Migrant theologian Rev. Dr. Darrell Jackson delivered a lecture titled “Kinesis, Diaspora, and the Uncertainties of Theology” at the Chinese Graduate School of Theology (CGST) on January 24. He argued that migration is not merely a peripheral issue but is deeply embedded in the narrative of the Christian Church, influencing its development and mission.

Dr. Patrick Fung, former General Director of The Overseas Missionary Fellowship (OMF) International (2005–2023) and now its Global Ambassador, delivered a lecture titled "Intercultural Leadership and Global Mission" on January 23 as part of the "Cross-Cultural: Josephine So Culture and Ethics Lecture Series." His talk examined the complexities of intercultural leadership in the context of a global mission.

Rev. Dr. Daniel D. Lee, academic dean of the Center for Asian American Theology and associate professor of Theology and Asian American Studies, delivered the first lecture of the "Cross-cultural - Josephine So Culture and Ethics Lecture Series" on January 23. Titled "Contextual Paradox: Non-Essentialist Identity, Divine Encounter, and the Dangers of Theological Contextuality," his lecture explored the complexities of theological contextualization and identity formation.

On January 25, Bethel Bible Seminary hosted an academic presentation titled "Dialogue with Pain: A Spiritual Journey," talking about pastoral studies on marital betrayal and end-of-life care by two speakers.

Professor Lauren Pfister particularly addresses moral cultivation in Ruist tradition and Christian faith in two perspectives: the concept of Christian gracious moral cultivation as an alternative to voluntaristic self-reliance and the interplay between the Ruist "sage" (Shengren) and the Christian "saint" in shaping moral ideals.

On January 17th, Professor Yip Ching Wah delivered a lecture on the Nicene Creed, detailing its historical context, versions, and significance for modern Christian practice, highlighting its role in defining orthodoxy and unifying Chinese churches.

In his presentation at the seminar and workshop "Theological Reception Histories in Modern & Contemporary China", Professor Lauren Pfister explored the cultural understanding of theological worldviews and highlighted four corporate transformative dimensions of culture in the development of Chinese Theology.

A recently published academic paper titled "The Growth of Christianity in China May Have Come to an End" may imply that Christianity in China has stopped growing based on national surveys.

In his lecture "Christians in Hong Kong: Anchored Amidst the Storms" delivered at Kowloon Union Church last Sunday, Rev. Dr. Tobias Brandner, author of Christians in the City of Hong Kong, explored the history, diversity, and social impact of Christianity in Hong Kong.

Professor Lauren Pfister's presentation explored interdisciplinary theological reception in Greater China, highlighting cultural integration, critiques of voluntarism, transformative Chinese theology, and global engagement, urging Chinese theology’s contribution to worldwide Christian discourse.