Brazil: District 2 Couples’ Gathering

Celebrating the Meaning of the Blessing South America District 2: A couples’ gathering was held in Brazil on August 15, bringing together blessed members and invited couples. With a 1970s–80s retro theme, the gathering strengthened marriages through team activities and dancing while also introducing couples preparing for the 2027 Blessing to the value and meaning […]

South Africa: Special Banquet Celebrating the 30,000- and 360,000-Couple Blessing Anniversaries and the 14th Anniversary of True Father’s Seonghwa

A Time to Reaffirm the Value of the Blessing A special banquet celebrating the 30,000- and 360,000-Couple Blessing anniversaries and the 14th anniversary of True Father’s Seonghwa was held on August 30 at the Peace Embassy in Johannesburg. National President Emeraude Ndonga highlighted the Marriage Blessing as a model of reconciliation that transcends all barriers. […]

2026 Hyojeong One Family Summer Camp

United as One Family Through Hyojeong The “2026 Hyojeong One Family Summer Camp” for blessed families from Japan was held from August 21 to 25 at the Cheongshim International Youth Center. Second- and third-generation youth learned about absolute sexual ethics and the value of the Blessing, while experiencing various aspects of Korean culture. They also […]

United States: Young Family Workshop

A Legacy of Faith Across Generations A Young Family Workshop was held at Belvedere from August 19 to 22 for second-generation parents and their third-generation children. Vice Continental Director Masayoshi Kajikuri and his wife shared memories connected with Belvedere, True Parents’ early residence in America. For many parents, returning to Belvedere with their own children […]

United States: Family Camp 2026

One Heart Blossoming in the Forest Family Camp 2026 was held from August 14 to 16 in a coastal redwood forest in the San Francisco Bay Area. Adults and children shared Principle-based education, participated in archery, kayaking and other camp activities, while the relaxed family atmosphere helped newcomers and more distant members feel part of […]

Heavenly Asia Pacific: First Session of the One-Year Dedication Program

A Foundation for Faith and Devotion in Daily Life The first session of a One-Year Dedication Program, hosted by the Blessed Family Department of Heavenly Asia Pacific, was held online on July 26. The session encouraged new blessed families, leaders, mentors, and others to strengthen their relationship through faith, love, and a sense of mutual […]

South Africa: National Blessed Families’ Gathering

The Mission of Blessed Families and Living True Love The South African National Blessed Families’ Gathering was held both in person and online in Johannesburg on July 26. Members came from Cape Town, Limpopo Province, even from nearby Namibia. South Africa National leader Emeraud Ndonga highlighted True Parents’ tremendous sacrifices and lifelong efforts. Participants shared […]