Coverage of Shincheonji Church Thaddaeus Tribe Graduation: Zion Christian Mission Center Class 108-5
Having completed an intensive six-month Bible study programme followed by a 300-question exam, 2052 students partook in a
Graduation ceremony on a warm autumn day, becoming members of Thaddaeus tribe - one of
the twelve tribes promised in the Book of Revelation - according to the will of Heaven. Yesterday’s Graduation
service was evidence of the rapid growth of Thaddaeus tribe which, since its first Graduation service in 2012 (501), now totals 9526 (1084, 1548, 2637 and 1704 graduates yearly since 2013). This is significant in a region where the Christian population is only
12.6% (633,778 of a total population of 4,992,788) and the majority are either
Buddhist or non-believers.
Congratulatory speeches were made by three guests: Venerable
Dae Bong, Head of the Korean Buddhist Jogye Order, which represents the largest
segment of South Korea’s Buddhist population, administering about 1,900 active
temples, more than 13,000 monastics and 7million lay followers nationwide;
Pastor Ahn Sung-sung of World One Church and Korean Cultural Independent Army
Chairman Son Kyung-chan.
Venerable Dae Bong: "I think that people who have been
taught by Man Hee Lee are more peace-loving than those who blaspheme, envy and slander
Mr. Lee. I believe we will spread peace throughout the world and create a safe
and happy world."
Pastor Ahn Sung-sung: "You are the pioneers and makers
of peace…and can fulfil a culture of peace throughout the world. This is a good
and noble mission."
President Son: "I heartily congratulate all of you
who have begun this path of true faith in accordance with the holy will of
peace. Your appearance will be one of an eternal light."
Precious, heart-felt words delivered by leaders of different
faiths and backgrounds. A culture of peace will indeed be fulfilled through Shincheonji Church😊
"Blessed are the peacemakers for they will be called children of God" (Matthew 5:9)
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