OUR LEADERS
WE ARE A GROUP OF YOUNG ADULTS CALLED TO PARTNERING WITH LOCAL PASTORS AND CHURCHES TO LOVE HIS PEOPLE AND UPLIFT THE NEXT GENERATION OF BELIEVERS IN MICHIGAN.
Collectively, we represent several different churches, youth groups, and life stages. In partnership with the pastors we collaborate with, we are all dedicated to walking with Christ in our daily lives, using our God-given talents for His Kingdom, and coming together to join as one body in Christ (Romans 12:5).
MEET OUR ADMIN TEAM
Connie Hong
Administrative Director
Years on Staff: 20+
Favorite worship song: Who Else
Hello! My name is Connie (Eden) and I currently am a part of a church plant (Kindred Church) serving as one of the small group leaders and also work full-time at Harman International as a Quality Engineer. MCKC is the place where I can literally see God work and in that I love witnessing the youth fall in love with Him. It’s been a humbling experience serving with various gifted people, and each year I look forward to young people stepping forward in serving the next generation.
Irene Kim
Operations Administrator
Years on Staff: 9
Favorite worship song: Beautiful Savior
Helloo! As someone who grew up despising Michigan (*especially* Korean church summer camps), I would never have expected to remain residing here and being involved with youth ministry.. however, while I was in college, the Lord completely changed me and put His youth in my heart. Since then, I have been dedicated to uplifting the next generation of Korean Americans in Michigan and serving His people and thank the Lord for each chance I get to do so.
YJ JU
Head Of Security (Head OH)
Years on Staff: 6
Favorite worship song: Always On Time
I’m YJ and I am the Head of Security this year. It’s my job that the students are safe and well behaved. I am currently a pastoral intern at Ann Arbor Hope Church. I’m here because youth ministry is my passion as of now.
YOUNG YI
Spiritual Director
Years on Staff: 10
Favorite worship song: Goodness of God
Young Yi is the lead pastor and planter at Kindred Church, in Novi, MI. He currently lives in Novi, MI with his wife, Hannah and their Goldendoodle, Kona. During his free time, he enjoys walking around town and taking photos, along with creating written resources on ethnic and spiritual formation for Asian-American Christians. He loves serving at MCKC Youth Camp and the Greater Korean Church community because he believes the next generation in the Korean Church plays a big role in the redemptive narrative God is unraveling in this world.
Earl Bae
Digital Comms
Years on Staff: 4
Favorite worship song: Here Again
Hi! I’m Earl and I am an audio engineer in the best place on earth. I am leading a worship group called Servant Worship that seeks to provide welcoming, memorable, and fruitful environments of praise in rooms of God’s people. This reason for why Servant Worship exists is the same for why I love MCKC Youth Camp! I attended all 8 years as a camper, and waited each year for the next. Ann Arbor is the best place on earth and I love my church communities at Ann Arbor Hope Church and Manchester City #CTID <3
Charlie Chung
Head Counselor
Years on Staff: 3
Favorite worship song: Man Of Sorrows
Hello everyone! My name is Charlie and I am currently working as an engineer in the automotive industry. I am married to my lovely wife, Chrissy, and we have a cute baby puppy. My heart for serving the youth has been deeply rooted in me throughout the years. Growing up overseas as an MK, I have seen and experienced the importance of building a spiritual foundation during my youth. I believe MCKC is the perfect avenue for starting or strengthening this foundation for the youth in the Midwest. We are looking forward to what the Lord will do this year!
Peter Bae
Worship Director
Years on Staff: 2
Favorite worship song: Splinters And Stones
Hi, I’m a fan of Jesus, music, and professional women’s soccer. I’m serving in the worship team because nothing makes me happier than expressing my gratitude for Jesus’ grace through music and helping others do the same.
Chrissy Suh
Head Counselor
Years on Staff: First Year!
Favorite worship song: You Hold Me Now
I work at a preschool as a speech therapist. I am married to Charlie (our head male counselor) and we have a super cute dog named 보리. I like plants, sea turtles, and BTS. I love serving God’s youth because they are each individually loved and treasured by God and I really want them to know that personally. I am also always so humbled and inspired by their passion for Jesus.