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International Business Times
2 days ago
- Sport
- International Business Times
A Clean Sweep: Shincheonji Taekwondo Team Brings Home Gold at the 2025 Park Chung-hee Cup International Open Taekwondo Competition
A remarkable display of martial arts mastery unfolded at the 2025 Park Chung-hee Cup International Open Taekwondo Competition, where the Shincheonji Church of Jesus, the Temple of the Tabernacle of the Testimony, has demonstrated sports excellence on the international stage, with every member securing wins. Under the leadership of Chairman Man-Hee Lee, the Shincheonji Church of Jesus continues to establish athletic excellence alongside its spiritual mission. Elite Competition Draws Global Martial Arts Community From July 18 to 21, the Sangju Indoor Gymnasium transformed into the showcase of international taekwondo talent, welcoming an assembly of 4,200 martial artists representing 18 nations. Athletes from Korea, the United States, France, and 15 other countries converged for this premier championship, organized through the collaborative efforts of the Park Chung-hee Cup Organizing Committee, Gyeongbuk Taekwondo Association, and Sangju City Taekwondo Association. The tournament's comprehensive evaluation system challenged competitors across multiple martial arts dimensions, incorporating breaking techniques, traditional forms, precision kicking, and dynamic sparring. This holistic assessment approach created an intensely competitive atmosphere that demanded complete mastery of taekwondo's diverse technical requirements. The four-day format allowed athletes to demonstrate their skills progressively, building toward the climactic individual competition events that would determine international rankings. Perfect Medal Achievement that Defies Expectations Twenty-five Shincheonji athletes entered the official individual competition on July 19, facing strict international opposition despite minimal preparation time. Their concentrated training regimen and steadfast commitment produced extraordinary results that exceeded all projections. The delegation's final tally of four gold medals, seven silver medals, and 14 bronze medals represented a flawless achievement rate, with each team member securing recognition in their respective categories. Photo: Shincheonji Taekwondo team player Bae Do-won, who participated in the '2025 Park Chung-hee Cup International Open Taekwondo Competition' held at the Sangju Indoor Gymnasium in Gyeongbuk, demonstrated his Poomsae in the individual event of the official Poomsae. This international Taekwondo competition was held in Sangju, Gyeongbuk, from the 18th to the 21st. Lee Jun-wi, who won the gold medal, shares, "Although I didn't have enough training time, I put in effort to focus as much as possible within the given time. I am grateful that the efforts led to good results." The team's performance transcended mere athletic accomplishment, serving as a cultural ambassador for Korea's taekwondo heritage while strengthening diplomatic relationships through sport. International observers praised the demonstration of technical excellence at taekwondo's spiritual homeland, recognizing the significance of such achievement on Korean soil. National team coach Kim Deok-hoon mentions, " As this is an international competition, many excellent athletes, both domestic and abroad, participated and competed at a high level," and added, "I am proud that the players demonstrated their skills without wavering. Based on this competition, we will systematically prepare a training system and strategy to have more players and improved skills next year." Continuing a Tradition of Championship Success The Shincheonji Taekwondo team achieved outstanding results not only at the Park Chung-hee Cup but also at the 2025 Kim Un-yong Cup International Open Taekwondo Competition held in Busan earlier this month. All 12 participants took home medals, including two first-place finishes, four second-place wins, and five third-place placements, continuing their record of consecutive awards in international competitions. Their winning record extends beyond this year. At the 2024 Mungyeong World Taekwondo Hanmadang, five out of 18 Shincheonji competitors placed in their respective categories, reinforcing the team's reputation for delivering consistent results both domestically and internationally. The sustained success of the Shincheonji Taekwondo team reflects more than just athletic skill. It speaks to a culture of dedication, well-structured training, and effective team management. This highlights how, beyond sports, the Shincheonji Church of Jesus is also active in building healthy community engagement in fields such as culture, the arts, and religious beliefs.
Malaysian Reserve
19-05-2025
- General
- Malaysian Reserve
Seismic Shift in Korean Churches? Pastors Flock to Verify Shincheonji's Teachings
ANAHEIM, Calif., May 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A major Bible seminar hosted by Chairman Man Hee Lee of Shincheonji Church of Jesus, the Temple of the Tabernacle of the Testimony drew over 500 pastors on May 17 at the Shincheonji Peace Training Center in Cheongpyeong, Gyeonggi Province. Originally planned for 200 participants, the seminar had to move outdoors to accommodate the unexpected turnout. Titled 'Bible Seminar on the Fulfillment of Revelation,' the event reflected growing interest in Shincheonji's teachings among pastors, even those who had previously regarded the group as heretical. At the seminar, Chairman Lee testified to the prophecies and fulfillment of all 22 chapters of Revelation. He shared how he came to faith without formal theological training and why he now preaches the fulfillment of Revelation as witnessed firsthand. 'Everyone wants to go to heaven and gain eternal life, but Revelation warns that altering the text leads to curses and prevents entry into heaven (Revelation 22:18–19). Shouldn't this be addressed?' Lee emphasized, 'What I intend to convey is the reality of the prophecies recorded from Revelation chapter 1 to 22—what I have seen and now testify to.' 'Let's put aside pride and think objectively. Be honest with yourself. More than anything, be confident that you are worthy of entering heaven,' Lee added. 'Is belonging to a traditional denomination what makes one orthodox? Jesus didn't belong to any denomination of his time. We must know the Bible clearly. If anything I've said is wrong, please point it out.' Many pastors were reportedly shocked by Lee's ability to explain the entire Book of Revelation without opening a Bible, despite lacking formal theological education. One pastor who had previously considered Shincheonji a cult said, 'Now that I've examined it for myself, I realize it isn't. If the teachings align with the Bible, we must acknowledge them.' He added, 'We must not repeat the mistake of rejecting God's work, as people did during Jesus' first coming.' As more pastors seek direct verification of Shincheonji's teachings, a shift in perception appears to be spreading across the religious community. According to Shincheonji, 858 Korean churches have signed MOUs for scriptural exchange, and 100 have adopted the Shincheonji name. Chairman Lee concluded, ' Jesus ' promises have always been fulfilled, and Revelation will be no different. Let's become one in the Bible and one family under God.' Shincheonji expects that the rest of 2025 will see an even greater wave of follow-up education and religious change across Korea. Contact: Scott Alwin 626-230-5039 395416@
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Seismic Shift in Korean Churches? Pastors Flock to Verify Shincheonji's Teachings
ANAHEIM, Calif., May 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- A major Bible seminar hosted by Chairman Man Hee Lee of Shincheonji Church of Jesus, the Temple of the Tabernacle of the Testimony drew over 500 pastors on May 17 at the Shincheonji Peace Training Center in Cheongpyeong, Gyeonggi Province. Originally planned for 200 participants, the seminar had to move outdoors to accommodate the unexpected turnout. Titled "Bible Seminar on the Fulfillment of Revelation," the event reflected growing interest in Shincheonji's teachings among pastors, even those who had previously regarded the group as heretical. At the seminar, Chairman Lee testified to the prophecies and fulfillment of all 22 chapters of Revelation. He shared how he came to faith without formal theological training and why he now preaches the fulfillment of Revelation as witnessed firsthand. "Everyone wants to go to heaven and gain eternal life, but Revelation warns that altering the text leads to curses and prevents entry into heaven (Revelation 22:18–19). Shouldn't this be addressed?" Lee emphasized, "What I intend to convey is the reality of the prophecies recorded from Revelation chapter 1 to 22—what I have seen and now testify to." "Let's put aside pride and think objectively. Be honest with yourself. More than anything, be confident that you are worthy of entering heaven," Lee added. "Is belonging to a traditional denomination what makes one orthodox? Jesus didn't belong to any denomination of his time. We must know the Bible clearly. If anything I've said is wrong, please point it out." Many pastors were reportedly shocked by Lee's ability to explain the entire Book of Revelation without opening a Bible, despite lacking formal theological education. One pastor who had previously considered Shincheonji a cult said, "Now that I've examined it for myself, I realize it isn't. If the teachings align with the Bible, we must acknowledge them." He added, "We must not repeat the mistake of rejecting God's work, as people did during Jesus' first coming." As more pastors seek direct verification of Shincheonji's teachings, a shift in perception appears to be spreading across the religious community. According to Shincheonji, 858 Korean churches have signed MOUs for scriptural exchange, and 100 have adopted the Shincheonji name. Chairman Lee concluded, " Jesus ' promises have always been fulfilled, and Revelation will be no different. Let's become one in the Bible and one family under God." Shincheonji expects that the rest of 2025 will see an even greater wave of follow-up education and religious change across Korea. Contact: Scott Alwin 626-230-5039 395416@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Shincheonji Church of Jesus
