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Southlake, Texas — The King’s University and Seminary is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Donald Kim as Associate Director of its Doctor of Ministry (DMin) Program.
Dr. Kim brings to the role a rare combination of theological scholarship, pastoral ministry experience, and professional expertise in technology and innovation. He earned a PhD in Theology from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, a Master of Divinity from Yale University, and a bachelor’s degree in Classics from the University of Texas at Austin. His academic work has also included advanced study at Tyndale House in Cambridge, England, and Hebrew University in Jerusalem.
With more than twelve years of full-time faculty experience, Dr. Kim has served extensively in doctoral education, advising both Doctor of Ministry and Doctor of Philosophy students. He has also served the church in pastoral and lay ministry contexts in Laredo, New Haven, and the Dallas–Fort Worth area. In addition, his work as a founder, AI architect, and data engineer reflects the breadth of perspective he brings to leadership, research, and theological education.
“We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Donald Kim to The King’s University and Seminary,” said Dr. Irini Fambro, President of The King’s University. “His combination of theological scholarship, technological innovation, and practical ministry engagement is exactly the kind of leadership that will carry our DMin program into its next chapter. As the landscape of ministry and higher education continues to evolve, we are committed to preparing leaders who are both Spirit-formed and future-ready—and Dr. Kim embodies that vision. We expect his influence to accelerate the growth and reach of this program in significant ways.”
In his new role, Dr. Kim will help provide academic leadership for the DMin program through teaching, mentoring doctoral students, supporting program development, and advancing strategic initiatives that strengthen the university’s mission to equip ministry leaders for faithful and effective service.
Dr. Kim embodies the values of scholarly excellence, spiritual maturity, and servant leadership that are central to The King’s University and Seminary,” said Dr. Dan Call, Director of the Doctor of Ministry Program. “His love for students, commitment to academic rigor, and dedication to helping ministry leaders fulfill their calling make him an outstanding addition to our leadership team.”
In his new role, Dr. Kim will help provide academic leadership for the DMin program through teaching, mentoring doctoral students, supporting program development, and advancing strategic initiatives that strengthen the university’s mission to equip ministry leaders for faithful and effective service.
Reflecting on his appointment, Dr. Kim said, “It’s an exciting time to be at The King’s University, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to join in what God is doing here—to help raise leaders for the Kingdom.”
Dr. Kim and his wife, Dr. Grace Kim, a pediatrician in Southlake, are raising four daughters. Faith, family, and service remain central to his life and ministry.
Founded in 1997 by Pastor Jack Hayford, The King’s University exists to equip Spirit-formed leaders for ministry, marketplace, and mission. Through accredited undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs, The King’s offers biblically grounded, Spirit-empowered education in a variety of formats, including on-campus, online, and hybrid modalities.
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