Pastor YoungHak (he/him) has a great passion for spreading the good news of Jesus Christ. He believes that this world can be a better place with the teachings of Jesus Christ because he has seen how the gospel transforms and saves people’s lives. As a United Methodist, Pastor YoungHak also believes that no child of God is unqualified to receive God’s abundant grace and love. Trinity UMC will continue to be a safe and sacred place that opens doors, opens hearts, and opens minds to all people regardless of who they are.

Originally from Seoul, South Korea, YoungHak had the pleasure of living in different countries during his teenage years, such as India, South Korea, the U.S., and the Philippines. Living in the U.S. since he was thirteen, he has served in various ministries: campus ministry, Army chaplain assistant, and youth and children’s ministry. YoungHak completed a Master of Divinity at Drew Theological School and a Master of Sacred Theology in  New Testament at Yale University Divinity School.