Serving with Heart: Shincheonji Volunteer Group Connects All Abilities at National Lawn Bowls Tournament
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| Shincheonji Volunteer Group practised warm sharing by serving meals to participating athletes and officials at the Jikji Cup National Lawn Bowls Tournament for the Disabled. |
From 7th to 8th May, the Shincheonji Volunteer Group’s Chungju Branch dedicated two full days to supporting the 16th Jikji Cup National Lawn Bowls Tournament for the Disabled.
Held at the Lawn Bowls Stadium of the Cheongju Disabled Sports Centre, this annual event brought together athletes with disabilities from across Korea. What made it truly special was the presence of 30 devoted volunteers from Shincheonji, who worked behind the scenes with joyful hearts and helping hands.
Heartfelt Support from Start to Finish
The volunteers assisted approximately 400 participants, including athletes, referees, staff, and caregivers.
Their activities included:
- Preparing and serving meals with a smile
- Cleaning and organising the stadium
- Supporting with waste sorting and general maintenance
Their friendly greetings, eye-level conversations, and sincere hospitality created a warm and welcoming environment throughout the event.
One player shared,
“Every time a volunteer handed me a meal with a big smile, it felt like meeting an angel. They lifted the whole atmosphere.”
A Near-Decade of Steady Commitment
This year marked the 9th year that Shincheonji’s Chungju Volunteer Group has supported this event. Since 2017, they’ve been faithfully working with the National Lawn Bowls Tournament for the Disabled, volunteering twice a year as part of their ongoing “Pinky Finger Campaign.”
At each tournament, they have contributed to the smooth running of the competition by participating in food service, operational support, and environmental cleanup.
Recognising this near-decade-long dedication, the Federation’s President announced plans to present the group with a plaque of appreciation.
Towards an Inclusive and Caring Society
A competition official commented,
“I have met various volunteer groups while traveling to national tournaments, but it is rare to see volunteers serving in such a bright and kind manner as the Shincheonji Volunteer Group.”
A Chungju branch representative added,
“We cherish the relationship that has lasted for nearly 10 years and will continue to strive to create a community where people with and without disabilities can live together in harmony.”
Whether through meals, kind words, or steady support, the Shincheonji Volunteer Group showed that true connection comes not from ability, but from love.
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