Local Churches

ASEZ Green Concert Held for a Plastic Pollution-Free India

ASEZ members in the Hyderabad region of India took the lead in raising awareness about the seriousness of plastic pollution and its impact on climate change. From February 23 to March 1, the ASEZ Green Concert for a Plastic-Free India was held across various parts of Hyderabad, Telangana. The events were conducted at five major locations, including the Shilpakala Vedhika Convention Center, Osmania University, and the Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Telangana Secretariat. Approximately 3,000 people attended, including ASEZ members, local citizens, and representatives from various sectors. The strong participation reflected the community’s growing concern about plastic pollution and its commitment to addressing the issue. Korean members visiting India during their vacation also supported the events, contributing to their success. The…

India

Mar 1, 2026

ASEZ WAO Strengthens Environmental Solidarity in North America

The efforts of young adults striving to create a green future for the Earth and humanity have continued actively into 2026. Throughout February, ASEZ WAO (the Church of God Young Adult Worker Volunteer Group) carried out a wide range of activities across the United States to address the climate crisis. Not only local members but also Korean members staying in the U.S. participated, raising environmental awareness among citizens and building strong networks for collective action. Raising Awareness Through Voices and Action On February 9, the “ASEZ WAO Global Leaders Forum” was held at the Church of God in Washington, D.C. on the East Coast. The forum served as a platform to explore practical solutions to the climate crisis in collaboration…

U.S.

Feb 28, 2026

Dedication Services for the Woongsang, Yulha, and Miryang Churches, Korea

As new temples continue to be established across Korea, dedication services have carried on into 2026. On February 20, a dedication service was held for the Church of God in Woongsang, Yangsan. This was followed by services for the Churches of God in Yulha, Gimhae, and Miryang on February 22. Members from across the Gyeongnam region, including these three cities, gathered together to share in the joy of these meaningful occasions. While touring each church and commending the members for their devoted efforts, Mother offered prayers that these spacious and beautiful temples would be filled with people who reveal God’s glory. At Her encouragement, “Just as Father set the example, let us diligently deliver the truth of the new covenant…

Korea

Feb 22, 2026

[Exhibition Tok Tok] “Badang’s Eomeong”: Mothers of the Sea Who Devoted Their Lives to Their Families

Jeju Island is now a global tourist destination, welcoming more than 13 million visitors each year from around the world. But several decades ago, when flights were limited and travel costs were high, the situation was very different. The land, covered with basalt rocks, made farming difficult. With little industrial foundation, many residents accepted poverty as an unavoidable part of life. For the people of the island, the sea became like the embrace of a generous mother. It provided an abundance of seafood—abalone, turban shells, sea urchins, and more. For this reason, many women born and raised on the island learned to dive even before they mastered multiplication tables, heading out to the sea from a young age. At the…

Korea

Jan 7, 2026

Healing Concerts With Neighbors Held in Gwangju and Jinju

On December 21, the “Chamber Orchestra Happy Concert With Neighbors” was held at the Church of God in Banglim, Gwangju, and the “Happy Concert & Seminar With Neighbors” was held at the Church of God in Jinju. The events were prepared to conclude the year by presenting neighbors a time of healing and to wish for a healthy passage into the coming new year. On this day, about 1,000 people in total—including local members, families, friends, acquaintances, and figures from various sectors—attended and spent meaningful time communicating with one another. At the Gwangju Church, the event opened with a performance by a chamber orchestra composed of local members of the Church of God. The orchestra created a bright and hopeful…

Korea

Dec 21, 2025

Church of God Wins the 2026 Chosun Future Architecture Award

The World Mission Society Church of God in Homaesil, Suwon, Korea, has been honored with the Grand Prize in the Religious Facilities Category at the 2026 Chosun Future Architecture Awards. The award ceremony was held on November 27 at the Koreana Hotel in Seoul, where General Pastor Kim Joo-cheol received the award on behalf of the church. Hosted by The Chosun Ilbo and sponsored by the Construction Association of Korea, the Korea Housing Association, and the Korea Housing Builders Association, the Chosun Future Architecture Awards were established in 2018 to recognize buildings and institutions that lead eco-friendly, innovative, and future-oriented architectural culture. Candidates are selected through preliminary research by a panel of experts from academia and industry, followed by a…

Korea

Nov 27, 2025

Sejong Jiphyeon Church Dedication Service

On November 15, the dedication service of the Church of God in Jiphyeon, Sejong, was held in Sejong Special Self-Governing City. Since its launch in 2012 as an administrative-centered complex city, Sejong has experienced rapid development with the gradual relocation of major government ministries, including the Office of the Prime Minister, the Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Health and Welfare, and the Ministry of Personnel Management, as well as the expansion of industrial complexes. Along with this growth, the city’s population has increased more than threefold to approximately 390,000, and the gospel has likewise continued to spread in step with the city’s development. Sejong Jiphyeon Church is the third church established in the region, following Sejong Church and Sejong…

Korea

Nov 15, 2025

Happy Concert With Neighbors Held in Gwangju, Yeongcheon, and Changwon

As autumn deepened with falling leaves and widening temperature swings, a concert brought warmth to the hearts of local residents. On October 26, the “Happy Concert With Neighbors” was held at the Church of God in Gwangju Seogu, Yeongcheon, and Changwon Uichang. Alongside the concert, the Changwon Uichang Church hosted a seminar titled “The Most Precious Gift: Family,” reflecting on the meaning of family, while the Yeongcheon Church added significance by commemorating the 30th anniversary of the Church of God in Yeongcheon. About 1,900 people—including members, their families, acquaintances, local citizens, and figures from politics, business, and education—attended and enjoyed meaningful time with their loved ones. The concert was performed by chamber orchestras composed of members from each region. Baek…

Korea

Oct 26, 2025

Dedication Services for the Churches in Yesan, Pyeongtaek Godeok, Incheon Dong-gu, and Incheon Songdo, Korea

Ahead of the autumn festivals, the season of abundant gospel harvest, dedication worship services were held at four Churches of God located in Yesan (South Chungcheong Province), Pyeongtaek Godeok (Gyeonggi Province), and Incheon Dong-gu and Songdo (Incheon Metropolitan City). The Yesan Church and Pyeongtaek Godeok Church held their dedication services on September 6, alongside the Sabbath worship, followed by the Incheon Dong-gu Church and Incheon Songdo Church on September 9. About 30 overseas members from North America also attended, sharing in the celebration and joy. Heavenly Mother acknowledged the sincere efforts of the members who, despite the sweltering summer heat, devoted themselves to the mission of saving souls. She offered a prayer of blessing that every family would be filled…

Korea

Sep 9, 2025

Churches in Gyeongnam, Honam, and Gyeonggi Provinces Carry Out Flood Emergency Relief

Following an extended dry monsoon period and persistent drought, sudden heavy rains swept across various parts of South Korea from July 16 to 20. During this period, Sancheong County in South Gyeongsang Province recorded 632 millimeters of rainfall, leading to a rapid rise in river levels. The swollen rivers overflowed, flooding roads and homes. Landslides also occurred, causing significant damage to residential and commercial properties and resulting in casualties. In response, starting on July 20, about 1,700 volunteers from the Church of God visited severely flood-affected areas over eight days to assist with recovery efforts. Homes and livelihoods swept away by floodwaters were buried in debris, and church members stepped in to help restore them. The Church of God in…

Korea

Jul 28, 2025

The 33rd Seminar for Workers

On June 22, as the rainy season had just begun, an event was held to ease the fatigue of daily life and fill hearts with inspiration. It was the 33rd “Seminar for Workers,” hosted by the Church of God. About 800 people, including members from the Gyeonggi and Incheon areas and their acquaintances, gathered at the Church in Nakseom, Incheon. Additionally, more than 6,500 people participated nationwide through a YouTube live broadcast. On the first floor of the church, the "Family Love Campaign 2025" was held as a side event. Attendees viewed panels with questions related to their parents, pondering deeply to gauge their emotional closeness with them. Some responded with serious expressions to questions such as, “When do you…

Korea

Jun 22, 2025

The 30th, 31st, 32nd Seminars for Workers

A special event was held to uplift the weary shoulders of workers. On April 16, a “Seminar for Workers” took place at the Church of God locations in Cheongcheon, Incheon; Wonju; and Uichang, Changwon. Over 2,200 people, including members from nearby regions such as Bucheon, Gimhae, and Gangneung, attended the seminar, bringing along their coworkers, friends, and acquaintances to share in its touching messages. On a Wednesday evening, midway through the workweek, attendees were greeted with a variety of side events as they arrived at the venue after work. At the calligraphy postcard booth, guests picked up cheerful cards with encouraging messages and cute illustrations to gift themselves, and posed for photos at a vibrant pink photo zone. At the…

Korea

Apr 16, 2025

Dedication Service of Namyang Church in Hwaseong

On March 11, about a month before the Passover, the dedication service of Namyang Church in Hwaseong was held alongside the Third Day worship. Located in Namyang-eup, home to the Hwasung Special City Hall, the church stands in a key area in the western part of Hwasung—a city even larger in area than Seoul. This is the seventh church established in Hwasung, following others in Dongtan New Town, Byeongjeom-dong, and Bongdam-eup. News of the dedication ceremony drew heartfelt congratulations from members and residents across the region, including nearby Osan and Pyeongtaek. During the service, Mother praised the united prayers and devotion of the members that led to the completion of the new sanctuary. She prayed that the spacious and beautiful…

Korea

Mar 11, 2025

Support for Wildfire Victims and First Responders in Los Angeles County, U.S.

As the new year began, devastating wildfires broke out across Los Angeles County, California, bringing tragedy and hardship to many communities. On January 7, three separate wildfires erupted in areas including Pacific Palisades and Sylmar, driven by strong winds that intensified the blaze. The fires burned for more than three weeks, destroying over 18,000 buildings and displacing nearly 200,000 people. In response, members of the World Mission Society Church of God in California mobilized to support their neighbors. On January 27, about 70 members from 10 churches in San Diego, Orange County, and Cerritos prepared and donated 500 boxes of relief supplies to the Flintridge Center and the Open Hearts Foundation. Each box contained essentials such as toilet paper, bottled…

U.S.

Feb 9, 2025

Dedication Worship Service of Four Churches in Yangsan, Busan, and Ulsan

The first dedication worship service of 2025 was held on January 31 at the Church of God in Sasong, Yangsan, a rapidly growing transportation hub for the Busan, Ulsan, and Gyeongnam regions. Following this, members of the Church in Gangseo, Busan (February 2), and the Churches in Beomseo and Buk-gu, Ulsan (both on February 3), shared the joy of their temple dedication with fellow church members from neighboring congregations. “May God acknowledge the tireless efforts of those who dedicated themselves to the construction of this beautiful temple, and may their names shine eternally in the book of life. With hearts of love, like the Good Samaritan, may they lead many souls to salvation in Zion, a place granted by God…

Korea

Feb 3, 2025

Jeju Air Crash Relief Free Meal Camp

To console the bereaved families who lost their loved ones in the Jeju Air passenger plane disaster on December 29, members from the Gwangju–Honam region organized a free meal service. As soon as news of the accident broke, pastoral staff and members of the Gwangju–Honam Church Association gathered to assess the immediate needs at the scene. They resolved to provide comfort through warm meals to those in shock and mourning and quickly set up a meal camp at Muan International Airport on January 2. A Warm Meal That Embraces the Heart The tragic accident claimed the lives of 179 people, making it the deadliest airliner disaster in Korea. As the entire nation grieved, Muan International Airport—where flight operations were suspended…

Korea

Jan 2, 2025

Dedication Worship Service for the Churches in Yullyang and in Seonghwa, Cheongju

On December 21, 2024, the final dedication service of the year was held. On this day, when white snowflakes fell like blessings, the Churches of God in Yullyang and Seonghwa located in Cheongju—the largest city in North Chungcheong Province—celebrated their dedication ceremony alongside the Sabbath worship service. The commemorative services, held in the morning and afternoon, were attended by local members and the 81st Overseas Visiting Group members, creating a festive atmosphere as if the two churches had united as one large family. Mother prayed that abundant blessings would be bestowed upon the children who had united with one heart in their respective roles until the beautiful Zions were established. She also expressed Her wish for them to carry out…

Korea

Dec 21, 2024

25th–29th Seminars for Workers

Workers are preparing for the future in a rapidly changing society, each with their own concerns—such as promotions, maintaining good human relationships, and developing work capabilities. To help these passionate individuals take a moment to breathe and better prepare for the future, the Church of God held a “Seminar for Workers” on November 10. The seminar took place simultaneously at five Church of God locations across the country, including the New Jerusalem Pangyo Temple in Seongnam, Gangnam in Seoul, Gwangsan in Gwangju, Buk-gu in Daegu, and Suyeong in Busan. Approximately 5,000 participants, including church members from nearby regions, attended and had a meaningful time. The event consisted of two parts: a chamber orchestra performance in the first part and a…

Korea

Nov 10, 2024

Dedication Service for the Churches in Gwonseon and Seryu, Suwon

On October 19, amidst the Preaching Week of the Festival of Tabernacles, the dedication worship services for the Churches of God in Gwonseon and Seryu, Suwon, were held. On this Sabbath day, blessed with the abundant grace of the Holy Spirit, the members of both churches rejoiced in the special occasion of their dedication services, with their faces beaming with smiles. The 80th Overseas Visiting Group was also present, sharing in the joy and excitement, congratulating the members of the two churches, who were ready to harvest spiritual wheat on this ripe autumn day. Heavenly Mother prayed that the newly renovated Gwonseon and Seryu Churches in Suwon would become spiritual storehouses filled with abundant fruits of the gospel, where countless…

Korea

Oct 19, 2024

1st Happy Seminar for Soldiers

The Church of God offered a moment of comfort to soldiers who protect the nation with unwavering dedication, even in the lingering summer heat. On September 8, the “1st Happy Seminar for Soldiers” took place at the Church of God in Yeoncheon, with over 200 attendees, including soldiers from nearby bases in Dongducheon and Cheorwon, as well as their parents, whom they had invited. Local officials such as the Head of Yeoncheon Count y Kim Deok-hyeon, Yeoncheon County Councilor Shim Sang-geum, and Dongducheon City Councilor Hwang Joo-ryong were also present to show support. Excitement and anticipation were evident on the soldiers’ faces as they attended the event during their leave or break. At 10 a.m., church members warmly served a…

Korea

Sep 8, 2024