The Shincheonji Volunteer Group Daejeon Branch hosted a special “gravestone cleanup” activity on 19th March, bringing together local youth for a reflective time of appreciation.

This meaningful gathering was designed to help young people reflect on the value of patriotism and sacrifice, while expressing gratitude and respect towards veterans who dedicated their lives to safeguard the peace of Korea.

On that day, at 1pm, around 30 young volunteers from the Daejeon branch came together at the Daejeon National Cemetery to reflect on the value of sacrifice for the country.

The participants first visited the Memorial Tower to pay their respects to the fallen by laying flowers and burning incense. Then, they moved to the cemetery and began the cleanup activities in earnest.

Volunteers went around the cemetery removing dust and debris accumulated on the tombstones and tidying up the surrounding environment.

In particular, the process of wiping off each name engraved on the tombstones served as a time to reflect on the lives and dedication of those who sacrificed for the country.

One participant said, “While cleaning the names engraved on the gravestones at the National Cemetery, I was able to feel how precious the peace we enjoy is.”

A representative from the Daejeon Branch said:

Meanwhile, through activities like this, the Shincheonji Volunteer Group nationwide continues to foster intergenerational understanding and civic values, reminding communities that freedom and peace are built on gratitude and remembrance.