Moonies (Unification Church)

The Moonies is a nickname for members of the Unification Church, a religious movement founded in South Korea in 1954 by Reverend Sun Myung Moon. The church teaches that Moon is the messianic figure tasked with completing Jesus’ unfinished work, emphasizing mass wedding ceremonies and the importance of family and global peace. The movement blends Christian teachings with unique doctrines, and its practices often involve elaborate rituals and communal activities. While controversial at times, it has attracted followers worldwide and promotes values like unity, family, and spiritual awakening.