The Podluck

This week we have a conversation with Greg, a social worker in Orange County. The conversation explores the concept of spiritual trauma, particularly in the context of social work and its implications within religious communities. Greg shares insights on the nuances of spiritual trauma, its symptoms, and the importance of recognizing and addressing it. We also talk about navigating cultural dualit...

We continue our series on vocation and calling with a conversation with Dan Lee, a dentist from Portland! We discuss his story and how he became a dentist, his experience at dental school, and what a career as a dentist is like. Dan shares the different career paths of dentistry and tackle the issue of why so many people hate the dentist. We dive into the future of dentistry and the difficulties o...

This week we continue our discussion on calling and career. David Row joins our discussion from Loma Linda. Our episode delves into the challenges and opportunities in career selection within the Korean American Adventist community, emphasizing the need for broader career exposure and individual exploration. We explore the concept of vocation, career exploration, and the impact of societal and cul...

This week we are joined by David Paik from Portland. Our conversation continues our month theme of career and calling. We talk about diverse career paths in medicine, highlighting the unique experiences and challenges faced by individuals in the medical profession. We discuss the motivations behind pursuing a career in medicine, exploring the idealistic and spiritual aspects of the profession. Dav...

Editors Note: This episode is part two of Episode 18: The Missing Generation! This week we continue the discussion on why people leave church by explaining what metamodernism is and its impact on faith and religious institutions. We explore the challenges of navigating paradoxical beliefs and the need for a more inclusive and understanding approach within the church. The discussion also touches on...

This week we explore the concept of calling and its significance in our professional lives. We explore the concept of calling in work, and discuss the interplay between vocation and calling, as well as the discovery and evolution of one's calling. The conversation also touches on the importance of diversity in vocation and the benefits of connecting people with different vocations. Chapters 08:14...

This week we talk about the significant issue of people leaving the church, and the importance of understanding the reasons behind this trend. Chris and Jason talk about the importance of young people owning their faith and the need for doubt to exist for faith to be strengthened. They also talk about the lack of relevance that the church and faith plays in the younger generation and how a service...

In a stunning coup d'etat, Pastor Jonathan Yoon takes over the co-host chair from his mentor Chris. Their conversation covers the experiences and insights of Pastor Jonathan's role as youth pastor as they discuss misconceptions in youth ministry, the struggles and joy of youth ministry, and mentoring the next generation of youth Pastors. They end the show by talking about Chris and his role in Pas...

Today our episode explores the evolving relationships with aging parents, the challenges of balancing caregiving for parents and raising children, and the impact of language barriers on communication. It also delves into the dynamics of parent-child interactions and the emotional complexities of maintaining connections with parents. Chris and Jason share their relationships with their parents and...

This week we discuss worship and specifically praise and its role in our worship service. We share our personal experiences, the philosophy of worship, and the state of worship in our Korean Adventist Churches. We challenge the idea that praise is only the pre-worship for the sermon, and argue that praise is just as important to worship as the sermon. We discuss the importance and power of congreg...

Chris and Jason are on-location at WCKCM! They talk about their experiences at WCKCM, some of the differences in programming this year, and share their fond memories of being victims of Pastor Joey Oh's hulking out moments. They also discuss the future of WCKCM and the importance of a large communal gathering like WCKCM. Chapters 0:00 Intro and Live Audience 5:30 WCKCM Experiences 11:00 Difference...

This week we talk about the namesake of our podcast: Potluck! And in commemoration of potluck, we are doing a Mukbang Potluck Podcast! We talk about the history of Korean church potlucks and how much it is embedded in the fabric of the culture. We then discuss our personal experiences with potluck and how our churches organize and utilize potlucks. We end by talking about the role of potluck in ch...

This week we talk about Pickleball! We cannot talk about the intersection of culture and faith in our Adventist community without talking about Pickleball. Chris shares why he thinks Pickleball is the most Christian sport and Jason shares why he is hesitant to play. This kicks off a larger discussion of sports tournaments and if they aid or hinder ministry Chapters 00:00 Historic D.C. Weather 05:2...

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...

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 Podl...

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...

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 13:4...

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 t...

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:...

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...

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 Kor...

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 t...

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 fut...

The inaugural episode of the Podluck Podcast introduces the concept of the podcast, its purpose, and its intended audience. It also delves into the idea of connecting the Korean Adventist community through meaningful conversations during potlucks. The podcast ends with Chris and Jason sharing their experience together at Andrews Seminary Chapters 00:00 Introducing the Podluck Podcast 05:11 Purpose...