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Christ in Korean Suffering and Hope (Sermon, New Jersey 1984)

at the South Orange United Methodist Church on Sunday, New Jersey, in March 18, 1984 Dear friends in Christ, Today, we gather not only as individuals of faith, but as people who carry a deep and shared national history. As … Continue reading →

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The Divine Dance (Sermon for Deacon Process, New York 1984)

on Trinity Sunday (Text: John 3:1-15) For the sermon which the process of deacon/probationary status required submitted to the board of ordained ministry of the New York Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church. January, 1984 / Madison, New Jersey … Continue reading →

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Risk and Sacrifice – Personal/Theological Statement for Deacon Process, New York 1984 (10)

Submitted to the Board of Ordained Ministry of the New York Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church, January 1984, as part of the requirements for Deacon/Probationary status. Edited on April 6, 2025. C. Christian Life 3. What do you … Continue reading →

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Complete Dedication – Personal/Theological Statement for Deacon Process, New York 1984 (9)

Submitted to the Board of Ordained Ministry of the New York Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church, January 1984, as part of the requirements for Deacon/Probationary status. C. Christian Life 2. For the sake of the mission of Jesus … Continue reading →

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Understanding the Christian Life in United Methodist Theology – Personal/Theological Statement for Deacon Process, New York 1984 (8)

Submitted to the Board of Ordained Ministry of the New York Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church, January 1984, as part of the requirements for Deacon/Probationary status. C. The Christian Life What is your understanding of the Christian life … Continue reading →

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Confidentiality in Pastoral Conversations – Personal/Theological Statement for Deacon Process, New York 1984 (7)

Submitted to the Board of Ordained Ministry of the New York Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church, January 1984, as part of the requirements for Deacon/Probationary status. B. Practice of Ministry 3. Confidentiality in Pastoral Conversations Yes, I will … Continue reading →

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Personal Gifts for Ministry – Personal/Theological Statement for Deacon Process, New York 1984 (5)

Submitted to the Board of Ordained Ministry of the New York Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church, January 1984, as part of the requirements for Deacon/Probationary status. B. The Practice of Ministry 1. Personal Gifts for Ministry: Strengths and … Continue reading →

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Understanding of the Kingdom of God and the Mission of the Church – Personal/Theological Statement for Deacon Process, New York 1984 (4)

Submitted to the Board of Ordained Ministry of the New York Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church, January 1984, as part of the requirements for Deacon/Probationary status. A. THEOLOGY AND VOCATION 4. Understanding of the Kingdom of God and … Continue reading →

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Theological Tasks of a United Methodist Minister – Personal/Theological Statement for Deacon Process, New York 1984 (3)

Submitted to the Board of Ordained Ministry of the New York Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church, January 1984, as part of the requirements for Deacon/Probationary status. A. THEOLOGY AND VOCATION 3. Theological Tasks of a United Methodist Minister … Continue reading →

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Understanding of Vocation in Ministry – Personal/Theological Statement for Deacon Process, New York 1984 (2)

Submitted to the Board of Ordained Ministry of the New York Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church, January 1984, as part of the requirements for Deacon/Probationary status. A. THEOLOGY AND VOCATION 2. Understanding of Vocation in Ministry My calling … Continue reading →

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