Who We Are Cafe Rothem was started by Pastor James Choi and his wife Joan in 2016. At Rothem, James wanted to provide a place of rest and healing away from the noise of the world, as well as a place that patronized arts and music. FAQ:What is “Rothem”?About our Coffee Cafe Rothem is also home to Rothem Church, a Korean Presbyterian church that worships in the same place on Sundays at 11:00 AM. It is mainly held in Korean. Service is open to all.