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About us

        "Koinonia" is a Greek word that translates to "fellowship" or "communion." It is often used in a Christian context to describe the close, intimate relationship and shared life among believers. This concept encompasses not just social interaction but also spiritual unity, mutual support, and participation in the life of the community and with God. In broader terms, it can refer to any kind of close association or partnership among people.

 

​        Here at Koinonia Mission Foundation (KMF), we are dedicated to sharing close spiritual unity through supporting missionaries and being the hands and feet for Jesus out in the field. Coming soon, our board members will be the bridge to bring mission teams to Japan starting 2025. Our vision is to have a mission retreat and cafe center in Osaka Japan to allow many more to experience mission in Japan. Together, we hope to saturate the land with the Gospel to the ends of the earth (Acts 1:8). 

Statement of Faith

The Bible

        We believe that the Holy Scriptures are the fully inspired and authoritative Word of God—completely trustworthy and divinely given. As it is written in 2 Timothy 3:16, “All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness.” Therefore, we gladly submit to the authority of Scripture in all matters of faith, doctrine, and life, holding fast to it as the unchanging and eternal Word of God.​​​

 

Trinity

        We believe in the one true God (Deuteronomy 6:4), eternally existing in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit (Matthew 28:19–20). Each person of the Trinity is fully God, distinct in role yet united in essence and attributes.

        God the Father
       God the Father is sovereign over all creation (Psalm 103:19), omniscient, omnipresent, and omnipotent (Ephesians 4:6). He is the source of all things, full of grace, compassion, and steadfast love (Psalm 145:8–9), and relates to us as a loving Father (2 Corinthians 6:18).

        God the Son – Jesus Christ
        Jesus Christ, the eternal Son, was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the virgin Mary (Matthew 1:23). Fully God and fully man (John 1:1), He lived without sin, died as our substitute (Philippians 2:6–8), rose again, ascended to heaven, and now mediates for us (1 Timothy 2:5). He will return in glory to complete His redemptive work.

        God the Holy Spirit
        The Holy Spirit indwells every believer at conversion (1 Corinthians 12:7,13), convicts the world of sin, and leads believers into truth (John 16:8,13). He sanctifies and empowers us for obedience and God’s glory (1 Peter 1:2).

        We worship the one true and living God—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—forever blessed and glorious. Amen.

 

Salvation

        We believe salvation is God’s gracious work of reconciling sinners to Himself through Jesus Christ (John 3:16; Romans 5:9–10). It is entirely by grace, received through faith alone (Ephesians 2:8–9). Before creation, God chose a people in Christ, not based on merit but purely by grace (Ephesians 1:4–6). 

        The Gospel is the good news of Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection for our salvation (1 Corinthians 15:1–4). Though proclaimed to all (Matthew 28:19–20), only those who believe by grace will be saved (John 3:36). Salvation is by grace alone and faith alone—God’s unearned gift, received by trusting in Christ (Ephesians 2:8).

        Regeneration is the Spirit’s work of bringing new life, awakening faith and repentance in the heart (John 3:3–8; Titus 3:5). Faith trusts in Christ’s redemptive work (Romans 10:9); repentance turns from sin to God (Acts 2:38). Together, they mark true conversion (Acts 20:21). Through faith, believers are justified—declared righteous—by Christ’s atoning blood (Romans 5:1).

        Sanctification is the ongoing process of becoming holy (1 Thessalonians 4:3), following the one-time act of justification. Good works are the fruit—not the basis—of salvation (Ephesians 2:10; James 2:17), and they show genuine faith. True believers will persevere in holiness to the end (Matthew 24:13).

        Through Christ, believers are adopted as God’s children and heirs (Romans 8:15–17), united with Him in life, death, and resurrection (Galatians 2:20). To Christ be all glory forever. Amen!

Meet the Team

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Chief Executive Officer

Christy Thu

Christy has a deep calling for evangelism, missions, cultural exchange, women’s discipleship, and currently involved in justice ministry helping women of human trafficking victims with spiritual help and victim care to recovery.

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Operations Director

Jason Kwong

Jason Kwong is the Secretary Officer at KMF. He is passionate in photography, preaching, and evangelism. Jason runs the day to day operation of KMF from maintaining the charity website, IT, graphics, setting agendas,  connecting with local churches to advocate for missions, and keeping meeting minutes.

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Chief Financial Officer

William Suh

William has been part of KMF for over 15 years. He is currently the Chief Financial Officer at KMF. William is dedicated in maintaining the integrity of KMF to ensure funds are biblically stewarded for kingdom purposed. 

 

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Board Member

Victor (Chi) Lo

Chi serves as an IT Technology Manager at UCLA. He is a member of CBMC and actively supports mission and church ministries. Over the years, Chi has participated in mission trips to Los Angeles, Mexico, and Venezuela, serving in various capacities including VBS programs, hospital visits, medical support, and providing technology assistance to churches and mission teams.

With a heart for service and a passion for using his professional skills for God’s work, Chi now supports KMF as a board member, contributing to its mission and outreach efforts.

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Board Member

Lacey Hineman

William has been part of KMF for over 15 years. He is currently the Chief Financial Officer at KMF. William is dedicated in maintaining the integrity of KMF to ensure funds are biblically stewarded for kingdom purposed. 

 

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Board Member

John Chu

William has been part of KMF for over 15 years. He is currently the Chief Financial Officer at KMF. William is dedicated in maintaining the integrity of KMF to ensure funds are biblically stewarded for kingdom purposed. 

 

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Missionary in Japan

Hiroki Sano

Hiroki was born and raised in Japan. When he was 20 years old, he studied abroad in the U.S., where he met a Christian and heard the Gospel for the first time in his life. From that moment, the Lord gave him a heart to share the Gospel. He led a Japanese student ministry at APU and later studied at Gateway Seminary, where he earned a Master of Divinity.

 

He once described himself as “sand” in Japan, but God transformed him into “salt,” giving him purpose and calling. Today, he serves as a missionary in Japan with a deep passion for reaching young Japanese people and supporting church planting.

Current Supporting Missionaries

Lacey Hineman

Los Angeles City Baptist Church

Lacey arrived to Los Angeles from Northern California through GenSend 2022 and have been in Los Angeles since then. Lacey graduated with a degree in Public Health Promotion and currently serving as an intern missionary at LA City Baptist Church. She is also a certified Chaplain through the Send Relief program. Her passion is to serve the lost and win souls for Jesus. 

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KMF History

We celebrate the incredible impact of our mission work over the years. Since 1991, KMF has been dedicated to supporting missionaries and pastors across the globe, helping to spread the message of hope and faith.

KMF Missionaries Timeline

This timeline captures the various missionaries, pastors, and organizations supported by KMF over the years, detailing their locations and contributions.

1991 -2017 Rev. Sungho L. (Nepal)

Established a theology school and planted four churches.

1991 - 2023 Rev. David C. (Guatemala)

Established many churches after radical transformation and learning the local language.

2003 - 2014 Rev. T.J. Lee (Alaska)

Rev. Lee spent 11 years to evangelized to the people in Alaska.

2003 - 2015 Gospel Christian Broadcast

Contribution: Supported Christian broadcasting efforts.

2003 - 2011 Rev. Stephen C. (Hungary)

Evangelized to gypsies in various locations around Hungary.

2003 - 2024 Rev.T.J. Lee (Vietnam)

Rev. Lee left his 11 year ministry in Alaska after being called to become a missionary to Vietnam. 

2003 Pastor Rudeer H.Location (America)

Supported in evangelistic efforts.

2006 - 2014 Rev. Philip C. (Cambodia)

Missionary efforts in Cambodia.

2006 - 2016 Missionary Sung Young (China)

Missionary work in China.

2014 - 2017 Coin Mission Foundation 

Supplied resources to the poor in North Korea.

2014 Pasto David K. (Turkey)

Evangelistic efforts in Turkey.

2021 Missionary John L. (China)

Supported in missionary work in China.

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