Exilic Church, which is a supporter of SOLA Network, graciously shared their video of Gene Joo, Aaron Chung, and Abe Cho discussing A Place for Asian Americans in the Future of the Evangelical Church. We are grateful to them for leading this conversation. We hope this video sparks important conversations as we seek to build Christ’s kingdom together.
In case you missed it: We’re writing a book! We just announced our SOLA Network Book Project: Writing the Next Chapter of the Asian American Church. We believe it is time for SOLA Network to put in writing thoughts that would help the emerging generation of Asian American leaders and churches. Our book will launch at the 2024 Asian American Leadership Conference. More details coming soon. Registration for the conference is now open!
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Aaron Lee, Editorial Curator
Enter to win these outstanding books! Serge is an international missions organization that sends and cares for missionaries, mentors and equips ministry leaders around the world, and develops resources for ongoing spiritual renewal. Thanks to Serge for providing this book for our giveaway, in partnership with my newsletters for @diveindigdeep and FCBC Walnut.
In his Galatians Bible study, McKay Caston guides participants in keeping the gospel as the “true north” compass for their lives, allowing them to break free from religious rule-keeping and live with freedom and joy. Josiah Bancroft guides readers in a study of Philippians, showing how a deep and abiding joy is possible in every circumstance when we understand who Jesus is and who we are in him. Jonathan Gibson’s 2 Peter Bible study helps participants learn how keeping heaven in view guides their daily goals and choices while strengthening their hope.
Articles From Around The Web
1. Seob Kim: When Your Visitors Do Not Return to Your Church
“A sense of rejection or disqualification can easily pervade the minds of a minister who sees many empty pews on their pulpit.”
2. Andrea Widjaja: One Thing My Parents Did Right: Homeschooling
“If I hadn’t been homeschooled, I doubt I’d have followed up on those big questions about my purpose in life or my faith.”
3. Sam Chan: This is Why You Look Great in Jeans
“Behind the fabric of this universe is a God who champions the weak, poor, and oppressed.”
Asian American Leadership Conference 2024: “Writing the Next Chapter.” April 23-24, 2024, Orange County, CA. Registration and more info can be found at aalc.network.
The vision of this conference is to equip Asian-American leaders with gospel centered, contextual resources that will empower men and women for local church ministry. Our conference strategy is to equip leaders, platform voices, and connect with one another for life-giving relationships.
The theme of our conference is “Writing the Next Chapter: Empowering Asian American Voices for Gospel Ministry”. The Asian American church today is at a unique inflection point with leaders in diverse stations across multiple generations. This conference will be an opportunity to learn from these voices for the sake of continued and future Gospel work together.
Books, Podcasts, Music, And More
1. Songtime with Adam Miller: Shame: Being Known and Loved An interview with Esther Liu
Related: A Message of Hope: A Book Review of “Shame” by Esther Liu
2. Preachers Talk: On Preaching as Pastoral Ministry, with Mark Dever
Related: Open the Scriptures, Burn their Hearts: 10 Ways for All to Grow in Preaching and Teaching by Aaron Lee
3. Aaron Lee: Related Works
Book reviews: CSB Single-Column Personal Size Bible, Saddle Genuine Leather, CSB Life Counsel Bible (Leathertouch Slate Blue). Listen to our TGIF playlist on Spotify. Join my Asian American Worship Leaders Facebook group.
Our new Books and Reviews page is your one-stop resource for all of your reading needs. It features Asian American authors and issues, book recommendations, and interviews.
Featured This Week On SOLA Network
1. Exilic Church: A Place for Asian Americans in the Future of the Evangelical Church
Thanks to Gene Joo, Aaron Chung, Abe Cho, and Exilic Church for sharing this important conversation as we seek to build Christ’s kingdom together.
2. Teaching Our Children: An Interview With Vivian Lee Mun
“Dr. Vivian Lee Mun is the author of the children’s book, Who I Am… as a Child of God. Earlier this year, Dr. Mun published a listening journal that goes along with her book.”
3. Angela Hom: 5 Ways to Handle the Transition to College
“College is a time to explore opportunities as well as make and learn from mistakes. It can seem overwhelming, but continue to push through by relying on family, your friends, and your church community. With these tips, transitioning to college life will be much easier.”
4. Aaron Lee: Sharing Your Heart: An Interview with Tasha Jun of “Tell Me the Dream Again”
“How can the church be a better home to biracial Christians? In this insightful interview conducted over email, Aaron Lee, the editorial curator at SOLA Network, delves into the creative journey of Tasha Jun, the author of the captivating book Tell Me the Dream Again.”
5. TGIF: Roundup for September 15, 2023
Be a Youth Minister Who Brings Families Together / Does God Have Big Plans for Your Life? / How to Handle Toxic Friendships / Allegories That Edify: Sproul, Lewis, and More / Caring for the Poor
6. SOLA Network: TGIF Subscription
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General disclaimer: Our link roundups are not endorsements of the positions or lives of the authors.