South Korea experienced one of the most severe monsoon seasons in 2025, with sudden downpours leading to widespread flooding, landslides, and infrastructure damage across the country. Among the hardest-hit areas was Seosan, South Chungcheong Province, where rainfall reached nearly 100mm per hour. As roads became impassable and local residents struggled with the aftermath, volunteers from Shincheonji Church of Jesus stepped in with quiet determination to help their neighbours.

On the 17th July, about 30 members of the Seosan branch of the Shincheonji Volunteer Group gathered with shovels and makeshift equipment in hand. They cleared away fallen rocks and piles of dirt to secure a safe passageway, and after about three hours of work, roads that were previously damaged due to mudslides and rockfall were restored to a level where vehicles could pass without difficulty.

The Shincheonji Volunteer Group’s work in Seosan is a reminder of the vital role that grassroots volunteer groups can play in rebuilding local infrastructure, protecting lives, and providing emotional support during emergencies. They also demonstrate that true faith is demonstrated not just in words, but in selfless acts of care.