The Church of God in Europe

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[[ko:유럽 하나님의 교회]]The Church of God’s mission in Europe commenced in Germany in the late 1990s and subsequently expanded across the continent, reaching the United Kingdom, Spain, France, Finland, Romania, Greece, and Ukraine. Even in Europe, where Christianity is rapidly declining despite deep-rooted traditions, the Church of God is experiencing rapid growth.

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The Church of God’s mission in Europe commenced in Germany in the late 1990s and subsequently expanded across the continent, reaching the United Kingdom, Spain, France, Finland, Romania, Greece, and Ukraine. Even in Europe, where Christianity is rapidly declining despite deep-rooted traditions, the Church of God is experiencing rapid growth.

'''The Church of God in Europe''', comprising members of various age groups including university students and young adults, engages actively in a life of faith and volunteer activities. Through acts of sharing and service, members aim to express the love and joy of [[God the Mother]]. The Church has received several notable awards in recognition of its volunteer work, including The [https://ukzion.watv.org/queens-award/ Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service] in the United Kingdom, The Green World Award, and The Green Apple Award.<ref name=":0">[https://watv.org/green-apple-awards-2021/ ASEZ and ASEZ WAO Honored With Green World Award and Green Apple Award], ''WATV.org'', November 15, 2021</ref>{{앨범

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The [[World Mission Society Church of God|Church of God]] began its mission in Europe in 1997, alongside missions in [[The Church of God in North America|North America]] and [[The Church of God in Asia|Asia]]. Starting in the 2000s, missionaries and both short-and long-term mission teams were sent to various countries, accelerating the spread of the [[gospel]]. The Church of God has since been established in major cities such as London, England; Paris, France; Lisbon, Portugal; and Amsterdam, Netherlands. Furthermore, the number of members in Northern and Eastern European countries—such as Norway, Sweden, the Czech Republic, and Hungary—who believe in God [[Elohim]] and uphold the truth of the [[New Covenant|new covenant]], is experiencing rapid growth.

In a self-centered world, the Church of God in Europe strives to practice the teachings of the Bible, which emphasize virtues such as respect, consideration, and selflessness, sharing Christ’s love with neighbors. Members strengthen their faith through sermons at each service and Truth Books translated into various languages, such as ''[[The Mystery of God and the Spring of the Water of Life]]'' and ''[[Visitors From the Angelic World]]''. They also foster unity and communication by learning and sharing ways to practice God’s love through periodicals distributed by the [[Church of God Headquarters|Headquarters]], including ''[[Monthly Elohist|Elohist]]'' and ''[[Happy Home Preparing the Sabbath]]''. Following God’s teachings, they care for their families and neighbors, consistently extending Christ’s love to those in need.

In a self-centered world, the Church of God in Europe strives to practice the teachings of the Bible, which emphasize virtues such as respect, consideration, and selflessness, sharing Christ’s love with neighbors. Members strengthen their faith through sermons at each service and Truth Books translated into various languages, such as ''[[The Mystery of God and the Spring of the Water of Life]]'' and ''[[Visitors From the Angelic World]]''. They also foster unity and communication by learning and sharing ways to practice God’s love through periodicals distributed by the [[Church of God Headquarters|Headquarters]], including ''[[Monthly Elohist|Elohist]]'' and ''[[Happy Home Preparing for the Sabbath]]''. Following God’s teachings, they care for their families and neighbors, consistently extending Christ’s love to those in need.

“Statistics show that 42% of married couples in the U.K. get divorced. As a pastoral staff member, I will make efforts to help those struggling with family relationships resolve conflicts and achieve domestic peace through God’s teachings, which say, ‘Love is patient, it is not rude, it is not easily angered, but is kind,’ ” said Missionary Alexander Holmes from London, U.K., during the “[[Global Conference on Happy Family|Global Conference on Happy Families]]” held at the [[The New Jerusalem Pangyo Temple|New Jerusalem Pangyo Temple]].<ref>[https://watv.org/global-conference-on-happy-family/ Global Conference on Happy Family], ''WATV.org'', April 6, 2019</ref>

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{{그림 |네덜란드 로테르담 하나님의 교회-전 세계 유월절사랑 생명사랑 헌혈릴레이.jpg |너비= 320px |정렬=오른쪽섬네일 |타이틀= The Church of God in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, conducts the 831st Worldwide Blood Drive to Give Life Through the Love of the Passover.}}

{{그림 |독일 베를린 ASEZ WAO-5781차 전 세계 지구환경정화운동.jpg |너비= 320px |정렬=오른쪽섬네일 |타이틀= ASEZ WAO in Berlin, Germany, carries out cleanup efforts at Steglitz City Park}}

They extend helping hands in diverse areas, including emergency relief, environmental protection, and assistance for neighbors in need, to promote community development and harmony. By visiting nursing homes and children’s hospice facilities, they share warm, familial love with those who are isolated.<ref>[https://news.watv.org/over/content.asp?articleid=o20121223399 A Mother's Love Reaches Western Countries], ''WATV News'', December 23, 2012</ref><ref>[https://news.watv.org/over/content.asp?articleid=o20121219470 Bringing Joy and Happiness to the Elderly During a Lonely Holiday Season], ''WATV News'', December 19, 2012</ref><ref>[https://news.watv.org/over/content.asp?articleid=o20120812662 Sharing Small Laughs with Children in Pain], ''WATV News'', August 12, 2012</ref> Regular [[Worldwide Blood Drive to Give Life Through the Love of the Passover|blood drives]] are also organized to support patients experiencing challenges due to blood shortages.<ref>[http://www.joongang.tv/news/articleView.html?idxno=39919 The Church of God: Let's Overcome COVID-19 Together through Blood Donations], ''JoongAng Newspaper'', July 21, 2020</ref><ref>[https://news.watv.org/over/content.asp?articleid=o20120910192 Sharing Life, Sharing Love Together Through Blood Donation], ''WATV News'', September 10, 2012</ref> In times of disaster, such as the flooding in Oxford, U.K., members promptly offered aid for recovery efforts.<ref>[https://www.donga.com/news/Culture/article/all/20160713/79165977/1 <nowiki>[World Mission Society Church of God] Where There's Pain, They Were There</nowiki>], ''The DongA Ilbo'', July 14, 2016</ref> Additionally, they actively participate in environmental protection activities locally and globally, working to establish a cleaner and healthier environment for families and communities.<ref>[https://www.wochenanzeiger-muenchen.de/neuhausen-nymphenburg/der-einsatz-wird-nicht-der-letzte-sein,96963.html Der Einsatz wird nicht der letzte sein,] ''Münchner Wochenanzeiger'', October 16, 2017</ref><ref>[http://www.frg.ie/local-news/local-clean-clears-rubbish-fatima/ Local Clean-Up Clears Rubbish From Fatima,] ''Fountain Resource Group'', November 11, 2013</ref><ref>[https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/news-features/2/news-headlines/82508/reag-latest-clean-up Reag: latest clean up,] ''Rochdale Online'', September 14, 2013</ref><ref>[https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/news-features/2/news-headlines/82147/mayor-peter-rush-supports-local-clean-up Mayor Peter Rush supports local clean up,] ''Rochdale Online'', August 25, 2013</ref>

They extend helping hands in diverse areas, including emergency relief, environmental protection, and assistance for neighbors in need, to promote community development and harmony. By visiting nursing homes and children’s hospice facilities, they share warm, familial love with those who are isolated.<ref>[https://news.watv.org/over/content.asp?articleid=o20121223399 A Mother's Love Reaches Western Countries], ''WATV News'', December 23, 2012</ref><ref>[https://news.watv.org/over/content.asp?articleid=o20121219470 Bringing Joy and Happiness to the Elderly During a Lonely Holiday Season], ''WATV News'', December 19, 2012</ref><ref>[https://news.watv.org/over/content.asp?articleid=o20120812662 Sharing Small Laughs with Children in Pain], ''WATV News'', August 12, 2012</ref> Regular [[The Worldwide Blood Drive to Give Life Through the Love of the Passover|blood drives]] are also organized to support patients experiencing challenges due to blood shortages.<ref>[http://www.joongang.tv/news/articleView.html?idxno=39919 The Church of God: Let's Overcome COVID-19 Together through Blood Donations], ''JoongAng Newspaper'', July 21, 2020</ref><ref>[https://news.watv.org/over/content.asp?articleid=o20120910192 Sharing Life, Sharing Love Together Through Blood Donation], ''WATV News'', September 10, 2012</ref> In times of disaster, such as the flooding in Oxford, U.K., members promptly offered aid for recovery efforts.<ref>[https://www.donga.com/news/Culture/article/all/20160713/79165977/1 <nowiki>[World Mission Society Church of God] Where There's Pain, They Were There</nowiki>], ''The DongA Ilbo'', July 14, 2016</ref> Additionally, they actively participate in environmental protection activities locally and globally, working to establish a cleaner and healthier environment for families and communities.<ref>[https://www.wochenanzeiger-muenchen.de/neuhausen-nymphenburg/der-einsatz-wird-nicht-der-letzte-sein,96963.html Der Einsatz wird nicht der letzte sein,] ''Münchner Wochenanzeiger'', October 16, 2017</ref><ref>[http://www.frg.ie/local-news/local-clean-clears-rubbish-fatima/ Local Clean-Up Clears Rubbish From Fatima,] ''Fountain Resource Group'', November 11, 2013</ref><ref>[https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/news-features/2/news-headlines/82508/reag-latest-clean-up Reag: latest clean up,] ''Rochdale Online'', September 14, 2013</ref><ref>[https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/news-features/2/news-headlines/82147/mayor-peter-rush-supports-local-clean-up Mayor Peter Rush supports local clean up,] ''Rochdale Online'', August 25, 2013</ref>

A resident who participated in a cleanup activity in Vienna, Austria, with their child expressed joy, saying, “In times when people often focus only on themselves, it’s rewarding to engage in community service. It was a valuable lesson for my child.”<ref>[https://news.watv.org/over/content.asp?articleid=o20121230515 Commemorating the Day of New Jerusalem: Environmental Clean-Up Efforts Across European Cities], ''WATV News'', December 30, 2012</ref> Members of [[ASEZ WAO (Church of God Young Adult Worker Volunteer Group)|ASEZ WAO]], the Young Adult Worker Volunteer Group, and [[ASEZ]], the University Student Volunteer Group, also collaborate with local governments to organize environmental protection activities and campaigns, actively raising public awareness about pressing environmental issues.<ref>[https://news4trafford.co.uk/2021/06/21/volunteers-came-to-help-clear-up-old-trafford-at-the-weekend/ Volunteers came to help clear up Old Trafford at the weekend,] ''News4Trafford'', June 21, 2021</ref><ref>[https://news4trafford.co.uk/2021/04/19/volunteers-and-trafford-council-clean-up-old-trafford/ Volunteers and Trafford Council clean up Old Trafford,] ''News4Trafford'', April 19, 2021</ref><ref>[https://asez.org/cleanup_greenship_complutense/ Small Steps Taken Together Change the World: Greenship Cleanup at Complutense University of Madrid], ''ASEZ.org'', January 20, 2020</ref><ref>[https://news.watv.org/over/content.asp?articleid=o20190108842 ASEZ Winter Overseas Volunteer Activities by College Students in 2019], ''WATV News'', January 8, 2019</ref><ref>[https://news.watv.org/over/content.asp?articleid=o20170724222 The Church of God University Student Volunteer Group, ‘ASEZ’, Summer Overseas Volunteer Activities], ''WATV News'', July 24, 2017</ref>

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-The Church of God’s mission in Europe commenced in Germany in the late 1990s and subsequently expanded across the continent, reaching the United Kingdom, Spain, France, Finland, Romania, Greece, and Ukraine. Even in Europe, where Christianity is rapidly declining despite deep-rooted traditions, the Church of God is experiencing rapid growth.
 '''The Church of God in Europe''', comprising members of various age groups including university students and young adults, engages actively in a life of faith and volunteer activities. Through acts of sharing and service, members aim to express the love and joy of [[God the Mother]]. The Church has received several notable awards in recognition of its volunteer work, including The [https://ukzion.watv.org/queens-award/ Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service] in the United Kingdom, The Green World Award, and The Green Apple Award.<ref name=":0">[https://watv.org/green-apple-awards-2021/ ASEZ and ASEZ WAO Honored With Green World Award and Green Apple Award], ''WATV.org'', November 15, 2021</ref>{{앨범
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 The [[World Mission Society Church of God|Church of God]] began its mission in Europe in 1997, alongside missions in [[The Church of God in North America|North America]] and [[The Church of God in Asia|Asia]]. Starting in the 2000s, missionaries and both short-and long-term mission teams were sent to various countries, accelerating the spread of the [[gospel]]. The Church of God has since been established in major cities such as London, England; Paris, France; Lisbon, Portugal; and Amsterdam, Netherlands. Furthermore, the number of members in Northern and Eastern European countries—such as Norway, Sweden, the Czech Republic, and Hungary—who believe in God [[Elohim]] and uphold the truth of the [[New Covenant|new covenant]], is experiencing rapid growth.
-In a self-centered world, the Church of God in Europe strives to practice the teachings of the Bible, which emphasize virtues such as respect, consideration, and selflessness, sharing Christ’s love with neighbors. Members strengthen their faith through sermons at each service and Truth Books translated into various languages, such as ''[[The Mystery of God and the Spring of the Water of Life]]'' and ''[[Visitors From the Angelic World]]''. They also foster unity and communication by learning and sharing ways to practice God’s love through periodicals distributed by the [[Church of God Headquarters|Headquarters]], including ''[[Monthly Elohist|Elohist]]'' and ''[[Happy Home Preparing the Sabbath]]''. Following God’s teachings, they care for their families and neighbors, consistently extending Christ’s love to those in need.
+In a self-centered world, the Church of God in Europe strives to practice the teachings of the Bible, which emphasize virtues such as respect, consideration, and selflessness, sharing Christ’s love with neighbors. Members strengthen their faith through sermons at each service and Truth Books translated into various languages, such as ''[[The Mystery of God and the Spring of the Water of Life]]'' and ''[[Visitors From the Angelic World]]''. They also foster unity and communication by learning and sharing ways to practice God’s love through periodicals distributed by the [[Church of God Headquarters|Headquarters]], including ''[[Monthly Elohist|Elohist]]'' and ''[[Happy Home Preparing for the Sabbath]]''. Following God’s teachings, they care for their families and neighbors, consistently extending Christ’s love to those in need.
 “Statistics show that 42% of married couples in the U.K. get divorced. As a pastoral staff member, I will make efforts to help those struggling with family relationships resolve conflicts and achieve domestic peace through God’s teachings, which say, ‘Love is patient, it is not rude, it is not easily angered, but is kind,’ ” said Missionary Alexander Holmes from London, U.K., during the “[[Global Conference on Happy Family|Global Conference on Happy Families]]” held at the [[The New Jerusalem Pangyo Temple|New Jerusalem Pangyo Temple]].<ref>[https://watv.org/global-conference-on-happy-family/ Global Conference on Happy Family], ''WATV.org'', April 6, 2019</ref>
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 {{그림 |네덜란드 로테르담 하나님의 교회-전 세계 유월절사랑 생명사랑 헌혈릴레이.jpg  |너비= 320px |정렬=오른쪽섬네일 |타이틀= The Church of God in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, conducts the 831st Worldwide Blood Drive to Give Life Through the Love of the Passover.}}
 {{그림 |독일 베를린 ASEZ WAO-5781차 전 세계 지구환경정화운동.jpg  |너비= 320px |정렬=오른쪽섬네일 |타이틀= ASEZ WAO in Berlin, Germany, carries out cleanup efforts at Steglitz City Park}}
-They extend helping hands in diverse areas, including emergency relief, environmental protection, and assistance for neighbors in need, to promote community development and harmony. By visiting nursing homes and children’s hospice facilities, they share warm, familial love with those who are isolated.<ref>[https://news.watv.org/over/content.asp?articleid=o20121223399 A Mother's Love Reaches Western Countries], ''WATV News'', December 23, 2012</ref><ref>[https://news.watv.org/over/content.asp?articleid=o20121219470 Bringing Joy and Happiness to the Elderly During a Lonely Holiday Season], ''WATV News'', December 19, 2012</ref><ref>[https://news.watv.org/over/content.asp?articleid=o20120812662 Sharing Small Laughs with Children in Pain], ''WATV News'', August 12, 2012</ref> Regular [[Worldwide Blood Drive to Give Life Through the Love of the Passover|blood drives]] are also organized to support patients experiencing challenges due to blood shortages.<ref>[http://www.joongang.tv/news/articleView.html?idxno=39919 The Church of God: Let's Overcome COVID-19 Together through Blood Donations], ''JoongAng Newspaper'', July 21, 2020</ref><ref>[https://news.watv.org/over/content.asp?articleid=o20120910192 Sharing Life, Sharing Love Together Through Blood Donation], ''WATV News'', September 10, 2012</ref> In times of disaster, such as the flooding in Oxford, U.K., members promptly offered aid for recovery efforts.<ref>[https://www.donga.com/news/Culture/article/all/20160713/79165977/1 <nowiki>[World Mission Society Church of God] Where There's Pain, They Were There</nowiki>], ''The DongA Ilbo'', July 14, 2016</ref> Additionally, they actively participate in environmental protection activities locally and globally, working to establish a cleaner and healthier environment for families and communities.<ref>[https://www.wochenanzeiger-muenchen.de/neuhausen-nymphenburg/der-einsatz-wird-nicht-der-letzte-sein,96963.html Der Einsatz wird nicht der letzte sein,] ''Münchner Wochenanzeiger'', October 16, 2017</ref><ref>[http://www.frg.ie/local-news/local-clean-clears-rubbish-fatima/ Local Clean-Up Clears Rubbish From Fatima,] ''Fountain Resource Group'', November 11, 2013</ref><ref>[https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/news-features/2/news-headlines/82508/reag-latest-clean-up Reag: latest clean up,] ''Rochdale Online'', September 14, 2013</ref><ref>[https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/news-features/2/news-headlines/82147/mayor-peter-rush-supports-local-clean-up Mayor Peter Rush supports local clean up,] ''Rochdale Online'', August 25, 2013</ref>
+They extend helping hands in diverse areas, including emergency relief, environmental protection, and assistance for neighbors in need, to promote community development and harmony. By visiting nursing homes and children’s hospice facilities, they share warm, familial love with those who are isolated.<ref>[https://news.watv.org/over/content.asp?articleid=o20121223399 A Mother's Love Reaches Western Countries], ''WATV News'', December 23, 2012</ref><ref>[https://news.watv.org/over/content.asp?articleid=o20121219470 Bringing Joy and Happiness to the Elderly During a Lonely Holiday Season], ''WATV News'', December 19, 2012</ref><ref>[https://news.watv.org/over/content.asp?articleid=o20120812662 Sharing Small Laughs with Children in Pain], ''WATV News'', August 12, 2012</ref> Regular [[The Worldwide Blood Drive to Give Life Through the Love of the Passover|blood drives]] are also organized to support patients experiencing challenges due to blood shortages.<ref>[http://www.joongang.tv/news/articleView.html?idxno=39919 The Church of God: Let's Overcome COVID-19 Together through Blood Donations], ''JoongAng Newspaper'', July 21, 2020</ref><ref>[https://news.watv.org/over/content.asp?articleid=o20120910192 Sharing Life, Sharing Love Together Through Blood Donation], ''WATV News'', September 10, 2012</ref> In times of disaster, such as the flooding in Oxford, U.K., members promptly offered aid for recovery efforts.<ref>[https://www.donga.com/news/Culture/article/all/20160713/79165977/1 <nowiki>[World Mission Society Church of God] Where There's Pain, They Were There</nowiki>], ''The DongA Ilbo'', July 14, 2016</ref> Additionally, they actively participate in environmental protection activities locally and globally, working to establish a cleaner and healthier environment for families and communities.<ref>[https://www.wochenanzeiger-muenchen.de/neuhausen-nymphenburg/der-einsatz-wird-nicht-der-letzte-sein,96963.html Der Einsatz wird nicht der letzte sein,] ''Münchner Wochenanzeiger'', October 16, 2017</ref><ref>[http://www.frg.ie/local-news/local-clean-clears-rubbish-fatima/ Local Clean-Up Clears Rubbish From Fatima,] ''Fountain Resource Group'', November 11, 2013</ref><ref>[https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/news-features/2/news-headlines/82508/reag-latest-clean-up Reag: latest clean up,] ''Rochdale Online'', September 14, 2013</ref><ref>[https://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/news-features/2/news-headlines/82147/mayor-peter-rush-supports-local-clean-up Mayor Peter Rush supports local clean up,] ''Rochdale Online'', August 25, 2013</ref>
 A resident who participated in a cleanup activity in Vienna, Austria, with their child expressed joy, saying, “In times when people often focus only on themselves, it’s rewarding to engage in community service. It was a valuable lesson for my child.”<ref>[https://news.watv.org/over/content.asp?articleid=o20121230515 Commemorating the Day of New Jerusalem: Environmental Clean-Up Efforts Across European Cities], ''WATV News'', December 30, 2012</ref> Members of [[ASEZ WAO (Church of God Young Adult Worker Volunteer Group)|ASEZ WAO]], the Young Adult Worker Volunteer Group, and [[ASEZ]], the University Student Volunteer Group, also collaborate with local governments to organize environmental protection activities and campaigns, actively raising public awareness about pressing environmental issues.<ref>[https://news4trafford.co.uk/2021/06/21/volunteers-came-to-help-clear-up-old-trafford-at-the-weekend/ Volunteers came to help clear up Old Trafford at the weekend,] ''News4Trafford'', June 21, 2021</ref><ref>[https://news4trafford.co.uk/2021/04/19/volunteers-and-trafford-council-clean-up-old-trafford/ Volunteers and Trafford Council clean up Old Trafford,] ''News4Trafford'', April 19, 2021</ref><ref>[https://asez.org/cleanup_greenship_complutense/ Small Steps Taken Together Change the World: Greenship Cleanup at Complutense University of Madrid], ''ASEZ.org'', January 20, 2020</ref><ref>[https://news.watv.org/over/content.asp?articleid=o20190108842 ASEZ Winter Overseas Volunteer Activities by College Students in 2019], ''WATV News'', January 8, 2019</ref><ref>[https://news.watv.org/over/content.asp?articleid=o20170724222 The Church of God University Student Volunteer Group, ‘ASEZ’, Summer Overseas Volunteer Activities], ''WATV News'', July 24, 2017</ref>

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