Christian Abraham Kuyper
Research Institute in Seoul
Our Mission
ChARIS advances Kuyperian public theology and forms Christian leaders for public responsibility in the Korean context.
Grounded in Abraham Kuyper’s vision of Christ’s lordship over every sphere of life, we integrate scholarship, publication, and leadership formation to prepare a new generation of leaders for Korean reunification and its societal reconstruction.
Advancing Kuyperian Public Theology
Forming Christian Public Leaders
About Us
ChARIS is a research institute and public theological platform rooted in Kuyper’s theological vision, based in Seoul, Korea. It advances scholarship, publication, leadership formation, and structured network development to serve the church and society across the Korean peninsula.
Its name reflects the Greek word χάρις (“grace”), a central theme in Kuyper’s theology affirming both God’s sovereignty and human responsibility in every sphere of life. This conviction defines the Institute’s identity: Christian leadership in public life must be anchored in divine grace and embodied in responsible engagement.
Our Initiatives
ChARIS Academy &
Junior Fellowship
Forming Christian leaders through Kuyper’s theology and public vision for a reunified Korea—particularly among those from North Korean refugee communities.
ChARIS Seminars & Conferences
Convening domestic interdisciplinary seminars and international conferences addressing the challenges of Korean reunification in light of the gospel and the common good.
ChARIS Press
Bringing Abraham Kuyper’s theological legacy into contemporary public discourse—especially in light of the responsibilities surrounding Korea’s future reunification.
ChARIS is not merely launching programs; it is building a platform that will prepare Christian public leaders who will participate in shaping Korea’s next chapter.