Author Archives: TaeHun Yoon

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About TaeHun Yoon

Retired Pastor of the United Methodist Church

“A Friend (Acrostic A–Z)”

I’d like to know who wrote this: “A friend ” (Acrostic A-Z) Accepts you as you areBelieves in youCalls you just to say “Hi”Doesn’t give up on youEnvisions the whole of you (even the unfinished parts)Forgives your mistakesGives unconditionallyHelps youInvites … Continue reading

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“The Myth of Cades Cove”

The whispers move through Cades Cove’s folds,Where Smoky ridges rise and breathe.The old timber hums its tales of old—Of roots that hold, of hearts beneath. The streams, like silver threads unspooledFrom every mile my life has crossed—Ocean’s breadth and winding … Continue reading

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케이드 코브의 신화

속삭임이 케이드 코브의 골짜기를 지나 흐릅니다.스모키 산맥의 능선들은 숨을 쉬듯 고요히 일어서고,오래된 나무들은 오래된 이야기를 중얼거립니다—뿌리가 붙잡아온 세월들, 그 속에 숨은 마음들. 내 삶이 건너온 바다와 먼 길처럼개울물은 은빛 실처럼 고요히 풀려나초원을 지나, 해가 스미는 틈으로 흘러갑니다.그 속삭임은 잃어버린 기도가 … Continue reading

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“자유로운가? 평화로운가?”

참 자유의 삶을 누리고 있는가? 1620년도 영국의 청교도들이 종교의 자유를 위해 메사츄세츠 푸리모스(Plymouth) 항구에 도착 이래, 세워진 기념관에 믿음(Faith)이라는 이름의 여신상이 있습니다. 이 여신상이 서있는 발 밑에는, 자유 (Liberty), 법(1aw), 도덕(Morality), 교육(Education)의 글귀가 네 모퉁이에 적혀 있습니다. 이 네가지 중에서 … Continue reading

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“Am I Free? Am I at Peace?”

Am I truly living in freedom? In 1620, when the English Puritans arrived at Plymouth Harbor in Massachusetts seeking religious freedom, a monument was erected. Upon it stands the statue of a goddess named Faith. At her feet are inscribed … Continue reading

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“How to Raise a Bad Child”

If you want to raise a bad child, give them everything they want.Then they will grow up misunderstanding that everything in the whole world can be theirs. When they use bad language, just laugh.Then they will think they are witty, … Continue reading

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“못된 자녀로 키우는 일”

– 글쓴이 미상

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“The Baby Is Coming”

The Baby is coming! Crossing the river of creation and prophecy,Cradling an armful of the Holy Spirit’s flamesAbove a compass that has lost its way. The Baby is coming!Beyond the throne of David’s city,Over the manger in Bethlehem,To become a … Continue reading

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“The Ten Vows for Love”

(Responsive Reading for Wedding or Anniversary) Officiant: Today we affirm the vows that sustain a marriage. These are blessings, not burdens—guiding lights for your shared journey. 1. Remember the first love. Cherish the tenderness and delight of your earliest days … Continue reading

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“사랑의 십계명”

(결혼식 또는 기념일을 위한 교독문) 집례자: 오늘 우리는 결혼을 지탱하는 서약을 함께 확인합니다. 이것들은 짐이 아니라 축복이며, 두 분의 여정을 인도하는 빛입니다. 1. 첫사랑을 기억하십시오. 결혼 전과 초기에 나누었던 온유함과 기쁨을 소중히 여기십시오. 부부: 그렇게 하겠습니다. 2. 특별한 날들을 기념하십시오. … Continue reading

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