United States: Joint Worship Service for Religious Freedom

Peace and Religious Freedom United in Prayer A joint worship service for religious freedom was held on September 6 at the New Yorker Hotel in Manhattan, New York.More than 400 attended, with gospel artist Wess Morgan leading the congregation in worship together with the choir.Heavenly North America Continental Director Demian Dunkley invited the congregation to […]

Heavenly North America Family Service: “We Stand with Her”

United in Prayer for True Mother The “We Stand with Her” Family Service for True Mother was held on August 30 at Han Hwa Gung in Las Vegas, with 400 people attending in person and congregations across North America joining online. The service brought members together as one movement to deepen their prayer and devotion […]

United States: Blessed Cultural Sports Festival 2026

A Celebration of Blessed Culture Across Generations The 22nd Blessed Cultural Sports Festival was held from August 5 to 9 at the Spiceland National Youth Campus in Indiana. 500 young people spanning the first through third generations participated in volleyball, soccer, basketball, Tong-Il Moo-Do and other competitions. The festival gave young people space to set […]

United States: Third Global Family Festival

United Through Culture A third Global Family Festival was held on August 23 at the Michigan Family Church, bringing together members and guests representing 11 nations. More than 100 participants, including 25 invited guests, stopped by booths featuring traditional foods, clothing and cultural displays from around the world. Gaining stamps in their Peace Road passports, […]

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 […]

United States: Japanese Harvest Festival

Community Harmony through Culture The New Jersey Family Church and the local Japanese community held their annual summer harvest festival in Clifton on August 15. More than 200 members, guests and local residents—including neighbors living near the church—enjoyed Japanese Bon Odori dancing, calligraphy, Japanese food and other cultural activities. Through sharing Japanese culture in a […]

United States: Hyojeong Culture Music and Arts Workshop

Hyojeong Culture and True Love Through Music and the Arts From August 3 to 5, first- and second-generation musicians from 11 communities gathered for a Hyojeong Culture music and arts workshop. Music Director David Eaton presented the history of True Parents’ investment in music and the arts, opening discussion on how to strengthen Hyojeong Culture […]

United States: Parents’ Day Celebration

Honoring the Love of Parents and the Value of Family A Parents’ Day celebration was held on July 26 in the Washington Times Arbor Ballroom in conjunction with the Capital Church Sunday Service. Some 240 members attended the event, which featured Dr. Michael Jenkins’ presentation on the establishment of Parents’ Day and an awards ceremony. […]