Ms. Won-da Jeong, an inspiring young leader from Korea, shares her deep reflections on a life-changing journey at the 2026 Pure Water Assembly, hosted at the Cheonbo Training Center from August 13 to 26.
First of all, I would like to sincerely thank Heavenly Parent and True Parents for guiding me and allowing me to stand here today. Through participating in the 2026 Pure Water Assembly, I was able to deeply experience and learn about the love of Heavenly Parent and True Parents over the past 14 days.
I believe that simply being given such a precious time and such meaningful relationships, despite my many shortcomings, was a great blessing. There were also brothers and sisters who came to this Assembly from countries far away.
We all spoke different languages and came from different cultures, personalities, and backgrounds. At first, there were difficult moments because we could not communicate easily. But as we lived together and gradually came to know one another, at some point we no longer felt like people from different places, but like one family.
In particular, I felt deeply grateful and moved that brothers and sisters from many different nations could gather together here, in this place that is like True Mother’s womb. At first, 14 days seemed like a long time, but looking back now, they passed far too quickly, and I feel sad that it is already time for us to say goodbye.
I think that shows just how deeply attached we became to one another through living together. Through this Assembly, I also had the opportunity to reflect on what we need most at this time.
As we go through life, there will be moments when we face unexpected difficulties and when our hearts are shaken. Especially at a time like this, when we need to unite our hearts and rely on one another, I believe it is important not to try to carry everything alone, but to look toward one another and become a source of strength for each other.
During this Assembly, I saw brothers and sisters from different countries making sincere efforts to come together with one heart, even though each person carried their own difficulties and circumstances. Although our languages and cultures were different, we prayed for one another, encouraged one another during difficult moments, and rejoiced together in times of happiness. Through this, I felt that ultimately we share the same heart and are looking toward the same path.
For that reason, I do not think this Assembly was simply a time when people from many different countries lived together for 14 days. It was a time when we personally experienced that, even though we are different, we can become one even in difficult circumstances.
As I witnessed this, I thought that perhaps this is what the Cheon Il Guk that Heavenly Parent and True Parents desire looks like: people who are different embracing one another with one heart and walking forward together. I also felt that I should become someone who can contribute, even in a small way, to creating such a world.
Among all the programs during these 14 days, the praise and prayer gathering at Mona Yongpyong remains the most memorable for me. Seeing people from different places laughing together, crying together, and rejoicing together filled my heart with emotion.
In particular, when we sang “Calling Us Still” together, tears came to my eyes without me even realizing it. In that moment, I was once again reminded that we were not simply people who happened to meet at a workshop, but precious brothers and sisters whom we should continue to remember and cherish.
Through this Assembly, I also learned that brothers and sisters can become good mirrors for one another. By seeing the good qualities of other brothers and sisters, I was able to reflect on my own shortcomings and learn from them.
Going forward, I want to first examine myself, work to improve the areas where I am lacking, and become someone who can be even a small source of strength to those around me. This Assembly also helped me clarify and strengthen my desire and determination to take on a public mission in the future.
Thinking that this may be my last Assembly as a participant made these 14 days feel even more special and precious to me. I still have many shortcomings and much more to learn. However, no matter what position I may be in or what responsibility I may be given in the future, I will not forget the love I received through this Assembly or the preciousness of my brothers and sisters. I want to become someone who can pass on to others the love that I have received.
I will first reflect on myself so that even one small action of mine can become a source of strength to someone else, and I will continue to grow with greater humility. I would also like to sincerely thank all of the staff members who devoted so much time, effort, and sincerity for us behind the scenes.
I believe that we were able to create beautiful memories, form precious relationships, and learn so much because of the love and devotion of the staff. I am truly grateful to everyone who worked hard for us, even in ways and places that we may never have seen or realized.
Although these 14 days are now coming to an end, I do not believe that the relationships and love we shared will end here. Even after we return to our own countries and our own places, I hope that we will remember one another, pray for one another, and continue to do our best wherever we are.
And when we meet again someday, I hope we can become brothers and sisters who sincerely rejoice in one another’s growth. Finally, I would once again like to sincerely thank Heavenly Parent and True Parents for allowing us to have these precious 14 days.
I also sincerely thank all of the brothers and sisters who shared this time together, and all of the staff members who worked so hard for us. I will not forget the love and grace I received through this Assembly. Although I still have many shortcomings, I will continue to grow little by little and strive to become someone who can share that love with others.
Thank you.