Vision Board 2025: A Fresh Start for the New Year
As 2025 began, the Church of God in New Windsor, NY hosted a creative vision board event to kick off the year. Over 30 people—neighbors, friends, families, and community members—came together to share their goals and dreams for the year ahead. Volunteers first equipped each table with magazines, scissors, glue, markers, and other creative materials. […]
Church of God Cleanup at Maria Hernandez Park in Brooklyn, NY
On December 15, 50 volunteers from the Church of God, along with Assemblymember Maritza Davila, cleaned up Maria Hernandez Park. Additionally, the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation joined to support the park’s maintenance and continued care. The volunteers helped maintain this green space, ensuring it stays safe and accessible for the people […]
ASEZ WAO Restores the Shoreline at Kaiser Park in Brooklyn
On December 1, 2024, 35 ASEZ WAO volunteers and New York State Assemblymember Alec Brook-Krasny cleaned up the shoreline at Kaiser Park in Coney Island, Brooklyn. The winds were so cold that the beach was empty, except for a group of people wearing brightly colored vests. Even though the temperature was freezing, the volunteers worked […]
ASEZ Graffiti Removal and Street Cleanup at Lehman College
On November 24, 2024, around 60 volunteers gathered at Lehman College to participate in the ASEZ graffiti removal and street cleanup. Volunteers from various colleges, including Monroe University and Westchester Community College, united to restore the community’s public spaces. Together, they collected 92 bags of trash and painted over a long strip of graffiti that […]
ASEZ Crime Prevention Forum Hosted by Syracuse University
ASEZ students from Syracuse University hosted a crime prevention forum to promote safer communities through education, collaboration, and practical solutions. The event featured three speakers: Mayor Ben Walsh, Syracuse Police Chief Joseph Cecile, and Dr. Stefanie Pilkay, Assistant Professor at the School of Social Work. They discussed the root causes of crime and the key […]
ASEZ STAR Anti-Bullying Forum in New Windsor
On November 17, 2024, over 300 people, including students, teachers, and local leaders, gathered in New Windsor, New York, for an anti-bullying forum held in honor of the United Nations International Day for Tolerance. The event was organized by ASEZ STAR, a global student volunteer group that focuses on student well-being through education and community […]
Albany Pine Bush Preserve Cleanup and Plant Restoration Hosted by ASEZ
ASEZ volunteers hosted a plant restoration and cleanup event at Albany Pine Bush Preserve. Volunteers partnered with staff from Assemblymember Patricia Fahy’s office. This initiative supported ASEZ’s Green Carbon campaign, which focuses on restoring ecosystems to capture and store carbon. Overall, it helps to produce a healthier and more sustainable environment. The Albany Pine Bush […]
Church of God’s 60th Anniversary Celebration in New Windsor
On November 10, 2024, the Church of God celebrated 60 years since its founding in South Korea and 10 years in New Windsor, NY. Over 200 guests joined the celebration, enjoying Korean food, an exhibition, Bible studies, and traditional Korean performances. Food often serves as a welcoming introduction to a culture and community. With this […]
ASEZ STAR Anti-Bullying and Violence Prevention Forum
On September 29, 2024, ASEZ STAR hosted an Anti-Bullying and Violence Prevention Forum in Scarsdale, NY, as part of their global Hope Challenge. The forum focused on ASEZ STAR’s Shoulder to Shoulder campaign to prevent bullying and school violence. A total of 30 students and 50 other attendees participated, including parents, Church of God members, […]
Columbia University ASEZ Volunteers Revitalize the Broadway Mall
On Sunday, September 29, 2024, ASEZ volunteers from Columbia University partnered with the Broadway Mall Association for a community revitalization project near Columbia’s Medical Center. Despite the rainy weather, volunteers and local community leaders came together to help cleanup the area. Their efforts cleaned up the space and they also planted around 250 bulbs, brightening […]