Korean Buildings

New Buildings for ASC Korean Ministry The ASCs in Korea are building two new buildings in a rural area on the edge of Masan: a Central House and the World of Light House. The Central House will be a stable "home base" for the community. It is also build to accommodate persons coming for day programs as well as extended retreats. For many years the Sisters have assisted small groups with prayer and reflection, so this is a natural extension of their ministry. An interesting fact about the chapel is their planning for the future. Because of the shortage of land in Korea, cremations are becoming more frequent. Behind the altar, in what we would consider the sacristy area, are niches in the wall where the Sisters' ashes will be kept. The World of Light house replaces an older and much remodeled structure in Masan. That area of the city is changing from a residential area to a business and shopping zone. The new building will accommodate a few more girls, but they want to keep the number small enough so there is a feeling of "home." The girls are generally from single-parent families, blended families, or families that are no longer intact. While there is growing equality in a culture where boys were favored, girls are frequently not accepted by step-mothers. The girls stay with the Sisters until they are 18. The older girls attend high school in Masan and the younger girls attend school in a nearby town. Click here for Pictures from the Dedication
Central House	Central House Entrance
Chapel (unfinished)	Meditation Chapel ready for Mass
House of Light	House of Light as seen from Central House

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