On September 29, 2024, 70,000 people gathered for the Bible Seminar in Busan, South Korea, that was organised by Shincheonji Church of Jesus, New Heaven New Earth (NHNE), whose message of biblical prophecy and fulfillment continues to inspire attendees from different Christian backgrounds. The consistently large crowd included pastors from various denominations with many more participants joining from many countries including South Africa via YouTube.
Chairman Lee Man-hee, leader of NHNE Church, delivered the keynote address, calling for unity among churches through the revealed word of God. He emphasised the importance of aligning faith with biblical teachings, stating,
“We must understand the true meaning of the word and be created according to it.”
His message resonated with many of the pastors present, who expressed a renewed desire to study and share the revealed word with their congregations.
Pastors who attended the seminar shared their experiences of enlightenment. Pastor Hwang from an independent denomination said, “For the Korean church to grow, the truth of God’s word must come alive,” while Pastor Choi from a Presbyterian church noted how the seminar helped him find clarity on many questions about biblical prophecy.
The seminar was part of Shincheonji’s ongoing efforts to engage churches and pastors in discussions on the fulfillment of the Book of Revelation. To date, Shincheonji has signed memorandums of understanding (MOUs) with 727 churches in South Korea, and its reach continues to grow internationally, with 13,053 churches in 84 countries engaging in similar exchanges. In Southern Africa, NHNE has established churches in major South African cities such as Cape Town, Johannesburg, and Durban, as well as in surrounding countries including Namibia, Zimbabwe, and Malawi.
Public interest in the event was heightened by parades featuring traditional drumming groups and military bands in Busan, creating an atmosphere of excitement throughout the city. Similar promotional efforts were conducted internationally, including in the streets of Cape Town, South Africa, where the event was also well-received by the public, drawing attention to the upcoming seminars.
Those unable to attend the seminar in person could follow via a live stream on YouTube, which garnered over 73,300 views.
