
Dorcas Cheng-Tozun
Dorcas Cheng-Tozun is a writer and leader whose work with various nonprofits, social enterprises, and faith-based organizations has given her opportunity to engage with a broad range of social issues toward solutions in the areas of homelessness, affordable housing, energy access, youth leadership, HIV/AIDS, and international development. She lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with her social entrepreneur husband and two young sons.
Articles by Dorcas Cheng-Tozun
Dorcas Cheng-Tozun • 4 Nov 2021
How do you engage with justice efforts when you possess an extra degree of sensitivity? Dorcas Cheng-Tozun gives us a sneak peek on her forthcoming book on this topic.
Dorcas Cheng-Tozun • 21 Jul 2020
Dorcas Cheng-Tozun reflects on the faithfulness of God as we struggle through the twin pandemics of racism and Covid-19.
Dorcas Cheng-Tozun • 10 Dec 2019
Dorcas Cheng-Tozun reflects on the rich work God does in us during seasons of waiting.
Dorcas Cheng-Tozun • 6 Feb 2019
Join us as we hear from writer Dorcas Cheng-Tozun in this installment of our regular WAP Woman Wednesday series.
Dorcas Cheng-Tozun • 27 Sep 2018
How much control do we really have over our own lives? Dorcas Cheng-Tozun challenges our assumptions and considers their spiritual impact.
Dorcas Cheng-Tozun • 7 Nov 2017
Dorcas Cheng-Tozun shares her thoughts on building a strong marriage in the midst of a demanding life calling.
Dorcas Cheng-Tozun • 11 Apr 2017
A reflection on pursuing a calling while releasing control of outcomes, learning that faithfulness to God matters more than achievement or success.
Dorcas Cheng-Tozun • 6 Sep 2016
A reflection on privilege through a cross-cultural friendship in Kenya, discovering that in God’s kingdom true privilege is not status or wealth but the opportunity to love and serve others.
Dorcas Cheng-Tozun • 13 Jun 2016
A reflection on letting go of self-centered ambition and learning that true purpose comes from serving God and others rather than seeking personal success or recognition.
Dorcas Cheng-Tozun • 28 Jan 2016
A reflection on mortality as a gift that makes life meaningful, urging readers to live with awareness, gratitude, and hope in God rather than fear of death.
Dorcas Cheng-Tozun • 10 Nov 2015
A personal reflection on grief, loss, and gratitude, exploring how the author navigates miscarriage and trusts God amid pain and unanswered questions.
Dorcas Cheng-Tozun • 27 Oct 2015
A reflection on finding joy through hardship, showing how obstacles and challenges can shape deeper gratitude, resilience, and a more grounded sense of joy in life.
Dorcas Cheng-Tozun • 24 Sep 2015
A reflection on working to “change the world” and realizing that even good causes can become self-focused, inviting readers to examine their motives and pursue service that truly honors God.
Dorcas Cheng-Tozun • 18 Aug 2015
A reflection on resentment in everyday life and how shifting from frustration to curiosity and openness to God’s plans can slowly replace bitterness with hope and possibility.
Dorcas Cheng-Tozun • 28 Jul 2015
A reflection on balancing vocation and limits, showing how pursuing meaningful work should also include honoring God-given rhythms of rest, humility, and trust.
Dorcas Cheng-Tozun • 14 Apr 2015
A reflection on how life didn’t go as planned for the author, exploring disappointment, adaptation, and learning to trust God’s direction when circumstances change unexpectedly.
Dorcas Cheng-Tozun • 3 Mar 2014
Dorcas Cheng-Tozun tells of her journey to bring electricity to a rural China village in this award-winning piece from The Well's Call for Stories.
Dorcas Cheng-Tozun • 4 Feb 2014
A personal reflection on growing up Asian Christian, wrestling with cultural expectations, burnout, and learning God’s unconditional love and rest.













