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Fulfilling the Love of Christ: Story of Senior Home Over Decade

Over the course of her sixty-plus years of life, Mdam Li, who founded a senior home due to the concern of caring for her parents, has dedicated nearly twenty years to the ministry, which has served the parents of aged church workers.

Southeast Asian Pastor: The Full Message of Salvation Needs to Be Taught Here

Pastor Mark Chan, a Malaysian Chinese pastor serving across Southeast Asia shares his journey from inherited faith to a personal calling. Speaking about the spiritual challenges faced by believers in Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, and Indonesia, he emphasizes the urgent need to teach the full message of salvation and to call Christians into a life of true discipleship.

Fu Guoyong, Esteemed Educator, Historian, Author, Dies at 59; Christians Honor His Legacy

Mr. Fu Guoyong, a prominent scholar of education, historian, and author, passed away suddenly at the age of 59 from a heart attack in the early morning of July 7, 2025, at his residence in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province.

Over 200 Seminarians Graduate Across Southern China

Last week, three theological institutions in southern China held their graduation ceremonies, with over 200 seminary students completing their studies.

'Everyone Serves, Everyone Is Cared For': A Youth Fellowship’s Visionary Approach to Discipleship and Leadership

A thriving youth fellowship in an Eastern China church has grown from 30 to over 100 members, guided by the principle “everyone serves, everyone is cared for,” emphasizing discipleship, shared leadership, and relational ministry.

Female Pastor Shares Four Essentials for Shepherding

Sister Zhou remarked, “A good instructor must be thoroughly familiar with the Bible. This familiarity goes beyond the surface of the words, which means being able to clearly comprehend and articulate the meaning of Scripture.”

Shenzhen Church Hosts Special Gathering for Believers with Intellectual Disabilities

Last Friday, Shatoujiao Church in Shenzhen, Guangdong, hosted a themed charitable event titled "Encountering God's Grace in Disability."

Changsha’s Centennial Church Dedicates New Building After 15 Years

After 15 years of planning and construction, Chengnan Church in Changsha, one of the city’s oldest Christian congregations with roots in the China Inland Mission, dedicated its new building on June 22 with a thanksgiving service attended by more than 1,300 people.

Flying Tiger Donald MacInnis and His Family’s Lifelong Bond with China

New Book Examines Anti-Intellectualism in the Chinese Church

From Burnout to Balance: Veteran Pastors Seek Wholeness in Ministry

Faith at End of Life: Journey of Terminal Care Fellowship

'The Fulfillment of the Kingdom' Art Salon Explores Eschatological Hope in Christian Works

Historic Shenyang Church Resumes Worship After Five-Year Pause

East China Youth Leader Shares Two Keys to Attracting Young People to Church

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East China Youth Leader Shares Two Keys to Attracting Young People to Church

Rev. Dr. Song Jun Explores How 'Anti-Imperialist Patriotism' Shaped Churches in China, Japan, Korea

On June 30, Rev. Dr. Song Jun gave a book launch lecture titled "A Historical Narrative Trilogy: The Respective Interpretations of 'Anti-Imperialist Patriotism' in the Churches of China, Japan, and Korea" for his new book, A History of Christianity in China, Japan, and Korea under the East Asian Order.

'The Fulfillment of the Kingdom' Art Salon Explores Eschatological Hope in Christian Works

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INTERVIEW

'We Are Servants, Not Officials': Retired Pastor Reflects on Role Transition, Eternal Calling

After retiring from decades of church leadership, Pastor Liang, now in his 70s, remains active in ministry. In an interview, he shares how he adjusted his mindset, avoided rivalry, and found freedom in continuing to serve without position.

TESTIMONIES

Story: Faith and Prayer Lead Township Church to a Well of Living Water

Through unwavering faith and earnest prayer, a township church witnessed a miraculous breakthrough as water burst forth from solid rockce.

VOICE

Pastors' Voice: Churches Need Basic Psychological Knowledge—But Not All of It

As mental health issues rise across China, some pastors are rethinking the church’s approach to emotional and psychological struggles, advocating for basic psychological knowledge while warning against overreliance on it.

FOCUS

Why Are Fewer Young People Attending Church in China? 7 Possible Reasons

In recent years, many churches in China have observed a noticeable decline in the number of young people attending services or participating in church life. While this trend is not unique to China, it has prompted leaders and believers to reflect more deeply on its causes.

ACADEMICS

Rev. Dr. Song Jun Explores How 'Anti-Imperialist Patriotism' Shaped Churches in China, Japan, Korea

INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGES

CCC&TSPM Engages in Global Dialogue at WCC’s 70th Central Committee Meeting

From June 18 to 25, two representatives from China traveled to Johannesburg, South Africa, to attend the 70th Central Committee Meeting of the World Council of Churches.

ISSUES

‘Le Miserables’- Children With Down Syndrome in China

This investigative report examines the survival status of children with Down Syndrome in China. Drawing on five real-life case studies and national data, it exposes the deep challenges these children and their families face.

CHARITY

Shenzhen Church Hosts Special Gathering for Believers with Intellectual Disabilities

Last Friday, Shatoujiao Church in Shenzhen, Guangdong, hosted a themed charitable event titled "Encountering God's Grace in Disability."

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Six Years of Service: Taizhou Church Offers Free Water to Community

Jiaojiang Church in Taizhou, Zhejiang Province, has operated a free water station for six consecutive years as part of the city’s “One Cup of Water” public welfare initiative, serving over 10,000 people to date.

Historic Shenyang Church Resumes Worship After Five-Year Pause

On July 2, Dongguan Church in Shenyang, Liaoning Province, resumed worship services, drawing over 1,600 believers. This marked the first gathering at the church since services were suspended at the end of 2019, a hiatus that lasted over five years.

Grassroots Christian Activity Site Dedicated in Heze

A Life and a Church Restored Together

Ningbo Church Marks 3 Years in New Building

Faith at End of Life: Journey of Terminal Care Fellowship

From Burnout to Balance: Veteran Pastors Seek Wholeness in Ministry

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In Pictures: Graduation Season at Seminaries in China

This photo collection highlights memorable moments from various graduation ceremonies held across theological seminaries in China during June 2025

Resting Place of Faith: Li Lang Holy Mountain

Li Lang Holy Mountain dates back to the mid-19th century, when the church purchased Anmoling Mountain from Li Lang to serve as a sacred burial ground for deceased Christians.

Church & Ministries

'Everyone Serves, Everyone Is Cared For': A Youth Fellowship’s Visionary Approach to Discipleship and Leadership

Shenzhen Church Hosts Special Gathering for Believers with Intellectual Disabilities

Female Pastor Shares Four Essentials for Shepherding

Pastoral Staff Workshop Held in Zhongshan

On July 1, Zhongshan CC&TSPM held its fourth pastoral ministry seminar of 2025 at Longdu Church, drawing 37 pastoral staff from across the city.

World

Pastor Shan Rai Elected President of BNCA

Southeast Asian Pastor: The Full Message of Salvation Needs to Be Taught Here

WCC Elects New Executive Committee; China’s Gu Jingqin Among Members

Gu Jingqin, interim chief of the Overseas Relations Department of the China Christian Council, has been elected as a member of the second Executive Committee of the World Council of Churches.

Israel-Iran Ceasefire Holding as Israel Eases Home Front Restrictions, Turns Attention to Gaza

It's been one day since the ceasefire between Israel and Iran ended the 12-day war. Both countries are now assessing what was accomplished.

China

Fulfilling the Love of Christ: Story of Senior Home Over Decade

Fu Guoyong, Esteemed Educator, Historian, Author, Dies at 59; Christians Honor His Legacy

Flying Tiger Donald MacInnis and His Family’s Lifelong Bond with China

Among the recipients of the “Touching China Person of the Year 2023” was an international friend from afar, Elyn MacInnis, known in China by her Chinese name, Mu Yanling, whose family has a long-standing bond with China, beginning with her father-in-law, Donald MacInnis.