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Student New Song Festival 2024

Choir singing sometimes delivers a deeper emotional impact than excellent instrumental performances. The thrill of the moment when various voices come together to create harmonious chords is the charm that makes choir singing shine. The Church of God held the “Student New Song Festival 2024,” with students from across the country participating during the winter break. The purpose is for students to praise the God Elohim with beautiful harmony, reflecting on God’s good teachings embedded in the lyrics, and fostering character development. The news of the choir competition, which came as a rare occurrence, sparked enthusiastic reactions among the students. At the end of December, one month before the main event, auditions were held to organize choir groups by Church…

Korea

Jan 21, 2024

The Mother Exhibition, the Father Exhibition, and the Media Exhibition Were Well-Received by People From All Walks of Life

In 2023, “re-opening” emerged as a global theme. With the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, various activities that had been dormant for a while resumed, bringing vitality to society. Exhibitions organized by the Church of God, which had conveyed warm emotions domestically and internationally for several months to several years before the pandemic, also reopened their doors. In September 2022, the “Our Mother” Writing & Photo Exhibition (hereinafter the Mother Exhibition) and the “Father’s True Heart” Exhibition (hereinafter the Father Exhibition) were reopened in Changwon and Seoul, respectively. Thanks to support from various fields, these exhibitions expanded their venues in 2023. The “Media’s Views” Exhibition, which introduces the development history of the Church of God and its faith based on…

Jan 20, 2024

The 106th Anniversary of the Sacred Birth of Christ Ahnsahnghong

The year 2024 marks the 106th anniversary of the birth of Christ Ahnsahnghong, who came according to the prophecy of the Bible, and the 60th anniversary of the establishment of the World Mission Society Church of God. In 1948, when Israel, symbolized by the fig tree, regained independence, a ray of the gospel light, shone by Christ Ahnsahnghong, rapidly spread throughout the world after the establishment of the Church of God in 1964, illuminating the world with the light of truth in just over half a century. In the first month of the new year after an eventful year, the Church of God opened the door to the hopeful gospel of 2024 with an event commemorating the 106th anniversary of…

Korea

Jan 7, 2024

[Exhibition Tok Tok] Embracing the Love of Father and Mother

Sertung is a rugged place nestled in the heart of the Himalayas, making it a challenging terrain even for avid hikers. Yet, amidst its harsh landscape, there exists a Church of God and a Zion family devoted to God Elohim. This is because someone traversed the difficult paths time and time again to share the message of the new covenant gospel. On January 2, as the New Year dawned, 19 pastoral staff members dedicated to spreading the gospel in various regions of Nepal, and 3 pastoral staff originally from Nepal but now working to evangelize neighboring India, embarked on a journey to Korea. Despite their travel weariness, the very next day, they eagerly visited the “Our Mother” Writing and Photo…

Korea

Jan 2, 2024

Pastoral Staff Family Education for the Second Half of 2023

In December, a month for reflecting on the past year and preparing for the upcoming new year, Heavenly Mother prepared a special event for the pastoral staff members who have devoted themselves to the gospel. On December 7, the “Pastoral Staff Family Education for the Second Half of 2023” took place at the Okcheon Go&Come Training Institute. More than 1,800 attendees, including the pastoral staff from across the country and their wives, deeply expressed their gratitude to Heavenly Father and Mother who consistently support and trust them, recognizing the value and blessings of their pastoral ministry. “May the names of the pastoral staff who follow the path of sacrifice of Father and devote themselves to the gospel and the names…

Korea

Dec 7, 2023

Pre-Young Adult Gathering

On November 26, the “Pre-Young Adult Gathering” was held at the Okcheon Go&Come Training Institute. More than 5,700 members, including high school seniors and their parents, teachers for student members and for young adult members, and pastoral staff, gathered to support students who were about to take their first steps into society after completing their university entrance exams or job preparations. This event, which had been held online during the COVID-19 pandemic, took place on-site for the first time in four years, bringing joy to the participants. Under the warm sunlight, as if the season had been forgotten, the sound of lively laughter continued from the morning at the training institute. In front of the main building of the institute,…

Korea

Nov 26, 2023

ASEZ WAO Receives The Green Apple Awards Bronze, 2023

On November 20, the World Mission Society Church of God Young Adult Worker Volunteer Group [ASEZ WAO] received the bronze award for Environmental Best Practice at The Green Apple Environment Awards 2023 held at the Palace of Westminster, the meeting place of the Parliament of the United Kingdom. ASEZ WAO was recognized for its efforts in protecting terrestrial ecosystems through the Green Earth Project. Since 2017, ASEZ WAO has been carrying out cleanup in mountains, fields, villages, and cities in 32 countries, including Korea, the United States, Peru, Germany, the United Kingdom, South Africa, and Australia. As of April 2023, more than 35,000 participants have joined, collecting over 126,000 tonnes of terrestrial waste. At the awards ceremony, Roger Wolens, the…

U.K.

Nov 20, 2023

The Church of God in Southwest United States Hosts an Event Inviting Military Families

The Church of God in the Southwest United States organized a special event for military families on Veterans Day (November 11). On November 19, a concert titled “Comfort for Our Heroes” was held at the Church of God in San Diego, California. The event, prepared by members from Los Angeles, San Diego, Las Vegas, and other areas, saw the attendance of over 350 people, including current and former soldiers, veterans, their families, and local residents. The church members took the stage as orchestra performers and choir members, presenting grand performances. The 40-member South West Region [SWR] Orchestra performed various New Songs of the Church of God, such as “O My Everlasting Home” and “The Staff of Moses,” in a vibrant…

U.S.

Nov 19, 2023

Happy Concert With Family and Neighbors in Seoul, Incheon, and Yeongcheon

The Church of God held a series of concerts to convey warmth and emotion to communities through music. Starting with the Church of God in Dongdaemun, Seoul on October 18, the concert was held at the Church in Geomdan, Incheon, on the 29th and in Yeongcheon on November 12. About 2,400 people attended the event held at the three churches, including people from various fields such as education, medicine, and culture as well as local church members and citizens. At the Churches in Dongdaemun and Yeongcheon, the chamber orchestra, composed of members of the Messiah Orchestra of the Church of God and members of local churches, presented a rich sound with various instruments such as violin, cello, flute, and clarinet.…

Korea

Nov 12, 2023

[Go&Come Interview] The Blessing of Receiving the Savior, the Privilege of Proclaiming the Savior

The year 2024 marks the 60th anniversary of the establishment of the Church of God. Founded by Christ Ahnsahnghong in 1964, the Church of God started as a small house church but has now grown to 7,500 churches in 175 countries, proclaiming the truth of the new covenant to the global population of 8 billion. The biblical prophecy, “Your beginnings will seem humble, so prosperous will your future be” (Job 8:7), has been fulfilled as evident in the remarkable growth of the Church of God. The 78th Overseas Visiting Group, which visited Korea in early November last year, can be considered the protagonists fulfilling this prophecy as the prophets entrusted with the mission of prophet after receiving God Elohim, who…

Nov 7, 2023

78th Overseas Visiting Group

In obedience to God’s command to save 8 billion people, prophets of this age, leading the gospel with strong faith and passion, congregated in Korea from across the globe. The 78th Overseas Visiting Group comprises 150 pastoral staff members representing 26 countries, such as the U.S., Austria, South Africa, Cameroon, Mexico, Argentina, Mongolia, and Nepal. Arriving one after another starting from November 2, they stayed for approximately a week, refining the virtues essential for pastoral staff and expanding their perspectives through diverse itineraries. Some arrived in Korea within a few hours, while others took a couple of days. Mother warmly welcomed them, affectionately referring to them as “God’s treasures.” She provided solace to each of them who had faced numerous…

Korea

Nov 6, 2023

4th ASEZ WAO Street Campaign

In an interview with a British newspaper, Inger Andersen, the Executive Director of the United Nations Environment Programme [UNEP], asserted, “We need to transform our society at its roots to prevent the acceleration of climate disasters.” She emphasized that it is not only the responsibility of governments and businesses but also of every member of society to take action to address environmental issues. Efforts by the World Mission Society Church of God University Student Volunteer Group [ASEZ WAO] continue to inspire citizen’s interest and engagement in environmental protection. On October 22, ASEZ WAO conducted the 4th ASEZ WAO Street Campaign at Cheonggye Plaza in Seoul, Edul Plaza in Incheon, and Geumnamro in Gwangju. Earlier in May and September, ASEZ WAO…

Korea

Oct 22, 2023

Seminar for Local Residents Held in Wonju and Daejeon

In October, as fall reaches its peak, opportunities to share heartwarming moments and joy with neighbors have emerged. The 4th Happy Seminar With Neighbors occurred at the Church of God in Wonju on the 8th, followed by the 24th Seminar for Office Workers at the Church in Seo-gu, Daejeon, on the 15th. Around 1,800 attendees, including church members, citizens, and individuals from diverse backgrounds, participated in these events, which featured orchestral performances and various side events. The seminar at the Church in Seo-gu, Daejeon, was broadcast live on YouTube, attracting approximately 5,800 viewers. Fill Your Heart With Warm Love “I am confident that events like these will play a significant role in fostering harmony among residents in the Yeongdong and…

Korea

Oct 15, 2023

Sacred Assemblies of the Feast of Trumpets, Day of Atonement, the Feast of Tabernacles 2023

“But when the Jewish Feast of Tabernacles was near, . . . On the last and greatest day of the Feast, Jesus stood and said in a loud voice, ‘If anyone is thirsty, let him come to me and drink.Whoever believes in me, as the Scripture has said, streams of living water will flow from within him.’ By this he meant the Spirit, whom those who believed in him were later to receive.” Jn 7:2, 37–39 In accordance with God's command, among the seven feasts in three times, the Feast of Tabernacles is a festival promised with the blessing of the Holy Spirit. 2,000 years ago, Jesus Christ granted that blessing, and today the Spirit and the Bride do (Rev…

Oct 6, 2023

Church of God in Peru Takes the Lead in Climate Change Response by Planting Trees

Throughout September, members of God's Church in Peru engaged in large-scale tree planting to commemorate Tree Day, which falls on September 1, Peru's national holiday. This initiative was carried out in about 30 locations across the country, including Lima, Arequipa, Chimbote, Jaén, Ferreñafe, Trujillo, Huánuco, Oxapampa, Ayacucho, and more. A diverse group of around 1,500 participants, including ASEZ (Church of God University Student Volunteer Group) and ASEZ WAO (Church of God Young Adult Worker Volunteer Group) members, church members, and citizens, collectively planted approximately 6,420 trees. By planting trees suited to the climate and vegetation of each region, the memers not only beautified the environment but also aroused citizens' interest in environmental issues. Local media outlet reported their planting of…

Peru

Sep 30, 2023

Donations to Flood and Wildfire Victims and Food for Neighbors in Need for Chuseok

As the frequency of wildfires and floods is rapidly increasing around the world due to climate change, the damage is increasing in Korea, too. The victims lost their livelihood overnight and live in pain and anguish every day. The Church of God delivered love to the neighbors who had been impacted by wildfires and floods that occurred throughout the country this year, hoping that they would gain hope and return to their normal lives as soon as possible. Officials and pastoral staff members from the Church of God Headquarters visited the Hope Bridge Korea Disaster Relief Association in Mapo-gu, Seoul, on September 4, and donated a total of 200 million KRW (100 million KRW each) to help the victims of…

Korea

Sep 13, 2023

Dedication Services for Seven Churches in the Metropolitan Area

For about ten days from the end of August, the dedication services for seven churches in Gangwon Province and Honam Region were held one after another in a row. More than 30 churches in Incheon, Suwon, Hwaseong, Jinju, and Jejudo have been built and waiting for a dedication service to be held. It shows how rapidly the gospel is being accomplished not only overseas but also in Korea. Starting with the Hongcheon Church and the Wonju Church in Gangwon Province on August 29, the dedication services were held in various places. In the Honam Region on September 8, the Yeosu Church, the Shingi Church in Yeosu, and the Maegok Church in Suncheon had the dedication services. The following day on…

Korea

Sep 9, 2023

Education & Training for Teachers for Children, Students, Young Adults 2023

On September 7, with a sunny weather in autumn, the “Education & Training for Teachers for Children, Students, and Young Adults 2023” was held at the Okcheon Go&Come Training Institute. The Church of God operates a teacher system for each age group so that children, students, and young adults can set the right values in accordance with God’s teachings. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, online education has been vitalized, and teachers have frequently accessed education apps to improve their qualifications and acquire knowledge. This day, approximately 3,700 teachers and pastoral staff members from all over the nation participated in the education, which was held for the first time in four years. They strengthened their sense of responsibility as educators established by…

Korea

Sep 7, 2023

Student Camp for the Second Half of 2023

Vacation is a fun time for students to get away from the everyday routines at school and explore various experiences. The Church of God holds the student camp every year, so that the students can spend their vacation more meaningfully. The student camp for the second half of 2023 was held in Korea, the U.S., Peru, and Mongolia from July to August according to the schedule of each church. It consisted of various programs: field trips, cooking competitions, character education, volunteer services, etc. The students participated in the camp with excitement and anticipation, and spent a meaningful vacation, making good memories. Nurturing the Heart Through Bible Study and Character Education The words of the Bible are a guide that helps…

Aug 31, 2023

2nd Chamber Orchestra Concert for Students

On August 27, when summer was not over yet, the Church of God held the 2nd Chamber Orchestra Concert for Student. The Messiah Orchestra members prepared the event to encourage students to start their new semester with excitement after their short summer vacation. The concert, which was held at the New Jerusalem Pangyo Temple, Korea, was a great success, being attended by more than 2,100 audiences, including students, parents, and teachers in the metropolitan area. It was also broadcast live nationwide on YouTube, and more than 4,400 people watched it. The students who arrived early before the concert had a happy time taking photos by using props and picking out calligraphy postcards. There was a long line for each booth,…

Korea

Aug 27, 2023