Jonathan Kim

Jonathan Kim serves as Professor of Pastoral Theology and Director of the Doctoral Program in Ministry at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (TEDS), Trinity International University. His work integrates theological scholarship with practical ministry training for global church and mission contexts.

Dr. Kim's academic preparation includes:

• Bachelor of Theology from Prairie College
• Master of Divinity from Tyndale Seminary
• Master of Language Education from Trinity Western University
• Doctor of Philosophy from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School

His research bridges theology, linguistics, and education through cross-cultural ministry applications. Drawing on two decades with Wycliffe Bible Translators, he specializes in Bible translation frameworks, minority language development, and pedagogical approaches for multicultural leadership training. His field experience spans Canada and West Africa, focusing on sociolinguistic adaptation and adult learning methodologies within immigrant church contexts.

As Director of TEDS' Doctor of Ministry program, particularly the Thriving Immigrant Churches Track, Dr. Kim mentors doctoral candidates in developing contextually relevant ministry strategies. He actively connects TEDS resources with global churches, mission agencies, and NGOs to address challenges in immigrant ministry and cross-cultural theological education.