By FFWPU Asia Pacific
Leaders’ Special Assembly
The Heavenly Asia Pacific Leaders’ Special Assembly, held on July 25-26, 2023, in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, brought together around 90 leaders from major providential organizations, including FFWPU, UPF, WFWP, and IAYSP. The assembly aimed to enhance unity, cooperation, and commitment to witnessing and church growth in line with True Mother’s vision.
During the opening session, representatives offered flowers to True Parents, expressing gratitude for the leaders’ commitment to Heavenly Parent and True Parents’ teachings. Dr. Robert S. Kittel emphasized the importance of “spirit and truth” and urged dedication to the gathering’s purpose. Rev. Song Yong-Cheon shared the International Headquarters’ strategies, emphasizing the significance of True Mother’s recent events and calling for unity and commitment to achieve a heavenly unified world.
Dr. Chang Shik Yang expressed determination to support peaceful reunification on the Korean Peninsula and emphasized restructuring organizations for this goal. Mrs. Moriko Hori advocated for empowering women and conveying True Mother’s love through the Women’s Federation. Mr. Koji Matsuda stressed the importance of educating and raising the second generation, witnessing, and prayer.
Reports from major providential organizations highlighted their contributions to peace and empowerment in the region. A session on witnessing and church growth strategies featured presentations from representative nations in Christian, Muslim, and politically- influenced environments. Presenters shared best practices and model cases, emphasizing unity, strong internal conditions, and collaboration with local and national leaders.
A Cheonshimwon vigil prayer reflected attendees’ intense desire to fulfill Heavenly Parent’s dream of substantial Cheon Il Guk. The Closing Session included a Ceremony to Offer Resolution, a profound moment of reflection that reaffirmed their commitment to completely unite with True Mother and work towards realizing Vision 2025. And compelling messages from President Masaichi Hori and Dr. Robert Kittel, reinforcing collaborative efforts and commitment to True Mother’s vision. President Song presented gifts to representative leaders, and the Eog Mansei Cheers concluded the Assembly, strengthening participants’ bond and determination.
Overall, the Assembly provided a platform for leaders to unite, share experiences, and strengthen their commitment to support True Mother’s providence for peace and unity in the Asia Pacific region.
Hyo Jeong Youth Special Assembly and the Blessed Family Gathering
On July 28, 2023, the FFWPU Philippines and IAYSP Philippines jointly hosted two significant events in Manila: the Hyo Jeong Youth Special Assembly and the Blessed Family Gathering. Despite challenges like recent typhoons and tight schedules for international leaders arriving from Cambodia, the events were made meaningful by the presence of Rev. Song Yong Cheon, President of FFWPU International, and Mr. Koji Matsuda, President of IAYSP International. These gatherings brought together 828 onsite participants and 428 online attendees from the Philippines and other Asia Pacific countries.
The Hyo Jeong Youth Special Assembly began with lively pre-program performances by various youth groups, setting a vibrant atmosphere for the event. Rev. Leo Angelo Halog, President of FFWPU Philippines, delivered the opening remarks, urging the youth to embody True Mother’s heart and unite in achieving Heaven’s cherished wish by 2025. The assembly featured moving testimonies from two youth representatives, who shared how their involvement in CARP and IAYSP had positively impacted their personal growth and leadership skills. Rene Lansangan, President of IAYSP Philippines, presented a comprehensive report on the organization’s accomplishments from 2019 to 2023.
The highlight of the assembly was Rev. Song Yong Cheon’s keynote address, where he stressed the urgency for the youth to become the driving force in establishing a Heavenly Unified Asia, Korea, and world. The Hyo Jeong Youth Special Assembly concluded with a group photo and an energetic dance performance titled “Let’s Go” by various youth organization representatives.
In the evening, the Blessed Family Gathering commenced with welcoming remarks and an opening prayer. The evening session featured inspiring hyojeong testimonies from blessed couples, illustrating the importance of love and faith in fulfilling the heavenly mission. Rev. Song conveyed a heartfelt message on behalf of True Mother, emphasizing the need for active substantial attendance, pursuing the original essence, and presenting witnessing results to God.
The Blessed Family Gathering concluded with offerings and a closing prayer. Participants expressed their determination to support the providence and become the hope of the world, reinforcing their commitment to fulfilling their responsibilities as Citizens of Cheon Il Guk and advancing True Parents’ vision for a Heavenly Unified World.
the Hyo Jeong Youth Special Assembly and the Blessed Family Gathering were transformative events that brought together youth and blessed families from the Philippines and other Asia Pacific countries. Through testimonies, reports, performances, and speeches, the events emphasized the urgency of youth involvement in realizing True Parents’ vision for a Heavenly Unified World. The participants left with a renewed commitment to supporting the providence and becoming ambassadors of peace and love in the world, embracing True Parents’ vision for a Heavenly Unified World.
