August 8, 2024 – Cornerstone Global Academy (CGA) proudly celebrated the groundbreaking ceremony for its new “Cornerstone” Hall, marking a significant development in the school’s mission to enhance its educational facilities. The ceremony, held on the CGA campus, was attended by a diverse group of stakeholders, including CGA leaders, teachers, staff, students, parents, and distinguished guests from Korea. The construction of the new hall is set to begin immediately, with completion expected by April next year, just in time for the new academic year.
The ceremony began with a welcoming message and an opening worship session. Pastor Buil Jun led the prayer, followed by a sermon from Pastor Hyojin Chunng, who expressed hope that the new CGA building would “help establish a new generation firmly in this land and that through this building, God’s protection will be even more evident within our community.” Following the spiritual segment, Mr. Younggyu Lee, the Founder of K-Eduplex, delivered a greeting message emphasizing the importance of the new hall in CGA’s future.
The highlight of the ceremony was the official groundbreaking, marked by the ceremonial shoveling of sand. This symbolic act was performed by CGA’s Principal, Vice Director, Founder, architect, Mr. Hyunmoon Cho (who is also the primary donor for the hall), CGA’s chaplain, and a selected student. This act signified the official start of construction. In addition, a traditional Indonesian nasi tumpeng cutting ceremony was conducted, symbolizing prosperity and blessings for the new project.
Adding a special touch to the occasion was a performance by Psalm Jong Shim, a renowned Korean saxophonist known for his versatility in classical, jazz, pop, and CCM genres. His music, which has been a source of inspiration for many, filled the air and added a celebratory atmosphere to the event. Notably, he is also the composer of the instrumental version of the CGA song.
As construction of the “Cornerstone” Hall begins, CGA is set to enter a new phase of growth and development. The new facility is expected to enhance the educational environment and contribute significantly to the school’s future success.
