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February 4, 2027 | Loneliness, Belonging, and the Future of Community Featuring Jay Paul Hinds and Yoona Kang with community partner ChoralPop and the Arts Council of Princeton
As loneliness reaches unprecedented levels, what does it take to build communities where people genuinely belong? Drawing on insights from theology and psychology, this conversation considers the forces driving isolation today and the practices that help us create deeper connection, trust, and shared life.
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Dr. Jay-Paul Hinds is Associate Professor of Pastoral Theology at Princeton Theological Seminary. Drawing on theology, psychology, and pastoral care, his work explores how people navigate life’s challenges with resilience, hope, and deeper connection to one another. An engaging teacher and ordained minister, he brings both scholarly insight and pastoral wisdom to conversations about faith, mental health, and human flourishing.
Dr. Yoona Kang is Assistant Professor of Psychology and Prevention Science at Rutgers University–Camden and Director of the Compassion and Well-being Lab. Her research explores how compassion can be cultivated and how stronger social connections can improve individual and community well-being. Combining insights from psychology with innovative digital tools, she studies practical, evidence-based ways to address loneliness, strengthen relationships, and help people flourish. In practice…
Founded by Natalie Cardillo, ChoralPop creates joyful, welcoming singing experiences that bring people together regardless of musical background. Built on the belief that singing is for everyone, ChoralPop uses pop-up choirs and community-centered events to foster connection, creativity, and shared participation. Their work demonstrates how making music together can transform a group of strangers into a community.
