Eugene is the founder and lead pastor of Quest Church—an urban, multicultural, and multigenerational church in Seattle—and also the founder and executive director of Q Café—an innovative, nonprofit community cafe and music venue. Eugene and his wife Minhee are also the founders of One Day’s Wages (ODW)—”a new movement of people, stories, and actions to alleviate extreme global poverty.”

The strategy of ODW is to create a collaborative movement by integrating human relationships, social media/technology, and the power of story. ODW promotes awareness, invites simple giving (one day’s wages), and supports sustainable relief through partnership—especially with smaller organizations in developing regions. Since it launched in October 2009, ODW has been featured in the The New York Times (twice), The Seattle Times, NPR, Mashable, and numerous other media outlets.

Eugene and Minhee have been married for more than 15 years and live with their three children in Seattle.

Posts By This Author

The Story and Voice of Sung-Bong Choi

by Eugene Cho 06-09-2011

Have you heard the story of Sung-Bong Choi? I absolutely love these kinds of stories. And it's not that I just love these kinds of stories, I need these kinds of stories. Perhaps, we all need these kind of stories.

An Alternative to Abortion: Imagine the Story We Can Live Out

by Eugene Cho 06-03-2011
After my recent intense post about the rapture that has come and gone, I thought I'd write about a very light topic:

Harold Camping, Rapture, and Jesus

by Eugene Cho 05-23-2011
The rapture date and prediction has come and gone.

What Are Your 'Life Giving' Questions?

by Eugene Cho 05-18-2011

I love what I do, but it's amazing how even that which you do and that which you feel "called" to do can grow in an unhealthy way to become idolatrous or simply draining.

In a Broken World, I Long for Peace

by Eugene Cho 05-12-2011
Like all of you, I was stunned some days ago as I started soaking in the breaking news of Osama bin Laden's capture and death via U.S. military operations.

Let's Not Forget: It's Not About Us

by Eugene Cho 04-19-2011

I'm very fond of this season in the Christian calendar because I can mention the word "ass" during my blog post and sermon and still keep all the fundamentalists off my back.

Lent: Giving Up Coffee, or My Life?

by Eugene Cho 03-11-2011

Is Theology The Most Important Thing?

by Eugene Cho 03-03-2011
Over the course of this past weekend and my recent post about hell, universalism, exclusivism, and other eliti

Contend for the Gospel, But Please Don't Be a Jerk

by Eugene Cho 02-24-2011
In a pluralistic world of a plethora of thoughts, ideas, philosophies, and worldviews, it makes total sense to me that Christians need to be equipped and engaged in "contending" for the gospel.

President Obama and the National Prayer Breakfast

by Eugene Cho 02-03-2011
Hi everyone. I'm currently in Washington, D.C.

Why Asian Parents Are the Best and Worst

by Eugene Cho 01-21-2011
It's amazing what one article can do, but one thing that's clear is Amy Chua is going to sell some books. Cha-ching.

Acknowledging the Giver of Martin Luther King Jr.'s Dreams

by Eugene Cho 01-14-2011

In anticipation of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (this coming Monday, January 17, I'm sharing one of my favorite MLK Jr. quotes:

Seeking Justice: Does it Really Matter?

by Eugene Cho 01-06-2011
Yesterday morning, I arrived at Q Cafe as I do on nearly every work morning to begin a new day.

The Inconsistency for the Call to Civility

by Eugene Cho 12-29-2010

In light of an unsuccessful campaign to become the president of my middle school as an eighth grader, I have no plans on entering politics and running for political office.

The Testimony of One North Korean Girl

by Eugene Cho 12-01-2010

You need to watch this. In fact, you must watch this. Please watch this.

Is He a Christian, a Muslim, or a Cactus? Why Can't We Just Believe President Obama?

by Eugene Cho 10-01-2010

I received a letter this week from the White House. A big fat packet. Ain't I special?

The Best Part of Wanting to Change the World

by Eugene Cho 08-20-2010
I'm thankful that God rarely answers our constant requests wanting to know the future.

Why?

Death By Ministry: Why is Being a Pastor so Unhealthy?

by Eugene Cho 08-12-2010
Several years ago, I spent several hours/week doing research (and meeting with other pastors) about pastoral health and vitality for my denomination.

Why I Am Not Quitting Christianity

by Eugene Cho 08-03-2010
By now, most of you have heard of the dramatic news of Anne Rice's simple statement of "quitting Christianity." I'm amazed how much coverage this has received -- everywhere.

Everyone Needs to Read This

by Eugene Cho 07-08-2010

Everyone needs to read this.

Every Christian needs to read this.

Every Christian, pastor, leader, community organizer, and influencer needs to read this.