Join us at The Global Table as we explore the transformative power of sports in international student ministry. Discover how faith, friendship, and athletics unite diverse cultures and create lasting connections. From running marathons to playing pickleball, our guests share inspiring stories of how sports serve as a bridge to faith and community. Tune in to learn how you can make a difference in the lives of students from around the world. #FaithInAction #GlobalMinistry #SportsAndFaith

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Join your hosts, Deej and Valerie Althouse, as they kick off Season Two of The Global Table: Conversations in International Student Ministry! This episode features a deep-dive conversation with their first guest, Reverend Dr. Jin Lee, to explore the strategic importance of ministering to international students.

Dr. Lee, who himself came to the U.S. as an international student from South Korea, shares his powerful story of cultural transition, pastoral calling, and how his experience has shaped his approach to ministry. He discusses how crossing cultures allows him to better discern the centrality of the Gospel versus cultural preferences in ministry (29:55).

• Valerie's "Overhaul" (1:18): Meet your co-host, Valerie, now officially going by her full name as they launch into a new season.

• The Power of Diversity (7:48): Dr. Jin Lee shares how falling in love with the cultural diversity of the U.S. set him on his unique journey.

• A Missionary to America (12:40): Hear Dr. Lee's mother's unique perspective on his calling—he is an "ambassador of Christ" and a missionary to America.

• Introducing the World Changers House (38:08): Valerie and Jin unveil the vision for the Scott Alt House, World Changers House in New York City.

• Strategic Impact: Multiplication, Not Addition (42:36): Discover why the ministry focuses on intensely training a small group of high-impact international student leaders.

• Reaching the Unreached (44:16): Explore the compelling, biblically-grounded strategy of focusing on students from Unreached People Groups (UPGs)—many of whom are from large nations like Japan and Bangladesh (48:19).

• Influencing Future World Leaders (54:40): Learn the astonishing statistics: 43% of world leaders were international students in the US or UK. Ministering to them today is the most strategic investment for the future of the Gospel and human flourishing.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about missions, church planting, and the strategic role that international student ministry (ISM) plays in fulfilling the Great Commission. Learn how to share the love of Christ with the nations in our midst by equipping the best and brightest to become global disciple-makers.

Listen now to find out how God is changing the world through international students!

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Join Valerie and Deej as they explore the transformative power of international student ministry. Discover how to connect with diverse cultures, share the love of Christ, and create meaningful relationships across the globe. Tune in for insights on leadership models, community building, and practical steps to start your own ministry. #GlobalTable #InternationalStudents #CommunityBuilding

You can connect with us on Instagram @GlobalTablePodcast or email us at globaltablepodcast@gmail.com.

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