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Teaching Gratitude on Police Day: How Shincheonji Sokcho Church Children Express Thanks to Local Officers

Ahead of South Korea’s Police Day (October 21) , the Children’s Department ( Yunyeonhoe ) of Shincheonji Church of Jesus, Philip Tribe (Sokcho Church) , held a special character-building activity during Sunday service on October 18, 2026, focused on learning gratitude for public safety officers. The initiative helped young children understand the daily sacrifices of police officers who protect local neighborhoods and taught them how to express sincere appreciation through heartfelt letters and colorful artwork. Eye-Level Education: Understanding Public Safety During the service, a guest instructor from the church PR department delivered an interactive lesson tailored to children. The lesson explained the daily duties of police officers—such as night patrols and community safety—and taught practical emergency responses, including how to call 112. Through the engaging session, the children gained a newfound respect for officers whose quiet hard work often goes unnoticed in daily life. Fo...

Can the State Judge Faith? Global Concerns Over Religious Freedom and Human Rights in 2026

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In the first half of 2026, concerns regarding government-level infringements on religious freedom have emerged globally. From South Korea to Nicaragua and Japan, state actions involving the detention of elderly religious leaders and the dissolution of religious organizations have sparked intense debate. International human rights experts, non-governmental organizations, and legal scholars increasingly question whether state powers are adhering to established international human rights norms or allowing political and public pressure to undermine fundamental freedoms. International Norms and Universal Standards Freedom of thought, conscience, and religion is a foundational principle of international law. The International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) explicitly guarantees these rights under Article 18, alongside political participation rights under Article 25 and protections against arbitrary detention under Article 9. Furthermore, specific international guidelines rein...