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Korean Church Community Intercedes on Behalf of America and Korea
The Korean church community in Southern California gathered at Junimseun Church on May 4 to observe the National Day of Prayer (NDOP). An estimated 47,000 gatherings took place across the nation in observance of the 66th National Day of Prayer, under the theme, “For Your Great Name’s sake! Hear … 
The Secret to People Who Are Able to 'Bounce Back' from Failures
I have been thinking and learning a lot during my short visit to the motherland. I learned especially a lot through a documentary film about the beautiful life of Missionary Seo-Pyeong Seo (Elisabeth J. Shepping). 
Seven Habits of Long-Tenured Pastors
I have been following these long-tenured pastors for years. And I have seen consistently seven patterns, or habits, in their lives. 
Collegians Glean from the ‘Solas’ of the Protestant Reformation at the SOLA Conference
Hundreds of college students from more than 40 churches in Southern California gathered in Artesia from April 28 to 29 for the fifth annual SOLA Conference. More than a dozen pastors from several different churches work together to organize the conference for college students each year. 
Annual Christian Dance Showcase Aims to Platform Talents for the Glory of God
For the fifth time, dozens of Christian dancers in Southern California will gather and showcase their dancing talent at Rise Up, a Christian dance showcase. This year’s showcase will take place on May 27 at the Marsee Auditorium in El Camino College. Russia Included for the First Time in U.S. List of Countries With Most Severe Religious Persecution
For the first time, Russia has been included in a list of countries noted for the most severe persecution against religious minorities compiled by a religious freedom commission in the U.S. 
Supreme Court Dismisses Challenge to California’s ‘Gay Conversion Therapy’ Ban
The Supreme Court rejected a request by a Christian minister and therapist to consider a case against a ban on the so-called gay conversion therapy in the state of California. 
Pastor Kim's Daily Prayer: Allow Us to Hold on to Your Promise and Follow You at All Times
Thank You for allowing us to realize that we face hurtful consequences when we turn away from You. Allow us to repent for our sins and walk towards You. 
United Methodist Court Rules Consecrating Openly Gay Bishop Is Violation of Church Law
The United Methodist Church’s highest court ruled on Friday that consecrating a practicing gay bishop is a violation of the denomination’s law. 
North Korea Freedom Week: 'Information from the Outside Is Shortcut to Freedom'
As the 14th annual North Korea Freedom Week has been taking place in Washington, D.C., a ‘World Congress of North Korean Defectors’ convened at the National Press Club on April 27, from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM, during which speakers agreed that consistently inputting information into North Korea is … Pastor Kim's Daily Prayer: Help Us to Be Good, Honest People Who Seek Your Kingdom
Thank You for checking up on our scale of lying and deceiving. We want to be honest people who gain profits through our own sweat, and living in the fear of the Lord. Help us to survive this world that considers wealth and power as the most valuable things. The Deep-Rooted Life Cultivated Through Seasons of Wavering
You must stop for a while when you experience violent wavering in your life. When you are violently wavering, you must follow God’s guidance as if you were following the instructions of the captain on an airplane. Just as you leave everything to the captain on the plane, you must leave everything … Ten Common Sentiments Pastors Wish They Could Express
I love pastors. I respect pastors. No, they aren’t perfect. Indeed, they often have many struggles and challenges. As I reviewed the thousands of comments I have heard from pastors, I began to see a pattern of silent expressions. 
Vision Care Services to Offer Free Eye Screenings and Surgeries for Los Angeles Residents
Vision Care Service, an international relief organization, and Hwarang Leo Club, will be hosting its eighth Free Eye Camp on April 29 at the Los Angeles Korean Consulate General, from 9 AM to 1 PM. 
Korean American United Methodists Deliberate Issue of Homosexuality at Annual National Gathering
As the United Methodist Church (UMC) is considering whether it will change its stance on homosexuality, Korean American clergy and lay members discussed how they have been dealing with that very issue during the annual Korean Association of United Methodists (KAUM) Annual Convocation, which is takin…
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