“Ecumenical Ministry and Church Ministry” – Pastor Young Joo Lee
When I came to the UK in 2008, I thought that the association of churches was of utmost importance. So, in the same month that I came, when I heard there was a gathering of pastors of Korean churches in the UK, I bought a watermelon and went to introduce myself. There was a pastor […]
“The honour of understanding the heart of God” – Joohyang Song
It all started this spring. My cell leader was due to leave the UK, and we needed a new leader to lead our cell group. She had asked me whether I could, but I wasn’t sure. Life in the UK was hard enough, having to look after myself and my faith. I wasn’t sure whether […]
“Living as a father of five children” – Pastor Young Joo Lee
I have three daughters and two younger sons. My eldest daughter got married two and a half years ago and now lives in Korea, my second eldest daughter is studying for a PhD in the UK, my youngest daughter is in her 2nd year of university, my elder son is in Year 8 of secondary […]
“Go to the gym of the spirit” – Pastor Young Joo Lee
Humans are spiritual beings. My spirit is a channel through which I converse with God. Though it certainly exists within me, but it is also something I cannot locate. What is it then? I will pray with the spirit, and I will pray with the understanding also: I will sing with the spirit, and I […]
“Mission Sunday at God’s Vision Church” – Pastor Young Joo Lee
In June 2008, I was sent to London by a Korean church as a missionary. Because of this background, though I lead a Korean church, I really wanted our church to grow as a mission-oriented church, whereby all members of the congregation would be involved in mission in one way or another. From autumn of […]
“Fortunatus and Achaicus” – Pastor Jooyoung Park
We find comfort in many different ways. Someone may be comforted by being provided with food and necessary goods. Sometimes a heartfelt word of encouragement gives you the strength to get back up after spending time alone worrying. Among those who give encouragement are people who have experienced difficulties and therefore can naturally share words […]
“Is evangelism becoming unfamiliar?” – Pastor Young Joo Lee
At our Saturday evangelism meetings, I often get paired up those who are taking part in street evangelism for the very first time. It’s likely that for many members of our church, they first experience evangelism at GVC. Most people have a negative view on street evangelism. I’ve heard many times that only cult organisations […]
“Love is not easily angered” – Pastor Young Joo Lee
“For man’s anger does not bring about the righteous life that God desires.” (James 1:20); “[love] is not easily angered” (1 Corinthians 13:5) This week, Pastor Lee Young Hwan came to speak to us at an autumn conference of the Korean Churches Association in UK. As an executive of the Association, we had some time […]
“Cell meetings at God’s Vision Church” – Pastor Young Joo Lee
One of the things I’m especially focused on praying about is the recruitment and building up of cell leaders. There are currently 31 cells groups in our church. Of this number, 9 are senior cell groups (consisting of around 50 families), with 5 based in the Wimbledon church, and 4 in the central church. The […]
“After attending LCM’s Thanksgiving Service” – Pastor Young Joo Lee
Last Thursday evening, the annual London City Mission’s (LCM) Thanksgiving Service was held at Westminster Chapel. LCM is a Christian missionary organisation established in 1835 with around 200 full time staff. It is a well-trusted organisation, which receives continuous support from many local churches in the UK. LCM works closely with local churches and provide […]
