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Hole in Whole: Seeking Wholeness for the Divided People
The Lausanne Movement champions the pursuit of "whole gospel, whole church, and whole world."
However, the Korean Peninsula represents a stark "hole in this whole" – a painful division separating families, communities, and the entire nation.
This Pre-Lausanne Consultation, taking place September 20-21, 2024, invites you to join a transformative gathering focused on peace and reconciliation in the Korean Peninsula.
Who Should Attend?
This consultation is ideal for:
Christian leaders seeking to leverage their faith for peace-building initiatives.
Peace and reconciliation practitioners wishing to deepen their understanding of the Korean context.
Scholars and activists interested in exploring theological and practical solutions for conflict transformation.
Anyone with a heart for reconciliation and a desire to learn more about the Korean Peninsula.
Why Attend?
Gain firsthand experience: The consultation includes visits to the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) and other significant historical sites, offering a deeper understanding of the division's impact.
Engage with experts and practitioners: Learn from renowned speakers, theologians, and peacebuilders actively working towards a more peaceful Korean Peninsula.
Connect with like-minded individuals: Build relationships with others passionate about reconciliation and explore collaborative opportunities.
Contribute to a solution: Participate in workshops and discussions that will shape a collective vision for a more peaceful future in Korea and the world.
Gain insights for your own context: While the Korean Peninsula's division is a unique situation, the yearning for peace and reconciliation is a universal human experience. This consultation offers a powerful lens through which we can understand the challenges and hopes of peacebuilding efforts. By learning from the Korean context, you'll gain valuable insights that can be applied to bridge divides and foster healing in your own community and across the globe.
Program for the Two Days
[Day 1] September 20, Friday
Daytime: Guided pilgrimage of the DMZ and other historical sites.
Evening: Worship and prayer of lament and hope.
[Day 2] September 21, Saturday
Full-day consultation featuring:
- Keynote presentations from leading experts on Korean peace and reconciliation.
- Panel discussions exploring theological frameworks for reconciliation.
- Workshops focusing on practical strategies for peacebuilding initiatives.
- Opportunities for group discussions and networking.
Become a Part of the Healing Process
This consultation aims to achieve the following:
Raise awareness: Increase global understanding of the ongoing pain and challenges faced by the Korean people.
Equip participants: Provide attendees with the knowledge and resources to become catalysts for reconciliation efforts.
Develop a vision: Collectively explore and articulate a shared vision for a peaceful and unified Korean Peninsula.
Foster collaboration: Create a network of committed individuals and organizations working towards reconciliation.
Join us in this crucial conversation. Let's explore the "hole in the whole" and work together towards a future of wholeness for the Korean Peninsula.
Sept 20, Friday
Pilgrimage and Worship
[Day 1] 7:30 AM to 9:00PM
Pilgrimage to DMZ
○ Watching 4 Videos in cabin
(1) How the Korean DMZ Works
(2) DMZ 소개
(3) 대성동: 비무장지대의 유일한 민간인 마을에 가다
(4) 남북 출입 20년…갈등과 단절을 넘어
○ Visit Transit office (museum, highway transit office, railway station)
○ Lunch at Tongil-Chon, visit souvenir shop
○ Imjingak – Jangdan locomotive
○ Odusan(Odu-Mt.) Unification Tower
* PICTURES
This photo album is a public collection for the attendees of Pre-Lausanne. Currently, it contains reference images, and after the meeting concludes, photos from Day 1 and Day 2 will be added for your download. We encourage participants to share any photos they would like to contribute by uploading them [here]. Your submissions will automatically be included in this public album. Please ensure that you select only the best photos. As KakaoTalk does not support uploads or downloads, we recommend using Safari (iOS), an internet browser on Android, or a web browser on your PC.Dinner
Worship and Prayer of Lament and Hope
Sept 21, Saturday
A Full-Day Consultation on
Peace and Reconciliation
[Day 2] 8:30AM to 5:30PM
Check In (Arrive by 8:30)
Praise and Bible Exegesis 1:
Dr. Kim, Hae KwonFraming and Agenda Setting
Presentation 1:
Park, Ye Yeong: Peace through the lens of a NK RefugeePresentation 2:
Yun, Hwancheol: Peace and reconciliation according to the Korean churchPresentation 3:
Chris Rice: The US church's role and responsibility in peace on the Korean Peninsula and Northeast Asia.Consultation 1
Lunch
Praise and Bible Exegesis 2:
Dr. Kim, Hae KwonPresentation 4:
Dr. Kim, Jungryong:
Stories as a Medical Director at the Green Doctors Cooperating Hospital, Gaesung Industrial ComplexPresentation 5:
H.L: Faith in Action in a Divided KoreaPresentation 6:
Joy Yoon: Finding Faith and Hope in North KoreaConsultation 2
Prayer and Closing
Incheon National University
Address: 119 Academy-ro, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon
Hosting organizations:
Lausanne North Korea Working Group, The Bright Foundation, Future Foundation of Korea, Interserve Korea and Revival Korea
FAQs
Questions About the Event
Who and how many people will be attending this meeting?
A maximum of 200 people will be attending, including 100 participants of the 4th Lausanne Conference who have applied for this consultation and 100 people who are not participants in the Lausanne Conference but have separately applied just for this consultation.How will the language for this event be provided?
All events will be held in both English and Korean. All the lectures have been pre-recorded in either English or Korean and therefore will have subtitles provided. Group discussions will be divided into English and Korean groups in which you can choose a language.Where is this event’s venue?
The entire schedule of the 20th (Friday) and the 21st (Saturday) will be held in the main auditorium located in Building 23 and other surrounding buildings of the Incheon National University Songdo Campus. We will provide more detailed information later.
* On the 20th (Friday), from morning until evening, we will be going on a DMZ pilgrimage journey.
Questions relating to Day 1 of the program
What kind of place is the DMZ?
The Korean Demilitarized Zone is a military zone that divides North and South Korea across the Korean Peninsula near the 38th parallel north latitude. When the Korean War broke out in 1950 and the Armistice Agreement was signed in July 1953, North Korea, China, and the United Nations Command agreed to create the Demilitarized Zone as a buffer zone between North Korea and South Korea. Centered on the Military Demarcation Line (MDL), this is an area created with the promise to retreat the troops of both countries 2km to the north and south. In principle, any arming other than personal firearms is prohibited within the Demilitarized Zone, but over the past 70 years, it has transformed into a heavily militarized area. Border posts have been established on both sides of the demilitarized zone, heavy automatic weapons have been brought in, and landmines have been installed everywhere. With the armed forces of North and South Korea concentrated around the Military Demarcation Line, the Demilitarized Zone currently plays only a minimal buffer role. At the same time, as access to the Demilitarized Zone has been strictly controlled and further development has been halted for the past several decades, its natural environment has been preserved, and its value as an object of ecological research is being newly recognized.Can civilians enter the DMZ?
For the general public, it is difficult to near and enter the DMZ without special permission. In addition, the Civilian Control Line (CCL) has been established approximately 10km from the Military Demarcation Line so civilians cannot even enter the Civilian Control Line. Our visit to the DMZ on September 20th can be more precisely said to be entering the area adjacent to the DMZ (civilian restricted area). The main focus of our September 20th itinerary is to visit a place where you can view the DMZ from up close and see North Korea beyond it.Is it possible for us to enter Panmunjom?
In the past, there was a tour program for visiting Panmunjom granted to foreign tourists and Korean citizens with permission, but the tours to Panmunjom were temporarily suspended due to the incident in July 2023 when a US soldier defected to North Korea from Panmunjom. Currently, no civilians are allowed to visit Panmunjom. However, if visits to Panmunjom are resumed in September 2024, efforts will be made to ensure that consultation participants can visit Panmunjom.Is the entry to DMZ on September 20th safe?
It is safe. We will only enter the civilian control zone and not visit the DMZ itself. We will be moving only within safe and authorized areas. The safety of this trip is our top priority.Could you elaborate on this visit to the DMZ on September 20th?
We will visit key points to deepen your understanding of the division and peace issues on the Korean Peninsula and provide detailed explanations both on the bus and at the destination. We will also provide information materials prior to the participation to help you better understand.Will North Korea be visible?
We will be visiting a special observatory where you can view North Korea. With just your naked eye or through a telescope, you will be able to observe the North Korean villages and people.What are the necessary materials to bring?
You must prepare proof of identity: a passport for foreigners or an ID card for Korean citizens. This will be checked when entering the civilian control zone. Furthermore, you must provide your passport information in advance to us, to report it to the military authorities beforehand. (In early September, there will be an online survey where you can input this information).
Questions Relating to Day 2 of the Program
What is the consultation?
The consultation refers to the process where all participants become part of a small group of about 10 people and freely communicate their opinions, gain mutual understanding, and network. The purpose is to help Christians from all over the world develop a deeper understanding and empathy for the issues of peace and reconciliation on the Korean Peninsula, and to build a voluntary cooperation network for peace around the world.How will the consultation on September 21st proceed?
The consultations will be divided into morning and afternoon sessions. The structure of each session is as follows: There will be a short Bible commentary (15 minutes) that connects the Bible to the issues of peace and reconciliation on the Korean Peninsula. Then, we will listen to short speeches by three Christian workers in the field of peace and reconciliation on the Korean Peninsula (10 minutes * 3 people). Then, we will be divided into small groups in which we will spend time together discussing and praying (80 minutes).
Questions About Transportation, Lodgings, and Meals
How do I get to Incheon National University?
Incheon National University is a 20-minute walk or 10-minute bus ride away from Incheon National University Entrance Station on Incheon Subway Line 1.Where would be the best place to lodge?
You can freely decide to stay in places as long as it has convenient transportation in Seoul or Incheon. However, the better the accessibility to Incheon Subway Line 1, the more convenient it will be for you. If you stay at an accommodation officially recommended by the Lausanne competition two days in advance, you will be fine.Can we store our luggage at the event?
We will not be providing luggage storage service during the event period.What is the menu for this event? Will there be vegetarian options?
We will provide at least two menu choices which will include vegetarian options. You will be able to make your selection in an online survey in early September.
Questions About the Participation Fee and Receipts
Can I pay the participation fee with a credit card?
No, only cash is accepted. Additionally, you can pay USD 100 for the participation fee on the site. However, Korean participants can transfer KRW 130,000 to the account provided.Is there financial assistance available for registration?
As this is an external event of the 4th Lausanne Congress, there is no participation fee support system. The organizers have raised funds to reduce the registration fee, and please understand no further individual financial assistance will be available.Can I receive a receipt for the fees?
We will issue a receipt. Please request the receipt through the online survey provided in September. It will be issued on-site on September 20th or 21st, or we can send it to you by email after the event.
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