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▼▲Hi, my name is Joe.What is your name?
You will see these words on the wall inside a unique cafi called Joe's Table, named after Joseph Chung. Joseph was diagnosed with autism at a young age and was also afflicted with a seizure disorder. Because Joseph loved to socialize in his own loving and harmless way, Dr. Stephanie Chung and her husband envisioned a job where Joseph could experience the joy and self-esteem that come from having meaningful work. Joe had a talent for engaging people by greeting them. A coffee shop seemed like the perfect place for that gift.
In Joe's Table, Stephanie shares her story of:
- a son birthed in joy and later diagnosed with autism.
- a long battle raising an autistic son, and the journey that made her understand God's providence and compassion.
- heaven's comfort for mothers who struggle and grieve because their children are different than they expected.
- a disability that became a blessing to teach God's love.
Joseph passed away unexpectedly in September 2012. Stephanie had to face despair and frustration once again as she sent her child to heaven before her. In that moment, she met the heart of God. Joe's Table continued to evolve and had its grand opening on June 24, 2013. Now it is a one-of-a-kind coffee shop that serves the community and opens employment opportunities for those with different abilities.
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▼▲Title: Joe's Table: Hi, my name is Joseph, What's your name? - eBook By: Stephanie Chung Format: DRM Free ePub Vendor: Broadstreet Publishing Group | Publication Date: 2018 ISBN: 9781424556014 ISBN-13: 9781424556014 Stock No: WW93895EB |
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▼▲What is your name?
You will see these words on the wall inside a unique café called Joes Table, named after Joseph Chung. Joseph was diagnosed with autism at a young age and was also afflicted with a seizure disorder. Because Joseph loved to socialize in his own loving and harmless way, Dr. Stephanie Chung and her husband envisioned a job where Joseph could experience the joy and self-esteem that come from having meaningful work. Joe had a talent for engaging people by greeting them. A coffee shop seemed like the perfect place for that gift.
In Joes Table, Stephanie shares her story of:
- a son birthed in joy and later diagnosed with autism.
- a long battle raising an autistic son, and the journey that made her understand Gods providence and compassion.
- heavens comfort for mothers who struggle and grieve because their children are different than they expected.
- a disability that became a blessing to teach Gods love.
Joseph passed away unexpectedly in September 2012. Stephanie had to face despair and frustration once again as she sent her child to heaven before her. In that moment, she met the heart of God. Joes Table continued to evolve and had its grand opening on June 24, 2013. Now it is a one-of-a-kind coffee shop that serves the community and opens employment opportunities for those with different abilities.
Author Bio
▼▲Stephanies contributions through music and philanthropy are evident in the numerous charitable events, fundraisers, and concerts she has organized and at which she has performed. She is currently the director and conductor of the Vancouver Zion Mission Choir, a group of 160 Korean Canadians who have dedicated their lives to spreading joy and harmony globally through music. Stephanie has led the choir at the Palace of the Korean President in the Blue House in 2010. She was also featured as the main pianist at the Canadian Parliament Prayer Breakfast in 2010. In October 2011, the Zion Choir was honored to perform at Carnegie Hall in New York.
While Stephanie has been passionately pursuing her love for music, she has also been actively involved in the diplomatic community. Her credentials include her post as a former vice president of the Vancouver Consular Circle. Stephanie is also the ambassador of GAiN (Global Aid Network), "demonstrating the love of God, in word and deed." Through these posts, she always seeks ways to improve the welfare of people around the globe by demonstrating harmony and love.
In addition, Stephanie serves on numerous educational boards. In 2008, she became a board member for the Vancouver International Song Institute (VISI). She is also the founder of Bethesda Parents Society, a support group for Korean mothers and fathers of mentally handicapped children. Through the Bethesda Parents Society, Stephanie supports and educates women and men who have autistic children. She also served on the board of directors of the Vancouver Opera.
Stephanie is the founding director of Amenida Seniors Community, which provides affordable, independent, and assisted living services to seniors in a truly multicultural environment. Amenida Seniors Community is the only facility in British Columbia that fulfills the unique needs of Korean seniors by providing culturally specific meals and activities and bilingual staffing. It is filled with more than sixty Korean seniors and sixty Canadian seniors. Every day, there is a wide variety of opportunities for everyone to enjoy individual or shared activities and events.
Stephanies most recent accomplishment is the establishment of Joes Table Cafe, which is staffed with people with different abilities. Her vision for this venture came from her desire to find meaningful employment for her late son, Joseph Chung. Joseph was diagnosed at a young age with autism and was also afflicted with seizure disorder. Since he always loved to socialize in his own loving and harmless way, Stephanie envisioned a job for him as a greeter to the patrons. In September 2012, however, Joseph passed away unexpectedly in a drowning accident. Nevertheless, Joes Table continued to evolve and had its grand opening on June 23, 2013. Now it is a one-of-a-kind coffee shop that serves the community with the main focus of offering employment opportunities to those with different abilities. With the current location in Vancouver and two locations in South Korea, there are plans to open Joes
Tables across British Columbia and Canada in the months and years to come.
In 2014, Stephanie received the "Widen our World" award from Community Living BC for her work with Joes Table Cafe. The award recognizes outstanding contributions toward creating environments that promote inclusiveness for people with differing abilities. Stephanie also received a service award from US President Barack Obama in 2013 and received the Order of Civil Merit "Dongbaek Medal" from South Korean President Geun-hye Park in 2015 for her contribution to promoting the rights and interests of Koreans abroad. Stephanie Chung, a wife and mother of five, is a philanthropist at heart, an accomplished musician, a true diplomat, and an educator. She lives to generously give back to the world through her talents and loving heart.
Editorial Reviews
▼▲- Billy Kim, chairman, Far East Broadcasting Company
Stephanie Chungs Joes Table, which is about her and Peters first son, Joseph, is a testimony to the love of a mother for a son who had attributes and gifts that surpassed those of othersgifts of love, joy, and encouragementthat far exceeded his capacities in other areas of life. What a joy to see how the Chung family was enhanced by each of their children! The truths of this life story will encourage and touch many families who share in this special pilgrimage of challenge and comfort, knowing that God loves them and in his special grace fulfills his loving plan and purpose.
- Will Graham, vice president, Billy Graham Evangelistic Association
- Jim Pattison, CEO and chairman of Jim Pattison Group
The Psalmist reminds us that God "prepares a table before us," even though we may be surrounded with formidable challenges. The words of Stephanie Chung in Joes Table encourage our hearts as she shares with us how God can use the challenges of the challenged to bring light and hope to the shadows of our times. Her son, Joseph, was a shining example of the surprises God has in store if we allow Him to set the tables of our lives.
- Honorable Stockwell Day, PC, ICDD
- The Honorable Yonah Martin, Canadian senator
As a child I sang the hymn "Faith Is the Victory," and I could not help but be reminded of that truth after reading Dr. Stepha­nie Chungs Joes Tablea personal and touching story of sweet Joseph. This intimate history of a familys love and devotion to one so innocent and good is nothing short of inspirational. It is a must-read for parents in need of encouragement and for anyone else whose journey has left them lonely and even afraid. Stepha­nie Chung and her husband, Peter, shine a light for the rest of us.
- Andrew K. Benton, president and CEO, Pepperdine University, Malibu, California
- Maria Gloria Penayo de Duarte, the former first lady of Paraguay
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