Deborah Chapman

Pastor Joseph was born in Seoul, South Korea as a youngest child in a Buddhist family.  But God has always surrounded him many Christian friends since he was a middle schooler.  When he was 18 years old, his family immigrated to Bronx, New York.  He spent two years at the Christopher Columbus High School and also studied at Stony Brook University at Long Island, New York.  During his freshman year, he accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior through Campus Crusade for Christ (CCC). 

Pastor Joseph also served U.S. Army in Bamberg, Germany for three years.  While he was serving, God called him into pastoral ministry.  After being discharged from the Army honorably, he went a seminary.  While he was studying at Asbury Seminary in Wilmore, KY, God has also given him opportunity to serve as a student pastor in Lexington, KY.  He was serving children and college students.  Since then, he has faithfully served in ministry for more than 20 years and is honored to lead the congregation of New Horizon Methodist Congregation, beginning January 1, 2026.  His passion is helping people grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ through prayer, biblical teaching, discipleship, worship, and pastoral care.

Pastor Kim earned a Bachelor’s Degree from Governor’s University, Illinois and a Master of Divinity from Asbury Theological Seminary, Kentucky.   He is now pursing a Doctor of Ministry from United Theological Seminary in Dayton, Ohio.  He is an ordained elder in the Global Methodist Church and is committed to the authority of Scripture, the historic Christian faith, Prayer, Pastoral Care, and the mission of making disciples of Jesus Christ. 

Before coming to New Horizon in San Antonio, FL, Pastor Kim served congregations in Lexington, KY; Swanee, GA; Tampa, FL; Lakeland, FL; Ormand By the Sea, FL; Margate, FL; and Tamarac, FL.  and has been involved in ministries including children, youth and college ministry, evangelism, translation, discipleship, community outreach, Stephens Ministry and prayer coordinator.  These experiences have shaped his ministry centered on sharing God's love and helping people discover their God-given purpose.

Pastor Joseph is married to Grace Kim, and together they have two children.   Esther has recently graduated from University of Florida and is now pursing to become a Physical Therapist.  Samuel is a sophomore at University of Central Florida.  He is studying for Mechanical Engineering Degree.  Both of them actively serve God as leaders among their friends.  As a family, they enjoy spending time together.  They are grateful to be part of the San Antonio community and look forward to serving alongside the church family.  Pastor Kim welcomes the opportunity to meet new people and would be delighted to help you learn more about faith, the church, and the life-changing grace of Jesus Christ through the power of the Holy Spirit.  To God be the glory!