Susan Cho Van Riesen

About the Author

Susan Cho Van Riesen is a compassionate author and educator whose work bridges the worlds of faith and family dynamics, offering guidance to young adults navigating their spiritual journeys within cultural and familial contexts. Drawing from her own experiences as a second-generation immigrant and devoted Christian, she explores the challenges of honoring parental expectations while pursuing a personal relationship with Jesus. In her acclaimed book 'Following Jesus Without Dishonoring Your Parents,' Van Riesen provides practical wisdom, biblical insights, and heartfelt stories to empower readers to live authentically in their faith without fracturing family bonds. With a background in counseling and ministry, she continues to inspire through speaking engagements and online resources, helping individuals find harmony between devotion and duty.