Shakespeare’s Ophelia in works by Brahms, Berlioz, Tchaikovsky and more.

Passion is a wonderful thing. But it should not be the sole means by which we discern calling.

Having been unemployed for months at a time over the past few years, I have taken part in more than a few interviews for pastoral positions. In these interviews, there is always one question that flummoxes me more than any other, and that is when a search committee asks me what I'm passionate about, or what I feel called to, or have a heart for, or any Christian-ese variant of the question. And I totally understand what they are asking when they pose such a query, and I know what response I should give, that I am passionate about this aspect of faith or the other, that I feel called to serve a particular community. It's a standard question to ask any pastoral candidate.

My answer? "..." Confounded silence.

The easy answer would be to say that I have a heart for two things: to help the church reclaim a biblical theology of suffering, and encourage us also to embrace our calling to racial reconciliation. That is what I have found myself doing for the last four years, and is probably the kind of answer that the search committee is looking for. But there's a reason why I don't simply blurt such an answer.

You see, I never really had a passion for those who are suffering, nor for multi-ethnic ministry. That's not to say that I'm against either in any way, because they are incredibly important movements of faith. It's just that I didn't have any natural or personal inclination towards those ministries. I had no internships at inner city churches, never attended a multi-ethnic church conference, never scoured academic texts in search of the answer to the problem of pain. I always thought my passion and heart were in music and leading worship, more than anything else.

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Black history month is not just for black people. It's for all people.

Note: I use the term “Black History Month” rather than “African-American History Month” because a friend informed me that there are individuals who would not be considered African-American, but still very much are considered part of Black history, like Marcus Garvey and others. In general, I tend to use the terms "black" and "African-American" interchangeably, and I apologize in advance if anyone finds this offensive.

Every February is Black History Month. I have to admit that before a few years ago, I didn’t really celebrate it in any real way, besides some cursory acknowledgement. But now, I actively celebrate Black History Month, both in my personal life as well as in the life of the church. I don’t do so because it’s the right thing for an educated person to do, or in an attempt to pander to political correctness. Nor do I do this because I consider myself anything close to an expert on black history and culture. The reason I unapologetically celebrate Black History Month is because the past couple of years of my life have made me realize that, even as a Korean-American, it was only appropriate that I do so.

The first event that brought me to this realization was that whole “Make Me Asian” and "Make Me Indian" thing. Two years ago, there was an app on the Android market called “Make Me Asian”, which took photos from your phone or mobile device and digitally altered them. This seems benign enough, but the manner in which they altered them was that they made your skin tone yellow, your eyes slanted, slapped a fu-manchu mustache on your face, as well as a rice paddy hat on your head. Of if you wanted to pretend to be a Native ...

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Republican California Rep. Tom McClintock on Congress’ coronavirus relief efforts. We check in with a pair of superintendents on prospective timelines for opening their schools, and finding comfort in baking during the pandemic.

The latest in the presidential race and how the COVID-19 pandemic continues to shape the political landscape. New state and local programs addressing food shortages, and ‘Sunshine Letters’ as a way of supporting hospice patients and their families.

Neil Young is streaming the fourth episode in his home concert series, 'Fireside Sessions'

Miami hard rockers Gears have released a lyric video for their brand new single and previously unreleased track

Former Oasis star Liam Gallagher has announced that he has delayed the release of his 'MTV Unplugged' live album

Kenny Chesney has surprised released a music video for his track 'We Do'.

Queen guitarist Brian May is sharing his thoughts on the likelihood of a sequel to the band's 2018 biopic

The surviving members of Soundgarden have filed a counter-lawsuit

Caligula's Horse have released an art video for their new single 'Valkyrie'.

Megadeth offshoot Ellefson have released their cover of Post Malone's 'Over Now',

Puscifer have been teasing fans via social media and they have now delivered with a brand new song and music video

Rammstein broke the bad news to fans in Europe that their planned 2020 stadium tour will not be taking place as planned

Pennsylvania rockers Sick Century have released a music video for their new single 'Echos & Dust.'

DED have released a music video for their latest single 'A Mannequin Idol (Lullaby)'.

Motorhead are debuting a lyric video for their 1980 classic, 'Ace Of Spades', as part of the first annual 'Motorhead Day' celebrations

First Class Industry Experts To Select Rising International Talent

Aspiring Musicians Are Invited To Submit Original Songs For A Chance To Win A Mentorship By MTV And US$10,000 To Fund Their Music Journey

As Well As Building BMG's European Infrastructure, Casimir Was Instrumental In Developing BMG's Recordings Business

The 3,014 square-foot residence at 565 Mountain Village Blvd. sits in the central plaza location of Telluride's Mountain Village and had a recent face lift.

In time for Mother’s Day, here are 12 local florists and growers to support.

The Colorado Supreme Court on Monday overturned a lower court decision to put Senate candidate Michelle Ferrigno Warren's name on the June 30 Democratic primary ballot, siding with the Secretary of State's Office.

A New Horizon Of DnB Sounds Covering Everything From Liquid D&B To Neurofunk

Blurring The Lines Between Hip Hop & Trap, Swagger Adds Attitude To Your Tracks

Soundfeed, A Music Sourcing Platform That Enables Labels To License Their Repertoire To Labels In Other Territories, Has Launched In Open Beta.

“Starry Night” Ceilings For Home Theaters, Studios And Businesses Provide Uniquely Aesthetic Acoustic Treatment

A Straight Talking Drum & Bass Sample Pack That Pushes The Envelope In DnB Tools

The Tools To Create Something Special In The Melodic Techno Realm

(US 5th Circuit) - No. 19-20023

Conscious Music Entertainment Celebrates Eight Years Influencing Entertainment To Be Conscious Concerning Lyrics And Music Youth Might Hears.

Rachael Sage Has Released A New Single, “Bravery’s On Fire" After Revealing Cancer Diagnosis; All Proceeds From Single And Charity Shows To Benefit Women's Cancer Research.

The Critically-Acclaimed Group Netted The #4 Most Added Spot On The Billboard Mainstream Indicator Chart & Was The #1 Most Added On The Foundations Chart Week

Thick Smoke Clouds The Air As Thunderous Booms Shake The Ground.

Montreal Hip-hop Collective Triple-R Has Signed With Squash Comp And Released Their Debut Album “Red Rum Records”

Rising Country Artist, Stephanie Ryann, Has Released Her First Music Video For The Song "Whiskey Regret" Off Of Her Debut, Self-titled EP To Commemorate The Anniversary Of Its Release Last October

Carla Williams, The Songstress That Captured New Release Today’s “Indie Artist To Watch” In March 2019, Released Her Latest Single He’s Love Today On Apple Music, ITunes, Amazon And Google Play.

Cloe Wilder Releases The Music Video For Her New Single.

Available On 12-inch Vinyl, CD Single And Digitally.

Curren$y, Trademark And Young Roddy Have Set The Stage For Their Long-awaited Full-length Album, "Plan Of Attack", Dropping Worldwide On Oct. 11th.

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While Ambrosetti Decided To Pursue His Family's Multi-million-dollar Business For Decades, He Never Put His Trumpet On The Shelf.

New Single Released By Hidden Symmetry

#3 Billboard Chart Debut As National Coverage Continues To Grow: People Magazine, Elmore Embrace Killer New CD; Tour Dates Confirmed Through The End Of Year

Cuban Born Vocalist, Composer, Recording Artist, Bandleader, And Flute Virtuoso, Magela Herrera Has Established Herself As A Solo Artist. She Has Fresh, Bold, And Exciting New Concepts....

Collection Of Folk, Pop, World And Jazz Originals Tells A Tale Of Love In Many Guises;

Critically Acclaimed Jazz Vocalist Jesse Charbonier Will Be Celebrating The Release Of 'Introducing Jesse Charbonier' At The University Of Chicago’s Reva And David Logan Center For The Arts On Nov. 1

Carla Williams, The Songstress That Captured New Release Today’s “Indie Artist To Watch” In March 2019, Released Her Latest Single He’s Love Today On Apple Music, ITunes, Amazon And Google Play.