Drawn to serve the needs of the area, Magueunsaem Church stands as a beacon. It aims to spiritually restore souls with the word of God. The Magueunsaem Church is located near the Gireum New Town area. You’ll find it at the front of the Gireum New Town 11 Complex.
Magueunsaem Church embraces the strong values and spirit of the Methodist Church. It is a healthy religious community. The church pursues both the tradition of faith and the order of life. Magueunsaem Church is affiliated with the Korean Methodist Church.
The Korean Methodist Church is a partner church. It works with ecumenical bodies. These include the National Council of Churches in Korea and the Korean Christian Federation.
Magueunsaem Church was established as a missionary church. Seoul East Conference supported it financially. The Men’s Association also helped with its establishment. To establish Magueunsaem Church, Cheonho East Church provided support. Kim Deok-won and other laypeople volunteered for remodeling work.
In 2018, the Korean Methodist Church issued a statement. It appealed for peace in Myanmar. The statement expressed sorrow over the crisis.
The Korean War began on June 25, 1950. It was halted by the Armistice Agreement on July 27, 1953. Efforts for a peace treaty continue.
The war took a heavy toll. Daily life collapsed. The country was reduced to rubble. Families were separated. Two million South Korean soldiers and civilians died. Also, 3.3 million North Korean soldiers and civilians died. Furthermore, 360,000 Chinese and 140,000 U.S. soldiers were killed or injured.
The National Council of Churches in Korea offers a worship resource. It marks National Reconciliation Week.
The Methodist Church in Britain has worked to secure peace on the Korean Peninsula. It is an active member of the Ecumenical Forum on Korea. This involves advocacy work for a peace treaty. It also includes practical relief during famine.
The United Methodist Church adopted a plan. It was for peace and reconciliation in the Korean peninsula.
Magueunsaem Church continues to serve its community. It offers spiritual guidance and support. It strives to restore faith and hope. It embodies the values of the Methodist Church. Magueunsaem Church remains a strong religious presence in the area.