Meet Our Pastors
Senior Pastor
Pastor James immigrated to the United States at the age of 15 from South Korea before finding his home in Los Angeles, California. He attended USC (go Trojans!) and majored in biomedical engineering with the intent of becoming a medical doctor. But God had different plans for him and during his senior year at USC, God called him into ministry. After obtaining his BS, he enrolled at Fuller Theological Seminary, where he has since completed his Master of Art in Pastoral Counseling, Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy (MSMFT), and Doctor of Ministry in Pastoral Counseling.
One of Pastor James' foremost and unwavering commitments is to strengthen and empower the families of this generation. This dedication remains steadfast as he serves as the senior pastor at GMC for EM and KM. He is thankful for the partnership with GMC’s pastoral staff and lay leadership team, whose faithful support makes it possible for him to honor his commitment and dedication in serving the church.
His beloved life partner of 32 years (and counting), Alisa-his wife, shares in his fervor of serving the Lord. You will often find her serving alongside her husband or in the neighborhood serving the elderly or special needs community. Alisa’s smile is as contagious as her love for the Lord. Together, they are blessed with three precious daughters—Faith, Hope, and Joy—each of whom is embarking on her own journey in pursuit of God's plan.
If he’s not at church, you’ll likely find Pastor James indulging in his favorite treat at Wendy’s! Pastor James enjoys spending time with his family and fellowshipping with God’s people. While he's naturally an introvert, his life calling compels him to be otherwise!
