Manmin Central Church Holds ‘2025 Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony’

Pastor Soojin Lee “The birth of Jesus marks the beginning of love for humanity.”

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Dec. 16, 2025 16:01

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SEOUL--(Korea Newswire)--Manmin Central Church in Seoul, South Korea, led by Senior Pastor Soojin Lee, said that it has held its “2025 Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony” at 8 p.m. on December 12, ahead of Christmas, celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ.

In a congratulatory message, Pastor Lee emphasized the significance of Christ’s birth. Lee said, “Though without sin, Jesus came to this earth to bear the sins of humanity and be crucified,” adding, “From His first step to His last, every moment was an expression of love for mankind.”

Reflecting on the humble circumstances of Jesus’ birth, Lee noted that while parents typically prepare a warm and comfortable place for childbirth, Jesus was born in a manger — the lowest of places. She explained, “This was an event filled with God’s love, revealing His intention to grant us richness through poverty and to save humanity through humility.”

Lee also stressed that Christ’s suffering was an act of love meant to bring strength and healing. She said, “The Lord endured scourging and hardship for our well-being,” adding that those who believe in Jesus Christ can be freed from the burdens of poverty, illness, and suffering, and come to experience true peace and joy.

The ceremony was livestreamed worldwide via GCN TV’s YouTube channel.

About Manmin Central Church

Founded in October 1982, Manmin Central Church is a global church with branch and partner churches worldwide. It established Manmin TV in 2000 and launched GCN in 2005, expanding its international media ministry. Through multilingual publications and networks such as WCDN and MIS, the church shares the gospel of God the Creator, Jesus Christ, and the work of the Holy Spirit worldwide.

Website: http://www.manmin.org