Interviewing Ji about Easter Camp
Li Lian: Describe your experience at Easter Camp?
Ji: I was impressed that many Japanese students were at the camp because I have never met Japanese students before. I was wondering about Japanese Christians but I was surprised to find that they were all not Christians yet. I thought that only Christians would attend Easter Camp; also I was surprised that they like being with Christians and were curious about God. So I asked one of the PNOCF student leaders "How did you invite non-Christians to the camp? Her answer was they prayed hard and maintained good friendships with people.
Li Lian: Are there differences between KIVF camps and OCF camps?
Ji: Quite similar except for prayer time. In KIVF, in the morning, we worship, have workshops and then group bible studies. In the afternoon, we have free time for 5 hours. We are encouraged to pray and seek God during that time. We don't really play games. In the evening, we worship, listen to the speaker, then we pray for half an hour to one hour and then group sharing before bed. KIVF camps tend to be more serious.
Li Lian: What was the highlight of your time in Foxton and at camp?
Ji: It was my first opportunity to spend a lot of time with HCFers and get to know them better. I had an opportunity to share about the EGG programme at camp. Before the presentation, I was worried that people would not understand my English or would get bored. After my presentation, I was glad that people came up to me and said they were encouraged by me. Praise God. I had a good time after camp at a restaurant with everyone. I was astonished at the size of Fiona's house and her two dogs.
I hope after a few years HCF will also be able to organise a camp like this, where many friends can join in.
4월 10일부터 2박3일간 Palmerston North TSCF에 속해있는 Overseas Christian Fellowship와 함께 Easter 캠프에 다녀왔다. 내가 속해 있는 HCF는 규모가 크지 않아서 PNOCF의 초대를 받아 캠프에 함께 참석하게 되었다.
뉴질랜드에는 부활절을 맞이한 다양한 행사들이 진행된다. 한국에서는 달걀 나눠주는 등 주로 교회안에서만 부활절을 기념하는 반면 이곳은 크리스찬이 아니여도 대부분의 사람들이 부활절을 기념한다. 마트에 가도 부활절 달걀, 선물들을 많이 판매하고 있다. 발렌타인데이와 비슷하게 달걀모양의 초콜렛을 성금요일 부터 토일월, 이렇게 4일동안 Easter holiday가 있다. 참으로 긴 연휴다^^.( 우리나라도 부활절 연휴가 있다면 더 많은 사람들이 부활절을 알게 될까? 개인적인 바람...)
자동차로 7시간이 걸려서야 Palmerstin North에 있는 Foxton에 도착했다.
뉴질랜드와서 처음으로 갔던 캠프가 뉴질랜더 수련회였다면, Easter Camp는 99%가 유학생들이었다. Launch camp보다는 어색하지 않았던거 같다. 뉴질랜드에서 생활한 시간이 지나서 인지, 아시안이어서 인지 모르겠지만^^. 특히 단 한명인 한국인 나를 반갑게 반겨줘서 더 적응하기 쉬웠던것 같다. (다시한번 K팝과 드라마에 감사..). 말레이시아, 중국, 일본 친구들이 모여있었다. 내가 가는 곳 마다 한국인이 없는 건 왜일까... 한국인 유학생을 만났으면 좋았을 껄이라는 아쉬움이 있었다.
기도회 빼고는 한국 아베프 수련회 스타일과 크게 다르진 않았다. 소그룹, 선택식 강의가 있는 것과 마지막 날에 동영상 만들어서 서로 함께 수련회 기간을 돌아보는것 또한 같았다.
숙소가 추워서일까 감기기운이 있어서 쉬는 시간에 많은 활동을 하진 못했지만 밤마다 게임하고 수다떤 것들이 참 기억에 남는다. 레크레이션 시간에 런닝맨 게임이 있었는데 아파서 참석하지 못했다. 아쉽다ㅠ.ㅠ
일본 유학생들이 꽤 있다고해서 일본 기독교 상황에 대해 물어보고 싶었지만 역시나 캠프에참가한 일본유학생들 모두 non- christian였다... 추구팀 수련회도 아닌데 non-christian 친구들이 꽤 많아서 놀랐다. 왜 이 캠프에 오고 싶었는지 물어보니 '평소에 기독교 친구들을 좋아하고, 그들의 가치관에 관심이 있고 배우고 싶어서 왔다'고 대답했다. 와우! 할렐루야다. 우리 공동체(IVF, HCF)에도 이런 감사한 일들이 생겨나길 간절히 바란다. 리더중 한명에게 물어보니 평소에 non-christian 친구들과의 우정관계를 잘 유지하고 그들을 위해 기도했다고 한다. 삶으로 보여주는 그리스도인, 기도하는 그리스도인의 중요성을 다시 한번 깨달았다.
설교하시는 간사님의 영어를 도통 이해할수 없어서 어떤 메세지 인지는 아직도 잘 모른다...
하지만 매 설교가 끝나고 소그룹으로 돌아가 함께 이야기 하는 시간이 있었는데 그 시간에 비 그리스도인 멤버들과 부활에 대해 이야기 하고 설명해 주면서 나또한 그 사건과 의미를 다시한번 되새길수 있는 감사한 시간을 보냈다.
둘째날 밤에 EGG프로그램과 한국 IVF에 대해 소개할수 있는 시간이 주어졌다. 처음엔 지루하고 못알아 듣지 않을까라는 걱정이 있었지만, 발표후 다가와서 고맙다고 이야기하는 친구들이 있었다! 내가 더 감사하고 감사했다^^
PNOCF는 개척된지 꽤 되고 자리잡은 공동체 여서인지 리더쉽이 잘 형성되어 있다고 생각했다. 우리 HCF리더들도 기도와 말씀으로 리더쉽이 세워져 갔으면 좋겟다. 아마 우리 공동체 리더들도 이번 수련회를 통해 많은 도전을 받은것 같다. 특히 Hamilton이 아닌 타지에서 함께 많은 시간을 보내서 인지 HCF친구들과도 더욱 가까워 질수 있는 시간이었다.*^^*
NZ travels 1. Wellington
Wellington is the capital of New Zealand or the windy city. I was told that the Wellington weather is mainly rainy, windy and sometimes there are earthquakes. Wellington is located in the bottom of North Island and it is an 8 hour drive from Hamilton. But I didn't feel long and bored because I have already experienced two trips to other cities located in the area. I looked out of window and took pictures. The scenery was amazing. Wild, green field, sheep, cows and blue sky, I like going on long trips now. We passed the Desert road. That is a place with no trees, just scrubland and cold winds. There in this desolate place I saw such a big rainbow. It is the best biggest I had seen ever.
Second day (May 9th)
Fortunately, there was only a bit of rain. I saw that most people didn't carry umbrellas except Abigail and I. Because New Zealand is much cleaner than Korea or Singapore, they aren't worried about hair loss from chemical rain! We looked like real tourist so soon we closed our umbrellas too.
Third day (May 10th)
In the morning, we walked around the Botanic garden. I've expected beautiful flowers but there were not many flowers because winter is coming. We took a ride on the cable car. I also expected more but it was so short a route! I wanted to ride again but it was not cheap. So I was just satisfied with a short trip : )
Fourth day (May 11th)
On the last day, we had such wonderful weather! We drove to the seaside and went to the Chocolate fish cafe beside the beach. We drank coffee outside in the sun and shared some bible verses and talked together. I felt so happy and peaceful with the bible, sunshine, coffee and lovely friends.
Thanks Andrew for the long hours of driving and thanks Abigail for your photos and spending time with me!
Finally, after 8 hours, I arrived Wellington! There was strong rain. I prayed that the weather the next day would get better. I and my friend Abigail had stayed for 4 days in Rongapai (which means Good News in Maori). It is a student flat for Wellington TSCF. We had good time with students who live there. They were very kind and friendly. Too bad I didn't get a chance to take a photo with them.
Second day (May 9th)
Fortunately, there was only a bit of rain. I saw that most people didn't carry umbrellas except Abigail and I. Because New Zealand is much cleaner than Korea or Singapore, they aren't worried about hair loss from chemical rain! We looked like real tourist so soon we closed our umbrellas too.
We went to the Te Papa Museum. Many people recommended that place. It was such a big and wonderful place. I could understand why they are proud of it. There are so many sections. We were engrossed in taking pictures. The best thing was geography part (earthquake, volcano...). I could experience an earthquake in a simulator. Actually, I could have experienced a real one ! Because Wellington is one of the most earthquake-proned cities in New Zealand.
After that we went shopping in Cuba Street. There were quite unique shops there. I love it there! But we didn't have enough time to look around more because most shops close early in NZ. :-(
We visited many famous places. We went to the Victoria university, law school, the Beehive, Railway station and the Cathedral church. All the buildings were so awesome. I was really enjoyed taking pictures. Finally, we went to Mt.Victoria. We could see the whole view of Wellington. I can’t express how beautiful it was. I love the houses located on the hills, mountains and the seaside. I realized I can take nice pictures of structures but cannot take pictures of nature and capture it fully. (True of the picture of the rainbow as well) That's why God’s work is wonderful and creative. Amazing!
At night. I met Andrew's friends at the pub. In NZ, pubs are places to socialise and watch sport. I couldn't believe that I was drinking beer with the staff workers! It was a pretty good experience. Because of the culture, I would never have been able to imagine drinking with KIVF!!
And at night, we were back in the quiet city, Hamilton. I will never forget this beautiful city and friends I met!
Jesus The Easter Sunday Resurrection Video
Jesus said "Preach the goodnews." and "I am with you."
The last scene make me cry
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He is alive now and here, with us.
He is alive now and here, with us.
Napkin Evangelism (냅킨 전도법 from IVP)
What do you think about our society? What do you hear on the news?
-trouble, deceptions, wars and famine...-
How do you feel about this situations?
It is so sad. Isn't it? Many people hope to put the world right. Actually the world that existed in the past was good.
In the bible, that says "In the beginnig,
God created the earth beautiful and perfect." The relationship between God and human was close and intimate. People also had good relationships with each other. They loved and depended on each other. They took care of nature as well.
Why did the world become so sad? In the bible, it says it is because of self-contentedness. God is the Lord. But human wanted to be Lord. They used others, killed and harass each other. And people destroyed nature to benefit themselves. So, today, there are many enviroment disasters.

God felt so sad. He came into the world as a human being his name is Jesus.
Jesus died upon the cross and resurrected.
As a result, the relationship between God and man became good again.
The close relationship had been recovered through Jesus. But, the world was believe in Jesus, need to discover God's intentions for world and walk closely with God daily. And God also wants us to do into the society with goodnews.Many people, who want change the society, want to go (1) to (4) directly. But it is impossible. If they don't deal with their problems first, they wouldn't be able to restore the world. They can go that only through Jesus
What do you think?
(2) Do you think our society has no problem?
(1) Do you think our society has serious problems
and you do as well?
(3) Do you believe Jesus for yourself and heaven?
(But don't you go into our society?)
(4) Do you live as sent person by God?
Which picture are you in?
(translated by Jiyeon Lee,2014)
(IVP, 원제: True Story)
/ 제임스 정 (James Choung)
Click to watch
Youtube video
☞ (English ver.)
☞ (Korean ver.)
Introducing EGG Programme @Waikato Missions Expo 2014

Last month, I arrived in New Zealand for a short term mission trip and I help out in TSCF (H.C.F).
First, I would like to introduce you to a mission program called ‘EGG’ (Experience and grow globally). In Korea, TSCF is called KIVF(Korea Inter-Varsity Christian Fellowship). The EGG program aims to challenge Korean students to be global Christians, and to be culturally sensitive. Korea is mono-cultural country. So, There is not many opportunity to experience cross cultures.
Before I came to NZ, I read the first five books of the bible. I was moved by the story of how God called Moses. He was scared and his excuse was “Who am I?” but God answered “I will be with you.” Then Moses asked what if people ask for your name? God answered ”I AM WHO I AM”. I didn’t know then that this verse would become very important to me. This verse helps me to be braver than I feel.
Next, I would like to talk how I decided to go on this mission trip.
Last year, I became president of KIVF in my uni. First I didn’t have self-confidence. Can I lead the group and how can I help others? But during the time I was president, I experienced God using me. God used me to lead daily prayer meeting. Every morning at 8am, we gathered to pray for campus. So every night before the meeting, I would prepare worship songs and prayer items for the meeting. God gave me wisdom, strength . So I can prepare and lead the group.
When I applied for the mission program, I wanted to learn more about missions, and experience God at work everywhere in the world. I realized that my English ability and finances were not enough. So, by faith I took one semester off school and began preparing for this missions program. I studied English and worked at part-time job. Surprisingly, I passed the interview for the missions programme and I was selected to go to Hamilton, New Zealand. If I had chosen other country, I wouldn’t get a chance to go because the students for the EGG program to India and UK had already been selected before two semester ago. It was then that I felt sure that God called me to NZ. Many people in my church and KIVF are supporting me financially and in prayer. I am still very surprised that I am New Zealand now.
These days, I think God is making me into a thankful person and it is a joy to serve God. Actually, I had a lot of confidence in myself when I joined the EGG programme. Because I thought I was a president and I was trained enough in Korea. But, in strange environment, I felt I am not enough training and I have to depend on God.
Now, I feel thankful to God because I found I can help make poster, welcome new students, play the guitar and keyboard, and even catch flies.
And also I felt I couldn’t do much but I could pray in Korean. When I was frustrated, I reminded moses story. I realized that I have to shift my focus from myself to God who is strong and not focus my own weaknesses. And I also feel thankful to God sending to me here so that I can experience various cultures such as Kiwi, Malaysian, Chinese, Indonesian, Singerporean and Fijian and I can make many new friends as well. Specially, in New Zealand, I can experience God who is creator when I see beautiful scenery. All this time I feel that He is training me to serve him better when I go home.
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Thank you.
University of Waikato O'week 2014
3rd-5th March 2014 O'week @Waikato uni.
Last week was O week at Waikato Uni. We prepared flyers and programs for O week.
We held the "Naked Noodle" challenge. Eating only noodles, no seasoning, no water.
First day, I couldn't speak to students. Because I was shy and I didn't know how to explain the game rules to them. So, I just timed and recorded the contestants and cheered them on. That night, I practiced how to explain our group and the game rules. The next day, I could do it and my voice became louder. We held a successful competition and introduced H.C.F(Hamilton Christian Fellowship) to many students. We had fun!
Wednesday was Clubs Day. HCF put up an interactive noticeboard entitled "What do you want to do in 2014?" On Monday and Tuesday, many male kiwis were interested in the game but, on Wednesday, many of female Asian students came. It was perfect way to promote and introduce our group through both events.
In my school, many club students focus on recruiting freshman members. But, Waikato uni focuses on doing something fun with various students. (This is just my opinion^^;). First, I thought 'Why didn't they promote themselves more and give more details?' and 'How we can recruit many more new member?' But, now, I think having a fun time with various people is also our role. I was good!
It was special exprience to meet many student. I missed my KIVF friends who they are recuiting new member in Korea.
뉴질랜드에 도착한지 이제 한 달. 아따 참 빠르다! 4개월 밖에 안남았다니...
도착하고 첫날밤, 어색하고 두려운 마음에 하루빨리 한국에 돌아가고 싶어 카운트 다운
어플을 설치했는데 이제는 매일 밤 자정, 알림에 D-120, 119, 118... 라고 뜰때마다
'하, 이렇게 하루가 가는구나.'하며 아쉬워진다.
남은 4개월도 뭐든지 적극적으로 최선을 다해야지! 아잣!!
지난주 월~수요일 3일동안은 Hamilton에 있는 종합대학 Waikato대학의 Orientation week 였다.
(한국으로 따지면 신입생 홍보기간, 수강신청 변경기간 정도?)
전날 밤 열심히 팜플렛과 홍보물품을 준비하고 월요일 아침 일찍일어나 부스를 설치했다.
한국의 캠퍼스와 마찬가지로 여러 동아리, 캠페인, 홍보 부스들이 설치되 있었다.
우리의 홍보 아이템은...
The Nacked Noodle Challange!
내가 Launch camp 에서 했던 게임... 난 이 게임 싫은데 우리 간사님들이
(TSCF Launch Camp)
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홍보기간에 꼭 해보자고 하셨기에... (나는 참가안하면 되니까^^ㅋ)
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홍보기간에 꼭 해보자고 하셨기에... (나는 참가안하면 되니까^^ㅋ)
지나가는 학생들에게 와서 게임하고 상품 받아가라고 외치고 싶었지만!
왜 말을 못하니... 4년동안 IVF천막홍보로 두꺼워진 내 얼굴이... 다시 리셋되었다.
결국 첫날은 타이머로 기록재고 옆에서 "Come on", "Are you ready?", "Keep going x2"등의
추임새만 넣었다^^
홍보 둘째날,
"Eat this a cake of the noodle as faster as if you can!"
"The four pasters people will win free movie tickets."
딱 이렇게 세 문장만 외워서 갔을 뿐인데 자신감 급상승. 눈마추치는 대로 외쳤다.
한국이었으면 지나가는 사람들 끌고 왔을텐데 거기 까진 못했다;;;
여기 학생들은 관심있으면 알아서 찾아오기 때문에 좀 더 편한거 같기도 하다 ㅋㅋ
많은 학생들이 관심을 보였다. 이틀만에 100명이상의 학생들이 참여하고 소개받고 갔다.
네이키드.. 아니 누들첼린지 대 성공!!!
신기했던 것은 거의 대부분(80%)의 학생들이 성경을 읽어 본적이 있냐는 대답에
"Yes."라고 답했다는 점. 신기했다. 어렸을 때라도 성경을 접한 경험은 있구나.
이렇게 이틀간의 일정이 끝나고
홍보 셋째날 Clubs Day.
모든 동아리들이 프로그램 하나씩을 준비하며 홍보에 총동원 되는 날이다.
우리 H.C.F (Hamilton Christian Fellowshp)는 <What do you want to do in 2014?>라는
주제로 올해 이루고 싶은 일들을 적어 보는 행사를 준비했다.
먼저 나는 홍보 포스터를 각 단과대학 게시판에 붙이기 위해 아침부터 이곳저곳
뛰어다니며 붙이고 붙였다.
몸으로 하는 거라면 자신 있으니까! 학교가 넓어서 그런지
갔던데 또가서 붙여진거 확인하고 돌아오기를 몇번 했지만..^^;
게시판에 한국인 유학생 모임포스터도 붙여있었다.
아, 이럴줄 알았으면 한국어 버전으로도 준비할 껄 하는 아쉬움이ㅜㅜ
신기한 것은 이틀동안의 게임에는 많은 현지인들이 관심을 보인 반면
셋째 날에 한 이벤트는 동양인 유학생들이 많은 관심을 보이고 참여했다.
두가지 이벤트를 모두 한 덕에 다양한 학생들이 함께 참여하고 즐거운 시간을 보낼수 있었던것 같다.
오리엔테이션 위크를 보내며
한국의 경우에는 신입생 멤버 모집과 소개에 집중하는 반면
이곳은 가입과 모집보다 모든 학생들과 함께 게임하고 이벤트를 열고 하는 것이 목적임을 느꼈다.
처음에는 '이렇게 해서 언제 멤버를 모집하지?' 라고 생각했는데, 캠퍼스 안에서
학생들과 즐겁고 의미있는 시간을 보내는 것 또한 사역이고 역할이라는 생각이 든다.
즐겁고 감사한 시간이었다!
또한 함께 홍보하며 공동체 친구들과 소통하고 친해질수 있어서 귀한 시간이었다^^
H.C.F 한학기 화이팅 ♡.♡
※ 끝나고 뿌셔뿌셔 사먹었다^ㅠ^
Cornerstone(이 몸의 소망 무언가) - Hillsong Live
이찬양을 지난 Launch Camp 가서 처음 들었는데 알고보니 찬송가 <이 몸의 소망 무언가>의
번역본이었다. 영어 찬양으로만 가득했던 첫 찬양시간에 이 찬양을 부르게 되었다.
Cornerstone이 반석, 모퉁이돌 이라는 뜻임을 그제서야 알았다 :-0
번역보다 차라리 자체 해석해서 부르는게 덜 어색한 것 같다. 찬송가 문체라^^;
모든 가사가 해석은 안되었지만 Weak made strong, in the Savior's love 이라는 가사가
내 영혼을 평안케 하였다. 약한자 강하게 하시는 하나님을 찬양하며 새힘을 얻을 수
있어 너무 은혜로웠다. 찬양을 영어로 부르는 것의 좋은 점은 머리속으로 해석하며 한번 더 묵상하게 된다는 것. 입에 익은 찬양은 영혼없이 가사만 읽게 되는 경우가 있다.
영어는 정신차리고 읽어야 하므로;;
구절 하나하나 단어 하나하나 묵상할수 있어서 가사의 의미가 마음속에 더 와닿는다. 오늘
예배시간에도 이 찬양을 불렀는데 너~무 좋았다!(절대 내가 아는 찬양이 나와서가 아님! ㅋㅋ)
약한자 강하게 하시는 주님을 뉴질랜드에서의 새 학기도 경험하길 소망하며!!
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