For decades, the global Christian community has faithfully prayed for the church in China. From concerns over religious freedom to hopes for mission breakthroughs among unreached people groups, intercessors have stood in the gap for Chinese believers. Yet while prayer points have been many, the voices of Chinese Christians themselves are less often heard.

The photo collection captures moments of gratitude and celebration during the 20th anniversary of Chongyi Church, the largest church in Hangzhou.

On April 20, 2025, churches across China celebrated Easter Sunday with special worship services and performances. Believers gathered to mark the occasion through hymns, sacred music, dances, and instrumental duets, with various events reflecting the joy and devotion of the Christian community.

In China, it is a tradition for most registered churches to hold worship services on Good Friday each year to commemorate the Passion of Jesus.

The photo collection captures the solemn and vibrant moments of Palm Sunday services across various churches in China. From the procession of palm fronds to heartfelt hymns of praise, these images highlight the spiritual significance of this Christian tradition, symbolizing the arrival of Jesus in Jerusalem and reflecting the deep faith of Chinese believers.

On March 5, churches across China marked Ash Wednesday, the beginning of Lent, with worship services.

Churches across China joined in the observance of the World Day of Prayer last week, an annual global movement led by Christian women from over 200 countries.

Churches across southern China marked the World Day of Prayer early with a worship service, discussions, and community activities, emphasizing the role of Christian women in the church and society ahead of the global observance on March 7.

The Lantern Festival, observed on the fifteenth day of the first lunar month in the Chinese calendar and coinciding with the full moon, marks the conclusion of the Chinese New Year. This year, the festival falls on February 12. This photo collection tells how churches across China hosted Lantern Festival celebrations, blending tradition with faith through gatherings, performances, and acts of fellowship.

In commeration of the 2025 Spring Festival, churches across China embraced the tradition by hosting events to write and distribute Spring Festival couplets and blessing characters. This photo collection captures the celebrations and meaningful cultural practices during this festive season.