By FFWPU Philippine
The Opening Ceremony of the 2nd 21-Day Spiritual Growth Workshop was successfully conducted on May 10, 2026 at HAP HJ CheonBo Branch, Pakchong, Thailand, bringing together 75 participants from nine nations across the Asia Pacific region, along with leaders and staff, in a meaningful and inspiring gathering. The event marked the formal opening of the workshop and highlighted the participants’ commitment to deepening their faith and spiritual life under the theme, “Offering Our Utmost Sincerity and Devotion for Holy Mother Han.” There were 93 attendees onsite and 72 attendees online who witnessed the Opening Ceremony.
Rev. Fumiyuki Kawahara, Vice Regional Director of FFWPU Indochina, offered the opening prayer, setting the spiritual atmosphere for the Sunday morning program. A welcome address was delivered by Rev. Moonnoie Niyomchok, Regional Director of Indochina, who warmly welcomed all attendees and encouraged them to fully embrace the spiritual journey ahead. Dr. Julius Malicdem, Vice-Continental Director of FFWPU Asia Pacific, then delivered the opening remarks, emphasizing the significance of the workshop as a spiritual journey and an opportunity to connect more deeply with True Mother during challenging times. He encouraged the participants to find a “spark” in their life of faith through prayer, reflection, and dedication.
The program featured a video presentation highlighting the journey of the first 21-Day Spiritual Growth Workshop in the Philippines. A special musical performance entitled “Yesterday’s Dream” was also presented by participants from the Philippines. In addition, two participants from the previous workshop inspired the attendees through testimonies and by sharing memorable experiences and the reasons they chose to participate once again.
A special keynote address was delivered through a video message from True Mother, offering guidance, inspiration, and blessings to all participants and leaders as pure waters in this Cheon Il Guk era.
Rev. Yutaka Yamada, Continental Director of Heavenly Asia Pacific, delivered a special message emphasizing the importance of being in the field, becoming pure water, and showing happiness and spirit as heavenly missionaries. He encouraged everyone to work together with the Heavenly Parent and become pillars for True Mother.
Dr. Kim In Cheon, President of the HJ Cheonbo Heavenly Asia Pacific Branch, delivered a message highlighting the significance of the gathering as a sacred response to the Heavenly Parent’s call. He encouraged attendees to focus on spiritual growth and transformation throughout the workshop.
Two participants also shared their messages of determination, expressing renewed faith and courage to continue fulfilling their missions.
Overall, the Opening Program was a successful and meaningful start to the 2nd 21-Day Spiritual Growth Workshop, setting a strong spiritual foundation and inspiring all participants to offer their utmost sincerity and devotion throughout the workshop.
Reflections
Namfon Saensaard, 1st 21-Day Spiritual Growth Workshop Graduate, HTG AP 2nd Batch
Looking back over the past 4 years,I truly feel that my life has been protected by Heaven. No matter how difficult things were, Heavenly Parent always guided me. I once heard True Mother say that we should be like “pure water.” And I kept thinking about this. I asked myself, “What does it really mean to be pure water?” Because I didn’t want to be that way just because of my name. My name, “Namfon,” means rain, and “Saensaard” means very clean, which means pure water in Thai. So I kept wondering how can I truly become like pure water? Especially last year, after I joined the 21-day spiritual growth workshop in the Philippines, I felt very clearly that I want to offer my life 100% to Heaven’s providence. I started by liberating 13 center evil spirits. During that time, I faced many challenges, but after completing all 13, I felt a big change within myself, my mind became more peaceful, and I became a much more positive person.
In my first year of faith, I was very afraid of the spiritual world. Sometimes I felt like something was disturbing me. I shared this with my leader, and they advised me to wear an “참부모님” necklace. After I wore it, those experiences stopped, that helped me trust this path more. But still, there were moments when my heart felt very confused. I didn’t know which direction was right anymore. But instead of running away from those questions, I decided to face them. So I chose to pray sincerely. One day, in the CSW prayer room, I clearly heard one word in CSW: “Missionary”… three times. Even though I didn’t fully understand it at that moment, that word stayed in my heart. In my first wish paper, I wrote, “Please guide me, and let me become a missionary.” And today, I have applied to join the HTG Missionary Top Gun Asia Pacific program for one year. Even though I’m not fully confident in myself, I truly have the determination to follow Heaven’s calling and guidance.
Siraprapha Maglangit, Senior Pastor, Antipolo Church
At the beginning, I thought twice about attending because my husband said that this time we should not spend much money. But I am here because I believe True Mother is happy when we offer ourselves sincerely. I also strongly felt that I needed to come as part of my responsibility and duty. I have a mission in Boin Bujang at Antipolo Church, and I am also supporting my husband in his mission as he works for the legal affairs of our church.
My determination for this Spiritual Growth Workshop is to do my very best to make this workshop successful and to offer my devotion to Holy Mother Han. I also want to make good conditions and constantly offer prayers until I can hear God’s voice and True Parents’ voice more clearly. I am determined to do my very best during Chanyang so that evil spirits can be removed, for me to become healthy, and to continue moving forward for the providence.