The Podluck

The Podluck
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A conversation podcast for Korean American Adventist about the intersection of Culture and Faith

Episodes

  1. 3d ago

    Episode 12: Pickleball

    This week we talk about Pickleball! We cannot talk about the intersection of culture and faith in our Adventist community without talking about Pickleball. Chris shares why he thinks Pickleball is the most Christian sport and Jason shares why he is hesitant to play. This kicks off a larger discussion of sports tournaments and if they aid or hinder ministry Chapters 00:00 Historic D.C. Weather05:29 The Rise of Pickleball23:27 The Basketball Tournament Controversy26:12 Impact of Tournaments on Ministry Effectiveness31:17 Effectiveness of Tournaments in Drawing People to Church36:19 Sports and Hobbies as Effective Outreach Tools

  2. Jul 7

    Episode 11: EM/KM

    This week we discuss the structure and dynamics of the English ministry (EM) and Korean ministry (KM) within the church, including the relationship between EM and KM pastors. We also explore the cultural and organizational aspects of the church within a church model, as well as the unique challenges and opportunities that arise from this structure. The conversation delves into the dynamics of the relationship between English Ministry (EM) and Korean Ministry (KM) pastors, highlighting the impact of leadership changes, staff meetings, and board meetings on the church. We finish by each sharing a KM Pastor that we enjoyed working with and helped enhance the overall church ministry because of their presence. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast10:32 Church Within a Church Model18:12 English Ministry and Korean Ministry Dynamics31:33 Community Services and Missions36:53 Staff Meetings and Coordination47:00 KM Pastors that we enjoyed working with

  3. Jun 30

    Episode 10: East Coast Korean Camp Meeting

    This is a special live on-location episode! Jason is at East Coast Korean Camp Meeting! They discuss the structure, leadership, as well as the anticipation and excitement surrounding the event. Jason answers questions about ECKCM such as organizational structure, what the worships are like, and the difference of hosting a Camp Meeting at a public university. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to The Podluck07:47 What it's like to be back!13:44 Differences in Leadership and Structure19:40 Lay Leaders and Anticipation for Camp Meeting25:54 Worship style at ECKCM32:44 Favorite East Coast Camp Meeting Stories

  4. Jun 23

    Episode 9: Cultural Effervescence

    In this special drop episode, Chris and Jason talk about 2 sporting events that took place recently: The World Cup and the New York Knicks Championship. They discuss the friendship between Korea and Mexico that is happening during the World Cup and compare it to their experience living in Southern California. They then talk about the Knicks Championship run and talk about the concept of collective effervescence; the idea of a group of people uniting for a common goal or hope, and how we experience it in our churches and in our personal spiritual journey. Chapters 00:00 Podluck Podcast Introduction06:43 Korea-Mexico World Cup Relationship13:25 Korean-Mexican Relationship in Southern California19:19 Loving The Idea vs. The Reality26:07 The Early Church's Cultural Challenges36:14 The Concept of Collective Effervescence40:22 The Transient Nature of Sports Joy vs. Everlasting Joy in Jesus

  5. Jun 16

    Episode 8: Dear Church Part 2

    We continue reading questions and comments that Pastors want to tell their churches. This episode we talk about Church Culture and the desire for a church to be built on prayer, the concept of consumerism, and the issue of inviting people to church when the church infrastructure is not ready for it. Chapters 00:00 Instagram Post Controversy07:18 Question One: A Church Culture Built on Prayer13:46 A Hypothetical Pastor's Struggle with Prayer21:33 Question Two: do u want to invite ppl to church?33:52 Question Three: We're Just Saying We Miss You

  6. Jun 9

    Episode 7: Dear Church

    During the annual EMPAC meeting, Chris and Jason asked Pastors to anonymously turn in questions or things they would like to say to their congregation. Chris and Jason reads some of those questions and comments and shares their thoughts about some of the honest feelings our pastors have. Chapters 00:00 Jason's Toe Update03:41 Intro of prompt to Pastors07:51 Question One: Sermons12:00 Pressure to Innovate and have Engaging Sermons19:02 Question Two: Honoring Sabbath26:30 Question Three: Youth Involvement28:14 Roles of Parent/Pastor/Church in Youth Involvement

  7. Jun 2

    Episode 6: Korean Korean

    This episode we continue our discussion about Korea's relationship with other groups by talking about the relationship between people from Korea and Korean Americans. We dive into topics such as the Korean-American experience and the differences in the way that the two groups perceive each other and how our churches are impacted by that dynamic Chapters 00:00 Exploring Korean-American Identity14:29 Geopolitical Perspectives on Korea and America19:55 Identity and Cultural Experience25:11 Integration and Community Needs36:00 Diversity and Experience of Jesus

  8. May 26

    Episode 5: KAYAMM

    A special drop podcast! This episode features an in-depth discussion about the Korean American Youth Adventist Missionary Movement (KAYAMM), covering its history, structural changes, and future plans. The conversation highlights the impact of KAYAMM on the Korean American community and what to expect in 2026 and beyond Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Pop-Up Episode and Guest Intro06:20 Transition to KCA and Impact on Decision-Making22:32 Comparison of Previous and Current Structure of KAYAMM29:25 Future Plans for KAYAMM38:36 KAYAMM in 2026

  9. May 19

    Episode 4: Beef

    In this episode, Chris and Jason talk about the tension between South Korea and Southeast Asia and relationship between Korea and its Asian neighbors. They also discuss how that tension or relationship manifests itself in our local church and in the way that we do mission work. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Intersection of Culture, Faith, and the Korean American Adventist Experience09:00 Korea's relationship with other Asian countries14:26 What is the relationship between the Korean American church and its Asian Church neighbors26:25 Mission work and the idea of a 'Zero Cultural Footprint' mentality

  10. Apr 19

    Episode 2: State Of The Union

    The Podluck Podcast explores the intersection of culture and faith in the Korean American Adventist community. We discuss the state of the Korean American Church, challenges in hiring pastors, and the impact of church structure on vision and ministry. We also delve into the historical perspective of pastoral ministry and the unique church structure of Korean churches. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Podluck Podcast06:42 Challenges of English Ministry Churches13:49 Challenges in Hiring Pastors21:25 Impact of Church Structure on Vision and Ministry29:10 Pastoral Hiring Process in Korean Churches

  11. Apr 17

    Episode 3: The History

    The episode explores the history and development of the Korean American Adventist Church in the United States, focusing on the early days, church rivalries, and the transition from youth ministry to English ministry. . The conversation delves into the challenges and dynamics of English ministries within Korean churches, exploring topics such as financial autonomy, shared church spaces, and the future of Korean-American churches. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Podluck Podcast13:29 Pride, Tribalism, and Church Rivalries21:27 Coexistence of Korean and English Ministries37:16 Future of English Ministry and Korean-American Churches

  12. Apr 17

    The Pilot

    The inaugural episode of the Podluck Podcast introduces the concept of the podcast, its purpose, and its intended audience. It also delves into the idea of connecting the Korean Adventist community through meaningful conversations during potlucks. The podcast ends with Chris and Jason sharing their experience together at Andrews Seminary Chapters 00:00 Introducing the Podluck Podcast05:11 Purpose and Audience of the Podcast19:05 Life at Andrews University26:23 Reflections on Andrews University

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A conversation podcast for Korean American Adventist about the intersection of Culture and Faith

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  • Creator
    The Podluck
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Podluck
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    The Podluck

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