Speakers

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Tsim Nuj Kue

Senior Pastor at Providence Hmong Church of the C&MA

Tsim Nuj Kue

Senior Pastor at Providence Hmong Church of the C&MA

Tsim Nuj is married to his lovely bride, Ntxawm (Jer) for 16 years. They both have two beautiful children, Zechariah and Isabella. Tsim Nuj is the Senior Pastor at Providence Hmong Church of the C&MA for the past 6 years. Tsim Nuj can be found building relationships over a bowl of pho or over a game of Settlers of Catan. Tsim Nuj’s desire is for all to come into a relationship with God.

Daniel Yang

Director of the Church Multiplication Institute at the Wheaton College

Daniel Yang

Director of the Church Multiplication Institute at the Wheaton College

Daniel is the Director of the Church Multiplication Institute at the Wheaton College Billy Graham Center. Prior to directing the institute, he planted a church in Toronto where he also helped recruit, assess, and train church planters through the Send Network and the Release Initiative. Prior to church planting, Daniel was an engineer for eight years. He earned an M.Div. from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, a B.S. in Computer Science from the University of Michigan, and is currently a Ph.D. Intercultural Studies student at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. He is also the co-author of Inalienable: How Marginalized Kingdom Voices Can Help Save the American Church (InterVarsity, May 2022). Daniel and his wife, Linda, are a part of The Prodigal Network, which is a church of missional communities in Chicagoland. They have five children.

Drew Hyun

Founder and Pastor of Hope Church NYC

Drew Hyun

Founder and Pastor of Hope Church NYC

Drew Hyun is the Founder and Pastor of Hope Church NYC, a family of diverse churches in and around NYC. Drew is also the Co-Founder of the New City Network, a network of urban churches that value multi-ethnicity, Spirit-filled ministry, emotional health, and mission. Drew is also part of the Emotionally Healthy Discipleship team, a movement that is dedicated to transforming church culture through the multiplication of deeply changed leaders and disciples. Drew loves cities, ESPN, and naps, and finds it a restful Sabbath when all three come together. He resides in New York City with his wife Christina and their son David and daughter Avery. Drew is the author of no books.

Samuel Her

Disciple-Making Pastor at First Hmong Alliance Church

Samuel Her

Disciple-Making Pastor at First Hmong Alliance Church

Pastor Sam is the Disciple-Making Pastor at First Hmong Alliance Church in Hickory, NC. He has been married to his wife, Aimee, for almost 4 years and have a beautiful baby girl. His passion in life is to make disciples of Jesus Christ, through serving God’s people and preaching the Gospel. In his free time, he enjoys all things sports (yes, WWE is a sport) and hanging out with friends & family.

Hanssen Lo

Assistant Pastor at Alliance Community Church (GA).

Hanssen Lo

Assistant Pastor at Alliance Community Church (GA).

Hanssen Lo graduated from Toccoa Falls College in 2017. His ministry experience includes serving alongside Pastor Bruce Yang at Gospel City Church in Sacramento, CA and pastoring with Reverend Cawjfajyim Charand at Alliance Community Church in Winder, GA. Hanssen enjoys spending time with his family and friends grilling, camping, and playing sports.

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Maila Kue Kim

"Beautifully His" Women's Conference

Maila Kue Kim

"Beautifully His" Women's Conference

Maila Kue Kim received a B.A. in English Language & Literature and a B.A. in Communication Studies from the University of Michigan and an M.A. in Christian Formation & Ministry from Wheaton College Graduate School. Maila is a marketing manager at InterVarsity Press, where she focuses on supporting the voices of authors of color in evangelical spaces. Maila lives in Illinois with her husband and daughter and is co-planting a missional network of microchurches called The Prodigal Network.

Kevin Her

"Him & His" Men's Conference

Kevin Her

"Him & His" Men's Conference

Kevin Her has been married to his beautiful wife Mary for 25 years. They have 4 children with a son-in-law. Kevin loves to spend time with his wife and family. He's passionate about missions.

Tou Lee Thao

Global Missions Night

Tou Lee Thao

Global Missions Night

Tou Lee Thao is the Director of Envision Bangkok. He, his wife (Tang), along with their three wonderful children (Abe, Selah, and Winston) live in Bangkok, Thailand. Tou Lee's passion is to see the gospel preached and lost souls saved.

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Lou Hang (N. KX. Timothe Hang)

Gender Identity: "I am who you say I am”

Lou Hang (N. KX. Timothe Hang)

Gender Identity: "I am who you say I am”

Lou Hang (N. Kx. Tim) is the Disciple-Making Director at Cornerstone Alliance Church in Two Rivers, Wisconsin; her husband, Tim, serves as Senior Pastor. Lou is passionate about sharing the hope of Jesus to others. Vocationally, she is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Lou and her husband have two adorable young sons. Their family enjoys spending time watching movies – Star Wars, Marvel flicks, The Lord of the Rings – and eating out.

Jeremiah Herr

What is the Church? Do I have a place?

Jeremiah Herr

What is the Church? Do I have a place?

Pastor Jeremiah currently serves as the Youth Pastor of Sacramento Hmong Alliance Church – his home church. He has been pastoring in the Hmong District of the Christian and Missionary Alliance since January of 2022. Jeremiah graduated in 2019 with a Bachelor’s degree in Pastoral Ministry, with a minor in Biblical Theology, from Toccoa Falls College.

Jeremiah is passionate about many things, but three of his deepest passions are (1) the sharing of the Word of God, (2) empowering others to live faithfully and boldly for Christ, and (3) building a bridge between generations to advance the Gospel mission as a Kingdom family. Pastor Jeremiah also enjoys spending time with his family and trying new foods.

Jervis Her and Iris Her

The pursuit of holiness and the joy of living for Christ.

Jervis Her and Iris Her

The pursuit of holiness and the joy of living for Christ.

We serve as the NextGen Pastor and wife at New Life Upstate Church. We have a passion for the Gospel, and an eagerness to proclaim Jesus. We love playing volleyball, and eating good food. Xf. Jervis enjoys disc golf and Iris enjoys creating earrings, clothing, and baked goods. We seek to see young people to grow in their love for Jesus.

Ruth Hubbard

Seeing “Me” with the Eyes of the Artist

Ruth Hubbard

Seeing “Me” with the Eyes of the Artist

Ruth D. Hubbard is her name. She is the Vice President of Urbana. As an unmarried woman, she goes by Miss or Ms. – whichever is most appropriate. Prior to Ruth’s work with Urbana, she spent more than 15 years serving Wycliffe Bible Translators, starting as a graphic designer and eventually joining the Executive team. She currently lives in Madison, Wisconsin.

Doug Jerred

How can I serve Jesus today?

Doug Jerred

How can I serve Jesus today?

Doug Jerred is a Jesus follower of 40 plus years. He’s on a continuous journey of transformation. Doug is a husband to Tina for 31 years and is a father of three adult children: Hannah - married to Alex, Caleb, and Joshua. He has been a pastor in the C&MA for 30 years, the last 8 plus years serving pastors and churches in the Western Great Lakes District. His passion is to see all people deeply pursue Jesus and the plans He has for them!

David Lee

Navigating Life as a 3rd Culture Kid: Hmong, American, and Christian

David Lee

Navigating Life as a 3rd Culture Kid: Hmong, American, and Christian

David Lee is husband to Christina and father to Audrey, Roy, and Haven. He is a bi-vocational church planting and the founding pastor of New Story Church in Brooklyn Park, MN. David loves spending time with his family, on his motorcycles, eating food, cutting hair, and helping people find their story with God again.

Windie Her (N. Txawj Havi Hawj)

More Than Enough: Finding Value in Who God Says I Am

Windie Her (N. Txawj Havi Hawj)

More Than Enough: Finding Value in Who God Says I Am

Windie Her and Pa-Chia Yang serve on the Hmong District’s Alliance Women’s Leadership Team. Windie is the secretary and Pa-Chia is the Communications Coordinator; both are valued members. Together, they look forward to meeting HLUB attendees this summer at Indiana State University.

Pa-Chia Yang Lor (N.KX. Jerry Lor)

More Than Enough: Finding Value in Who God Says I Am

Pa-Chia Yang Lor (N.KX. Jerry Lor)

More Than Enough: Finding Value in Who God Says I Am

Nhia Moua

I’ve been wounded. It hurts. Is it possible to forgive?

Nhia Moua

I’ve been wounded. It hurts. Is it possible to forgive?

Reverend Nhia Moua is a husband of 15 yrs to Linda, and a father to four girls – Sophia, Hannah, Ava and Samantha. Nhia is a beloved son of the Most High. He loves God and people. Rev. Nhia enjoys seeing God mend the broken-hearted.

Dr. Jenn Smith

Heartbreak and Tragedy: Christian Responses to Death, Divorce, Depression, and the Like.

Dr. Jenn Smith

Heartbreak and Tragedy: Christian Responses to Death, Divorce, Depression, and the Like.

Dr. Jennifer Smith is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years experience working with individuals and families to promote growth and healing. She earned her Ph.D. from New York University and her masters from Syracuse University. Dr. Smith uses a Christ-centered approach to inform her life professionally and personally.

Daniel Vang

I don’t like pain! What’s the purpose of it?

Daniel Vang

I don’t like pain! What’s the purpose of it?

Pastor Daniel Vang received a Bachelor’s degree in Pastoral Ministry, with an additional major in Bible and Theology, from Toccoa Falls College. Daniel and his beautiful wife, Lily, have been married for 2 years. He currently serves as the Next Gen Pastor for Disciples Alliance Church located in Roseville, Minnesota. Some of Daniel’s favorite hobbies include: fishing, running, grilling, and spending time with his wife.

Grace Vang

Pop Culture: Discerning What We’re Consuming

Grace Vang

Pop Culture: Discerning What We’re Consuming

Grace Vang graduated with a B.A. in Communications from Moody Bible Institute and currently works with a missions agency in advancing the Gospel in unreached places. She is passionate about creating content that challenges others to think biblically about the world through her writing and podcast. During her free time, you can find her playing card games or camping in the mountains with her loved ones. Grace resides in Charlotte, NC with her husband Vincent and her sweet cats Luna and Momo.

James Vang

Too many temptations! Feeling defeated.

James Vang

Too many temptations! Feeling defeated.

James is husband to Anna and father to three beautiful girls. He currently serves as the English Ministry pastor of True Life Alliance Church located in Hickory, NC. Some of his many passions involve leadership development, the proclamation of the whole Gospel and the advancement of God’s Kingdom here and now. James enjoys days out on the water with fishing pole in hand, movie nights, and good company over a good cup of coffee.

Chao Vang (N. KX. Txawj Pov Vang)

Dear Teenage Me,

Chao Vang (N. KX. Txawj Pov Vang)

Dear Teenage Me,

Chao Vang (N. Kx. Txawj Pov) is the Assistant Director for the Hmong District’s Alliance Women Ministries and joyfully serves alongside her husband, Rev. Elijah Vang, as the Children's Ministry Coordinator at Charlotte Hmong Alliance Church. She has a heart for the younger generation. Her desire is to invest in children and young people, who are "the church of today". You can find Chao thrifting and karaokeing with her family during her free time in good ole Charlotte.

Chao & Karen Xiong

Who is Jesus? A deep dive into the person of Christ.

Chao & Karen Xiong

Who is Jesus? A deep dive into the person of Christ.

Chao & Karen Xiong are from California, where the Redwoods meet the Sea. They have been married for seven years. Chao likes all kinds of sports. On his free time, he enjoys disc golf. Karen is an avid fan of “Running Man”. She enjoys worship music and riding bikes. They serve at Hmong Family Community Alliance Church in Sacramento, CA, where Chao is the Youth Pastor.

Fong Xiong

What is the Gospel? And why is it important?

Fong Xiong

What is the Gospel? And why is it important?

Fong Xiong is the Youth Pastor for Hmong American Alliance Church and has served six years in pastoral ministry within the Hmong District of the C&MA. He graduated with a B.A. in Ministry and holds an M. Div. from the University of Northwestern in St. Paul, MN. Fong has been married for 14 years to his lovely wife and has two amazing toddlers.

Jonathan Yang

I want to share my faith. Teach me!

Jonathan Yang

I want to share my faith. Teach me!

Jonathan Yang is a recent M.Div graduate of Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. He has been married to his beautiful bride, Sheng, for 11 years and together they have four children. Jonathan's heart for the church is to (1) grow healthy disciples who know Christ and (2) make disciples who can make disciples of Christ.

Mary Yang Moua

Pressing Forward When Leaders Fail

Mary Yang Moua

Pressing Forward When Leaders Fail

Mary Yang Moua is a follower of Jesus who is passionate about equipping and encouraging believers to be empowered by the Holy Spirit for God’s Kingdom glory. Professionally, she works in Human Resources but her ministry calls her to be a wife, mother, mentor and leader. She actively serves her local church as the Disciple-Making Director at Portland Hmong Alliance Church in Portland, Oregon.

E.K.

I don't know how to pray.

E.K.

I don't know how to pray.

E.K. loves spending one-on-one time with students and leaders to hear their hearts and pray for them. She is passionate about disciple-making and missions. E.K. and her husband make their home just outside of Denver, CO.

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