Our Pastor
Pastor Ji Hae Lee
Rev. Ji Hae Lee was born and raised in South Korea and was ordained as an elder in the Korean Methodist Church on May 19, 2020.
Desiring to broaden her theological perspective and gain cross-cultural ministry experience, she came to the United States to pursue a Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree at Drew Theological School. After graduating in May 2026, she was appointed to serve as pastor of First United Methodist Church in July 2026.
Rev. Lee believes that the heart of ministry is leading people to Christ, loving others as Christ loves us, and faithfully following God’s will. Rather than seeking to promote herself or simply introduce new ideas, she strives to prayerfully discern what is right in God’s eyes and to follow His leading with humility and obedience.
She is passionate about building a Christ-centered community where people grow together in faith, care for one another, and experience God’s love. Rev. Lee considers it a privilege to walk alongside people in every season of life through worship, prayer, pastoral care, and the sharing of God’s Word.
She looks forward to growing in faith with the congregation as they seek God’s purpose together and witness His work in the life of the church and the surrounding community.
