二零二五年最後一季閃亮登場
English version is below^^, after the Mandarin Chinese. This time, the translation is completely from Chat GPT due to time constraint!!!
Thank you, Chat GPT!!!
Thank you all for your time!!!
活動簡述
時間：二○二五年十月二十六號星期天上午十一點整開始
地點：新竹縣新豐鄉建興路618號
(可自行趨車前往或與我們連繫，於抵達「新豐火車站」後安排接泊事宜)
活動名稱：閃閃亮亮聚會
聚會目的：將就本年度及來年之國際服務和旅遊活動進行面對面的意見交換
活動型式：西方文化中流行的POTLUCK PARTY(即每位參與者攜帶一樣食品)
此型式源起於我們過去的歡樂經驗值，大夥一塊兒同樂、同享、談天說地!!!
活動源起及背後小故事：
承蒙今夏優秀的台灣朋友們赴肯亞探訪、再訪、以及服務，當地人士非常感動之餘，返台後我們還有幸會見表現傑出者的恩師，了解充滿愛心的教師在傳道、授業、解惑的過程中，如何將叛逆學生的行徑徹底扭轉，除萬分感沛之外，經年累月亦於當地服務的印尼方面，在透過相關報告及分享而得知細節後，亦誠摯邀請台灣朋友於2026年寒假進行觀光服務之旅。
許多人會將此種行程視為「國際志工」，不過「從來沒有經歷過此種國際行程者」，或者可以考慮從純粹觀光的角度出發，投入一些相等同於至世上任何觀光地點遊山玩水的心神，了解當地風土民情，未來若有機會「再度到訪」時，則可視種種條件於可能的情況下，「繼續針對貧窮人口及物種」等施力，例如貧富差異、或者知識在取得過程中的差異，會給不同地區的不同人們，帶來怎樣的衝擊等等。
這種歷程對我們的好處是什麼呢?
坦白說，「魔鬼藏在細節裡」的種種面向，說之不盡；舉例而言，一位白人朋友明明可以選擇在歐美地區發展，怎麼會在大學學歷一拿到就「衝回」非洲大陸，不但於各國進行其專業工程相關工作，還同時行善呢?
其背後的故事竟然是他的白種人父母當年由於進入非洲大陸工作，所以此人從小常常出入非洲大陸，完全不感到當地的貧窮或者疾病是眼下他在生活上、以及工作上的問題。此種行止所開拓的眼界非凡之外，造究他可在世界各地來去自如的可能~~~
而當筆者所教過的學生已經成家立業，在面對諸多事務的心態與洞見上，有著不同凡響的應對進退時，也很容易推知「有這樣表現的學生多半歷經長時間的服務經驗值堆疊」，才能有著超乎常人的表現。
誠然，進行服務工作的目的不是為了嘩眾取寵，也不是為求脫離苦海；更進一步說，如果服務工作的本身要帶有目的性的話，那麼它的實質價值與意義其實較不容易獲得彰顯。只是，在茫茫人海中有定見而不突兀、有能力卻不燥進，這份透過其他方式不易取得的修為，則是透過服務工作所帶來的意外之喜了!!!
活動前相關事宜：
RSVP—如能大駕光臨，敬請先行告知~~~無甚感謝喲^^
以下是上述內容的英文翻譯版本：
**Event Overview**
**Date and Time:**
Sunday, October 26, 2025 — starting at 11:00 a.m. sharp
**Location:**
No. 618, Jianxing Road, Xinfeng Township, Hsinchu County
(Participants may drive there on their own, or contact us to arrange pick-up service from *Xinfeng Train Station*.)
**Event Name:**
**Shining Gathering** ✨
**Purpose of the Gathering:**
To exchange ideas in person regarding this year’s and next year’s international service and travel programs.
**Event Format:**
A *Potluck Party* — a popular style of gathering in Western culture, where each participant brings one dish to share.
This format originated from our joyful past experiences, where everyone eats, laughs, chats, and enjoys the day together!
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### **Background and the Story Behind the Event**
This summer, a group of outstanding Taiwanese friends visited, revisited, and volunteered in Kenya. Their efforts deeply moved the local community. Upon returning to Taiwan, we were honored to meet the mentor of one of these remarkable participants—a compassionate teacher whose patience and dedication transformed the behavior of a once-rebellious student.
In addition, our friends in Indonesia, who have been engaged in long-term service work there, were touched by these reports and heartfelt stories. After learning more details through HOPE’s sharing, they sincerely invited Taiwanese friends to join a **service and sightseeing journey** during the 2026 winter break.
Many people might consider such a trip to be an “international volunteer experience.” However, for those who have **never participated** in such journeys before, it might be more suitable to begin from a *sightseeing perspective*—to travel with an open heart, just as one would when visiting any other destination, while also observing and understanding the local way of life.
Later, upon revisiting, one may—depending on personal or family circumstances—choose to focus efforts on issues such as poverty, conservation, or education. Experiencing firsthand how disparities in wealth or access to knowledge affect people in different regions can be deeply eye-opening.
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### **What Benefits Do We Gain from Such Experiences?**
Frankly speaking, “the devil is in the details.” There are countless examples—take one of our European friends, for instance. Though he could have easily pursued a career in Europe or America, he chose instead to return to Africa immediately after earning his university degree, engaging in engineering projects across various countries while also dedicating himself to charitable work.
The reason behind this? His parents, both of European descent, had worked in Africa when he was young. Having grown up frequently in and around the continent, he never saw poverty or disease as obstacles in life or work. This upbringing not only broadened his horizons but also granted him the freedom and confidence to navigate the world with ease.
Similarly, when we see former students—now professionals with families—demonstrating maturity, insight, and composure beyond their years, it becomes clear that such qualities often stem from long-term engagement in service experiences.
Indeed, the purpose of service work is neither to attract attention nor to escape hardship. If service itself carries a personal agenda, its true meaning may be harder to realize. Yet, in this vast sea of humanity, being steadfast without arrogance, capable yet humble—this inner cultivation, often difficult to gain through other means, is precisely the *unexpected joy* that service brings.
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**Before the Event:**
**RSVP** — If you are able to join us, please kindly let us know in advance.
We’ll be most grateful for your reply! ^^
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