CURRENT ANNOUNCEMENTS
Jim Om is announced as PaLM's New Executive Director
Posted June 1, 2025
As many of you are aware, Howard is now well into his 70's. Like you, he does not know when God will call him home. Consequently, he sought to pass the leadership of PaLM to a younger leader as soon as possible. It was hoped that the Rev. Greg Woo would be that person. Regrettably, Greg's health and medical issues precludes that possibility.
As a result, Howard asked the Rev. Dr. Jim Om of The River Church of New Jersey if he would consider taking on the role of PaLM's Executive Director. To Howard's delight, Jim agreed. And while Greg is unable to serve as PaLM's Executive Director, he agreed to stay on as a PaLM Director utilizing his home as PaLM's future Headquarters.
As the founder and Executive Director of PaLM for more than 40 years, I have been immeasurably blessed by God throughout every one of those years. During those years, God enabled me to run numerous events including an all-city Asian-American Outreach, several Worship Conferences and Sunday School Conventions, more than a few Seminars and Concerts of Prayer, regular monthly pastor meetings in New York and New Jersey and innumerable short-term mission trips to the Navajo Reservation and elsewhere. God enabled me to do all of that and more by providing me the support I needed (e.g. people to work with me on committees, financial support). God is Good. I am deeply grateful to Him for giving me the honor and privilege to serve him these many decades. When I started PaLM, I served as a part-time volunteer worker for the first 19 years. Jim will begin his journey with PaLM in the same way. Please pray for him as he focuses on Pastoral Renewal, Encouragement and Mentoring. Such needs are severely need by today's Asian-American Pastors in our New York/New Jersey Region. I would greatly appreciate it you could support Jim in prayer and words of encouragement.
Here is a brief introduction to Jim...
The Rev. Dr. Jim Om has been involved in PALM for over 20 years and has served as a PaLM Pastoral Associate for 18 years. He is the founder and lead pastor of the River Church of NJ since 2004. Jim is also the Director of Campus Ministry at Fairleigh Dickinson University in Teaneck, NJ. He loves the outdoors and enjoys taking people hiking, camping, kayaking, and fishing. Jim has a heart for spiritual and personal renewal among pastors and ministry leaders. He will send an email soon to introduce himself and share more about the vision he has for PALM.
As a result, Howard asked the Rev. Dr. Jim Om of The River Church of New Jersey if he would consider taking on the role of PaLM's Executive Director. To Howard's delight, Jim agreed. And while Greg is unable to serve as PaLM's Executive Director, he agreed to stay on as a PaLM Director utilizing his home as PaLM's future Headquarters.
As the founder and Executive Director of PaLM for more than 40 years, I have been immeasurably blessed by God throughout every one of those years. During those years, God enabled me to run numerous events including an all-city Asian-American Outreach, several Worship Conferences and Sunday School Conventions, more than a few Seminars and Concerts of Prayer, regular monthly pastor meetings in New York and New Jersey and innumerable short-term mission trips to the Navajo Reservation and elsewhere. God enabled me to do all of that and more by providing me the support I needed (e.g. people to work with me on committees, financial support). God is Good. I am deeply grateful to Him for giving me the honor and privilege to serve him these many decades. When I started PaLM, I served as a part-time volunteer worker for the first 19 years. Jim will begin his journey with PaLM in the same way. Please pray for him as he focuses on Pastoral Renewal, Encouragement and Mentoring. Such needs are severely need by today's Asian-American Pastors in our New York/New Jersey Region. I would greatly appreciate it you could support Jim in prayer and words of encouragement.
Here is a brief introduction to Jim...
The Rev. Dr. Jim Om has been involved in PALM for over 20 years and has served as a PaLM Pastoral Associate for 18 years. He is the founder and lead pastor of the River Church of NJ since 2004. Jim is also the Director of Campus Ministry at Fairleigh Dickinson University in Teaneck, NJ. He loves the outdoors and enjoys taking people hiking, camping, kayaking, and fishing. Jim has a heart for spiritual and personal renewal among pastors and ministry leaders. He will send an email soon to introduce himself and share more about the vision he has for PALM.
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Program Manager for the Centers at Princeton Theological Seminary
Posted December 3, 2024
Position: Program Manager for the Centers (Stockton Center for Black Church Studies; Center for Asian American Christianity; Center for Contemplative Leadership; Center for Karl Barth Studies; and Center for Women, Theology, and Gender)
Department: Academic Affairs
Full-time or Part-time: FT Exempt
Hours per week: 35
Months per year: 12
Work Schedule: PTS Office Hours; flexible/variable based on programming
Reports to: Associate Academic Dean
Job Purpose: The Program Manager (PM) is a new position that will provide five PTS Centers with the support and organization that they need to advance their missions and expand their audiences. The PM manages projects across five Centers. The PM serves as the liaison for the Centers with various campus offices including, but not limited to, Marketing and Communications, Events and Hospitality, Media Services, Online Learning, Continuing Education, and the Business Office. While the Center Directors focus their energies on program planning, building their audience, developing and presenting content, the Program Manager ensures all the details needed for ease of operations are in place.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Project, Event, and Conference Management 55% of time
• Develop a plan for working with each center director based on their unique needs and programmatic offerings.
• Understand each center’s goals, objectives, and current processes in order to serve as a collaborator in the building out of respective center programing.
• Work with each center director at the initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, closing, and evaluation phase for each project.
• Designate responsibilities, as appropriate, to the Administrative Assistant for the centers and to student workers.
• Serve as the primary contact for PTS offices in relation to the work of the centers.
• Maximize the use of Monday.com for project management and assist center directors in shifting to that modality.
• Document all processes and note any necessary changes and improvements.
• Provide regular project updates to stakeholders.
• Oversee the budgets of the center directors with a focus on those aspects related directly to projects under your support.
For Events and Conferences
• Acquire and coordinate all required speaker information (website materials, bio, presentation title, description, promo videos) and paperwork (speaker agreement form, tax forms, etc.) in concert with Auxiliary Services.
• Manage registration for in-person and virtual attendees including fees for registration and meals concert with Auxiliary Services and IT.
• Design any conference merchandise; draft sponsorship packages and track sponsorship progress; make large dinner reservations for speakers.
• Plan and manage the Airmeet event (or different platform if identified by PTS). Conduct a tech review with the speaker(s) prior to the event.
• Assign the editing and production process of YouTube videos and podcasts to team members in consultation with Marketing and Communications. • Following each event, send out a survey using SurveyMonkey (or platform as determined by PTS). • Assess and analyze conference feedback.
• Collaborate with central Marketing and Communications Department to update and create ptesm.edu hosted conference websites that include the schedule (provided by the director), registration links, speaker bios, and short promo videos.
• Collaborate with central Marketing and Communications Department and Media Department to oversee and structure any online resources/infrastructure to run virtual and/or hybrid conferences (Vimeo, YouTube, Airmeet, etc.).
Policies and Procedures 10% of time
• Develop a consistent set of policies and procedures for the Centers around all aspects of their work (event planning, liaising with speakers, hosting events on and off campus, marketing and communication processes) in concert with Auxiliary Services, IT, and other internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with campus partners to develop consistent expectations regarding the Centers’ interaction and collaboration with them (paperwork, contracts, speaker agreements, expected timelines for delivery and response, etc.).
• Create standard templates for coordinating centers’ in-person, hybrid, and online events in collaboration with Events and Hospitality and Online Learning. Build out these templates as the centers’ programing expands and shifts.
Marketing and Communication Support 30% of time
• Serve as the centers’ liaison with Marketing and Communication.
• Train student workers, as appropriate and in collaboration with Marketing and Communication, to perform various tasks (communication, project management, and automation tools such as Slack, Asana, Notion, etc.).
• Work with Marketing and Communication to design marketing posters/banners.
o Develop landing pages and registration forms through Seminary platforms.
o Promote events through email newsletters and social media posts.
• Promote Centers’ content, leveraging the resources of Marketing and Communications
o Increase and expand the Centers’ public impact by promoting content.
o Set up and maintain RSS notifications. o Create and send regular email newsletters.
o Manage and respond to email communication. o Promote content and events on social media platforms.
o Edit and produce microcontent of YouTube videos and podcasts for promotion on social media.
Supervision 5% of time
• Guide some student workers’ responsibilities as determined and identified by the center directors.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS The ideal candidate should understand and embrace a learner-centered approach to operations, marketing, communications, and project management and should be able to program all communications and experiences to the particular needs of the Centers it serves.
• Bachelor’s degree. Understanding of theological education, a plus.
• 3+ years of experience managing projects for multiple individuals, experience in higher education and/or ecclesial settings is a plus.
• Experience with marketing and communication a plus.
• Attention to detail. • Proficient at managing time and resources.
• Ability to draw up detailed project plans and schedules.
• Proven experience using project management tools, Monday.com experience a plus.
• WordPress and HTML experience a plus.
This description reflects essential functions of the position; it does not restrict tasks that may be assigned or changed at any time.
To apply: Interested candidates should EMAIL a cover letter, resume/CV, and the names and contact information for three references to the Human Resources Office at Princeton Theological Seminary . Review of applications will begin immediately.
Department: Academic Affairs
Full-time or Part-time: FT Exempt
Hours per week: 35
Months per year: 12
Work Schedule: PTS Office Hours; flexible/variable based on programming
Reports to: Associate Academic Dean
Job Purpose: The Program Manager (PM) is a new position that will provide five PTS Centers with the support and organization that they need to advance their missions and expand their audiences. The PM manages projects across five Centers. The PM serves as the liaison for the Centers with various campus offices including, but not limited to, Marketing and Communications, Events and Hospitality, Media Services, Online Learning, Continuing Education, and the Business Office. While the Center Directors focus their energies on program planning, building their audience, developing and presenting content, the Program Manager ensures all the details needed for ease of operations are in place.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Project, Event, and Conference Management 55% of time
• Develop a plan for working with each center director based on their unique needs and programmatic offerings.
• Understand each center’s goals, objectives, and current processes in order to serve as a collaborator in the building out of respective center programing.
• Work with each center director at the initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, closing, and evaluation phase for each project.
• Designate responsibilities, as appropriate, to the Administrative Assistant for the centers and to student workers.
• Serve as the primary contact for PTS offices in relation to the work of the centers.
• Maximize the use of Monday.com for project management and assist center directors in shifting to that modality.
• Document all processes and note any necessary changes and improvements.
• Provide regular project updates to stakeholders.
• Oversee the budgets of the center directors with a focus on those aspects related directly to projects under your support.
For Events and Conferences
• Acquire and coordinate all required speaker information (website materials, bio, presentation title, description, promo videos) and paperwork (speaker agreement form, tax forms, etc.) in concert with Auxiliary Services.
• Manage registration for in-person and virtual attendees including fees for registration and meals concert with Auxiliary Services and IT.
• Design any conference merchandise; draft sponsorship packages and track sponsorship progress; make large dinner reservations for speakers.
• Plan and manage the Airmeet event (or different platform if identified by PTS). Conduct a tech review with the speaker(s) prior to the event.
• Assign the editing and production process of YouTube videos and podcasts to team members in consultation with Marketing and Communications. • Following each event, send out a survey using SurveyMonkey (or platform as determined by PTS). • Assess and analyze conference feedback.
• Collaborate with central Marketing and Communications Department to update and create ptesm.edu hosted conference websites that include the schedule (provided by the director), registration links, speaker bios, and short promo videos.
• Collaborate with central Marketing and Communications Department and Media Department to oversee and structure any online resources/infrastructure to run virtual and/or hybrid conferences (Vimeo, YouTube, Airmeet, etc.).
Policies and Procedures 10% of time
• Develop a consistent set of policies and procedures for the Centers around all aspects of their work (event planning, liaising with speakers, hosting events on and off campus, marketing and communication processes) in concert with Auxiliary Services, IT, and other internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with campus partners to develop consistent expectations regarding the Centers’ interaction and collaboration with them (paperwork, contracts, speaker agreements, expected timelines for delivery and response, etc.).
• Create standard templates for coordinating centers’ in-person, hybrid, and online events in collaboration with Events and Hospitality and Online Learning. Build out these templates as the centers’ programing expands and shifts.
Marketing and Communication Support 30% of time
• Serve as the centers’ liaison with Marketing and Communication.
• Train student workers, as appropriate and in collaboration with Marketing and Communication, to perform various tasks (communication, project management, and automation tools such as Slack, Asana, Notion, etc.).
• Work with Marketing and Communication to design marketing posters/banners.
o Develop landing pages and registration forms through Seminary platforms.
o Promote events through email newsletters and social media posts.
• Promote Centers’ content, leveraging the resources of Marketing and Communications
o Increase and expand the Centers’ public impact by promoting content.
o Set up and maintain RSS notifications. o Create and send regular email newsletters.
o Manage and respond to email communication. o Promote content and events on social media platforms.
o Edit and produce microcontent of YouTube videos and podcasts for promotion on social media.
Supervision 5% of time
• Guide some student workers’ responsibilities as determined and identified by the center directors.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS The ideal candidate should understand and embrace a learner-centered approach to operations, marketing, communications, and project management and should be able to program all communications and experiences to the particular needs of the Centers it serves.
• Bachelor’s degree. Understanding of theological education, a plus.
• 3+ years of experience managing projects for multiple individuals, experience in higher education and/or ecclesial settings is a plus.
• Experience with marketing and communication a plus.
• Attention to detail. • Proficient at managing time and resources.
• Ability to draw up detailed project plans and schedules.
• Proven experience using project management tools, Monday.com experience a plus.
• WordPress and HTML experience a plus.
This description reflects essential functions of the position; it does not restrict tasks that may be assigned or changed at any time.
To apply: Interested candidates should EMAIL a cover letter, resume/CV, and the names and contact information for three references to the Human Resources Office at Princeton Theological Seminary . Review of applications will begin immediately.
Living Faith Development Corporation Mentoring Program
Posted August 12, 2023
Living Faith Community Development Corporation (LFCDC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Flushing, Queens that seeks to revitalize its community and beyond by mobilizing the community towards service and giving as an expression of God's love and generosity.
One way LFCDC seeks to do that is through a mentoring program geared towards middle school students in Queens. Through personalized guidance, interactive workshops, and engaged activities, LFCDC seeks to foster academic growth, build essential life skills and promote positive self-development.
For more information and/or to sign up, please attend short information zoom session to be held on Tuesday, August 15 at 8 pm. [Sign up here]
To learn more about LFCDC [Click Here]
One way LFCDC seeks to do that is through a mentoring program geared towards middle school students in Queens. Through personalized guidance, interactive workshops, and engaged activities, LFCDC seeks to foster academic growth, build essential life skills and promote positive self-development.
For more information and/or to sign up, please attend short information zoom session to be held on Tuesday, August 15 at 8 pm. [Sign up here]
To learn more about LFCDC [Click Here]
Thriving Immigrant Church Initiative (TICI)
Posted February 11, 2023
Prof. Peter Cha of Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (TEDS) is now accepting applications for the second cohort of TICI, which will last for two years (2024-25). Participants of the first initiative include the Rev. Nathan Hieb of Monmouth Community Christian Church and the Rev. Paul Shen of Chinese Christian Church of NJ. Both pastors and churches have benefitted greatly by their participation in the program. Nathan's thoughts of the TICI program is outlined in this following paragraph.
TICI has benefitted my church by strengthening the relationships between our first and second generations. Our participation in TICI has given our leaders an opportunity to reflect on cultural issues in our church, some that uniquely equip and bless our church and others that cause frustration among our different generations and cultures. A particularly useful activity was our first assignment, which was to conduct listening sessions among different generation groups in our church. What emerged was a picture of our strengths and weaknesses, many of which were unspoken or inadequately acknowledged up to this point. Because this was part of a larger initiative, and because we are experiencing TICI with a cohort of eleven other churches, we had a greater sense of freedom and empowerment to discuss, and seek solutions for, some of our cultural issues that previously appeared intractable. I highly recommend TICI, and I'm available to answer questions that any churches have about this experience. (I'm writing this after our first year in TICI. During our second year, we'll focus on improving our outreach beyond our dominant ethnicities within our local community).
Anyone wishing to ask Nathan any questions about the program can contact him via this EMAIL.
Paul adds that (1) only medium to large size churches should participate in the program and (2) only if the church as two or three congregations that want to develop more unity with each other. If the Immigrant First Generation Pastor/Elder does not want to invest their time into giving equal voice and political power to their second-generation EM Pastor, then they should not participate.
Anyone wishing to ask Paul any questions about the program can contact him via this EMAIL.
To read what's involved in Prof. Cha's TICI Program in detail and/or to apply, click HERE. NOTE: The TICI Intent Form is due July 31, 2023.
TICI has benefitted my church by strengthening the relationships between our first and second generations. Our participation in TICI has given our leaders an opportunity to reflect on cultural issues in our church, some that uniquely equip and bless our church and others that cause frustration among our different generations and cultures. A particularly useful activity was our first assignment, which was to conduct listening sessions among different generation groups in our church. What emerged was a picture of our strengths and weaknesses, many of which were unspoken or inadequately acknowledged up to this point. Because this was part of a larger initiative, and because we are experiencing TICI with a cohort of eleven other churches, we had a greater sense of freedom and empowerment to discuss, and seek solutions for, some of our cultural issues that previously appeared intractable. I highly recommend TICI, and I'm available to answer questions that any churches have about this experience. (I'm writing this after our first year in TICI. During our second year, we'll focus on improving our outreach beyond our dominant ethnicities within our local community).
Anyone wishing to ask Nathan any questions about the program can contact him via this EMAIL.
Paul adds that (1) only medium to large size churches should participate in the program and (2) only if the church as two or three congregations that want to develop more unity with each other. If the Immigrant First Generation Pastor/Elder does not want to invest their time into giving equal voice and political power to their second-generation EM Pastor, then they should not participate.
Anyone wishing to ask Paul any questions about the program can contact him via this EMAIL.
To read what's involved in Prof. Cha's TICI Program in detail and/or to apply, click HERE. NOTE: The TICI Intent Form is due July 31, 2023.
M.A. in Ministry Leadership: Cohorts Begin in January, 2023
Posted September 9, 2022
New York School of the Bible, Wheaton College and Calvary Baptist Church working partnership is offering a master's in ministry leadership via a combination of online and in-person courses. Students and like-minded leaders will work together in a cohort that will empower students to infuse classroom knowledge and insights back into their ministry teams. The core of the curriculum will focus on three competency areas: Bible and Theology, Mission and Leadership.
EVAN 542 Church: Movements and Models
EVAN 545 Culture: Emerging and Global
BITH 555 Exploring the New Testament
BITH 565 Christian Theology
BITH 566 Foundations for Biblical Interpretation
MIN 559 Organizational and Change Leadership
MIN 558 Personal Development and Leadership
MIN 561 Congregational Leadership: Worship, Discipleship, and Care
MIN 692 Comprehensive Exam
Total: 42 Credits
Note: Certificates are also available for completing the Mission Core or 16 credits of the Bible and Theology Core.
Benefits
FOR A FULL LIST OF COURSES
For more information contact Dr. Heather Matthews, Wheaton College Graduate School of Mission, Ministry, and Leadership
OR Tony Hewitt, NYSB Dean.
- The M.A. in Ministry Leadership can be completed in 3 years
- Cohorts consist of 15-25 church leaders
- Cohort students receive up to a 25% tuition discount
- Programs offer flexible scheduling and online work, allowing students to remain in work or ministry while completing the degree
- MISSION CORE (12 Credits)
EVAN 542 Church: Movements and Models
EVAN 545 Culture: Emerging and Global
- BIBLE AND THEOLOGY CORE (16 Credits)
BITH 555 Exploring the New Testament
BITH 565 Christian Theology
BITH 566 Foundations for Biblical Interpretation
- LEADERSHIP CORE (14 Credits)
MIN 559 Organizational and Change Leadership
MIN 558 Personal Development and Leadership
MIN 561 Congregational Leadership: Worship, Discipleship, and Care
MIN 692 Comprehensive Exam
Total: 42 Credits
Note: Certificates are also available for completing the Mission Core or 16 credits of the Bible and Theology Core.
Benefits
- LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT: Provides holistic development for emerging leaders spiritually, theologically, and practically.
- LEARN FROM LEADERS IN MINISTRY: Courses are taught by world-class faculty with academic credentials and practical experience.
- REFRESH MID-CAREER LEADERS: Gain a renewed vision and enhanced skills from engagement in these courses.
- COLLABORATIVE TEAM BUILDING: Cohorts that complete this degree together build relationships that promote ministry effectiveness. continual learning, networking, and encouragement.
- IMPROVEMENT: The assignments completed during this degree will be specifically related to the practice of your ministry and leadership. You will create relevant program plans, solve real problems, and personalize evaluation or research for your ministry.
FOR A FULL LIST OF COURSES
For more information contact Dr. Heather Matthews, Wheaton College Graduate School of Mission, Ministry, and Leadership
OR Tony Hewitt, NYSB Dean.
Urbana Job Openings
Posted February 2, 2022
For over sixty years God has used the Urbana Student Missions Conference to transform the lives of students and young adults and to call them into active involvement in His purposes in the world. Bringing thousands of students, campus staff, church leaders, missions practitioners and partner organizations together for five days is a huge undertaking and has been successful because of God’s grace and his provision of scores of men and women who have served on Urbana teams through the years. The team for Urbana 22 is currently being formed. There may be a role for you on this team.
For a list and description of open positions
For a list and description of open positions
Churches for Peace Network
Posted January 3, 2022
The Churches for Peace network invites pastors and church leaders to a Zoom meeting on Wednesday, January 12th at 1pm with the head of hate crimes at the Nassau County District Attorney's Office, Assistant District Attorney Joe Gim. The meeting is informational concerning hate crimes and reporting hating crimes, there will also be time for Q&A. The Zoom invitation is below.
Topic: Meeting with Nassau ADA Joe Gim
Time: Jan 12, 2022 01:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86233917449?pwd=UGVpbjdXQjNtM3ZxYXROY0NpQ2RlQT09
Meeting ID: 862 3391 7449
Passcode: 129812
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Topic: Meeting with Nassau ADA Joe Gim
Time: Jan 12, 2022 01:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 862 3391 7449
Passcode: 129812
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+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)
+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)
+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)
+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)
Meeting ID: 862 3391 7449
Passcode: 129812
Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kcTXJvdAwN
A NEW Traditional Chinese Brush Art Exhibit by John L. Ng
Posted September 24, 2021
A NEW Traditional Chinese Brush Art Exhibit by John L. Ng will be shown at The Valley Cottage Library, 110 Route 303, Valley Cottage, Rockland County, New York. The exhibit will run from Oct 1 to Oct 31, 2021. The library hours are Mon & Wed: 10 am to 9 pm; Tue & Thu: 10 am to 6 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.
To visit John's website
To visit John's website
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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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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: [email protected].
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: [email protected].
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