In the bitter winter, volunteers from the Shincheonji Volunteer Group Gunsan Branch carried out a major street-cleaning effort of Jjamppong Street and the Old City Hall Plaza,  ahead of the Lunar New Year holiday on the 29th January. 

In temperatures falling well below freezing, the area surrounding Gunsan's representative tourist destinations looked noticeably cleaner. Their clean-up route stretched roughly 1000 metres, from Jjamppong Street - with high amount of litter due to the concentration of restaurants - to the old city hall square in front of the Shincheonji Gunsan church. About 30 volunteers removed built-up litter, fallen leaves, cigarette butts, and cans and discarded furniture that were damaging the street's aesthetics, collecting a total of 620 litres of waste.

Local residents immediately noticed the difference, with some pausing to say “You must be suffering from the cold,” and “There is a lot more litter than I thought.”

A volunteer in her 20s said she joined because winter increases safety risks.

A shop owner said, “It feels good to see all the litter collected, so I’m really grateful that they have cleaned it up.”

For such areas, environmental cleanup is more than beautification — it helps prevent slips, falls, and other winter accidents, ultimately improving safety and walkability for local residents.

In a time when natural disasters are on the rise, it’s encouraging to see local groups take meaningful action. Shincheonji Volunteer Group’s wildfire prevention campaign is a reminder that simple efforts - like handing out flyers, picking up litter, and having honest conversations - can go a long way in protecting our shared future.

Looking ahead to the rest of 2026, the Shincheonji Volunteer Group Incheon Branch stated that it plans to maintain practical, situation-based volunteer activities that contribute directly to community safety and daily life, particularly during seasonal weather challenges.

On 28th January 2026, Shincheonji Yeongdeungpo Church carried out its health promotion campaign for senior members aged 70 and above, providing on-site medical checkups and personalised health consultations during the winter season.

The campaign took place at Yeongdeungpo Church and was organised by the Health and Welfare Department of the Bartholomew Tribe. This marked the third session of the programme, following similar initiatives held in August and September of last year.

According to organisers, the campaign was designed to support elderly members who may face difficulties visiting hospitals during periods of cold weather. With winter conditions increasing health risks for seniors, the church aimed to provide accessible preventive care within a familiar environment.

A total of 35 senior members participated in the programme, which ran for approximately two hours. Professional medical staff conducted the following services in sequence: completion of health screening questionnaire, blood pressure measurement, blood glucose testing, basic cognitive screening for dementia, and lifestyle and dietary consultations.

Health questionnaires were structured in a Q&A format, allowing participants to record their current health status, medical history, and family health background. Blood pressure readings were taken directly by medical personnel using electronic devices to assess potential hypertension risks.