When Women Preach
The podcast, "When Women Preach..." highlights women preachers from AAPI and Latina faith communities. In order to create a more equal pulpit, we talk about experiences and resources that prepare women of color to preach effectively.
Host: Young Lee Hertig & Cris Otonari
Sound Producer: Joana Choi
Music: urmymuse // Paul Choi
Hosted by ISAAC (Innovative Space for Asian American Christianity) as a part of the PastoraLab Project Institute.
http://www.isaacweb.org/
Disclaimer: The views, actions, and affiliations of guests invited on 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.
Episodes
67 episodes
The Voices We Can’t Afford to Lose—AAPI Women & Giving Tuesday
This conversation pulls back the curtain on why so many AAPI women in ministry still feel unseen—and how ISAAC’s PastoraLab is changing that reality nationwide. Dr. Young Lee Hertig and Jane Hong-Guzman de Leon share 15+ years of stories, break...
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27:23
Meeting People Where They Are: Church Planting & Healthy Leadership Transitions with Alex Choi
In this episode of 'When Women Preach', Pastor Alex Choi shares hard-won wisdom from planting churches in Los Angeles and serving in Portland, revealing how authentic storytelling and deep listening transformed his ministry. He offers practical...
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45:02
The Dinner Church Collective: A New Approach with Sally Lee
In this episode of 'When Women Preach', host Cris Otonari speaks with Reverend Sally Lee about her experiences as a Chinese American faith leader. They discuss the importance of cultural identity in church leadership, the innovative Dinner Chur...
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27:14
Abriendo Brecha: Latina Faith Leaders on Friendship and Joy with Jennifer Guerra Aldana
In this episode of When Women Preach, we explore themes of empowerment for AAPI and Latina women in faith leadership, the emotional journey of academic achievement, and the importance of community and friendship in both personal and professiona...
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26:49
Redeeming Eden with Joyce Koo Dalrymple
In this episode of When Women Preach, Joyce Koo Dalrymple to discuss her upcoming book, Redeeming Eden. The conversation explores the often-overlooked narratives of women in the Bible, emphasizing their crucial roles in redemptive history. Joyc...
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31:07
Uncovering the Mary of Nazareth Hidden From Us with Kay Higuera Smith
In this episode of 'When Women Preach,' hosts Cris Otonari and Young Lee Hertig engage with Dr. Kay Higuera-Smith, who discusses her extensive research on Mary of Nazareth. The conversation explores the importance of a gynocentric interpretive ...
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42:45
Building Belonging from the Margins with Ajung Sojwal
In this episode of 'When Women Preach,' we engage with Rev. Ajung Sojwal, exploring her transformative journey in faith leadership. Rev. Sojwal shares her experiences in the Episcopal Church, navigating identity, and the importance of peer comm...
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28:51
The Hidden Costs of Representation in the Church with Russell Jeung
In this episode of 'When Women Preach', Young & Cris engage with Russell Jeung, a sociologist and long-time advocate for the AAPI community. The conversation explores barriers to leadership, the need for institutional support, and the impac...
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30:54
Faith in Full Color with Adam Hendrix
In this episode of When Women Preach, hosts Cris Otonari and Young Lee Hertig engage in a profound conversation with Adam Hendrix about the empowerment of AAPI women in faith leadership. They explore the intersection of art and faith, the chall...
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34:05
When the Pulpit Shifts with Phyllis Kim Myung
In this episode of 'When Women Preach,' we welcome Rev. Phyllis Kim Myung, the newly appointed lead pastor of New City Church in Los Angeles. Phyllis shares her unique journey into ministry, her transition into leadership, and the importance of...
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26:22
Navigating the Challenges of Caregiving and Insights into Leadership with Margaret Yu
In this episode of 'When Women Preach', Margaret shares her journey of caring for her elderly parents, emphasizing the dignity and worth of individuals, especially in marginalized communities. She discusses the intersection of caregiving and le...
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32:41
Empowering Women Leaders with Florence Li
In this episode of 'When Women Preach', Florence shares insights on the transformative process of action and reflection, the significance of grace in leadership, and the cultural respect necessary for meaningful connections. The conversation hi...
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33:43
The Women That Shape Us with Daniel Lee
In this episode of 'When Women Preach', Daniel Lee shares his personal journey, the influential women in his life, and his experiences in ministry, emphasizing the need for gender equity and the role of male allies in supporting women leaders. ...
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Season 4
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Episode 11
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35:08
Healing, Deliverance, and the Power of Soul Care with Jennifer Jiang
In this episode of When Women Preach, Jennifer Jiang shares her journey of returning to active ministry, the launch of her Soul Care ministry, the challenges she faced as a woman in a church that does not traditionally affirm female leade...
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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32:16
*Special Announcement: Leading for Equity, A GivingTuesday Call to Action
❤️ On Tuesday, Dec. 3rd, DONATE: https://givingtuesday.mightycause.com/organization/isaacfellowship1---Other Ways to Participate:STEP 1&nbs...
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3:12
Leading with Generosity in Advocacy with Diane Ujiiye
Diane Ujiiye shares her journey as an activist, discussing her experiences with community service, public policy, and the importance of solidarity among marginalized groups. She emphasizes the need for connection, understanding, and generosity ...
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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29:59
The Vision for Asian American PreacHer with Maila Kue Kim
Maila Kue Kim unveils her vision for a creative directory designed to amplify the visibility of Asian American women and expand the church's access to vital resources.ResourcesAsian American PreacHer:
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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28:54
Why is This Story in the Bible? with Yena Hwang
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 epis...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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34:18
Breaking through Gender & Generation Ceilings with Aneeth Rico Ocegueda
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 belo...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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30:35
Walking in Mary Li Hsu's Shoes Legacy with Katharine Hsiao
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 lo...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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36:29
Understanding One's Agency and Giving Back to the AAPI Community with Debbie Gin
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...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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38:19
Discovering Hidden Korean Heritage with Russell Moy
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 ...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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28:58
Experiencing God's Presence through Immanuel Journaling with Sungshim Loppnow
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 ...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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34:54
Embracing identity as a Japanese American daughter of God with Cris Otonari
In this episode, we sit down with Cris Otonari, 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 ...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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32:21