Graduates of the Shincheonji Matthias Tribe deliver 2,000 whole cabbage kimchi
From December 4th to 6th, there was the year-end kimchi-making volunteer service hosted by the Shincheonji Matthias Tribe. The event was held at the Cheonan Church with graduates of Zion Christian Mission Center’s 116th class, where they prepared 2,000 whole cabbage kimchi to deliver to national merit recipients and local neighbors in need.
For most of the graduates, this was their very first act of service after learning the Word. Many were still “new sprouts” in faith, yet they gathered with one heart, eager to put what they received into action. Watching them serve together was truly inspiring.
On the first day, the graduates wrote handwritten thank-you cards to accompany the kimchi. Many paused for a long time, thinking about the right words, and some quietly wiped away tears. You could truly feel their sincerity and their desire to share the love they had received.
On December 6th, despite temperatures dropping to -5°C, the volunteering site was filled with warmth. Even with cold hands and chilly winds, the graduates continued mixing the cabbages with dedication. Before we knew it, 2,000 whole kimchi were neatly stacked, and everyone felt proud.
The conversations during the volunteer work were also touching. Many shared, “The Word healed the wounds in my heart. Today, for the first time, I feel like I became someone who can help others.” Their words added even more meaning to the event.
A photo zone with cute “sprout” headbands was also set up, allowing the graduates to capture memories of their first volunteer experience. After finishing the kimchi, senior members of Cheonan Church served warm boiled pork for 500 people, creating an atmosphere full of warmth and gratitude.
All 2,000 kimchi were delivered to national merit recipients and neighbors facing financial hardship. One of the recipients said, “The greatest gift is knowing that someone remembers us,” expressing deep gratitude.
Since Zion Mission Center’s 116th class produced over 59,000 graduates this year, this kimchi-making event became their first major community outreach. The Matthias Tribe shared plans to establish this as an annual year-end volunteer tradition.
Personally, it was a meaningful experience to know that even my small effort could warm someone’s winter. I truly hope this kind of sharing continues for many years to come.
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