Unification Church, also known as the Holy Spirit Association for the Unification of World Christianity, has been a controversial religious movement since its inception in South Korea in 1954. There are several synonyms for the Unification Church, including the Family Federation for World Peace and Unification, the Unification movement, and the Moonies (a term coined by the media due to the founder's surname, Sun Myung Moon). The Unification Church follows the teachings of Sun Myung Moon, emphasizing the unity of all religions and promoting world peace. Despite its controversial history and varying opinions, the Unification Church and its synonyms continue to attract followers worldwide.