In this episode, David Chao interviews Mary Anne de la Torre, Executive Pastor overseeing NextGen Ministry at North Jersey Vineyard. Mary Anne discusses leading the Vineyard’s AAPI Association, its joys of connection and next-gen mentorship, and challenges such as assimilation and lack of Asian American historical awareness.
00:35 NextGen Pastor Role
06:53 Finding the Vineyard
12:29 Family and Women Pastors
14:39 Leading the AAPI Association
29:26 Faith, Healing, and Full Circle
35:24 Call to Empower AAPI Women
40:05 Closing Thanks
Nurturing Future Generations
May 25, 2026
Dialogues in Asian American Theology and Ministry Podcast
The Center for Asian American Christianity is a thought leader in the areas of Asian American theology and ministry. We curate a forward-thinking conversation about the issues confronting Asian American Christians and churches. Learn more about the Center for Asian American Christianity at https://caac.ptsem.edu.
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