The Salvation Army Wausau Welcomes New Corrs Officers
About the event
Wausau, WI - The Salvation Army Wausau Corps is pleased to welcome Captains Derek and Heather Jung as its new Corps Officers. Bringing a unique blend of ministry experience, international service, and a passion for community engagement, the Jungs are excited to begin their ministry in North Central Wisconsin and serve the people of the Marathon County area.
Captain Derek Jung earned his Master of Divinity ( M.Div.) from Seoul Theological Seminary in South Korea and served in pastoral ministry for ten years. Captain Heather Jung studied fashion design in South Korea before joining Derek in a life dedicated to ministry and service. Together, they served as missionaries in China for approximately five years and experienced Christian community living in both the United Kingdom and the United States for another five years before discovering the Salvation Army in the United States.
After answering God's call to officership, Captains Derek and Heather Jung graduated from The Salvation Army's College for Officer Training ( CFOT) in the USA Central Territory. Their previous appointments included service at the Maplewood Corps in St. Louis, Missouri, and Lakewood Temple Corps in Maplewood, Minnesota. Following three years of overseas service, they have now been appointed to lead The Salvation Army Wausau Corps.
"We are honored and gratefor the opportunity to serve the Marathon Community," said Captains Jung. " We look forward to building relationships, sharing God's love, and working alongside community partners, volunteers, donors, and staff to meet the needs of our neighbors."
As Coprs officers, Captains Jung will provide both spiritual and administrative leadership for tThe Salvation Army's worship services, community outreach programs, youth ministries, emergency assistance, disaster responseefforts, and seasonal asistance programs. Their diverse experiences in ministry and cross-cultural service have prepared them to compassionately serve individuals and families from all walks of life.
The Salvation Army Wausau COprs warmly welcomes Captains Derek and Heather Jung and their family to the community and looks forward to the leadership , compassion, and visino they will bring as they continue The Salvation Army's Mission of meeting human needs in His name without Discrimination.