2020.06.09 14:44
On March 5, 2017, KAARI commemorated the 98th Anniversary of the
March 1 Korea Independence Movement at the Way of Life Church. Angela Sharkey
sang the Korean and American National Anthem. The student secretary, Yumin
Jung, and a member of the Church, Hyeonkyung Jung, read "The Declaration
of Korea independence."
Boston Consul General Sungjun Eom gave a remark. In his speech,
he mentioned his visit to Portsmouth City, New Hampshire, on February 23 and
emphasized the importance of remembering Korea's independence. Pastor Youngju Woo
delivered a special lecture on "The Succession of 3.1 Movement Spirit and
the Role of Immigration Society". He emphasized the participation of
immigrants and religious people during the Movement. Lastly, the chairman of
the KAARI Senior Association, Dongseok Ok, led the shouting of "Korea
Independence and forever." After the ceremony, all community members
shared food prepared by the KAARI team and the Way of Life Church.