Australia: New Members and Education

Three new members joined in the month of December. Two of them, biological brothers, are in the process of receiving Blessing education and have completed 7 days fast. Their sister joined the fasting condition too and attends church regularly. Another brother, an elder German brother, has completed the Cham Bumo Ron lectures and has signed the membership form. Following this, …

Australia: Appreciation Dinner

In recent years, our now Continental Leader Rev Yutaka Yamada has invited core staff members of the Heavenly Parent Holy Community for an end of year meal, to express his gratitude for their effort in carrying out providential activities. This year the invitation was extended to many who have significantly contributed to the providence in a variety of ways. People …

Australia: Christmas Service and Christmas Party

Rev John gave a powerful Christmas message with emphasis on God’s shattered dream, not having been able to send the Only Begotten Daughter at the same time as Jesus, and relating to the present time when the Only Begotten Daughter has been born. The youth choir created a beautiful atmosphere, leading the congregation with Christmas carols. At the end of …

Australia: Witnessing Activities

The witnessing spirit has definitely taken over and it’s here to stay. This months we have seen young members, elder members and leaders going out on the streets proclaiming True Parents, the Only Begotten Daughter and their incredible accomplishments. Some of the elder members had not been witnessing on the streets for years, but felt motivated and inspired to join …

Australia: Cheonshimwon Special Night Vigil

With Holy Mother Han, True Mother, in detention through the whole month, all leaders and many blessed members have been consistently offering the night prayer vigil, connecting with Korea via Zoom or/Utube. Our National Leader’s wife, Mrs Shizuyo Adamedes, offered 21 days devotions in Korea. On Fridays, members get together at the Peace Embassy. On the last Friday of November, …

Australia: 66th True Children’s Day and 38th Foundation Day for the Unified Nation of Heaven and Earth

We celebrated the 66th True Children’s Day and the 38th Foundation Day for Unified Nation of Heaven and Earth in a combined Service. Notably, the beautiful Holy Table was prepared mostly by young second generation members, guided by a couple of senior sisters. It is becoming increasingly apparent that the young members are willing to get involved and take responsibilities …

Australia: Outing Service

Another beautiful sunny day welcomed everyone to the park for the traditional outing service. Rev John spoke about respect and boundaries within the family relationships. New guests from the latest witnessing activities as well as regular guests attended the service. The outing service, followed by a shared bbq lunch, is an opportunity for all members and guests to deepen relationships …

Australia: Witnessing Activities

With the opening of the Father and Mother of Peace Exhibition last month, and with the irreplaceable input of our UPA and HTG missionaries, the witnessing spirit in Sydney was revived and there has been a steady flow of first and second generation members going to the Peace Embassy, willing to testify to the life and works of our True …