Author Archives
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Positions Available at Boston College (School of Theology & Ministry) 2025
Boston College’s Clough School of Theology and Ministry announces two open positions as follows: Associate Dean, Academic Affairs Open-rank New Testament
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Dr. Wing Yi Wong Joins AATF as New Editor for Ministry
We’re thrilled to announce the recruitment of Dr. Wing Yi Wong as the new editor for the Ministry section. A proud alumna of Emmanuel College, University of Toronto, Dr. Wong recently joined the faculty at Atlantic School of Theology in Canada…. Read More ›
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Sermon: “Transcendence: The Gospel for the Marked “
** Originally preached at Broadview United Church, Victoria, BC on Feb 9, 2025. All Bible quotations are from the NRSV, except for Deuteronomy 23:1, which is quoted from the NIV. When I first moved to Victoria, one of the things… Read More ›
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igital Homiletics: The Theology and Practice of Online Preaching
The pandemic of 2020 necessitated a rethinking of preaching, prompting the need for a robust theology and innovative strategies for online delivery. This book seeks to provide a theological framework for online preaching, drawing on Karl Barth’s definition of God’s… Read More ›
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Worship Beyond Walls: The Integration of Religious Practice in Hong Kong’s Political Protests
Worship space is a fundamental concept in Christian church practice, signifying where and how the community gathers to “worship the Incarnate One” and assemble as the Body of Christ.[1] Traditionally, it refers to a “space that marks the temporary separation… Read More ›
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Asian Church History
This book presents a comprehensive, compelling, and most recent account of Christianity in Asia. It contains an evaluation of foreign missionary activities and development of Asian indigenous churches from biblical and historical perspectives with notable attention to Asian cultural elements… Read More ›
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Justice After War: Jus Post Bellum in the 21st Century
Many will remember the withdrawal of U.S. troops from Afghanistan on August 30, 2021, which resulted in the loss of 13 U.S. servicemen and more than 22 Afghan allies. Yet, not many realize that the U.S.-Afghan War dates back to… Read More ›
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From Shame Culture to Pastoral Care of Christ: About Illegal Immigrants in the Asian American Churches
Introduction: The Presence of Undocumented Immigrants in the Asian American Community According to the U.S. Census Bureau in 2000, about 69% of Asian Americans were foreign-born in the U.S.[1] This implies that many Asian immigrants in America are the leaders… Read More ›
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How to Read the Gospels: An Introduction
“Never judge a book by its cover.” This was certainly true for me with Yung Suk Kim’s groundbreaking book, How to Read the Gospels: An Introduction. While waiting for the review copy to arrive, my expectations were low because I… Read More ›
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Reading Mary Alongside Indian Surrogate Mothers: Violent Love, Oppressive Liberation, and Infancy Narratives
Since the late 20th century, various ethnic groups have developed different contextual biblical interpretations on the basis of their specific geopolitical contexts. These include the liberation, African(a) and African American, Asian and Asian American, and islander biblical interpretations. Such contextual… Read More ›
Asian American Theological Forum 