CURRENT ANNOUNCEMENTS
Thriving Immigrant Congregations Initiative
RE-Posted May 6, 2021
A few months ago, the Hiebert Center for World Christianity and Global Theology (of TEDS) received a generous grant from the Lilly Endowment to launch a five-year project called "Thriving Immigrant Congregations Initiative" (TICI). This project aims to form a learning community of 15 immigrant congregations that would address the following two significant challenges many are facing: (1) developing an effective and lasting partnership between first-generation leaders/members and their second-generation counterparts, and (2) serving and reaching out to their surrounding communities, including those that are beyond their ethnic boundaries. A copy of the TICI application packet that offers a fuller description of this pilot project can be found in the below pdf packet.
For this first cohort learning community, those congregations that are located in the Midwest and East Coast regions of the U.S. are targeted. Interested congregations should indicate their intent via "Intent Form" by May 31st. And submission of the the full application should be completed via "Full Application" by June 30th.
For this first cohort learning community, those congregations that are located in the Midwest and East Coast regions of the U.S. are targeted. Interested congregations should indicate their intent via "Intent Form" by May 31st. And submission of the the full application should be completed via "Full Application" by June 30th.
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EXPIRED ANNOUNCEMENTS
Lived Theology in Asian America: Race, Justice, and Politics in Transpacific Context
Posted April 13, 2021
"Rising anti-Asian racism in the United States and ongoing debates over race have sparked critical reflection on Asian Americans' role and responsibility in domestic politics. On April 23-24, join the Asian American Program for the 2021 Asian American Theology Conference. This virtual conference centers the experiences of Asian American Christian communities, using historical, sociological, and ethnographic tools to examine how Asian American Christians creatively engage race, justice, and politics from a transpacific perspective.
Venue: Online
Dates: April 23-24, 2021
Time: Generally 9 am to 4 pm
All are welcome and registration is free!”
To register for the conference or for more information (e.g. speakers, schedule) visit the conference WEBSITE
Venue: Online
Dates: April 23-24, 2021
Time: Generally 9 am to 4 pm
All are welcome and registration is free!”
To register for the conference or for more information (e.g. speakers, schedule) visit the conference WEBSITE
Installation of Pastor Kevin Liu
Posted October 26, 2019
On Saturday, Oct 26 Pastor Kevin Liu will be installed as the English Pastor of Chinese Conservative Baptist Church (103 Madison Street, New York). The service will take place from 5 pm to 7 pm followed by a celebration dinner. Dr. Stanley John, Director of Missions & Intercultural Studies of Alliance Theological Seminary will guest speak.
If interested in attending, respond by October 23 to this EMAIL.
If interested in attending, respond by October 23 to this EMAIL.
Monk At Sunset by John L. Ng
Posted April 20, 2018
Our favorite retreated former cleric and seminary professor John L. Ng has flourished as an amateur Traditional Chinese Brush Artist. He paints for the sole purpose of contemplative solitude. But, his contemplation paintings have proven to be profitable as those who have seen his work are eager to purchase his works. To see and possibly purchase one of his paintings, [CLICK HERE]. John is now baring his talents and gifts in the arena of writing. John's book, Monk At Sunset, is about self-recovery and self-discovery and is available in paperback on Amazon. To see the book or acquire a copy, [CLICK HERE].
ISAAC INTERNSHIP OPEN HOUSE
Posted Jul 28, 2017
The ISAAC Summer Ministry Internship program has been postponed to next summer 2018. Instead, an Open House will be held on Saturday morning, August 12th at Living Stone Christian Church in Livingston, NJ. Rides will be provided from Chinatown, NYC and Flushing, Queens. Former interns will come and share about the program as well as a mentoring pastor. Any pastor or church leader interested in having an intern for next summer should attend as well as any college, graduate or seminary student looking for a ministry internship. On-site meet and greet interviews will be held as feasible. For more information and details go to the ISSAC EAST website or email Pastor Milton.
Summer Ministry Internships Available
Posted May 22, 2017
ISAAC East is pleased to announce that it has received a grant to fund five ministry internships this summer beginning in mid-June for the New York and New Jersey metro area. This program is for college-aged young adults who are considering pursuing full-time ministry in the future. Summer interns will get hands-on ministry experience and mentorship throughout the 8-week process either in their own local church or another ministry placement. Accepted applicants will receive a stipend of $1500 as well as subsidies for travel, food and books. For further details and an application, visit Isaac or contact Pastor Milton. The application deadline is June 15th, but the sooner the better
Traditional Chinese Brush Art Exhibit by John L. Ng
Posted February 23, 2016
John L. Ng, who is this website’s distinguished movie and book critic, is also known to many of us as a former parish cleric and seminary professor. John has now unmasked another dimension of his complex persona, Traditional Chinese Brush virtuoso. The exhibit of his Traditional Chinese Brush Art paintings will be shown at The Valley Cottage Library, 110 Route 303, Valley Cottage, Rockland County, New York. The exhibit will run from April 2 to April 27. The library hours are Mon-Thu: 10 am to 9 pm; Fri & Sat: 10 am to 5 pm and Sunday: 12 pm to 4 pm. If after seeing the exhibit you wish to say something to John, you can email him here.
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Chinese American Citizens Alliance Contest
Posted February 17, 2016
Chinese American Citizens Alliance (CACA) is holding a national-wide Essay Contest on March 5th, 2016, 1:00pm-3:00pm for high school students currently in 9-12th grade.
The essay contest is intended to foster creative thinking and self-expression and encourage an awareness of current local and world events. Top placing finishers receive cash scholarship towards their education endeavors.
Participants are asked to compose an essay in English not to exceed 500 words on a contemporary topic concerning the Chinese and Asian American communities. The essay topic is given at the time of the contest.
First Prize: $1,000 and Certificate
Second Prize: $700 and Certificate
Third Prize: $500 and Certificate
10 Awards of Merit: $100 and Certificate
Please visit CACA National Headquarter website for more detailed contest information.
New York Contest Location:
First Chinese Baptist Church
21 Pell Street, New York, NY 10013
To register for New York Contest
New Jersey Contest Location:
Rockaway Township Public Library
61 Mt Hope Road, Rockaway, NJ 07866
To register for New Jersey Contest
About Chinese American Citizens Alliance
CACA was established more than 100 years ago. It's mission statement is to empower Chinese Americans by promoting the highest ethics and morals, by practicing and defending American citizenship in its fullest rights and responsibilities, by observing respectfully American patriotism, by preserving historical and cultural traditions, and by providing youth leadership and community learning through education.
The purpose of the national-wide contest is to provide students an opportunity for self-expression and stimulate creative thought. Furthermore, to educate students on the cultural heritage and the contributions of Chinese Americans, and to promote better understanding of cultural diversity and improve racial harmony among the many diverse groups in this country.
CACA is an invaluable community that we can be more involved in and encourage our kids to participate in. Please follow the links before for
Chinese American Citizen Alliance national headquarter
CACA Wikipedia page
The essay contest is intended to foster creative thinking and self-expression and encourage an awareness of current local and world events. Top placing finishers receive cash scholarship towards their education endeavors.
Participants are asked to compose an essay in English not to exceed 500 words on a contemporary topic concerning the Chinese and Asian American communities. The essay topic is given at the time of the contest.
First Prize: $1,000 and Certificate
Second Prize: $700 and Certificate
Third Prize: $500 and Certificate
10 Awards of Merit: $100 and Certificate
Please visit CACA National Headquarter website for more detailed contest information.
New York Contest Location:
First Chinese Baptist Church
21 Pell Street, New York, NY 10013
To register for New York Contest
New Jersey Contest Location:
Rockaway Township Public Library
61 Mt Hope Road, Rockaway, NJ 07866
To register for New Jersey Contest
About Chinese American Citizens Alliance
CACA was established more than 100 years ago. It's mission statement is to empower Chinese Americans by promoting the highest ethics and morals, by practicing and defending American citizenship in its fullest rights and responsibilities, by observing respectfully American patriotism, by preserving historical and cultural traditions, and by providing youth leadership and community learning through education.
The purpose of the national-wide contest is to provide students an opportunity for self-expression and stimulate creative thought. Furthermore, to educate students on the cultural heritage and the contributions of Chinese Americans, and to promote better understanding of cultural diversity and improve racial harmony among the many diverse groups in this country.
CACA is an invaluable community that we can be more involved in and encourage our kids to participate in. Please follow the links before for
Chinese American Citizen Alliance national headquarter
CACA Wikipedia page
For All English Ministry Pastoral Staff members serving a Chinese Church in North America
Posted September 23, 2015
Are you a pastoral staff member at a Chinese church in North America who primarily ministers in English? Would you like to help with a study that can boost the health of Chinese churches in America?
If so, please take a few minutes to complete the survey at the link below. Each completed survey will be entered into a drawing for a $50 Amazon gift code.
SURVEY LINK
There is no obligation to participate, but your help would be greatly appreciated. The absolute maximum time your participation will take is 15-20 minutes. The survey itself will take about 5-10 minutes. If you are unfamiliar with your Myers-Briggs personality temperament, it may take an additional 10 minutes.
Your answers will be confidential and will be grouped with all others who respond in order to draw some general conclusions about the correlation between a long ministry tenure and Myers-Briggs (Kiersey) personality temperament.
Please forward this message to other English-speaking ministers at Chinese American churches. Youth and children's ministers are eligible, as long as they primarily minister in English.
Thank you very much!
Daniel K. Eng
Talbot School of Theology
If so, please take a few minutes to complete the survey at the link below. Each completed survey will be entered into a drawing for a $50 Amazon gift code.
SURVEY LINK
There is no obligation to participate, but your help would be greatly appreciated. The absolute maximum time your participation will take is 15-20 minutes. The survey itself will take about 5-10 minutes. If you are unfamiliar with your Myers-Briggs personality temperament, it may take an additional 10 minutes.
Your answers will be confidential and will be grouped with all others who respond in order to draw some general conclusions about the correlation between a long ministry tenure and Myers-Briggs (Kiersey) personality temperament.
Please forward this message to other English-speaking ministers at Chinese American churches. Youth and children's ministers are eligible, as long as they primarily minister in English.
Thank you very much!
Daniel K. Eng
Talbot School of Theology
Micah Groups
Posted December 12, 2014
Micah Groups are forming in New York City under the leadership of Sam D. Kim of 180 Church in partnership with Lloyd Ogilvie Institute’s of Preaching at Fuller Seminary.
A Micah Group a small group of diverse (e.g. culture, ethnicity, gender, etc.) preachers who meet monthly or bimonthly to grow together in their preaching wisdom, reflection and ability.
Several slots are available for Asian American candidates. If you are interested please contact Sam directly at: samdkim.180@gmail.com.
A few Scholarships are available.
For more information about the Micah group, click here:
http://www.brehmcenter.com/initiatives/ogilvieinstitute/micah_groups/
Dmin and Master credits are extended for those the group as well.
http://www.brehmcenter.com/initiatives/ogilvieinstitute/micah_groups/ce-and-d.min-credit/
A Micah Group a small group of diverse (e.g. culture, ethnicity, gender, etc.) preachers who meet monthly or bimonthly to grow together in their preaching wisdom, reflection and ability.
Several slots are available for Asian American candidates. If you are interested please contact Sam directly at: samdkim.180@gmail.com.
A few Scholarships are available.
For more information about the Micah group, click here:
http://www.brehmcenter.com/initiatives/ogilvieinstitute/micah_groups/
Dmin and Master credits are extended for those the group as well.
http://www.brehmcenter.com/initiatives/ogilvieinstitute/micah_groups/ce-and-d.min-credit/
A Talk with Asian American Theologian Amos Yong
What is The Future of Evangelical Theology?
ISAAC East is hosting a conversation with Asian American Theologian Amos Yong on his new book The Future of Evangelical Theology: Soundings from the Asian American Diaspora (IV Press, November 2014). Dr. Yong was recently appointed Professor of Theology and Mission at Fuller Seminary after serving as Dean of the School of Divinity at Regent University (Virginia Beach, VA) and professor there for nine years. He is also a Pentecostal theologian and has published over 15 books ranging in subjects from Christian-Buddhist dialogue to a theology of disability.
Date: Sunday, November 9, 2014
Time: 4:40 pm
Venue: Grace Faith Church
65 Chrystie Street
New York, NY 10002
For more information:
Contact Milton Eng, ISAAC East Email
Website
ISAAC East is hosting a conversation with Asian American Theologian Amos Yong on his new book The Future of Evangelical Theology: Soundings from the Asian American Diaspora (IV Press, November 2014). Dr. Yong was recently appointed Professor of Theology and Mission at Fuller Seminary after serving as Dean of the School of Divinity at Regent University (Virginia Beach, VA) and professor there for nine years. He is also a Pentecostal theologian and has published over 15 books ranging in subjects from Christian-Buddhist dialogue to a theology of disability.
Date: Sunday, November 9, 2014
Time: 4:40 pm
Venue: Grace Faith Church
65 Chrystie Street
New York, NY 10002
For more information:
Contact Milton Eng, ISAAC East Email
Website
nomiNETWORK
Posted January 1, 2013
The Nomi Network is an organization, led by Christians and based in NYC, that seeks to fight sex trafficking through the raising of awareness and job training for women in Southeast Asia and India. It is a growing start-up and founded by several young women who has chosen this cause as a center of their lives. You can find their story via the "for more info" link below. Nomi is looking for board members, both Christian and non-Christian, who want to make a difference in this fight.
For more information about nomiNETWORK.
To shop nomiNETWORK.
For more information about Board Member qualifications
For more information about nomiNETWORK.
To shop nomiNETWORK.
For more information about Board Member qualifications
Panel Discussion on Discipleship for Asian Americans
Posted September 3, 2013
Ms Ling Ling Chen will present her Summation Paper on Discipling Asian Americans where she proposes a three-component model that will be critiqued by two panelist. The same presentation will be given on two dates, at two location followed by a light lunch.
Date: Saturday, Oct 12
Time: 10 am to 12 noon
Venue: Chinese Christian Church of New Jersey
232 South Beverwyck Road, Parsippany
Date: Saturday, Oct 26
Time: 10 am to 12 noon
Venue: Chinese for Christ New York Church
14221 Franklin Ave, Flushing
Panelists Include: Rev. Albert Wong and Rev. Dr. Mike Gittens
Sponsored by: Institute for the Study of Asian American Christianity
For more information, contact Rev. Milton Eng Email
Date: Saturday, Oct 12
Time: 10 am to 12 noon
Venue: Chinese Christian Church of New Jersey
232 South Beverwyck Road, Parsippany
Date: Saturday, Oct 26
Time: 10 am to 12 noon
Venue: Chinese for Christ New York Church
14221 Franklin Ave, Flushing
Panelists Include: Rev. Albert Wong and Rev. Dr. Mike Gittens
Sponsored by: Institute for the Study of Asian American Christianity
For more information, contact Rev. Milton Eng Email
Pastor's Breakfast Briefing: Reaching the Next Generation
Posted September 2, 2013
InterVarsity Christian Fellowship invites Pastors from the New York/New Jersey Region to a breakfast where Jason, Gaboury, Regional Director for New York/New Jersey will describe InterVarsity's new research about how to communicate the Gospel to tomorrow's leaders.
After the briefing, Alpha USA will share how they are equipping churches in New York City to introduce their neighbors to Jesus. In addition, Raleigh Sadler, a North American Mission Board missionary and college professor at Gallery Church will introduce to attendees a network of churches bringing Christ's righteousness to play against the evils of human trafficking in the city.
Date: Wednesday, Oct 9
Time: 9 am to 10:30 am
Venue: American Bible Society
1865 Broadway, NYC
RSVP: Maritza Crespo 212.248.6621 or Email
After the briefing, Alpha USA will share how they are equipping churches in New York City to introduce their neighbors to Jesus. In addition, Raleigh Sadler, a North American Mission Board missionary and college professor at Gallery Church will introduce to attendees a network of churches bringing Christ's righteousness to play against the evils of human trafficking in the city.
Date: Wednesday, Oct 9
Time: 9 am to 10:30 am
Venue: American Bible Society
1865 Broadway, NYC
RSVP: Maritza Crespo 212.248.6621 or Email
Praise Night with Andre
Posted May 13, 2013
Come an enjoy an amazing evening of worship in God’s presence that will refresh, restore and reinvigorate.
Meet Andre, a man whom God gave a vivid (electrifying, dynamic, powerful, meaningful, significant) life. Hear his testimony of how God led him through despair to a life of joy ministering in spiritually dark Indonesia and starting an orphanage in the slums of Batam.
Come for a time of worship, refreshment and encouragement; see what God has done, hear what God is doing, and engage in what God wants to do. Don’t stand on the side and watch your life go by (unchanged).
Date & Time: May 17th at 7pm-9pm (snacks to follow)
Location: Free Gospel Church
156-15 Sanford Ave, Flushing, NY 11355
RSVP & Questions: Julie – 347.393.1945
Pastor Tim – 631.748.5425
Julie Email
Pastor Tim Email
Meet Andre, a man whom God gave a vivid (electrifying, dynamic, powerful, meaningful, significant) life. Hear his testimony of how God led him through despair to a life of joy ministering in spiritually dark Indonesia and starting an orphanage in the slums of Batam.
Come for a time of worship, refreshment and encouragement; see what God has done, hear what God is doing, and engage in what God wants to do. Don’t stand on the side and watch your life go by (unchanged).
Date & Time: May 17th at 7pm-9pm (snacks to follow)
Location: Free Gospel Church
156-15 Sanford Ave, Flushing, NY 11355
RSVP & Questions: Julie – 347.393.1945
Pastor Tim – 631.748.5425
Julie Email
Pastor Tim Email
Special Good Friday Service
Posted March 6, 2013
“A special Good Friday Service is being held for EM believers seeking an opportunity to worship in unity. It will be held at Chinese For Christ NY Church in Flushing (142-21 Franklin Ave.) at 7:30 pm on Good Friday (March 29th). Service includes appropriate music, candle-lighting, the Lord’s Table and Jesus’ Seven Last Words From the Cross. This event is open to all and co-sponsored by ISAAC East (Rev. Dr. Milton Eng) and Living Faith Community Church (Rev. Stephen Ro) and Chinese For Christ NY Church (Pastor Joshua Cheng).”
IGNITE! Prayer Ministry Seminar
Posted March 20, 2013
A Teaching Seminar on "Spiritual Warfare" (Part I) will be presented by Jasmine Flores on March 21 from 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm.
A Practical Seminar on "Spiritual Warfare" (Part II) will be presented by Tom Hui on March 28 from 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm.
Both seminars will be presented at Salvation Army Chinatown, 225 Bowery, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10002.
The seminars are free.
For more information: Email
A Practical Seminar on "Spiritual Warfare" (Part II) will be presented by Tom Hui on March 28 from 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm.
Both seminars will be presented at Salvation Army Chinatown, 225 Bowery, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10002.
The seminars are free.
For more information: Email