Since the 20th century, American missionaries have long been recognized as key political organizers in the anti-Japanese movement in Korea and integration of Koreans into American society. Previous scholarship examines the political and cultural implications of this devout relationship, primarily for first generations of “Gyopo” (Korean-Americans). My project will focus on the transformation of Christianity as a keyword to the “Gyopo” identity, and how different generations of Koreans utilize churches as spaces for finding community in racially isolating environments. I will highlight the ways these generations struggle to define their identities, as churches may marginalize those who do not subscribe to hyper conservative values, despite having greater English fluency and awareness of American culture than their parents.