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.
Sister A serves as the leader of a prominent church, now regarded as the most influential in the local community. However, the journey to establishing the church was far from smooth.
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.
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.
Founded by a breast cancer survivor, this fellowship offers spiritual support and comfort to those in crisis through their experiences. In the process, the volunteers have better understood what palliative care entails and the precious value of life itself.
Through a ministry grounded in listening, empathy, and guidance, Pastor Li’s church has helped believers address many real-life challenges while also placing a strong emphasis on leading them back to faith. He emphasized that psychology is merely a tool, while the ultimate goal is to guide people to turn back to God.
Many preachers today face a similar predicament: full-time ministry often does not provide enough to sustain their families, yet taking on part-time work can raise doubts about their intentions. In fact, quite some urban pastors do hold side jobs, although most prefer to keep them discreet. Pastor Guo is one of them.
A Christian Times survey of 12 Chinese house church pastors reveals mixed views on whether the number of Christians in China is growing, declining, or plateauing, with many highlighting a shift toward quality-focused development over numerical expansion.
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.
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.
Since China's reform and opening-up, its rapid socioeconomic development has been widely recognized. On one hand, people enjoy the convenience brought about by advancements in material goods and technology. On the other hand, a unique group, pastors living in top-tier cities, face immense challenges and tests in life.
Faith inheritance is something that every Christian should take seriously. Several pastors, preachers, and believers emphasize the role of family, personal examples, and the church in nurturing faith.
Born into a Christian family, Pastor Wang dreamed to become a pastor since young. After the dream was realized, she went through various challenges and trails in her early days of ministry and has formed her own pastoral approach.
In 2025, significant milestones in Christian history will be celebrated, including the 160th anniversary of the China Inland Mission (CIM) and the 120th anniversary of its founder, Hudson Taylor, on June 3. This article focuses on the final days of Rev. Hudson Taylor's life in Changsha.
Sister A serves as the leader of a prominent church, now regarded as the most influential in the local community. However, the journey to establishing the church was far from smooth.
“Come, try our local specialty!” Sister Wang cheerfully urged, her chopsticks busily serving dishes to the visiting guests. Moving briskly around the table, she helped the pastor welcome the guest. Behind her enthusiastic service, however, lies a story of stepping away from the church—and finding her way back.