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Pastor: Strengthening Believers' Spiritual Growth Must Be Church's Top Priority

When discussing church development, grassroots churches might consider constructing church buildings and training staff, while urban churches tend to mention institutional development. While these aspects are indeed parts of church development, an equally crucial component is the spiritual growth of congregants, which should be regarded as the highest priority in church development.

In Memory of Rev. Lin Shengben, China's Sacred Music Pioneer

China's sacred music pioneer Rev. Lin Shengben passed away in Shanghai at the age of 98 on March 6, 2025. The hymnal books he compiled filled the gap in the church's sacred music needs during the early years of the reform and opening-up, and the sacred music training class he initiated in Xiamen trained a large number of choir leaders for churches nationwide.
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Rejuvenated Senior Choir: A Foundation and Blessing for the Church

There is a special choir in Church H. Most of its members are over 60 years old, and some of them are even 80 years old. Many of them can not read, understand melody, or even read staff. However, in every gathering, they use the most simple hymns and rhythms to convey the love and persistence of faith. This choir, known as the Third Choir, is not only an important part of the worship of Church H, but also the backbone of the church's pastoral ministry.
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Returning Home for Chinese New Year: Coal Gone, People Left, Church Remains

Next to our village was another formed by the families of coal mine workers. Alongside it was the busiest street in the area, filled with various street foods, clothes, and necessities for the new year. At the end of this street was the church where I had been attending Sunday services since childhood.
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Is the Church Ready for the AI Era?

Heretical organizations leverage AI technology to create hymns, images, and digital figures, using online media to attract followers. In contrast, registered churches in China have a limited digital presence.

'When Church Meets AI' – Navigating the Technological Tide

Rev. Kin-Leung Lau and Prof. Shui-Man Kwan discussed AI's potential to enhance church ministry, from administrative tasks to sermon preparation, while also addressing philosophical questions about AI consciousness and the ethical implications of its use, urging a balanced approach of proactive exploration and critical discernment.
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Roundtable on Double Ninth Festival: Elderly Ministry in Aging Era

In celebration of the annual Double Ninth Festival, the Gospel Times editorial team gathered to reflect on their experiences visiting churches across various regions in recent years. They discussed effective practices that churches have implemented to care for and lead their elderly believers, helping them bear fruit even in old age and “stay fresh and green.”

Editors' Talk: How Can Chinese Churches Improve Holistic Care for Pastors?

Regarding the pastor-caring situation in Chinese churches, the editorial team of the Gospel Times discusses the current challenges Chinese churches face in caring for their pastors, shares successful experiences from various regions, and explores the future of pastor-caring ministries within Chinese churches.
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Retired Pastors Who Continue to Contribute

After decades of working in the church, some senior pastors have come to another stage in their lives—retirement. Before retirement, some of them were leaders of seminaries, principal leaders of CC&TSPM, or heads of churches. Their specific circumstances are different, but some of them show one thing in common, that is, they remain active in ministry.

Elite Soldier Shaped by Trials – Pastor Ye Quanmin's Story from Shaanxi

In Chengcheng County, Weinan City, Shaanxi Province, located on the Loess Plateau, there was a pastor I knew in my early years. He had served in Shanxi for a year before, and we became good friends. More than ten years later, I renewed my understanding of him through hearing and witnessing his diligent service.
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A Visit to Yunnan: How Does Renowned Miao Choir Celebrates Christmas?

In mid-December last year, a friend and I embarked on an early morning journey with anticipation for the Xiaoshuijing Farmers’ Choir in Yunnan Province, taking multiple modes of transportation to travel thousands of miles to this Miao village for their Christmas celebration.

Testimony: Jesus Saved My Life, Led Me to True Light

Although he had suffered a car accident, his health is now stronger than before the crash. He often says with emotion, "I used to think I found the path to light when I earned so much money in the world. Now I know that only when I found the Lord Jesus did I find true light."
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