Seosomun Presbyterian Church

Seosomun Church(서소문교회) is a church located in Seosomun-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea

Founding

In 1946, the church was founded by a refugee from North Korea, Rev. Kim Dong-chul. He was martyred during the Korean War in 1950, in other words, during the capture of Seoul. He refused to take refuge in the southern areas, and was killed by the Army of DPRK.

1950-70

Second Pastor Seo Keumchan served this church.

Present

For 70 years, this church has grown at the Central Business District, heart of Seoul with great reformed church tradition and modern culture. Right now, Rev. Lee Kyungwook serves this church as a Senior Pastor.

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