Welcome to Ulster Worldly, a blog about the history of Presbyterianism. Many of these stories come from my own family, many others come from my own denomination.
Tim Hopper
Raleigh, NC
This is a talk Joe gave at Covenant Presbyterian Church in Charlotte, N.C. which had supported them for many years. He summarizes the life of Joe and Dot in rural evangelist missionary work for their first 25 years in South Korea. Read More
In this booklet, Joseph presents the story of five Old Testament witnesses to Christ: Abel, Abraham, Moses, David, and Isaiah. Each chapter begins with an outline guiding the reader through Scriptural testimony regarding of the subject's life and his witness to Christ. This is followed by a discussion of each man's witness. Read More
In this lecture, Joseph argues belief that the "Scriptures of the Old and New Testament" is "the Word of God, the only infallible rule of faith and practice" is essential and central to the work of a minister. Read More
This research paper analyzes the family structure and social organization on Korean village life in the mid-twentieth century. In particular, it examines "village family ties and their effect on church growth." Read More
Several outlines or manuscripts from sermons preached by Joe. Read More
Several manuscripts from sermons preached by Joseph. Read More
Joe Hopper's memoir (published in 1999) recounting his thirty-eight years as a missionary to South Korea. Read More
Letters to friends, churches, and supporters regarding Joe and Dot's work in Korea from 1948 to 1986. Read More
Several outlines or manuscripts from a folder entitled "Missionary Talks". Read More