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“I’m Crazy!”
Last fall, my younger sister and her family immigrated from Korea. I spent quite some time wondering where and how to help her begin her new life. People often say that an immigrant’s first steps in America—and even the shape … Continue reading
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“On the Third Day”
Beloved, collision follows collision.And the days—the days do not improve. People certain of their rightnessmeet the machinery of the state,power moving through the streetslike weather—impersonal, efficient, hard to stop. But remember this:everyone belongs to someone. Sons and daughters.Fathers and mothers.Uncles, … Continue reading
“Animal Story”
It was about a year ago when I first met Yongsuni. Barely a year old at the time, he ran to me the moment he saw me—climbing up and down my arms in excitement and showering me with endless, unwanted … 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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The First Step of the New Year
Well—yesterday and todayflow at the same unhurried pace.Time does not change its speedfor our sake.Yet in this house, after my wife has gone,everything stands where it always stood,and nothing is the same. I have left untouchedthe work she once tended,yet … Continue reading
“Current Affairs Commentary II”
Hello everyone. The shopping season has returned. As the year draws to a close, it seems as if newspapers and every form of media have made a firm decision to make people buy something—anything. A full‑scale sales war is underway. … Continue reading
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“Conversation With Our Children”
“Now, let’s begin our Q&A game. Question 1: What are the three universities your parents like the most?” “Me! Harvard, Yale, and Stanford!” “Yes, correct! Question 2: Who is your parents’ ideal marriage partner for you?” “Yes. A Korean person … Continue reading
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“The Ten Vows for Love”
(Responsive Reading for Wedding or Anniversary) Officiant: Today we affirm the vows that sustain a marriage. These are blessings, not burdens—guiding lights for your shared journey. 1. Remember the first love. Cherish the tenderness and delight of your earliest days … Continue reading
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“Opening the Door of the Soul” © WanHee Yoon, written as the 39th story in the letter from the parsonage series, Souls That Leap Like Deer, (1996)
There’s a door I always open whenever I leave the early morning prayer meeting at church. It’s the Parlor, located in a corner of the church building. As I open the door, I’m immediately struck by the sense of peace … Continue reading
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“November’s Bride” © Yoon Wan-Hee (Faith Column #35, November 1999)
Not long ago, a wedding invitation arrived, carried on the autumn breeze. It was adorned with elegant gold lettering, and the envelope bore the name “Mrs. Doris Martinez”—a familiar name from the American church I once pastored. “To unite two … Continue reading
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