From the Pulpit to Public Office: Ps Che's Story (Part 1)

From the Pulpit to Public Office: Ps Che's Story (Part 1)

From POUND FOR POUND LEADER by Mike Kai

December 17, 2025 · 36 min

About this episode

Ps Che Ann shares his early experiences and journey from ministry to running for public office.

In Part 1 of this P4P Podcast Leadership conversation, Ps Che Ann shares the early experiences that shaped his life, faith, and leadership. Born in post-war South Korea, Ps Che reflects on his family's journey to America in search of freedom and opportunity, and how those formative years laid the foundation for a lifetime of service. With over 40 years of leadership experience , he opens up about the call to ministry, the values forged through pastoral leadership, and the heart that has guided him beyond the walls of the church. Now stepping forward to run for Governor of California in 2026 , Ps Che shares why this season matters and how a life rooted in service has prepared him for public leadership. This episode is about calling, character, and conviction, and it's only the beginning. Stay tuned for Part 1, releasing next month!

People in this episode

Host: Mike Kai

Guest: Ps Che Ann

Topics covered

  • leadership
  • faith
  • public service
  • personal journey
  • ministry
  • politics

Keywords

  • leadership
  • faith
  • California Governor
  • ministry
  • public office
  • service
  • character
  • conviction

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Places: South Korea, America, California

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