Passing of Our Beloved Second-Generation Brother, Nathaniel Hinkle

Our beloved second-generation brother, Nathaniel Hinkle, of the Philadelphia Family Church ascended to the Spirit World on Friday, October 7, in a tragic accident. Nathaniel, Nathan to all his family and friends, is a lively and passionate person who shared his free spirit and genuine nature with all who knew him. He has been a member of the Shehaqua Family Camp Community throughout his life, and has carried the heart and sincerity of this culture in everything he did.

He is survived by his parents Geoffrey and Claire Hinkle, his blessed sisters and their families: Leighton, Crescentia and Rose DeGoede, Victor and Laura Cordero, his brother Joseph Hinkle, and his grandfather Gerald Hinkle (93).

The unexpected passing of someone so young is always going to cause us a great deal of somber reflection, and the family will need all of our prayer and support during this important and special time. Let us all pray for his victorious transition to a glorious new life in the spiritual world, knowing with certainty that our True Father and so many saints are waiting for him with hearts open and arms wide.

Following is a biography from Nathan’s father and information about the Seonghwa ceremony.

Dr. Ki Hoon Kim Continental Director

Dr. Michael Balcomb President

The Victorious Life of Nathaniel Li Hinkle April 30, 1996 - October 7, 2016

Nathaniel Li Hinkle unexpectedly passed into the spirit world Friday morning, October 7, 2016.

Heaven was probably ready for Nathan last February when he nearly died in circumstances resulting from an unexpected brain chemistry imbalance. From that time on he made steady progress in a heroic effort to recover. This gave us the blessing of being able to share almost another year of love with him. However, early Friday morning after work, it seems there was a sudden relapse in his condition, and he unintentionally fell to his death from a very high cell tower. The outpouring of love and respect for Nathan since his passing has been overwhelming and awe-inspiring.

One constant throughout Nathan’s life was the Shehaqua Family Camp community and culture. Although 20 years old when he passed, Nathan attended the Family camp every year for 22 years! … this is not a typo. The shim jung network of

friends from Shehaqua and his NGA experiences is a truly beautiful and hopeful thing to see.

Ever since he was young, Nathan has had an innocent passion for life and an ability to self-learn very complex things quickly, such as the advanced Rubik’s Cubes and creating micro magnet polyhedrons. He devoured books rapidly, and was passionate about developing his mind, health and spirituality. Especially in the latter years of his life, he strove to make Unification ideals a personal reality. He really enjoyed engaging others in deep questions, taking time for reflection, and modeling the Eckert Toll practice of mindfulness and being present. Anyone who observed him close his eyes as he slowly savored each bite of a meal, is prone to smile.

As Nathan was growing up he was exceptionally “well adjusted”. He easily endeared himself to his older siblings’ friends and seemed to thrive in the “younger brother” positions, rather than being intimidated by age differences. He was unusually free to talk to us as parents about anything he was going through; things most teenagers wouldn’t consider.

He also became an older brother to many, and had an inner peace and self-esteem that he enthusiastically conveyed to others. His mediums to do this were Parkour, beat box, dancing, and just being silly. Not always the most refined arts but done with an intense freedom of spirit… even shock and awe… partly to help others to get beyond their inhibitions and limitations. Nathan envisioned a world where everyone was free to be their true selves and express themselves fully, and lived his life accordingly.

His NextGen Academy experiences, especially in Africa, were a real catalyst to allow Nathan to discover an even more profound level of genuineness and his unique value.

Nathan is survived by his parents Geoffrey and Claire Hinkle, his Blessed sisters and their families: Leighton, Crescentia and Rose DeGoede, Victor and Laura Cordero, his brother Joseph Hinkle, and Grandfather Gerald Hinkle (93).

He will continue to love you all dearly, and make you smile from time to time.

Seonghwa Ceremony

Nathan’s Seonghwa will take place on Saturday, October 15, at the Scottish Rite Cathedral:

310 South 7th Ave, Reading , PA 19611

The Viewing will take place from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

The Seonghwa Service will begin at 3:30 p.m.

A Dinner Reception will start at 5:30 p.m.

Flower can be delivered to Scottish Rite Cathedral.

For more information and to register your attendance, please see: www,eventbrite.com/e/nathaniel- hinkles-memorial-seonghwa-service-registration-28540634807