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Beyond Words of Thanks: Delivering Hands-On Care to Korea’s Aging War Veterans Amid Record Heatwaves

How Shincheonji Volunteer Group Stepped into the Living Spaces of National Heroes in Uijeongbu, Gwangju, and Cheonan "The war ended decades ago, but for me, it has never truly ended..." — Lim Jae-cheon (77), Vietnam War Veteran & Army Medic in Uijeongbu As record-breaking heatwaves swept across South Korea in late July 2026—with feel-like temperatures soaring near 38°C (100°F)—elderly war veterans faced severe health risks. Moving beyond public awareness rallies on city streets, the Shincheonji Volunteer Group took a direct, hands-on approach: entering the homes, offices, and veterans' halls of aging heroes to provide tailored living support, summer health meals, and deep emotional companionship. Here is a look at how volunteers delivered practical care and honor to veterans in Uijeongbu, Gwangju, and Cheonan . 1. Uijeongbu Branch: Living Space Care & Personalized Honor On July 25, volunteers from the Uijeongbu Branch personally visited the homes of elderly Viet...
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Beyond Barriers: Shincheonji Peter Tribe is Building a Truly Inclusive Faith Community

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In a world where 80% of people with disabilities still report feeling social discrimination, a religious community in Gwangju, South Korea, is showing what true "unity in truth" looks like. In honor of the 46th Persons with Disabilities Day, the Shincheonji Peter Tribe (Gwangju Church) is being recognized for breaking down both physical and social walls to create a "Barrier-Free" spiritual home. More Than Accessibility: A Place of Role and Purpose While many organizations focus solely on physical ramps, the Peter Tribe goes further by ensuring every member has a meaningful role in the community. Here, a disability doesn't define a member's capacity to serve. Leading with Faith: Take Kim Myung-sook (pseudonym), who has lived with the effects of polio since infancy. Today, she doesn't just attend services—she serves as a District Leader , guiding and serving other church members. Equal Identity: "The church believed in my potential rather than my ...
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