DLGP

Doctor of Leadership in Global Perspectives: Crafting Ministry in an Interconnected World

Experiencing South Korea

By: on September 10, 2012

In my 10-day immersion into South Korean culture, I learned that not only are the flavors of Kimchie varied, but, on a heavier note, I was exposed to the deep pain the country has experienced. Similar to the suffering of the children of Israel as Egyptian slaves, the South Koreans endured brutal treatment from the…

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Redefining the Paradigm of Ministry #dminlgp #seoul advance

By: on September 6, 2012

Pastor Charles Kim when making his presentation described the characteristics of this generation in three words: Sensual, Immediacy, and Permissive.    As I reflected on those three words they were more than just characteristics.   To me, it implies a value – system or a worldview by which this generation organizes life and decisions.   I realized that…

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World Culture, Church and Leadership

By: on September 5, 2012

“World culture, church and leadership – Our three big areas of focus”  Jason Clark Someone once said, “A journey of a thousand miles begins with the first step.”  A three year journey has been initiated and, as with any journey of long distances, excitement, anxiousness, questions of stamina, questions of sanity, curiosity and the joy…

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I Was A Skeptic At First, But These Miracles Work

By: on September 5, 2012

Or so says the band The Hold Steady… (My apologies to everyone, but I am kind of a pop-culture and music freak, so I tend to think in lyrics or movies.) Arriving in Seoul, South Korea was a pilgrimage of sorts for me, and not just for the amazing food.  For a long time, I…

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“Lasting Impressions” The Korean Advance

By: on September 5, 2012

It has been said that first impressions linger or that you can’t change them. However, after being in Seoul Korea for the past several days, it is my belief that first impressions are just that, a first impression. As I have given much thought about what to write or how I should approach this post,…

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Reconciling the DMZ

By: on September 5, 2012

Entering the De-militarized Zone I felt a combination of curiosity and “fear”. As we went past the South Korean guards, a sense of excitement rose. This place could become a war zone again. The DMZ is a monument to the fact that there is a tense relationship between North and South Korea, demonstrating an uneasy…

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Leadership DNA: Passing It On?

By: on September 5, 2012

As I reflect about our Korean Advance, I am impressed by the impact Christian Missionary leaders had on Korea. Starting in the late 1800s, missionaries came primarily from the USA and England. They opened hospitals, schools and churches. They translated the Bible into the Korean alphabet which at the time was only used by the…

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Reflections on Korea #Seoul Advance

By: on September 5, 2012

A few years ago a trusted mentor shared with me an insight from his years traveling abroad.  He said, “When you travel to a new continent or culture you learn a tremendous amount about that particular region and people group, but you will learn even more about where you are from.” My time in Korea…

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reflection of Korea

By: on September 5, 2012

The Korean man and his wife wanted us “to feel their hearts.”  And so, they took us on a tour of the Daejeon metropolis of Korea.  The salt and pepper haired 40-ish man was on a mission to show us the things he loved about Korea.  All five of us hopped in a church van…

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What Kind of Missionary Will I Be?

By: on September 3, 2012

I’ve had a hard time deciding what to blog about for this entry. I could write on what I learned about the history of Christianity in Korea (did you know Korean Christianity is only about 120 years old?), or current issues (decline in membership) facing the Korean church. All of these topics would merit a post to themselves,…

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Soul Advance

By: on September 3, 2012

Korea and the rapidly growing church was on the lips of every notable Christian leader in my country during my early days of ministry.   I remember often praying for the ‘spirit of revival sweeping across Korea’ to break out on our nation too.  Little did I understand that the answer to that prayer could only…

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Korea Advance Reflections

By: on September 3, 2012

The South Korea advance was a time of refreshment and frustration.  For someone like me who has been journeying, trying new directions in faith, our time together was wonderful.  I felt a true camaraderie among the students and with those that led the Advance.  It was freeing to hear of the different places in which…

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Faith and Works #seouladvance #lgpdmin

By: on August 28, 2012

The extent of human hopelessness and suffering screened today on the North Korean situation is unfathomable. It broke my heart. But I know that every hopelessness can be redeemed through Christ. While social action stems from this conviction, often it seems the actual presentation of the Gospel is diluted and emphasis laid on ‘works’. Ms.…

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Balancing Act

By: on August 27, 2012

Yesterday I visited Yoido Full Gospel church in Seoul, Korea. What impressed me was the intensity with with they prayed. The energy of a church of thousands praying together is admirable. Today as we talked with Korean pastors, the importance of spiritual formation came up. This is needed in order to preserve and strengthen churches.…

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Work Hard to Burn…Out!

By: on August 27, 2012

One of the comments Dr. Daniel Dongwon Lee shared in his presentation that relates to my work is the “Balance in work and rest” issue.It is too easy to wake up in the morning and my first action is to check my emails on my IPhone. Technology significantly increases our work load and the pressure…

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