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Sheltered in the Shadow of the Almighty: A Lectio Divina on Psalm 91

Posted on August 2, 2025 by TaeHun Yoon

on August 2, 2025 by TaeHun Yoon As I settle quietly into my chair, preparing to read Scripture, I open my heart with this prayer from Ignatius of Loyola: Teach us, good Lord, to serve you as you deserve:To give … Continue reading →

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“People Who Are Not Afraid of Failure” – Parsonage Letter (For the Sake of Beauty, Eighth Story, 2001), WanHee Yoon

Posted on August 2, 2025 by TaeHun Yoon

There seem to be two kinds of résumés in a person’s life.The first is the résumé that lists academic achievements and social experience.The second is the résumé of one’s life, written through how a person actually lived.If the first is … Continue reading →

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First day in August 2025, Friday

Posted on August 1, 2025 by TaeHun Yoon

Lectio Divina on Psalm 90By TaeHun Yoon 1. Basic Prayer in SilenceBefore I began, I prayed with all my being: Opening Prayer – “Prayer for a New Heart” by Dag Hammarskjöld (Mt. 5:8) “Thou who art over us,Thou who art … Continue reading →

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“There Is No Race Within Faith” – Parsonage Letter (For the Sake of Beauty, Story Seven, 2001), WanHee Yoon

Posted on August 1, 2025 by TaeHun Yoon

Our family has shared over almost two decade of life in faith with people of different races and ethnicities. When my husband was first ordained and began his ministry, we served in a predominantly white, Dutch-American church. The love and … Continue reading →

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Lectio Divina ; Thursday, July 31, 2025

Posted on July 31, 2025 by TaeHun Yoon

Lectio Divina on Psalm 89By TaeHun Yoon 1. Basic Prayer in Silence (Silent Preparation): I entered into stillness. Sitting quietly, I closed my eyes and took three deep breaths. My shoulders dropped. My heart slowed. In my imagination, I walked … Continue reading →

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Lectio Divina ; Wednesday, July 30, 2025

Posted on July 30, 2025 by TaeHun Yoon

Sacred Text: Psalm 88 Opening Prayer — A Cry for a New Heart I sit quietly, my hands resting in stillness. I offer this prayer, drawn from the longing of the heart: “O Thou who art over us, Thou who … Continue reading →

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“Dream” – Parsonage Letter (For the Sake of Beauty, Story Five, 2001) by WanHee Yoon

Posted on July 30, 2025 by TaeHun Yoon

The dream and vision that blossom in the soul of a person are more beautiful than anything in this world. If that dream is only for one’s own wealth and honor, it will soon wither like the flowers of the … Continue reading →

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Lectio Divina on July 29, 2025

Posted on July 29, 2025 by TaeHun Yoon

Sacred Text: Psalm 87 1. Silencio – Entering the Stillness I quietly sit on my chair. I breathe deeply—three slow breaths— drawing stillness into my body, peace into my soul. Then, I whisper: “Oh, come, let us sing to the … Continue reading →

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“A Dream of a Believer” – A Letter from the Parsonage (For the Sake of Beauty, Story Four, 2001) by WanHee Yoon

Posted on July 29, 2025 by TaeHun Yoon

Among the members of our church, there is a person who lives far from the church yet remains deeply committed to a life of faith. She has always been more diligent than anyone in attending services, receiving pastoral visits, and … Continue reading →

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“It All Depends on the Heart” – A Pastoral Letter (For the Sake of Beauty, Third Story, 2001) by WanHee Yoon

Posted on July 28, 2025 by TaeHun Yoon

There’s a common saying: “Life depends on how you set your heart.”It’s true. Even the challenges between spouses, issues among siblings, and the tangled complexities of daily life can suddenly seem to unravel when we change our attitude. Once the … Continue reading →

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