Dominican Republic: Youth Cultural Exchange Event

New Connections Through Cultural Exchange On October 10, Youth and Students for Peace and CARP hosted a cultural exchange event at the headquarters church in the Dominican Republic. Youth leader Hope Gómez Yamaguchi emphasized the importance of True Parents’ vision in raising young people who actively promote peace and serve their communities. Participants shared their […]

DR Congo: Special Closing Service for 2026 Summer Workshops

From Learning to a Life of Filial Devotion On October 4 (the 24th day of the 8th month of the Heavenly Calendar), a special closing service for the 2026 summer workshops was held at the national headquarters of the Family Federation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Some 780 people attended the service, held […]

Philippines: Bicol Regional Gathering

Nurturing the Next Generation, Strengthening Our Community A regional gathering focused on nurturing the younger generation and strengthening faith was held in Bicol, Philippines, from October 2 to 4 (the 22nd to 24th days of the 8th month of the Heavenly Calendar). Participants offered devotions during an overnight prayer vigil at Legazpi Church. On the […]

FamilyFest 2026 Celebrates 50th Anniversary of Washington Monument Rally

50 Years of Dedication, Love Across Generations FamilyFest 2026 was held on October 4 at Belvedere Estate in New York to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the historic Washington Monument Rally. The celebration honored the faith, sacrifice, and legacy of the pioneering generation who helped build the movement in America. Approximately 500 members and guests […]

Poland Matching and Blessing Preparation Workshop

Preparing for the Blessing Together Heavenly Europe and the Middle East’s Blessed Family Department held a Matching and Blessing Preparation Workshop in Glanów, Poland, from October 2 to 4. The workshop brought together 90 second-generation young adults and parents to learn about the matching process and prepare for the Blessing. Through educational sessions, parent-child discussions, […]

Kosovo Balkan International Youth Summit for Peace 2026

Beyond Borders: Youth United for Peace The Balkan International Youth Summit for Peace 2026 took place in Mitrovica, Kosovo, from October 1 to 4. Organized by YSP Balkans, the summit brought together more than 130 young leaders from 51 countries under the theme “Youth as Peace Practitioners: From Dialogue to Action” to discuss the role […]

Australia: Spring Workshop for the Younger Generation

Beyond Ourselves, Toward Love for One Another From October 1 to 4, a spring workshop for the younger generation was held at the Peace Embassy in Sydney, Australia. Under the theme “Let’s Live the Pure Water Life Together,” participants deepened their understanding of True Parents’ lives and values through educational sessions, personal reflections, and hands-on […]