Our Story
Discover how one person's journey became a movement of connection and growth
One Person's Journey
For thirteen years, one person ate alone, repeated the same sentences, and wondered why belonging felt so elusive.
How did that lonely journey transform into a mission to build warm, inclusive communities?
Discover Andrew's honest story of transformation.
Joining God's Mission of Restoring All Creation into Shalom
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Read the Full StoryVision & Mission
Our Vision
A world transformed by the love of God, experiencing shalom, and embracing the beauty of diversity.
Our Mission
To create vibrant, compassionate communities where local neighbors—both international residents and Koreans—connect, communicate, and share resources, fostering an exemplary multicultural society. Our goal is to contribute to a richer, safer, more just, and beautiful local community through small, warm, and authentic circles of interaction.
We achieve this by:
- Providing opportunities for language education (Korean/English) and cultural exchange.
- Discovering and addressing the practical needs of neighbors through community-driven projects.
- Promoting fresh perspectives on culture, community, business, and the value of foreigners and diversity.
Our Journey — Milestones at a Glance
Vancouver Roots
Started a free weekly English Conversation Club on Zoom, giving language learners a safe, welcoming space to practice speaking.
The Spark
Andrew casts the vision for a multicultural community called Make A Circle.
Local Roots
Back in Korea, Andrew hosts tiny coffee-shop meet-ups via the Danggeun app; a Kakao Open Chat grows into our first neighborhood circle.
First Space & Circles
Opened an office near Gwanggyo Station; launched small-group English Speaking Circles (beginner & intermediate).
Community Deepens
Friends Circles run into early 2024.
Multiplying Impact
Expanding programs and global reach.
Next Horizon
Scale Talkle globally, launch BAM ventures, and keep forming circles that bring Shalom to every corner of our neighborhoods and the world.
Core Values
Servant Leadership
Christ-focused
Universal Love
Celebrating Diversity
Truth
Pursuit of Common Good
Gospel Sharing
Justice-driven
Kingdom-minded
Sabbath Rest
Meet Our Team
Andrew Lee
Founder & CEO
A passionate educator and community builder who believes in the power of authentic relationships to transform lives and bridge cultures.
Hyeri Cho
Program Manager
Hyeri oversees the MAC Program, excelling in conceiving and planning diverse weekly activities. She also responsibly handles Make A Circle's overall administrative tasks, embodying true community by becoming genuine friends and neighbors with various participants, and is a passionate, hardworking member of our team.
Yesol Kim
Community & Admin Assistant
Yesol hosts our Saturday language exchange meetings, embodying the spirit of our community. As a graphic design expert, she brilliantly handles various content design tasks and offers valuable insights into our social media direction with her calm demeanor and marketing sense.