Kenny kwok
Kenny has called AABC his church home since 2005. Kenny and his wife Christine have a daughter and a special-needs son. Kenny spent most of his career as an ER nurse but more recently has been a stay-at-home dad. He appreciates the love and support from AABC for his family throughout the years. He has been blessed to serve in various ministries at AABC. Kenny has a passion to walk with others and encourage them as they grow in their Christian faith. (Micah 6:8) Kenny is an avid Saints and LSU Tigers fan. His NOLA and Chinese roots influence his foodie tendencies – he is happy to share his gumbo and beef noodle soup with new and old friends anytime.
Steve ku
Steve is the son of first-generation Chinese Christian immigrants. Steve and wife Allie have three daughters and two grandchildren. Since moving to Dallas in1992, after completing ophthalmology residency in Indiana, Steve and his family have been blessed to call AABC their home church all these years. He has been privileged to serve in whatever capacity the church has asked of him and also on global medical mission trips.
His prayer is for AABC to grow in love and trust for the God of hope, so they may overflow with hope to the world (Romans 15:13). He currently serves on the boards of Lighthouse for Christ and Dallas Theological Seminary.Steve enjoys reading, exercising, skiing, and golfing. But nothing brings him more joy than spending time with his grandchildren.
mark Okada
Mark Okada and his wife Pam have five children and five grandchildren. The family joined AABC in 1994. Mark is co-founder and CEO of Sycamore Tree Capital Partners, an investment management firm. He serves as Board Chairman for the Japanese Evangelical Missionary Society and Karisopolis, LLC, Trustee at the Japanese American National Museum and NexBank Capital, Vice-Chair of the board of trustees at the U.S.-Japan Council, and President of the Okada Family Foundation. Mark earned his degrees in Economics and Psychology at UCLA and the right to use the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation. His passion is helping others grow in their love for Jesus. Mark plays basketball, golfs, surfs, and plays lead guitar for the rock band Socially Distant.
Dorien Tien
Dorian came to faith while attending UT Austin. In 1995, he had his wife Chris joined AABC, where he was baptized, married, and raised their now adult sons, Brian and Jason, with the love and support of the church community. Over the years, he has served in worship ministry, adult Sunday school, retreat planning, on Stewardship Committee, in Crossroads young adult fellowship, and as a deacon. Now, as an elder, his desire is to foster a vibrant church, rooted in loving God and loving others, bearing lasting fruit by abiding in Christ (John 15:1–17). Outside of church, Dorian founded his own company in 2024, 4TNS Ventures, and works as a project manager (PMP, CSM) and IT consultant. As an empty nester, he enjoys watching sports (anything Longhorns), playing pickleball, cooking, and traveling.