Lymhwa Kim and edited by Ariana Moon.
December 9, 2012
True Mother is singing “Omma ya nu-na ya” during the entertainment.
A nationwide internet worship service was held on December, 9 2012 at the Cheon Jeong Gung (“Dwelling Place of Heavenly Righteousness”) chapel in Gapyeong, South Korea for the purpose of preparing for a victorious Foundation Day. The internet aspect of the service made it possible for attendees in the Cheon Jeong Gung to view via screens the live services of the Gwuang Ju Church, the Sun Moon University Church, the Korean Headquarters Church, and even that of the Shinjuku Church in Japan, which enhanced the interactive element of the event.
The Cheon Shim Choir sings.
Mr. Ho Yeol Ahn, a leader of the Unification Church in Korea, served as the event emcee. A choir composed of members of the Collegiate Association for the Research of Principles (CARP) set the tone for the service by singing songs beforehand. The service itself began at 10:30 with opening remarks by Mr. Ahn and a symbolic bow. Unison singing of the Cheon Il Guk anthem and recitation of the Family Pledge followed, as well as a prayer, songs from the Cheon Shim Choir, a sermon from Rev. Mu Sang Im and a video clip from the Gang Dong Church.
Dr. Hak Ja Han Moon, “True Mother,” then delivered a speech during which she said the following: “Family members of the Unification Church all around the world, please receive lot of love from True Parents. True Parents love you. I believe that we had a gracious day today. I have just one favor to ask of you – simply, that we don’t stop in our efforts. There is only going forward. Let’s us continue to go forward.”
Attendees at the Cheon Jeong Gung chapel sing together with the Collegiate Association for the Research of Principles (CARP) choir.
After her address, all members participated in another symbolic bow and enjoyed further entertainment from choirs via broadcast. The Gwuang Ju Choir sang “Korea and Rudolph the red nosed deer;” the Sun Moon University Choir sang “We Have Come This Far by Faith;” the Korean Headquarters’ Choir sang “True Parents Medley,” and the Shinjuku Church Choir sang “Shiawasede Nandaro” and “Hurusato.” In good spirits, True Mother also sang “Omma Ya Nuna Ya” for the tuned-in congregations.