Born into a once-prominent family in prewar Korea, John Young Ho Lee witnessed his family lose everything under Communist rule following liberation. His journey reflects survival through political upheaval, rebuilding a life through education and work before immigrating to the United States for his children’s future.

Having fled North Korea during the Korean War, Reverend David Jungdo Park built a life rooted in faith and perseverance. His journey reflects survival through occupation, war, displacement, and decades of ministry across both Korea and the United States.

From Japanese occupation to war and displacement, Sun Ok Hwang’s life was shaped by survival and constant movement across Korea. She reflects on building a new life with her husband through shared experience, finding strength in family across generations.

From a forty day escape to the loss of his father and brother, In Whan Rheem recounts a journey defined by both tragedy and faith. His reflections trace how devotion sustained him through war and displacement, ultimately guiding him toward a life of ministry abroad.