In this episode of Asian American Parenting, Monica and Danny talk about the support parents need in raising their teenagers and children, as well as the concept of rest and renewal. They discuss the harmfulness of parents venting to their children. They also discuss the differences in the views of the concept of support, rest, and renewal in our immigrant parents versus subsequent generations of parents. Moreover, they describe ways parents can seek out support, as well as rhythms of rest and renewal, to continue in their parenting journey.

In this heartfelt episode, Kristen Whitmore and Wilson Wang sit down with ministry leaders Jamie Lam and JJ Raymond to explore how ethnic identity, faith, and adoption intersect in the lives of Asian American Christians. Together, they share deeply personal stories—from JJ’s experience as a transracial adoptee to Jamie’s journey as a single foster and adoptive mom—and reflect on how God redeems identity, family, and culture for His glory. This conversation invites listeners to see identity not as something to suppress or escape, but as a story God intentionally writes through our families, ethnic backgrounds, and faith communities.

00:00 Introduction to Ethnic Identity and Ministry

05:03 The Journey of Transracial Adoptees

09:46 Navigating Cultural Identity in College

14:59 Family Dynamics in Multiracial Contexts

19:50 Challenges of Adoption and Ethnic Identity

24:51 The Role of Faith in Shaping Identity

30:08 Observations on the Next Generation

35:09 Conclusion and Reflections on Community

Aaron Lee speaks with theologian and professor Adamson Co on his new book Providence in the Story of Scripture. The discussion centers on why God’s providence is practical, relational, and meant to draw us into partnership with Him. Adam shares his own story of discovering providence, his “Tomorrowland” illustration, the “eighth day of creation,” and how providence speaks uniquely to the Asian American experience.

https://sola.network/article/providence-in-the-story-of-scripture-an-interview-with-adamson-co/

Adamson Co (PhD, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School) is professor of theology at California Baptist University in Riverside, California. Prior to academia, he practiced law for several years as an attorney. He has also served as a pastor in the Chicago area and Southern California, including as English congregation pastor at Mandarin Baptist Church of Los Angeles.

Aaron Lee is our Editorial Curator. Aaron also serves as the Social Media Officer of First Chinese Baptist Church of Walnut in California’s San Gabriel Valley, home to the largest concentration of Asian American communities in the United States. Visit him online at DiveInDigDeep.com.

In this episode of Asian American Parenting, Monica and Danny discuss the realities of drama and friendships in the lives of teenagers, and for parents to not minimize it, because it is so important to teenagers, yet they are not fully mature enough to deal with it.  They continue to talk about how parents can guide their teenagers through drama with their peers and how to guide their teenagers into godly gospel-centered relationships with their peers. 

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In this episode of the Sola Network Leaders podcast, Dave Park, Aaron Chung, and Drew Hyun discuss the complex topic of ambition, particularly within the context of Christian ministry and the Asian American experience. They explore the dual nature of ambition, both godly and selfish, and how cultural backgrounds influence perceptions of ambition. The conversation delves into the importance of balancing ambition with humility and the role of risk-taking in leadership. The hosts share personal stories and insights on how ambition can be harnessed for positive impact in their communities and beyond.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Ambition03:00 Cultural Influences on Ambition06:00 Balancing Ambition and Humility09:00 Risk-Taking in Leadership12:00 Ambition Aligned with Eternal Values15:00 Empowering the Next Generation18:00 Unity and Collaboration in Leadership21:00 Ambition for Community Impact

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In this episode of Asian American Parenting, Danny welcomes back Pastor Justin Wong, an expert on youth culture,  to talk about youth culture.  They discuss if parents need to fear youth culture or how they can embrace it, to engage in the lives of their teenagers and children.  They also talk about the world of emojis and how elements of the unknown aspects of youth culture can be used to deepen our relationship with our teenagers.  Finally, they discuss the healthy partnership between parents and the youth ministry.

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In this episode of the SOLA Leaders' podcast, host Will Chang engages with Faith Chang, an author and leader in the church community. They discuss Faith's background in Chinese immigrant churches, her journey in leadership, and the cultural context that shapes perceptions of leadership roles. Faith shares her experiences with chronic illness and how it has influenced her understanding of suffering and empathy in leadership. The conversation also touches on generational differences in leadership perspectives among Asian Americans and the importance of community support. Faith's upcoming book aims to explore living a cruciform life in service to others, emphasizing the need for humility and openness in leadership.00:00 Introduction to Faith Chang02:50 Faith's Leadership Journey10:39 Cultural Context of Leadership22:09 Generational Perspectives on Leadership44:28 Suffering and Leadership01:04:12 Looking Ahead: Projects and Prayer Requests

In this conversation, Paul S. Kim discusses his new Bible study on the book of Daniel, sharing insights from his personal experiences as an Asian American and how they inform his understanding of the text. He emphasizes the importance of community, resilience, and cultural engagement for modern believers, while also reflecting on the significance of prayer and faithful obedience in the life of Daniel. The discussion highlights the relevance of Daniel’s story in today’s context and encourages listeners to explore their own faith journeys.

00:00 Introduction to Paul S. Kim and His Work

03:18 The Journey of Writing a Bible Study on Daniel

05:46 Personal Insights as an Asian American

09:08 Application of Daniel's Lessons for Asian Americans

14:05 Engaging and Disengaging with Culture

16:23 Favorite Stories from Daniel and Their Impact

19:04 Final Thoughts and Reflections

Aaron Lee is our Editorial Curator. Aaron also serves as the Social Media Officer of First Chinese Baptist Church of Walnut in California’s San Gabriel Valley, home to the largest concentration of Asian American communities in the United States. Visit him online at DiveInDigDeep.com.

Paul S. Kim, MDiv, DMin (current), is the Senior Pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church in San Diego, a multiethnic and intergenerational church that started as a church plant, merged with another church, and now actively engages in church planting and discipleship movements around the world. He is the author of Daniel: Firm in Adversity. Paul is married to Linda, and they have three children.

In this episode of Asian American Parenting, Danny and Monica discuss the idea of the Sandwich Generation as Asian Americans, and how it particularly impacts us. They discuss the dual forces of feeling obligated to taking care of one’s older parents, while also taking care of one’s own children and teenagers, and the impact that can have. They discuss hopeful ways that Asian American parents can navigate being the Sandwich Generation, as well as how they can seek their church and other community to support them. Follow @therootedministry and @thesolanetwork on Instagram for more updates!Follow and subscribe to Asian American Parenting wherever you listen to podcasts.

In this conversation, Danny Kwan and Monica Kim discuss their book 'Teenagers and Mental Health,' focusing on the mental health challenges faced by teenagers and the role of parents, pastors, and youth leaders in addressing these issues. They share their personal experiences, cultural context, and the importance of compassion and understanding in youth ministry. They also emphasize the need for collaboration between caregivers and the church to support teenagers effectively.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Mental Health in Teenagers03:18 The Journey to Writing the Book06:39 Personal Experiences and Cultural Context10:42 Advocating for Mental Health as Asian Americans15:38 Understanding Specific Mental Health Struggles20:34 The Role of Caregivers in Mental Health25:53 Advice for Youth Workers29:54 Collaboration in Creative ProjectsDanny Kwon, Ph.D., serves as the Senior Director of Youth Ministry Content and Cross Cultural Initiatives for Rooted Ministry. Before joining Rooted, Danny Kwon served as Youth and Family Pastor at Yuong Sang Church, a bicultural, bilingual Korean-American congregation outside Philadelphia for 29 years. He is married to Monica, a Christian counselor and psychologist, and they have three children.Monica Kim, Ph.D., is a Christian counselor, has taught counseling courses as an associate faculty at CCEF and a lecturer at WTS, and has been a seminar speaker at numerous conferences including the CCEF National Conferences. She has worked in church ministry for more than 25 years and is currently a part of the pastoral staff at her local church.Aaron Lee is our Editorial Curator. Aaron also serves as the Social Media Officer of First Chinese Baptist Church of Walnut in California’s San Gabriel Valley, home to the largest concentration of Asian American communities in the United States. Visit him online: https://www.diveindigdeep.com/