Rev. Eun Sik (Cloud) Poy was born in Korea and studied theology at the Central Theological School. During his studies, he traveled to the Philippines as a short-term missionary. While serving in the mission field, he received a divine calling to dedicate his life to spreading the gospel as a servant of God.

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After completing his theological studies in Korea, he moved to the United States to continue his theological education at God’s Bible School in Cincinnati, Ohio, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree. He initially pursued missiology at Asbury Seminary but later transitioned to the Master of Divinity (M.Div.) program, believing it to be the most fitting path for his calling.

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After graduating, he was commissioned by the United Methodist Church in the Michigan Conference and appointed to churches in the Boyne City and Petoskey areas.

 

His experience as a Korean pastor in a predominantly white church sparked a deep interest in multi-ethnic ministry. To further his academic understanding of the field, he studied and completed the coursework for a Doctor of Ministry (D.Min) degree at the Talbot School of Theology at Biola University in California. 

 

While praying for a holistic care center for pastoral ministry, he met his wife, Lisa, who shared his vision of establishing a care center for pastors and missionaries. Together, they continue to pray for this ministry.

 

Rev. Poy served as the pastor of Carleton UMC for three years. As of 2024, he serves as the lead pastor at Novi UMC.