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Centering: The Asian American Christian Podcast

Centered: Resources for the Asian American Church
Toxic Ministry
Spiritual Bypassing
Asian American Perspectives
Sabbath
Emotional Health
Asian American Christianity
Sacrificial Faith
Asian American Christian Experience
Spirit's Anointing
Community Accountability
Charismatic Authority
Asian American Community
John Calvin
Ignatian Spirituality
Little Lights
Mixed Race and Multiracial Identity
Asian American Evangelicalism
Gaslighting
Toxic Leadership
Grace

Centering is the Asian American Christian Podcast: conversations on Christ, the Christian life, and Asian American perspectives. Through our podcast seasons, as well as specially presented content, we dive into the reality and beauty of living out Asian American Christian faith. Centering is a production of the Center for Asian American Theology and Ministry at Fuller Theological Seminary.

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To close out our 10th anniversary micro-series, we flip the format: Yulee interviews Daniel about his own journey to founding the Asian American Center at Fuller Seminary. It’s a more personal episode than usual, tracing the family history, faith for... more

This episode continues our 10th anniversary micro-series with a conversation featuring Dr. Ken Fong—longtime pastor of Evergreen Baptist Church of Los Angeles, former national Asian American ministry leader, and Daniel's predecessor as Executive Dire... more

Asian, Asian American, and the Making of a Center: A Conversation with Jane Hong In this episode, Daniel and Yulee welcome Dr. Jane Hong, professor of history at Occidental College and author of the award-winning Opening the Gates to Asia, for a conv... more

To kick off our 10th anniversary micro-series celebrating the Asian American Center at Fuller Seminary, we sit down with Dr. Tim Tseng, Asian American church historian and director of the Asian American Christian History Institute (AACHI). Tim takes ... more

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Recent Guests

Ken Fong
Early national voice in Asian American ministry; first executive director of Fuller's Asian American Initiative
Fuller Theological Seminary
Episode: Faith Imagination and the Fight to Belong: A Conversation with Ken Fong
Jane Hong
Professor of History at Occidental College; author of Opening the Gates to Asia
Occidental College
Episode: Asian, Asian American, and the Making of a Center: A Conversation with Jane Hong
Tim Tseng
Asian American Church Historian and Director of Asian American Christian History Institute (AACHI)
AACHI
Episode: Forgotten Leaders and Why History Matters: A Conversation with Tim Tseng
Michelle Phương Hồ
Vietnamese American poet, author of Bone Symphony
Poet, author of Bone Symphony
Episode: Bone Symphony—Poetry as Spiritual Practice: A Conversation with Michelle Phương Hồ
Steve Park
Founder of Little Lights, activist focused on race literacy and urban ministry
Little Lights (Washington, DC)
Episode: Justice Work for the Long Haul: A Conversation with Steven Park
Drew Hyun
Founder and lead pastor of Hope Church New York; Executive director of Emotionally Healthy Discipleship
Hope Church New York; Emotionally Healthy Discipleship
Episode: Beautiful, Disappointing, and Hopeful: A Conversation with Drew Hyun
Jean Neely
Korean American writer, professor at Azusa Pacific University, author of Christ in the Abyss
Azusa Pacific University
Episode: Christ in the Abyss–Encountering God in Suffering: A Conversation with Jean Neely
Kevin Doi
Affiliate professor and director of Asian American Pastoral Formation Initiative
Asian American Center / Fuller Theological Seminary
Episode: Everyday Rhythms and Sacred Encounters: A Conversation with Kevin Doi
Jenn Suen Chen
Author, spiritual director, co-founder of Khora Collective
Khora Collective
Episode: Dim Sum, Stories, and the Search for Home: A Conversation with Jenn Suen Chen

Hosts

Yuli Li
Host of the podcast with a focus on Centering and Asian American Christian discourse
Daniel Lee
Host/Interviewer focusing on theology, ministry, and community life from a Fuller Seminary-backed center
Yulee Lee
Co-host bringing focus on race, faith, and community perspectives

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 57 ratings
  • Phenomenal

    As a midwestern white man at a multi-ethnic church in LA led by a Korean American lead pastor, I began to listen to this podcast to understand the cultural differences that an Asian American upbringing has from others and to gain insight in how to love my Asian American brothers and sisters. This podcast has been incredibly helpful in my own journey of attempting to decenter the whiteness of my faith. Highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jerry kassebaum
    United States6 years ago
  • Best podcast on AA experience

    Such an educational, casual & IMPORTANT podcast. These conversations give me language to my experience that I have never been able to communicate.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Michkimphoto
    United States7 years ago
  • Great podcast

    This is a theologically rich and suggestive, yet down to earth podcast. Perfect length too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jeffrey Yim
    United States8 years ago
  • Wow.

    The combined ministry experience and wisdom of these guys is incredible. Highly recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Danielsangi
    United States8 years ago

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The format is seen as respectful, candid, and deeply informative about mentorship, ministry, and identity.
Listeners praise the show for providing language and context around Asian American faith experiences.

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Forgotten Leaders and Why History Matters: A Conversation with Tim Tseng
Q: What does AACHI stand for, and why was it created?
AACHI stands for Asian American Christian History Institute, created to unearth and elevate the long-standing but often overlooked histories of Asian American Christian communities, rather than portraying recent origins or Columbus-ing history.
Forgotten Leaders and Why History Matters: A Conversation with Tim Tseng
Q: What's significant about the way PACTS started, and what can we learn from that beginning?
PACTS began as a pastor-led initiative in 1972, emphasizing listening to diverse Asian American voices and prioritizing local ministry over centralized theology, with the aim of empowering Asian American Christians rather than pursuing a unified theology.
Justice Work for the Long Haul: A Conversation with Steven Park
Q: How do you balance passion for justice with personal well-being and family life in a demanding ministry?
Steve stresses emotional health as a core metric of success, the need for boundaries, personal leave, and collaborative strengths with his wife Mary to sustain long-term ministry without burnout.
Justice Work for the Long Haul: A Conversation with Steven Park
Q: What have you learned about teaching race literacy in evangelical spaces, especially amid political and cultural pushback?
He emphasizes safe, facilitated small-group discussions, presenting historical facts, and grounding lessons in scripture to illuminate justice, while acknowledging hesitancy and donor shifts in some churches.
Mixed Race, Mixed Identity, and Belonging: A Conversation with Courtney Turner
Q: What practical steps can families and churches take to support mixed-race kids?
Encourage open conversation about race in the home, invite curiosity, and provide a space where kids can process experiences without fear of judgment, ensuring they know they belong even when they face confusing or painful moments.

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This show centers on conversations about Christ, the Christian life, and Asian American perspectives within faith communities. Across episodes, guests range from ministry leaders to scholars, poets, and activists who discuss topics like Asian American ministry history, church leadership, race, belonging, mixed heritage, trauma and healing, and spiritual practices in everyday life. Notable strengths include thoughtful guest selection from academia, theology, and community organizing, plus a focus on authentic lived experience within Asian American Christian contexts. Listeners can expect nuanced discussions about faith, identity, and justice, with practical takeaways for ministry, leadership, and personal growth.

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2. Jane Hong
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4. Michelle Phương Hồ
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6. Drew Hyun
7. Jean Neely
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