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“Angel”

© Yoon Wan-Hee (Faith Column #22, LA Christian Today, March 7, 2007) Among the church families, there is one home so filled with angel figurines that it could be called an “angel museum.” Looking closely at each figure, you see … Continue reading

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“The Blessing of Listening”

© WanHee Yoon, (Letter from the Parsonage, #21, LA Christian Today, August 15, 2001) There are times when, after a long conversation, we walk away thinking, “What a waste of words.” Even when both parties seem engaged and passionate, hoping … Continue reading

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“Grief—Echoes of Death’s Memory”

© WanHee Yoon, (Pastoral Home Faith Column #19, LA Christian Today, October 3, 2001) Grief and death are inseparable companions in the human journey. The loss of loved ones—through divorce, separation, or unexpected death—inevitably feels like the death of a … Continue reading

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“The Art of Encounter “

Lately, I’ve been enjoying the joy of new encounters with members of the congregation at the church where my husband was recently appointed. It feels like the beginning of another honeymoon phase in ministry. Over the past 30 years of … Continue reading

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“Forgiveness”

Last summer, our youngest son—now 21—declared his independence and left home. Living at home while attending college had felt stifling to him, and though he had long wanted to leave, my husband and I had always opposed it. But one … Continue reading

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(Boss) — Pastor’s Wife Faith Column #14 © Yoon Wan-Hee, LA Christian Today, September 28, 2011

In our family, my mother-in-law was affectionately known as “the Boss.” Of course, she was the eldest, so it was only natural—but behind that title lay a will that no one could sway, a sharp discernment and memory unmatched by … Continue reading

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“When the Mountain Falls”

© Yoon Wan-Hee A few days ago, a photo was posted on Facebook of Jason, the director of Buffalo Mountain Camp, standing before a wooden cross, gazing at the sunrise over the mountain in the early morning. Something about that … Continue reading

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(In the Process) — Pastor’s Wife Faith Column #11 by Yoon Wan-Hee, LA Christian Today, July 30, 2008

These days, in the thick of summer, it’s become harder and harder to catch a glimpse of my college-aged son’s face. As soon as summer break began, he joined a Christian band, and his days away from home for performances … Continue reading

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“Ruth Bell Graham — A Tribute” © WanHee Yoon, LA Christian Today, 7/11/2007, Pastoral Faith Column #8

In the journey of life, we each encounter role models who quietly shape our hearts. For me, one of those figures has long been Ruth Bell Graham, the wife of Reverend Billy Graham. When she passed away last month (June … Continue reading

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“The Choice of Abundance”

A few weeks ago, our church hosted a 100th birthday celebration for one of our members, Mrs. Katie Broyles. She became a teacher at the age of 18 and served in education for 47 years before retiring. Even now, she … Continue reading

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