The Shincheonji Church of Jesus Andrew Tribe held an interactive event titled “Kkari Talk Show,” an open Q&A talk event about the Bible and faith on 28th February 2026, at the multipurpose seminar hall of the Andrew Training Centre in Busan.

The event was organised to help visitors better understand Shincheonji Church of Jesus and to create an opportunity for open conversation about faith and the Bible.

According to the organisers, approximately 80 people attended, including family members and acquaintances of church members.

The event was structured in several stages, including:

The opening programme featured a performance by the Andrew Choir. Following the performance, organisers introduced the meaning of the church’s name, the background of its establishment, and the structure of the 12 tribes of Shincheonji Church of Jesus, including information about the Andrew Tribe.

The main seminar was conducted in a talk show format, led by Jung-woo Lee, head of the Andrew Tribe.

Instead of a traditional lecture, the session was based on questions from attendees, allowing participants to discuss topics related to the Bible, faith, and the purpose of the church in a conversational atmosphere.

At the beginning of the session, Lee emphasised the importance of hearing information directly and verifying it through open dialogue.

He explained that the church exists as a place to study the Bible and that the Bible provides guidance for human life and direction.

Lee also stated that understanding God’s will through the Bible and living according to that will is central to faith.

During the conversation, Lee addressed questions about why people are drawn to Shincheonji Church of Jesus.

He explained that individuals tend to choose places they personally consider meaningful and that faith is ultimately a matter of personal judgment and decision.

Lee added that the Bible is not only a source of knowledge but also a guide that helps people understand God’s will regarding ultimate questions such as heaven and hell.

According to him, understanding the Bible plays an important role in guiding believers in their spiritual lives.

After the seminar concluded, attendees continued conversations with organisers and church representatives.

A consultation area was prepared where participants could ask additional questions and exchange views in a more informal setting.

One family that attended the event said the experience was meaningful because they were able to directly ask questions they had previously wondered about.

A young participant also commented that the structured explanation of the Bible helped them understand the subject more clearly and encouraged them to consider studying the Bible themselves.

The Andrew Tribe is active primarily in Busan, with additional activities taking place in Ulsan, Changwon, Jinju, Gimhae, and Jeju.

Along with educational events, the tribe continues to engage with local communities through volunteer service and social contribution activities.

Organisers stated that events such as the “Kkari Talk Show” are intended to provide opportunities for open discussion and for individuals to explore questions about faith and the Bible.

The Busan James Tribe of Shincheonji Church of Jesus, led by Tribe Leader Young-no Lee, continues to grow while strengthening its connection with the local community in the Busan and Gyeongnam regions.

Through volunteer activities, cultural programmes, and open-house events, the church has focused on creating opportunities for communication and cooperation with local residents.

One notable feature of the Busan James Tribe is the active involvement of young members. According to church representatives, about 30% of the congregation consists of young adults, a relatively high proportion compared with many Protestant churches in the region.

Youth leader Seung-hoon Chae explained that young members contribute to both the church and society through cultural activities, volunteer service, and talent sharing.

Church member Ga-hyun Kim, who has attended the church for seven years, said that studying the Bible helped her better understand her faith.

The Shincheonji Volunteer Group Gangdong Branch carried out a housing environment improvement volunteer activity for a family with disabilities in Amsa neighbourhood, Gangdong District, Seoul, on 4th March.

According to the branch, the activity was conducted in cooperation with the Gangdong District Association for the Disabled, which had requested assistance for a household experiencing severe difficulties maintaining a safe and hygienic living environment.

The two organisations have maintained ongoing communication regarding support for vulnerable residents in the local community. When they learned about the situation of the family in need, volunteers from both groups quickly organised a joint effort to provide practical assistance.

The household receiving support is a family of four living in Amsa-dong.

The parents both live with disabilities—one with a mental disability and the other with a spinal disability. Their children include a son with a physical disability and a daughter without a disability.

Due to financial and physical limitations, the home had become difficult to manage. Household items and waste had accumulated, creating unsanitary living conditions that posed potential health risks.

To address the situation, volunteers worked together to:

A total of 25 volunteers participated, including 12 volunteers from the Shincheonji Volunteer Group Gangdong Branch and 13 volunteers from the Gangdong District Association for the Disabled.

During the activity, one volunteer also repaired a broken wardrobe, providing additional practical support for the family.

Participants divided the home into sections and worked efficiently to clean, organize, and sanitize the space. According to observers at the site, the volunteers coordinated their roles smoothly, allowing the work to be completed quickly and effectively.

A representative from the Gangdong District Association for the Disabled praised the collaboration, noting that the volunteers from the Gangdong branch were particularly energetic and worked very efficiently during the project.

Volunteer Min-woo Park, who took part in the activity, shared his thoughts:

A representative of the Shincheonji Volunteer Group Gangdong Branch emphasised the meaning of the activity, stating that small acts of kindness can come together to create meaningful change.

The branch explained that supporting households in difficult circumstances and helping residents live in safer and cleaner environments remains an important part of their ongoing community volunteer work.

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Shincheonji Church of Jesus in Seoul (Seoul James Tribe) recently held a meaningful parent meeting, designed to enhance mutual understanding and communication between parents and children through faith. 

On the afternoon of the 17th January, the 'Local Churches Joint Student Council Parents' Meeting' was held at the Seoul James Church. In attendance were parents from branch churches of Seoul, Pocheon, and Guri (among others), providing a platform for exchanges of warm dialogue and empathy between parents.

The Shincheonji John Tribe in Gangdong hosted its first public church event of 2026, keeping its church facilities open to local residents to the public and to address any questions about its teachings and activities.

The gathering marked of its kind for the John Tribe this year, following high demand from members and guests. In Gangdong, more than 500 people attended in person—including around 40 pastors.

Delivering the lecture, Tribe Leader Chang-ho Seong focused on unveiling the blessings in the Bible. He emphasised that Revelation records God’s purpose and Christ’s promises, which are now being revealed in reality.

“God is the one who gives blessings. We must practise what is written in the Bible to receive blessings,” he explained. “Revelation 1:3 says that those who keep the Word are blessed. To keep this Word, we must first understand it.”

Citing Revelation 1:3 and 22:18-19, he reminded attendees that blessing belongs to those who keep the words of Revelation, while adding or subtracting from it leads to exclusion from heaven.

“Then why Shincheonji Church of Jesus? We interpret the Book of Revelation from prophecy to reality using the six principles,” he added. “We are simply conveying the Word as it is.”

Attendees who attended the lecture described the message as eye-opening. “I was able to see and hear firsthand what I had previously struggled to understand from external sources—I want to learn about the Word here,” said one participant.

The event also included a promotional hall tour, where participants learned about Shincheonji Church’s history and mission, and a consultation booth was opened to provide a place for visitors to ask questions directly.

A Shincheonji John Tribe representative concluded: “We will continue to expand our connections with the local community through regular open houses and various public programmes.”

In the midst of a struggling Korean church, the community-driven approach of Shincheonji Church of Jesus is gaining attention as a potential solution to restore what was lost after the COVID-19 pandemic.

For the third year in a row, the Simon Tribe of Shincheonji Church of Jesus held its student scholarship giving programme.

The scholarship, launched in 2023, is designed to provide financial support to members of the student and youth groups in their teens and twenties, who are from low-income households, display sound academic performance and faithfully attend worship services.

The scholarship, now in its sixth session and held biyearly, awards 1 million KRW (c.£500) per session, with 500,000 KRW awarded to two individuals.

At a time when a growing number of young people within the Church as a whole are abandoning the faith and being driven into an even harsher reality of life, the scholarship provides a cushion of financial support that enables recipients either to continue their studies straight away, by covering expenses such as textbooks or academy fees, or to cover expenses that help offload any financial worries, such as pressing living expenses. Ultimately, the scholarship facilitates young people carrying out a life of faith.

The Golden Age Home in Lautoka, which has been serving Fiji's seniors for more than 50 years, is overcoming structural decay and termite infestation challenges, as designated by the Ministry of Women, Children and Social Protection. Accordingly, the Shincheonji Volunteer Group Fiji Lautoka Branch (hereinafter referred to as the Fiji Branch) conducted meaningful volunteer work at the Golden Age Home on the 21st February.

The volunteer activity was designed to help seniors live in a cleaner and safer environment. From 2pm, roughly 30 volunteers, including volunteers and their children, cleaned the interior and exterior of the facility and tidied up hallways and common areas.

A Fiji branch official said, “Although it is a small action, we will strive to spread a culture of care and sharing.”

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In Pocheon City - an area where forests cover approximately 65% ​​of its total area, making it highly prone to the propagation of large-scale forest fires - the Pocheon Branch of the Shincheonji Volunteer Group launched the "Wildfires Threaten Everyone" wildfire prevention campaign.

The  campaign was held on 25th February 2026 at the Pocheon Sinyup Market, one of the four major traditional markets in Gyeonggi Province, in Gunnae-myeon, Pocheon City. Their goal was simple but powerful: remind people that “Prevention is the best protection” when it comes to wildfires.

Across Korea in 2025, numerous Shincheonji Volunteer Group branches were honoured with major awards at regional Volunteer Day ceremonies. Their recognition reflects not only isolated achievements but a broader pattern of steady, community-centred service—from disaster recovery to food support for vulnerable neighbours.

In particular, on 20th December 2025, the Shincheonji Volunteer Group Incheon Branch received a plaque of appreciation from the Korea Disabled Persons with Industrial Accidents Association, Incheon Branch, one of the highest recognitions given this year.

Their award, which was presented at the '11th Anniversary Celebration and Year-End Sharing Event' event held in the conference room of the Korea Disabled Persons with Industrial Accidents Association, Incheon Branch, was based on contributions to promoting the welfare of disabled persons due to industrial accidents and deep understanding of the Association's mission and practices.

An official of the Incheon Branch noted that the award “belongs to every volunteer whose dedication served the Association well.”

In present-day South Korea, where the contribution of Korean War veterans who dedicated their lives for the peace of the country is often overlooked, one organisation is working hard to widely publicise and record their noble deeds through memorial ceremonies, campaigns, and events—the Shincheonji Volunteer Group.

In 2025, the Gwangju Branch of the Shincheonji Volunteer Group launched a nine-month-long Longevity Photo Project, in which the group visited 10 veterans' organisations 23 times to meet with a total of 567 veterans members and documented their life stories through photography and conversation. (The project, initially scheduled to end in November of last year, was extended to January of this year due to the passionate response from local veterans' organisations.)

Moreover, it provided a platform for youth to interact with veterans, promoting meaningful connections between generations.

The impact of the experience was deeply impressed upon the hearts of the veterans' organisations, with one member participating in the project saying:

Looking ahead, the Gwangju Branch is committed to increasing the level of respect shown to veterans who have devoted themselves to the country, and is working to fulfil the shared desire for a world free from war. It is no exaggeration to say that the freedom and peace that South Korea enjoys today was gained through the sacrifices of these forefathers.

Meanwhile, since 2014, the Shincheonji Volunteer Group has held its 'Love Your Country, Share Peace' campaign every June (Patriot & Veterans Month), to commemorate the souls of the war veterans who died for the peace of Korea during the 6.25 War and to promote a world of peace without conflict.

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