Episodes

  • S4, Ep 7: Why is This Story in the Bible?
    Sep 5 2024

    Rev. Yena Hwang join us for a conversation surrounding her ordination and explores in depth the stories of the Bible that invokes the question, “why is this story in the Bible? What is it trying to teach us?”

    **Please note that this episode contains depictions of violence that some people may find disturbing.

    Resources
    Yena Hwang | website
    Just Brave Enough | www.justbraveenough.com

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    Host: ISAAC // @isaacfellowship // www.isaacweb.org
    Co-host / Sound Producer: Joana Choi
    Music: Paul Choi

    Disclaimer: The views, actions, and affiliations of guests invited to this podcast do not always reflect ISAAC'S official stances; they belong to the guests. This podcast is a platform for voices to be shared and perspectives to be discussed.

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    34 mins
  • S4, Ep 6: Breaking through Gender & Generation Ceilings
    Jul 26 2024

    Reverend Aneeth Rico Ocegueda shares her faith journey to become a Senior Pastor of her church at the young age of 27. As she faces opportunities and challenges, Reverend Aneeth chooses to learn new things God is showing her for the beloved congregation.

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    Host: ISAAC // @isaacfellowship // www.isaacweb.org
    Music: Paul Choi

    Disclaimer: The views, actions, and affiliations of guests invited to this podcast do not always reflect ISAAC'S official stances; they belong to the guests. This podcast is a platform for voices to be shared and perspectives to be discussed.

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    31 mins
  • S4, Ep 5: Walking in Mary Li Hsu's Shoes Legacy
    Jul 9 2024

    In this episode, we feature guest Katharine Hsiao as she shares what she learned from her mentor, Mary Li Hsu, former Assistant Dean of Yale College and Director of Yale's Asian American Cultural Center, who lived out a life of Sacrifice and love, and Joy as an advocate for Asian American Christians. We are grateful for her support of ISAAC's mission, and we will continue her legacy through PastoraLab and Podcast. You can find more about Mary Li Hsu's sacrificial and impactful life story at www.isaacweb.org.

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    Host: ISAAC // @isaacfellowship // www.isaacweb.org
    Music: Paul Choi

    Disclaimer: The views, actions, and affiliations of guests invited to this podcast do not always reflect ISAAC'S official stances; they belong to the guests. This podcast is a platform for voices to be shared and perspectives to be discussed.

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    36 mins
  • S4, Ep 4: Understanding One's Agency and Giving Back to the AAPI Community
    May 21 2024

    In this episode, we feature guest Dr. Debbie Gin as she shares her history with being a part of Asian American Women on Leadership (AAWOL) with Young almost 20 years ago and how the key needs and themes are still needed today for the AAPI Women: increasing visibility, understanding one's own agency and leadership from Multivocal Spaces, and giving back to organizations like ISAAC who seek to advance AAPI faith leaders. Please consider donating to ISAAC for GiveInMay at isaacweb.org/donate.

    Debbie Gin is ATS Director of Research and Faculty Development. Debbie's areas of personal research include pedagogy, higher education administration, multicultural education engagement, and diversity inclusivity. Debbie has been a frequent invited speaker on topics related to race, excellence, and inclusion.

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    Host: ISAAC // @isaacfellowship // www.isaacweb.org
    Music: Paul Choi

    Disclaimer: The views, actions, and affiliations of guests invited to this podcast do not always reflect ISAAC'S official stances; they belong to the guests. This podcast is a platform for voices to be shared and perspectives to be discussed.

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    38 mins
  • S4, Ep 3: Discovering Hidden Korean Heritage
    Apr 26 2024

    Welcome to our channel! In today's episode, we feature Russell Moy, ISAAC's Co-Founder and Board Chair, as he shares about how his rich Korean heritage and lineage intersects with the deep Christian faith of his late mother, Dorothy Jhung Moy. To honor her life and legacy, ISAAC will have a Dorothy Jhung Moy Legacy Fund, and Russell will match the first $10k that ISAAC raises for Give In May.

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    Host: ISAAC // @isaacfellowship // www.isaacweb.org
    Music: Paul Choi

    Disclaimer: The views, actions, and affiliations of guests invited to this podcast do not always reflect ISAAC'S official stances; they belong to the guests. This podcast is a platform for voices to be shared and perspectives to be discussed.

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    29 mins
  • S4, Ep 2: Experiencing God's Presence through Immanuel Journaling
    Apr 16 2024

    Welcome to our channel! In this episode, we feature ISAAC's PastoraLab Alumna, Sungshim Loppnow, who is a licensed psychotherapist and Spiritual Director. She shares about Immanuel Journaling as a way to interact with God and become more aware of God's compassionate presence in our lives. She will host a workshop on Immanuel Journaling on Sunday, April 21st at ISAAC's Pastoralab Open House & Spiritual Retooling event lead by Young Lee Hertig.

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    Host: ISAAC // @isaacfellowship // www.isaacweb.org
    Music: Paul Choi

    Disclaimer: The views, actions, and affiliations of guests invited to this podcast do not always reflect ISAAC'S official stances; they belong to the guests. This podcast is a platform for voices to be shared and perspectives to be discussed.

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    35 mins
  • S4, Ep 1: Embracing identity as a Japanese American daughter of God with Cris Coniconde
    Mar 15 2024

    In this episode, we sit down with Cris Coniconde, the Discipleship Director at Menlo Church, as well as a participant of our PastoraLab Cohort in the vibrant Bay Area.

    Join us as Cris shares her remarkable story, reflecting on her profound journey through ministry. From her humble beginnings to her current impactful roles within the church and community.

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    Host: ISAAC // @isaacfellowship // www.isaacweb.org
    Music: Paul Choi

    Disclaimer: The views, actions, and affiliations of guests invited to this podcast do not always reflect ISAAC'S official stances; they belong to the guests. This podcast is a platform for voices to be shared and perspectives to be discussed.

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    32 mins
  • Special: Joana's Final Episode
    Feb 27 2024

    Joana has been the co-host of the Women Women Preach podcast for the past 2 years. It has been her joy to hold space for these conversations to enrich the AAPI & Latina women of faith community. On her final episode, she reflects on the impact & future hope with Young Lee Hertig.

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    Host: ISAAC // @isaacfellowship // www.isaacweb.org
    Co-host / Sound Producer: Joana Choi
    Music: Paul Choi

    Disclaimer: The views, actions, and affiliations of guests invited to this podcast do not always reflect ISAAC'S official stances; they belong to the guests. This podcast is a platform for voices to be shared and perspectives to be discussed.

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    20 mins