by Main | Dec 27, 2012 | 2012, Asia, Global Peace Foundation, Philippines, Service and Volunteerism, Vision in Action
Global Peace Festival in Korea has engaged thousands of Koreans in the season of giving. From raising millions of PhP for solar lights in rural villages in the Philippines, making meals for the elderly, and bringing sports equipment for rising sports stars in Kenya, the culture of service is warming up the penninsula.
by Main | Jul 26, 2012 | 2012, One Family Under God, Service and Volunteerism, Vision in Action
A report was recently published by Global Poomashi –Indonesia. Particularly moving was their service projects. This program was not just an international cross cultural exchange, it was a joint service venture that broke down national and socioeconomic barriers. Even...
by Main | May 31, 2012 | 2012, Asia, Service and Volunteerism
Some in the international community observe that Japan has the role of a mother to the other nations of the world. If that is true, then this nation should play a leading role in creating a culture of multi-ethnic coexistence that affirms that we are all one...
by Main | May 1, 2012 | 2012, Service and Volunteerism
Service is a core principle by which I live and a character I teach my children. Expanding the culture of service is a personal mission of mine. Service is not merely for service’s sake. It is not simply the act of doing good deeds. It is much more. It is a means to...
by Main | Apr 20, 2012 | 2012, Americas, Service and Volunteerism, Vision in Action
This week the United States celebrated National Volunteer Week. I want to acknowledge and thank all the volunteers who are touching lives and transforming communities throughout our world. When I think of the power of service, I remember a humble meal I had in a...
by Main | Nov 9, 2011 | 2011, Service and Volunteerism, Speeches
The following address was delivered by Dr. Moon at the Asia-Pacific Conference for the International Association for Volunteer Effort (IAVE) held at the Changwon Convention Center on October 29, 2011. I was very impressed with Dr. Lee’s talk on the importance of...
