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Dr. Nina Balmaceda: Listening to One Another as Path to Reconciliation

Dr. Nina Balmaceda, associate professor and director of the Center for Reconciliation at Duke University’s Divinity School, attended the recent 12th Christian Forum for Reconciliation in Northeast Asia (NARI) in Okinawa, Japan. Originally from Peru, Dr. Balmaceda shares in an exclusive interview with China Christian Daily about the mission of the center, her reflections on reconciliation in diverse contexts, and her hopes for dialogue between China, the United States, and the global church.
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South China Pastor on Ministers’ Dilemma Between Ministry and Family and Ways Forward

For married preachers, the way to balance family and ministry is not found in perfect time management or choosing one over the other. Rather, it lies in the daily affirmation of this truth: Who is truly the head of the family and the church? When both the altar and the dining table become places of worship, faith can transform the seeming dilemma into the two wings that carry us together on the path to heaven.

Quanzhou: Coexistence of Different Religions

Quanzhou is the starting point of the Maritime Silk Road and the southern gateway for the introduction of religions to China. Thus, in the old Quanzhou, onw will see religious sites: Buddhist temples, Taoist shrines, General Guanyu's temples, or Christian churches.

IASCC Calls for Papers on Its First Global Theology Conference

The Institute for Advanced Studies in Chinese Christianity (IASCC) has announced a call for papers for its inaugural Global Theology Conference. Themed “Chinese Christian Theology and Church in Global Perspective: Retrospect and Prospect,” the conference aims to revisit, re-evaluate, and re-imagine the relationship between theological scholarship and church life within Chinese-speaking contexts.
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Wuhan Centennial Church Marks 40th Anniversary of Reconstruction

Liufang Church, located in the Jiangxia District of Wuhan, recently commemorated the 40th anniversary of its resumption of services. Founded by the Swedish Mission Covenant Church, the church has navigated numerous challenges throughout its history. Its journey of growth and resilience exemplifies the profound love and grace of Christ.
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Moments from Beichen Church’s Summer Charity Concert

Beichen Church in Kunming hosted the “A Song of Ascents” summer charity concert on August 16, where over 700 believers worshiped through a blend of Chinese classical music and contemporary hymns.

Moments from Stream of Praise’s 30th Anniversary Asia Tour in Hong Kong

This photo collection captures the heartfelt worship, joyous praise, and spiritual unity of Stream of Praise’s 30th Anniversary concert in Hong Kong on August 2.

National Christian Media Ministry Holds Exchange and Training in Kunming

On September 5, the Media Ministry Committee of CCC&TSPM convened an exchange and training session in Kunming, Yunnan. More than 40 representatives responsible for the media ministry from provincial, municipal, and regional CC&TSPMs participated.

Beijing Gangwashi Church Holds Review Session for Bible Reading, Prayer Fellowship

Gangwashi Church in Beijing holds a Bible reading and prayer fellowship every Friday morning. As attendance steadily grew, the church organized a review and summary session last Friday at the request of participants.

'The Ecumenical Movement Is a Movement of Friendship', Jonas Jonson on Its History and China's Role

Reflecting on 100 years of ecumenism, Jonson calls the movement "a blessing, all the work of the Holy Spirit." The churches have changed incredibly. "When we met in Stockholm now, there is so much friendship, spontaneity. People meet as friends," he said, "In 1925, they were all suspicious of each other."

Pastor Binay Bhandari Launches New Book: 'Dreamer's Qualification'

The Nepali edition of "Dreamer's Qualification", authored by Senior Pastor Vinay Bhandari of Word and Life Church, Pittsburg, USA, has officially been launched in Nepal.

Farewell Ceremony for Christian Artist Daozi Held in Beijing

On September 5, a farewell ceremony for the Christian painter, poet, artist, and Tsinghua Academy of Fine Arts professor Daozi was held at the Changping Funeral Home in Beijing.

80 Years On, Elderly Recall American Flying Tigers Plane's Emergency Landing in Pinghe County

Eighty years later, the spirit of the Flying Tigers continues to symbolize Sino-U.S. friendship. The civilians' rescue of the Flying Tigers was not only an act of wartime goodwill but also a shining example of humanity that transcends national boundaries.

Christian Artist Daozi Dies at 69 Following Battle With Leukemia

On September 1, 2025, Daozi, contemporary art critic, painter, poet, artist, and professor at the Academy of Arts & Design at Tsinghua University, passed away in Beijing from leukemia at the age of 69.

New Book Explores Christian Churches in Occupied Northern China in Anti-Japanese War

The Study of Protestant Church in Occupied Area of North China During the Anti Japanese War, A Case of the Methodist Church in China, 1937-1945, authored by Dr. Wang Miao, has been published by China Religious Culture Publisher in July 2025.

Why Are More People Playing With Their Phones During Sunday Services?

We live in a world overflowing with information and distractions, but our hearts do not belong here, but in heaven. So next time you feel the urge to lower your head to check your phone in the church, pause for a second and ask yourself: “Right now, am I connecting with God, or connecting with the latest trend?”

If God Declares Spiritual State of Emergency on the Global Church, Will It Affect the Chinese Church Positively or Negatively?

In times of crisis, dangers, breakdowns, or laws and orders, governments declare a state of emergency, which is a temporary suspension of normal operations to address threats and, if possible, restore normalcy. But what if God were to do the same because of what is happening in our churches today? Would we be surprised, or would we celebrate it because it is long overdue?

Travel Reflections: Korean Christians in the Fight for National Independence

March 1, 2024, marks the 105th anniversary of the 1919 Independence Movement of Korea. On the eve of this occasion, I had the opportunity to travel to Korea with a few friends for a historical pilgrimage. I visited the National Museum of Korea in central Seoul and the History Museum of Korean Christians at Soongsil University.

Christmas Reflection: Meaning of Faith for Christians

Despite numerous participations in worship and ministries, believers can still reflect on the question, "What does faith truly mean to me?"