DR. MIN-DONG PAUL LEE uses his unique background in ministry, the corporate world, and international development to help his students see the connection between their work and their Christian faith.
“It is important for Christians to be in all walks of life, redeeming every part of our society for Christ and his kingdom; that includes business,” he says. “We are redeemed so that we can be committed to doing good works as [Christ’s] own people. These include not just traditional church ministry, but also being salt and light in the corporate world as well as in public service.”
Dr. Lee connects his faith with his research projects as well. One project examines factors in businesses that make better citizens; another looks at how “business as mission” can fight human trafficking. He is also working with Dr. Steven Rundle at Biola University to study “business as mission” entrepreneurs and their impact.
Dr. Lee hopes his students see how they can make a positive impact in the marketplace. “The privilege of playing a small part in equipping the next generation of Christian leaders is truly priceless.”
HOMETOWN: SOUTH KOREA
TITLE: NORRIS A. ALDEAN PROFESSOR OF BUSINESS
DEPARTMENT: BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS
YEARS: 5
EDUCATION: B.A., HONOURS, UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO; M.DIV., REGENT COLLEGE; M.A., EAST ASIAN STUDIES, UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO; PH.D., SOCIOLOGY, CORNELL UNIVERSITY
FUN FACT: DR. LEE HAS LIVED IN FOUR DIFFERENT COUNTRIES