This week we discuss the structure and dynamics of the English ministry (EM) and Korean ministry (KM) within the church, including the relationship between EM and KM pastors. We also explore the cultural and organizational aspects of the church within a church model, as well as the unique challenges and opportunities that arise from this structure. The conversation delves into the dynamics of the relationship between English Ministry (EM) and Korean Ministry (KM) pastors, highlighting the impact of leadership changes, staff meetings, and board meetings on the church. We finish by each sharing a KM Pastor that we enjoyed working with and helped enhance the overall church ministry because of their presence.

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
• 10:32 Church Within a Church Model
• 18:12 English Ministry and Korean Ministry Dynamics
• 31:33 Community Services and Missions
• 36:53 Staff Meetings and Coordination
• 47:00 KM Pastors that we enjoyed working with

This is a special live on-location episode! Jason is at East Coast Korean Camp Meeting! They discuss the structure, leadership, as well as the anticipation and excitement surrounding the event. Jason answers questions about ECKCM such as organizational structure, what the worships are like, and the difference of hosting a Camp Meeting at a public university.

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to The Podluck
• 07:47 What it's like to be back!
• 13:44 Differences in Leadership and Structure
• 19:40 Lay Leaders and Anticipation for Camp Meeting
• 25:54 Worship style at ECKCM
• 32:44 Favorite East Coast Camp Meeting Stories

In this special drop episode, Chris and Jason talk about 2 sporting events that took place recently: The World Cup and the New York Knicks Championship. They discuss the friendship between Korea and Mexico that is happening during the World Cup and compare it to their experience living in Southern California.

They then talk about the Knicks Championship run and talk about the concept of collective effervescence; the idea of a group of people uniting for a common goal or hope, and how we experience it in our churches and in our personal spiritual journey.

Chapters

• 00:00 Podluck Podcast Introduction
• 06:43 Korea-Mexico World Cup Relationship
• 13:25 Korean-Mexican Relationship in Southern California
• 19:19 Loving The Idea vs. The Reality
• 26:07 The Early Church's Cultural Challenges
• 36:14 The Concept of Collective Effervescence
• 40:22 The Transient Nature of Sports Joy vs. Everlasting Joy in Jesus

We continue reading questions and comments that Pastors want to tell their churches. This episode we talk about Church Culture and the desire for a church to be built on prayer, the concept of consumerism, and the issue of inviting people to church when the church infrastructure is not ready for it.

Chapters

• 00:00 Instagram Post Controversy
• 07:18 Question One: A Church Culture Built on Prayer
• 13:46 A Hypothetical Pastor's Struggle with Prayer
• 21:33 Question Two: do u want to invite ppl to church?
• 33:52 Question Three: We're Just Saying We Miss You

During the annual EMPAC meeting, Chris and Jason asked Pastors to anonymously turn in questions or things they would like to say to their congregation. Chris and Jason reads some of those questions and comments and shares their thoughts about some of the honest feelings our pastors have.

Chapters

• 00:00 Jason's Toe Update
• 03:41 Intro of prompt to Pastors
• 07:51 Question One: Sermons
• 12:00 Pressure to Innovate and have Engaging Sermons
• 19:02 Question Two: Honoring Sabbath
• 26:30 Question Three: Youth Involvement
• 28:14 Roles of Parent/Pastor/Church in Youth Involvement

This episode we continue our discussion about Korea's relationship with other groups by talking about the relationship between people from Korea and Korean Americans. We dive into topics such as the Korean-American experience and the differences in the way that the two groups perceive each other and how our churches are impacted by that dynamic

Chapters

• 00:00 Exploring Korean-American Identity
• 14:29 Geopolitical Perspectives on Korea and America
• 19:55 Identity and Cultural Experience
• 25:11 Integration and Community Needs
• 36:00 Diversity and Experience of Jesus

A special drop podcast! This episode features an in-depth discussion about the Korean American Youth Adventist Missionary Movement (KAYAMM), covering its history, structural changes, and future plans. The conversation highlights the impact of KAYAMM on the Korean American community and what to expect in 2026 and beyond

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Pop-Up Episode and Guest Intro
• 06:20 Transition to KCA and Impact on Decision-Making
• 22:32 Comparison of Previous and Current Structure of KAYAMM
• 29:25 Future Plans for KAYAMM
• 38:36 KAYAMM in 2026

In this episode, Chris and Jason talk about the tension between South Korea and Southeast Asia and relationship between Korea and its Asian neighbors. They also discuss how that tension or relationship manifests itself in our local church and in the way that we do mission work.

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to the Intersection of Culture, Faith, and the Korean American Adventist Experience
• 09:00 Korea's relationship with other Asian countries
• 14:26 What is the relationship between the Korean American church and its Asian Church neighbors
• 26:25 Mission work and the idea of a 'Zero Cultural Footprint' mentality

The Podluck Podcast explores the intersection of culture and faith in the Korean American Adventist community. We discuss the state of the Korean American Church, challenges in hiring pastors, and the impact of church structure on vision and ministry. We also delve into the historical perspective of pastoral ministry and the unique church structure of Korean churches.

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to the Podluck Podcast
• 06:42 Challenges of English Ministry Churches
• 13:49 Challenges in Hiring Pastors
• 21:25 Impact of Church Structure on Vision and Ministry
• 29:10 Pastoral Hiring Process in Korean Churches

The episode explores the history and development of the Korean American Adventist Church in the United States, focusing on the early days, church rivalries, and the transition from youth ministry to English ministry. . The conversation delves into the challenges and dynamics of English ministries within Korean churches, exploring topics such as financial autonomy, shared church spaces, and the future of Korean-American churches.

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to the Podluck Podcast
• 13:29 Pride, Tribalism, and Church Rivalries
• 21:27 Coexistence of Korean and English Ministries
• 37:16 Future of English Ministry and Korean-American Churches