The Start of a New Tradition

Celebration was in the air as the Dallas community welcomed 15 new guests and many returning participants to a final gathering of the outreach revival. The two-week outreach initiative, inspired in part by the recent activities in Las Vegas and Hawaii, has been an inspiring effort. Participants from the community and nearby states took the time to invest in outreach on university campuses, give Divine Principle lectures and study and commit to their own faith.

In just two weeks, the team has welcomed many new guests. Weekly meetings, Bible studies, themed event nights and Sunday services have provided a consistent place for guests to come and feel welcome. Most of the days were spent out in the city of Dallas or on campus speaking with students and making one-on-one connections. It has been an enlightening experience for guests and participants alike.

On Sunday, March 8, 2015, under the banner of True Father’s famous words, “Forgive, Love, Unite”, the team gathered together with guests and community to say goodbye to some of the participants and to celebrate a successful effort. In addition to first time guests, some new and returning American Clergy Leadership Conference (ACLC) members attended, including radio personality, Ester Davis.

Larry Hornbeck, inventor of DLP technology, Oscar Award winner, and member of the local community, also attended and spoke about his experience receiving an Oscar Award.  Larry Hornbeck’s wife, Laura, was the emcee. Kevin Brugman gave an introduction to the Family Federation for World Peace and Unification (FFWPU), and explained the purpose of the organization and the vision of True Parents.

The Dallas Family Church is planning to have a FFWPU Open House every month to celebrate their goals and activities as a family and community, and to welcome new people as well. The community has pledged to make outreach a priority for the year, so this program is only the beginning of what will no doubt be more exciting development to come.

Get involved in outreach in your city! Find out when and where the next outreach revival will take place here.