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Union Vision Mission

From Korea and East Africa, expanding to the United States

Union Vision Mission was founded in the Republic of Korea in 2009. In East Africa we preach the Gospel, train pastors, and support the building of churches and Christian schools. Now we are bringing that mission to the United States.

Where we serve

Three places, one mission

Founded in Korea, serving in East Africa, and now expanding to the United States.

Where we work
  1. 01

    Expansion focus

    United States

    A registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Monterey Park, California, led from Los Angeles.

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  2. 02

    Where we began

    South Korea

    Union Vision Mission was founded in the Republic of Korea in 2009.

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  3. 03

    Since 2009

    East Africa

    Three churches, two schools and theology training in Kampala, Uganda, and a new church in Tanzania.

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Our ministries

What we do

Preaching the true Gospel of Jesus Christ is at the heart of everything we do.

All ministries
  • Workers clearing bricks and rubble on a church construction site
    01

    Church construction

    Building places of worship with local believers and communities.

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  • Theology students in blue shirts seated in rows in a church hall
    02

    Theology training

    Raising grounded, faithful, Spirit-led pastors and ministry workers.

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  • Students gathered on the school field in front of the secondary school building
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    Christian schools

    Quality education grounded in biblical values.

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Churches

Our churches in Kampala

Three congregations, the first founded in 2010.

All churches
  • Yellow multi-storey building with the Uganda Vision Church sign

    First branch, mother church · Est. 2010

    Uganda Vision Church

    Kiswa, Bugolobi, Kampala, Uganda

    The first branch of Union Vision Mission and the mother church of all Union Vision Mission churches in Uganda.

  • Exterior of Banda Vision Church with its name on the front wall

    Second branch · Est. 2016

    Banda Vision Church

    Banda, Nakawa Division, Kampala, Uganda

    The second branch of Union Vision Mission in Kampala, located in Banda near Kyambogo University. The church is dedicated to teaching, training and nurturing people to become strong disciples of faith, serving both the local community and campus students.

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  • Two-storey yellow church building with an outside staircase

    Third branch, base for missions · Est. 2019

    Nakawa Gijang Vision Church

    Butabika, Kampala, Uganda

    The third branch of Union Vision Mission churches, currently serving as the base for UVM's missions.

Events

Recent gatherings

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  1. Overseers Conference

    2 to 6 March 2026, 9:00 to 17:00Union Vision Podowon Church

    A gathering of pastors from across East Africa to encourage, equip and unite church leaders, with teaching sessions, workshops and fellowship.

  2. Graduation service

    18 January 2026, 9:00 to 17:00Podowon Church

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    International Conference

    Learning from the book of Romans.

  • Graduates in black gowns and caps holding red diploma folders on a lawn

    Graduation Ceremony

    UVM students in Kampala graduate from Evangelia University's degree programme in Theology, 2025.

  • A large crowd celebrating outside a church building with a cross on its front

    Tanzania Opening Ceremony

    The joy of opening a new church.

Portrait of Rev. Kim Jin Hyun

When you immerse yourself in the Word of God, you are invited to face your reality, and discover how faith builds bridges of hope for both spirit and community. Our mission is not just about buildings or programs, but about transforming hearts and empowering lives.

Rev. Kim Jin HyunOverseer and Spiritual Leader

Leadership

Who leads UVM

Meet the leadership
  1. Winston Ko

    President

    Los Angeles

  2. Joseph Xuan

    Director

    Los Angeles

  3. Rev. Kim Jin Hyun

    Overseer and Spiritual Leader

Questions

Frequently asked questions

All questions
What is Union Vision Mission?

Union Vision Mission (UVM) is a Christian mission founded in the Republic of Korea in 2009. It preaches the Gospel, trains pastors, and supports Evangelical churches and Christian schools in East Africa, and is now expanding to the United States.

When and where was UVM founded?

UVM was founded in 2009 in the Republic of Korea, and launched its mission operations in Uganda, East Africa, the same year.

Where does UVM work today?

UVM serves in East Africa, with three churches, two schools and a theology training ministry in Kampala, Uganda, and a new church opened in Tanzania. It was founded in South Korea, and in the United States it is a registered nonprofit based in Monterey Park, California, where it is expanding its work.

Is UVM a registered nonprofit in the United States?

Yes. Union Vision Mission is a 501(c)(3) public charity in the United States, EIN 82-1107325, recognised by the IRS in December 2018. Donations are tax deductible as allowed by law.

Who leads Union Vision Mission?

Winston Ko is President and Joseph Xuan is Director, both based in Los Angeles. Rev. Kim Jin Hyun is the overseer and spiritual leader.

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Help carry the mission to the United States