New Windsor, NEW YORK — On January 26, 2025, ASEZ STAR hosted a teacher appreciation event to commemorate the UN International Day of Education. The event, held at the Church of God in New Windsor, NY, emphasized the importance of strong student-teacher relationships and honored local educators for their dedication. It included a presentation on ASEZ STAR’s ongoing campaigns and initiatives, along with a Bible seminar titled “The True Teacher.” Local educators, parents, and government officials came together to celebrate the community’s dedication to education. Assembly member Chris Eachus presented ASEZ STAR with a Certificate of Merit, recognizing their leadership and impact on the community. “I’m sorry. I’m sorry for the world that my generation left behind for you. I really am. We should have done much better for you and with you. And then I want to say thank you for taking this step to do this because it does need doing,” Eachus said, addressing the students directly. He continued by speaking to the parents and teachers, saying, “You must be so proud of every one of these students here. Young men and women doing this on their own, volunteering… it’s great. It’s wonderful.” Ethan Calle, a volunteer with ASEZ STAR, explained the event’s inspiration and its connection to the UN’s International Day of Education. “The UN has stated that education is the way to fulfill all of the Sustainable Development Goals, and that it’s through good educators that we can have good student-teacher relationships. We’re very blessed to have such amazing teachers in this area. Because of that, ASEZ STAR wants to honor them through this event,” he said. Raul Rodriguez, Assistant Principal at Cornwall Central High School, was invited by ASEZ STAR volunteers from his school. He was moved by the group’s numerous activities, stating, “I wish that all of our students were like them. Sadly, I think we have become apathetic as a community, as a society, and so just being a part of something greater than us is fantastic!”

Before the morning mist could rise, over 250 Church of God members were lined up and ready to serve. Gathering in Entradero Park in Torrance, California, the volunteers came from all over Southern California, even as far as Las Vegas, to fulfill the mission as the “light of the world.” They set a singular focus on Entradero Park’s basin-like terrain, which poses unique environmental risks, and requires immediate attention. The park’s dry vegetation presented a fire hazard, and the accumulation of trash had the potential to pollute water systems. The polluted waters would further pose harm to the environment by ultimately reaching the ocean. After learning of the need from the City of Torrance, volunteers stepped in enthusiastically to help their neighbors. Volunteers from Torrance, Cerritos, Sunland, Lancaster, Orange County, Temecula, and Las Vegas united for this effort. Volunteers were organized into three groups to clear weeds, gather litter, and remove debris. Smaller teams also collected trash, following city staff guidance. Four medical team members from the church were on-site to ensure everyone’s safety. Though they came from various places, the collective effort of each role made the work swift, productive and full of joy. The event also marked a contribution to the City of Torrance during the 60th anniversary celebration of the Church of God. In a Certificate of Appreciation offered to the church, Torrance Mayor George Chen congratulated the members on the meaningful commemoration, expressing that the Church’s “generous contribution and commitment has made a significant impact on our community.” Congressman Ted Lieu of California’s 36th district also sent a Certificate of Congressional Recognition, commending the volunteers for their work to beautify and preserve the city. Torrance Councilmember Asam Sheikh praised the volunteers stating, “You are the true heroes of the community. You don’t have to go to Hollywood to find the stars, they’re here.” Sheikh expressed interest in entrusting the volunteers with future projects, as more help is needed in other parks in the area. 00:04 Arrival and Preparation 00:32 Getting to Work 00:57 Torrance City Councilmember Statement 01:15 ASEZ WAO Volunteer Testimonial 01:40 Torrance Parks Division Manager Statement 02:14 Wrapping Up 02:39 We Love You!

Je, ni Ushahidi Gani kwa Wanadamu wa Kumtambua Mungu Anayekuja katika Mwili kwa Mara ya Pili? Biblia na manabii hushuhudia kwamba sababu ya Kristo kuja mara ya pili ni kuharibu mauti, yaani, kuwapa wanadamu uzima wa milele, na kuwapeleka kwenye ufalme wa mbinguni. Njia pekee kwa wanadamu, waliotenda dhambi inayostahili mauti mbinguni, kupokea uzima wa milele ni kwa kula na kunywa mwili na damu ya Yesu kupitia Pasaka, kama ilivyokuwa miaka 2,000 iliyopita. Kristo Ahnsahnghong Alitufundisha Ukweli wa Pasaka ya Agano Jipya Inayoharibu Mauti Milele Kulingana na unabii wa Isaya kwamba ni Mungu pekee Anayeweza kuandaa karamu itakayomeza mauti milele, waumini wa Kanisa la Mungu wanamwamini Kristo Ahnsahnghong kama Mungu na wanaiadhimisha Pasaka kwa sababu Yeye ndiye Aliyeharibu mauti kupitia Pasaka. “Mtu yeyote aulaye mwili wangu na kunywa damu yangu, anao uzima wa milele. Nami nitamfufua siku ya mwisho.” Yohana 6:54 Juu ya mlima huu BWANA Mwenye Nguvu Zote ataandaa karamu ya vinono kwa mataifa yote, karamu ya mvinyo wa zamani, . . . yeye atameza mauti milele. . . . Katika siku ile watasema, “Hakika huyu ndiye Mungu wetu; tulimtumaini, naye akatuokoa. . . .” Isaya 25:6–9

Sababu ya Mungu Kuanzisha Sheria, Kanuni, na Maagizo Sheria ya Bustani ya Edeni, sheria ya agano la kale, na sheria ya agano jipya iliyoanzishwa na Yesu vyote viliwekwa na Mungu Elohim ili kuwapa wanadamu utukufu na furaha katika wakati ujao. Leo, Mungu Anatufundisha kupitia manabii wengi, akiwemo nabii Danieli, kwamba kuziacha amri na sheria za Mungu huhesabiwa kuwa uasi, uovu, na ukaidi. Kwa nini Kanisa la Mungu Linashika Sheria ya Agano Jipya kama Sabato na Pasaka? Waumini wa Kanisa la Mungu huandika mioyoni mwao mafundisho ya Kristo Ahnsahnghong na Mungu Mama, ambao Wamewaagiza kutopuuza hata fundisho dogo zaidi la Mungu bali kutenda kulingana na Biblia. Kwa kuwa Yesu Alianzisha sheria ya agano jipya, na hata kuweka kielelezo cha kuiadhimisha, wanazishika sikukuu saba katika nyakati tatu, ikiwemo Sabato na Pasaka. Atanena maneno kinyume cha Yeye Aliye Juu Sana na kuwaonea watakatifu wake, huku akijaribu kubadili majira na sheria. . . . “ ‘Lakini mahakama itakaa kuhukumu, nayo mamlaka yake yataondolewa na kuangamizwa kabisa milele. Ndipo ufalme, mamlaka na ukuu wa falme chini ya mbingu yote utakabidhiwa kwa watakatifu, watu wa Yeye Aliye Juu Sana. Ufalme wake utakuwa ufalme wa milele, . . .’ ” Danieli 7:25–27 “Nimeandika kwa ajili yao mambo mengi kuhusu sheria yangu, lakini wameziangalia kama kitu cha kigeni.” Hosea 8:12

On Thursday, February 6, 2025, ASEZ STAR, a volunteer group composed of middle and high school students from the World Mission Society Church of God, hosted a powerful and inspiring School Violence Prevention Forum in Orange County. The event brought together more than 50 students from Riverside, Temecula, Orange County, Cerritos, Torrance, and Oceanside, alongside dozens of supporting members and over 30 guests who came to support the cause. The forum focused on raising awareness of the various forms of school violence, with an emphasis on bullying, a pervasive issue that many students have personally encountered. Through engaging discussions, expert insights, and heartfelt performances, the event aimed to equip attendees with the knowledge and motivation to foster safer and more inclusive school environments. One of the highlights of the evening was a moving student choir performance, which underscored the importance of unity and support among peers. The audience was further encouraged by the powerful words of guest speakers, including Shalini Quattlebaum, a pageant winner dedicated to youth advocacy, and Veronica Alvarez, a counselor at Savanna High School in Anaheim. Alvarez emphasized the critical role students can play in standing up for their peers and actively supporting those who are targeted. Notably, the Savanna High School girls basketball team attended the event, demonstrating their commitment to promoting kindness and respect both on and off the court. Adding to the significance of the evening, former WNBA (Women’s National Basketball Association) player Leaonna Odom, who played for the New York Liberty, shared her insights on leadership, resilience, and the importance of fostering a culture of support within schools. The event also saw the participation of teachers and coaches from the local community, reinforcing the collective responsibility of educators and mentors to prevent school violence. Attendees left the forum empowered with actionable steps to create safer educational spaces inspired by the collaboration between students, educators, and community leaders. ASEZ STAR continues to lead the charge in promoting positive change, reminding students that their voices and actions matter in the fight against school violence. Through initiatives such as this forum, they demonstrate that change begins with awareness, advocacy, and the courage to stand up for others. 0:24 – Welcome and Introduction 0:46 - Guest Speakers 1:09 – ASEZ STAR Choir Performance 1:33 – Closing Remarks

Sikukuu Ipi Inaleta Furaha na Tumaini Vilivyopelekea Uamsho wa Kanisa la Mapema? Siku ya Ufufuo ilionyesha uweza mkuu wa Kristo kwa kuvunja nguvu ya mauti kupitia kufufuka Kwake kutoka kwa wafu, na ikawa msingi wa uamsho wa Kanisa la mapema. Pia ni sikukuu ya furaha na tumaini vinavyotuwezesha kuishika imani yetu licha ya ukandamizaji na mateso makali. Waumini wa Kanisa la Mungu Wanaiadhimisha Siku ya Ufufuo kwa Matumaini yale yale kama Waumini wa Kanisa la Mapema Katika Siku ya Ufufuo, Mungu Anatoa tumaini lenye shangwe kwamba wale waliokufa katika Kristo watapata ufufuo mzuri na wale walio hai watabadilishwa ghafla. Hii ni Siku ya Ufufuo ya agano jipya inayoadhimishwa kulingana na mafundisho ya Kristo Ahnsahnghong na Mungu Mama. Basi kama tumehubiri ya kwamba Kristo alifufuliwa kutoka kwa wafu, mbona baadhi yenu mnasema hakuna ufufuo wa wafu? Lakini kama hakuna ufufuo wa wafu, basi hata Kristo hakufufuliwa. Tena ikiwa Kristo hakufufuliwa kutoka kwa wafu, kuhubiri kwetu kumekuwa ni bure na imani yenu ni batili. 1 Wakorintho 15:12–14

Siku ya Malimbuko Ikaanzishwa Ili Kufunua Ufufuo wa Yesu Kristo Waisraeli walipoingia Bahari ya Shamu walimwakilisha Yesu Akiingia kaburini, na Waisraeli kuvuka upande wa pili wa Bahari ya Shamu kulikuwa unabii wa ufufuo wa Yesu. Mungu Alianzisha Siku ya Malimbuko katika Agano la Kale ili kwamba tusisahau kazi hii. Kama Kanisa la Mapema, Siku ya Ufufuo, Sikukuu ya Matumaini, Imechorwa Katika Mioyo ya Waumini wa Kanisa la Mungu Kama vile Siku ya Malimbuko ilivyoadhimishwa katika Jumapili ya kwanza ifuatayo Pasaka na Sikukuu ya Mikate Isiyotiwa Chachu katika Agano la Kale, ufufuo wa Yesu, ambaye ni tunda la kwanza la wale waliolala, pia ulitokea siku ya Jumapili. Matokeo yake, watakatifu wa Kanisa la mapema walikuja kushikilia imani kwamba hata kama wakifa, wataishi tena, na sikuzote walipata shangwe katika kuhubiri habari za wokovu, wakisimama upande wa Mungu. Lakini kweli Kristo amefufuliwa kutoka kwa wafu, tunda la kwanza la wale wote waliolala. 1 Wakorintho 15:20 Wakati huo huo pazia la Hekalu likachanika vipande viwili, kuanzia juu hadi chini. Dunia ikatetemeka na miamba ikapasuka. Makaburi yakafunguka na miili ya watakatifu waliokuwa wamekufa ikafufuliwa. Wakatoka makaburini, na baada ya Yesu kufufuka, waliingia kwenye Mji Mtakatifu na kuwatokea watu wengi. Mathayo 27:51–53

New Windsor, NEW YORK — On January 26, 2025, ASEZ STAR hosted a teacher appreciation event to commemorate the UN International Day of Education. The event, held at the Church of God in New Windsor, NY, emphasized the importance of strong student-teacher relationships and honored local educators for their dedication. It included a presentation on ASEZ STAR’s ongoing campaigns and initiatives, along with a Bible seminar titled “The True Teacher.” Local educators, parents, and government officials came together to celebrate the community’s dedication to education. Assembly member Chris Eachus presented ASEZ STAR with a Certificate of Merit, recognizing their leadership and impact on the community. “I’m sorry. I’m sorry for the world that my generation left behind for you. I really am. We should have done much better for you and with you. And then I want to say thank you for taking this step to do this because it does need doing,” Eachus said, addressing the students directly. He continued by speaking to the parents and teachers, saying, “You must be so proud of every one of these students here. Young men and women doing this on their own, volunteering… it’s great. It’s wonderful.” Ethan Calle, a volunteer with ASEZ STAR, explained the event’s inspiration and its connection to the UN’s International Day of Education. “The UN has stated that education is the way to fulfill all of the Sustainable Development Goals, and that it’s through good educators that we can have good student-teacher relationships. We’re very blessed to have such amazing teachers in this area. Because of that, ASEZ STAR wants to honor them through this event,” he said. Raul Rodriguez, Assistant Principal at Cornwall Central High School, was invited by ASEZ STAR volunteers from his school. He was moved by the group’s numerous activities, stating, “I wish that all of our students were like them. Sadly, I think we have become apathetic as a community, as a society, and so just being a part of something greater than us is fantastic!”