More than "Biblical Manhood and Womanhood"?
The Bible has always showed me that I don’t necessarily need to adhere to the patriarchal structure of society and it was the Bible that helped me understand my value as a woman.
Lost in Someone Else’s Armor
The biblical story of David and Goliath has helped me to contextualize much of my life as a Japanese American: I’ve tried to convince myself that I could make someone else’s “armor” fit.
Solidarity in Christ: Why AAPI Christians Must be Allies in the Pursuit of Justice
While Asian Americans may not fit neatly into the white-Black binary, we are not excluded from reckoning with the racial history of this country...Through remembrance, we take ownership of our history - even if none of us were there.
The State of Asian American Theology in Seminary: Thoughts from an Outgoing Graduate
Today’s seminaries face the necessary task of de-centering white theology and scholarship and moving toward a holistic multicultural Christianity.
A Letter to My Children About Racism
A Biblical Guide to the Do’s and Don’ts of Cultural Appropriation
Disrupting Shame and Moving Toward Healing
A Revolutionary Lament
When I began to fully lament the ways that my own Asian identity had been minimized... I was met with the God that cries out for injustice too.
Justice, Jesus, and Rest for the Weary
Even as we are called to fight the good fight, Christ’s constant invitation to us is to surrender, to rest, and to be still.
Not Goodbyes
I feel like my family has been in Lent for a year… but we also see the goodness of God’s leading us through the wilderness.
The Lament of Wednesday Nights
The starting point of healing is to be mindful of our wounds… and what these wounds have cost us.
Good Grief
Losing my father has taught me the value of grief and allowing people the space to fully process their emotions, just as Jesus did.
Bodies Matter
Our minds matter, so do our bodies. Offering our bodies in view of God's mercy is a step that the church cannot afford to neglect.
The Skin and Scent of the God Who Came Near
The fullness of Immanuel, God with us, encompassed a physical body and a rich cultural background. This season, let’s worship all of who Jesus was.
This Year Has Been Really Hard. But It Wasn’t a Mistake.
Our place in God’s kingdom remains secure, and the story isn’t over yet.
Advent Resources for the Tired Soul
More than ever, we need to seek the hope of Jesus’ coming this Advent. Here are some resources to guide you along the way.
2020’s Extraordinary Challenges Call for Extraordinary Giving
God’s people are always asked to give sacrificially. But, this year, the needs are far greater than usual.
The Immigrant Church Is Exactly What Our Divided Country Needs
As we come to terms with America’s sins, Christians on the margins can lead us toward healing.
The Church’s Role in Creating Systemic Racism, and How the Church Can Dismantle It
We still live with the legacy of historical, heretical beliefs. But God can make us new.
Prayers for Election Day
AACC staff members share their prayers for this consequential day. May you and your community be centered in the Father’s love and peace today and in the days to come.