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“Prison Uniform”

The church decided to invite the inmates who had worked hard on the renovation project and offer them a dinner of appreciation and encouragement. Wearing their neatly pressed blue uniforms and freshly shaved, the inmates entered the fellowship hall prepared … Continue reading

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“Volunteer Service”

Among the many things deeply rooted in American life, one that I have always admired is volunteerism. Not only in hospitals, schools, and churches, but also in international events, national competitions, and even elections, the unified strength of volunteers forms … Continue reading

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새벽이 열리면

새벽기도회는 하나님이 우리 한민족에게 주신 특별하신 영적인 만남의 시간입니다. 뉴욕의 후러싱지역에 한국인들이 정착하기 시작하면서부터, 한동안 각 지역 경찰들이 소동이 난일이 있다고 합니다. 이상하게도 새벽 5시 무렵이면, 가방을 든 동양여인들이 어딘지 모르게 바쁘게 몰려 갔다가 돌아 가는 모습이었습니다. 순찰을 돌던 경찰들은 … Continue reading

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“What Can a Woman Do?”

In the past, a common saying in Korea was, “What can a woman do?” I’m not sure whether people still use that expression now, fifteen years after leaving Korea, but the phrase itself seems to deny a person’s very existence. … Continue reading

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숨겨둔 병기

“따르릉, 따르릉” 이른 아침에 아이들을 학교에 막 데리고 나서려는데 전화 벨이 급하게 울렸다. 각 가정에서도 마찬가지겠지만, 아침 8시가 되기도 전에 목사관에 전화 벨이 울리는 것은 긴급한 일임에 틀림없었다. 나는 약간은 긴장을 하면서 전화를 집어드니, 목소리가 귀에 익은 분의 전화였다. 그러나 … Continue reading

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“When the World Looks Different”

One day, after finishing my grocery shopping, I noticed a stack of real‑estate magazines displayed in bright, tempting colors at the entrance. Seeing the word Free printed on the sign, I picked up a booklet filled with vacation homes in … Continue reading

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“The Wings of Time”

After sending off Christmas—the day we had prepared for and awaited so long—and as we look back on the few remaining days of the year, I pause for a moment to catch my breath after months that felt breathlessly busy. … Continue reading

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“Those Who Followed the Star”

As Christmas approaches, the whole world seems to turn into a festival. Children, the elderly, young adults, and women alike begin to long for the deep mysteries of this season, setting out on an inner journey to rediscover the sources … Continue reading

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말을 잃은 친구: 「일곱 번째 친구」이후

얼마 전, 나는 「일곱 번째 친구(The Seventh Friend)」라는 짧은 글을 접했습니다. 그 글은 오래도록 내 마음에 남아 있습니다. 어떤 사람이 처음 암 진단을 받으면, 많은 친구들이 찾아온다. 각자 말과 설명, 혹은 조언을 들고서. 첫 번째 친구는 충격에 휩싸여 말합니다.“도저히 믿을 … Continue reading

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Losing words to say: After the Seventh Friend

Some time ago, I came across a short piece called “The Seventh Friend.” It stayed with me. When a person is first diagnosed with cancer, many friends come—each carrying words, explanations, or advice. The first friend arrives in shock:“I can’t … Continue reading

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