Pastoral

Ordinand Sept 2021 to June 2023

Holy Trinity Clapham and St Mellitus College, London.

Trained for ordained ministry in the Church of England.
Preached to diverse segments of the congregation of across a spectrum of ages, socio-economic backgrounds, and ecclesial traditions.
Assisted in creating a church leadership development course.
Engaged with outreach and pastoral ministry among vulnerable members of the community, including leading an outreach offering dinner and a warm space for vulnerably housed people.
Started a growing bible study for Spanish speakers.
Collaborated effectively and creatively with a large and capable staff at one of the larger and younger churches in urban London, that was once the church of William Wilberforce and the Clapham Sect.
Served in both high church and low church liturgical traditions.

Pastor of the English-Speaking Congregation Oct 2015 to Sept 2017

Naperville Korean First Presbyterian Church—Naperville, IL, USA

Fostered healthy intergenerational and interethnic relationships within a predominantly Korean immigrant community as an ethnic outsider.
Organized, scheduled, and supervised events with staff and volunteer workers.
Prepared, researched in the original languages, and preached weekly talks covering biblical interpretation, Christian theology, and socio-cultural critique.
Counselled students dealing with sensitive welfare issues.

Pastor of Youth and University Students (Aged 12-23 yrs.) May 2013 to Sept 2015

Canaan Church—Buffalo Grove, IL, USA

Preached weekly exegetical sermons developed from the original language and optimised for a student audience and issues.
Coordinated and scheduled volunteers for weekly services.
Mentored and supported students in basic decision-making, especially concerning how their academic choices related to their future careers.
Cultivated a student community of mutual responsibility and inclusion.
Supervised student events, maintaining good order and enforcing safe conduct.

Pastor of Children and Youth (Students Aged 5-19 yrs.) Jan 2011 to May 2013

Lord’s Love Community Church—Buffalo Grove, IL, USA

Coordinated events and cooperative projects between Lord’s Love Community Church (a congregation of Korean immigrants) and a Monte de Sion (a congregation of Hispanic immigrants).
Authorized the use of space for various requested student activities.
Prescribed institutional safety policies for the students and children.
Taught children and students with learning disabilities passages from the Scriptures and the basics of the life of faith in God.

Pastor of Children (Students Aged 5-12) Sept 2008 to Dec 2010

Lord’s Love Community Church—Buffalo Grove, IL, USA

Trained volunteers to teach and supervise children.
Communicated with senior staff and parents to keep them well-informed about special events as well as regular activities.
Secured the premises after the cessation of weekly activities.
Gave age-appropriate talks using Scripture covering the basics of Christian faith and discipleship.