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.
Building on Faith: From 9,000 Yuan to a Thriving Church
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.
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.
109 Seminarians Graduate From National Seminary
On June 20, Nanjing Union Theological Seminary held its 2025 graduation worship service and commencement ceremony in the seminary auditorium.
31 Seekers Baptized in Jinan
Christians in Liaoning Mourn 105-Y-O Female Pastor
On July 8, Liaoning Provincial CC&TSPM held a memorial service for Rev. Xing Chunlan, a pioneering female pastor who served through decades of change and passed away at 105.
Sunday Sermon: All That Matters Is New Creation
At last Sunday's sermon, Dale Cuckow, senior pastor of Shanghai Community Fellowship, encouraged the congregation to live a limitless Christian life as a new creation.
Chinese Missionary: Navigating Mission Work in the Middle East
Evangelizing Postmodern Youth Is Spiritual Detox Journey, Says Chinese Missionary in Australia
Drawing on years of frontline experience, Paul Yuan reflects on the spiritual landscape shaped by postmodernism—examining how this cultural environment shapes young people’s thinking, learning styles, and spiritual receptiveness, and how Christian educators and missionaries can adapt their approach without compromising the core of the gospel.
Breaking Boundaries: Millennial Amateur Band Shares Faith, Hope, Love via Music
The Newborn Band is an amateur band formed by five young individuals united by their love for music. Their whole set of "equipment" consists of two guitars and a single cajón drum.
Junjun’s Faith Journey: From Deep Darkness to a Life of Light
Pastor’s Health Product Sales Raise Doubts Amid Financial Struggles
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.
Has the Growth of Christianity in China Come to an End? An Analytical Study Based on Interviews With 12 Chinese Pastors
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.
Bridging the Gap: The Crucial Role of Youth Ministry in Today’s Church
Chinese Missionary in Australia: 'Cross-Cultural Mission Led Me to Reflect on Christ's Humility, Self-Giving Love'
As a Chinese missionary serving in Australia for 19 years, Paul Yuan shares his reflections on cross-cultural mission and the strategies he has adopted. He also provides an overview of the countries in Oceania where he serves and encourages Chinese Christians to step out and learn from one another.
Southern Pastor: Faith Inheritance in China Broke Down With Middle-Aged Generation
While many believe that the challenge lies with the younger generation, Brother Joshua, a pastor serving in an urban church in southern China, holds that the disruption in faith transmission within the Chinese church began with the middle-aged generation and is more apparent and common among the youth.
Roundtable: Reflecting on Holy Week and New Trends in Chinese Church
Roundtable: How Should Pastors Maintain Integrity Between Serving the Church and Engaging in Business?
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.
Roundtable: How to Effectively Pass Down the Faith?
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.
From Lawyer to Pastor: Overcoming 'Three Mountains' and Passing 'One Test'
Obeying the Call to Become Spiritual Guide: A Young Pastor's Servanthood
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.
Honoring 120 Years of Hudson Taylor's Enduring Legacy
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.
Story: Faith and Prayer Lead Township Church to a Well of Living Water
Building on Faith: From 9,000 Yuan to a Thriving Church
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.
A Life and a Church Restored Together
“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.
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