Littleton, Colo. – Denver Seminary awarded Rev. Dr. Jung-Hyun Oh an honorary Doctor of Divinity degree during its 2024 Commencement service in May.

Dr. Oh, a distinguished leader in the global Christian community, serves as the Senior Pastor of Sarang Church in Seoul, South Korea, a congregation recognized for its extraordinary membership exceeding 100,000 and weekly attendance of 30,000 to 35,000. He is also the Chair of the Board of Trustees at Soongsil University and the President of Sarang Global Academy.

Dr. Oh holds a PhD from Potchefstroom University, a ThM from Calvin Theological Seminary, and both a DMin and MDiv from Talbot School of Theology. Additionally, he has been a resident fellow at Harvard University.

“Dr. Oh’s contributions to the global Christian community and his support for our mission have been invaluable,” said Dr. Sung Wook Chung, professor of Christian Theology and director of the Asian Initiative. “We are honored to recognize his outstanding work and lasting impact on both our institution and the broader theological landscape.”

As an author, Dr. Oh has contributed extensively to theological literature, addressing issues relevant to evangelical and missional Christianity. His work extends internationally, promoting discipleship training in diverse contexts including Brazil, Ethiopia, and various Southeast Asian countries. His leadership and commitment to preparing the next generation of leaders are evident in his encouragement of church members and associate pastors to pursue advanced degrees through Denver Seminary’s Korean Global Campus.

Dr. Oh not only received an honorary doctorate but also delivered the commencement address titled “Dream of the Least.” In his inspiring speech, he emphasized that everyone has the potential to make a significant impact. He shared insights into the growth of the Church in Korea and highlighted his and others’ ongoing and persistent efforts to bring more people to Christ.

Dr. Oh’s relationship with Denver Seminary has been marked by a mutual commitment to theological excellence and spiritual growth. His involvement has enriched the Seminary’s programs and broadened its international outreach. Denver Seminary recognizes Dr. Oh’s exceptional dedication to ministry and his influential role in advancing Christian education. His leadership and commitment to faith embody the values that Denver Seminary upholds.

About Denver Seminary
Denver Seminary is a non-denominational graduate school of theology located in Littleton, Colo. The Seminary’s mission is to prepare men and women to engage the needs of the world with the redemptive power of the gospel and the life-changing truth of Scripture. Established in 1950, Denver Seminary offers on-campus, fully online, and hybrid degree programs, and has an extension campus in Washington DC and a Korean Global Program. In addition, the Seminary offers programming for lay ministry through its Hispanic Programs and Black Church Programs.