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First day in August 2025, Friday

Posted on August 1, 2025 by TaeHun Yoon 윤 태헌 尹 太憲

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”

Posted on August 1, 2025 by TaeHun Yoon 윤 태헌 尹 太憲

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 윤 태헌 尹 太憲

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 윤 태헌 尹 太憲

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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Lectio Divina on July 29, 2025

Posted on July 29, 2025 by TaeHun Yoon 윤 태헌 尹 太憲

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”

Posted on July 29, 2025 by TaeHun Yoon 윤 태헌 尹 太憲

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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“The Festival of Lake Gennesaret”

Posted on July 27, 2025 by TaeHun Yoon 윤 태헌 尹 太憲

That night, their boat drifted across the lake in darkness. Under a full moon high in the sky, the lake lay still—as if even the breath of waterfowl could be heard—and only the sound of empty waves lapping against the … Continue reading →

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“In the End, We Shall Return to Dust”

Posted on July 26, 2025 by TaeHun Yoon 윤 태헌 尹 太憲

This year, I have found myself attending more funerals, as several neighbors have suddenly passed away. The news of someone who seemed perfectly fine just hours before suddenly dying hits like a bolt of lightning, leaving me in disbelief. The … Continue reading →

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“Treasure in an Earthen Vessel”

Posted on July 24, 2025 by TaeHun Yoon 윤 태헌 尹 太憲

A few days ago, I came across a heartbreaking article in the newspaper. It reported that a young OB-GYN doctor had been arrested by the police for illegal medical practices. The article claimed he had placed advertisements for abortion services … Continue reading →

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The Mysticism of St. Bernard of Clairvaux

Posted on June 30, 2025 by TaeHun Yoon 윤 태헌 尹 太憲

Mysticism in Western Tradition, THETH 352S-001, A course work of TaeHun Yoon with Dr. Pieter de Jong on October 25, 1984 in Drew Theological School, Madison, New Jersey. Certain notes/bibliography are updated with recent publications. The foundation of St. Bernard’s … Continue reading →

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