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Grassroots Church in Yan’an County Aids Flood Relief

From July 24 to 25, Wuqi County in Yan’an, Shaanxi Province, experienced its heaviest rainfall of the year, triggering flash floods and impacting numerous townships. Rev. Li Lulin, head of the Wuqi County Church, led two teams of co-workers into the hardest-hit villages to carry out flood relief efforts.

Renmin University of China to Host Academic Dialogue on 'The Reformation and the Modern World'

The Institute for the Study of Buddhism and Religious Theory and the School of Philosophy at Renmin University of China are set to co-host an academic seminar titled "The Reformation and the Modern World" from October 17 to 19.

Memorial Service Honors Life of 85-Year-Old Elder in Ankang

On August 1, a memorial service was held at the Hanbin District Funeral Home in Ankang, Shaanxi Province, for Elder Zhang Chongjun, a respected female church leader who passed away at the age of 85.

Quanzhou: Coexistence of Different Religions

Quanzhou is the starting point of the Maritime Silk Road and the southern gateway for the introduction of religions to China. Thus, in the old Quanzhou, onw will see religious sites: Buddhist temples, Taoist shrines, General Guanyu's temples, or Christian churches.

Pastor's Faith Journey of Healing, Relapse, and Commitment

It was then that Brother Li recalled an internal struggle he had faced after being healed. He thought, "I still want to get married and enjoy life, and just believing in the Lord won't be enough." So, he came up with what he thought was a clever solution: "Let my parents believe on my behalf while I go on with my life."

Dalian Senior Fellowship Marks Seven Years of Grace

On August 7, Wenhua Road Church in Pulandian District, Dalian, Liaoning Province, hosted a thanksgiving and praise service to mark the seventh anniversary of the "Joshua Senior Fellowship."

Over 600 Pastoral Staff Equipped Across Jilin, Shanxi, Shaanxi, Guangdong

The local CC&TSPMs in Jilin, Shanxi, Shaanxi, and Guangdong provinces recently organized training workshops for over 600 individuals aimed at deepening the faith and strengthening the ministry of pastoral workers.

Wong Cho-lam’s Documentary Dialogues with Single Mothers: Seeking Answers After Marriage Breakdowns

Hong Kong actor Wong Cho-lam and his wife Leanne Li visit two single mothers. Together, they explore how to cope with the vicissitudes of marriage and search for faith-informed responses to life’s hardest trials.

Sophie Newton: Pioneer Deaconess in Southern China, Grandmother to a Chinese Family

Unregistered Church Declared Illegal and Banned in Xi'an

Amity Foundation Responds to Northern China Flooding with Urgent Relief Supplies

5th Global Chinese Mission Conference Explores Discipleship, Opportunities for Elderly Christians in the 21st Century

Franklin Graham Honors Grandfather Nelson Bell’s 25-Year Mission in China

Pastor's Vision: Cultivating a Church Community Through Three to Four Generations

Churches in Jincheng Gather for Sacred Music Workshop on Sinicization

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Korean American Pastor: Building a Neighborhood Church Rooted in Diversity

12th Christian Forum for Reconciliation in Northeast Asia Held in Japan: ‘Reconciliation Through Resilience’

Around 75 Christian leaders and peacebuilders from Northeast Asia and beyond gathered in Okinawa, Japan, from July 28 to August 2 for the 12th Christian Forum for Reconciliation in Northeast Asia (NARI), centered on the theme “Reconciliation Through Resilience: Learning from the Okinawa Context and Beyond.”

Franklin Graham Honors Grandfather Nelson Bell’s 25-Year Mission in China

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Asian Practical Theology International Conference 2025: 'Intersection of Trauma and Practical Theology in Asia' Learn More

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INTERVIEW

Bold Faith: Reaching Secular Youth Through Creative Evangelism

Luke Greenwood, the European Director of Steiger International, shared his vision for innovative evangelism strategies that connect with the young generation who are often disconnected from traditional church structures in a recent episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast.

TESTIMONIES

Directed by God: A Drama Creator’s Faith Journey

When Zhang first stepped in the church, he stood among the congregation listening to the hymns, and the melody deeply moved his heart. He joined in singing, thinking to himself, “There is truly God!” with tears streaming down his face.

VOICE

5th Global Chinese Mission Conference Explores Discipleship, Opportunities for Elderly Christians in the 21st Century

On July 8, the Fifth Global Chinese Mission Conference, themed “Discipleship and Opportunities for Elderly Chinese Christians in the 21st Century,” was held online. The keynote speaker, Rev. Dr. Kaofang Yeh, addressed the opportunities, motivations, and emerging prospects for discipleship among older adults.

FOCUS

Why Are Fewer Young People Attending Church in China? 7 Possible Reasons

In recent years, many churches in China have observed a noticeable decline in the number of young people attending services or participating in church life. While this trend is not unique to China, it has prompted leaders and believers to reflect more deeply on its causes.

ACADEMICS

IASCC Calls for Papers on Its First Global Theology Conference

The Institute for Advanced Studies in Chinese Christianity (IASCC) has announced a call for papers for its inaugural Global Theology Conference. Themed “Chinese Christian Theology and Church in Global Perspective: Retrospect and Prospect,” the conference aims to revisit, re-evaluate, and re-imagine the relationship between theological scholarship and church life within Chinese-speaking contexts.

INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGES

Descendant of Medical Missionary Retraces Century-Long Bond With Fuzhou

This summer, Kuliang in Fuzhou, Fujian Province, has become a popular destination for both events and summer retreats. Among those invited to participate in local activities was Thomas Hemenway, a descendant of Dr. Ruth V. Hemenway, one of the “Kuliang Friends.”

ISSUES

‘Le Miserables’- Children With Down Syndrome in China

This investigative report examines the survival status of children with Down Syndrome in China. Drawing on five real-life case studies and national data, it exposes the deep challenges these children and their families face.

CHARITY

Fulfilling the Love of Christ: Story of Senior Home Over Decade

Over the course of her sixty-plus years of life, Madam Li, who founded a senior home due to the concern of caring for her parents, has dedicated nearly twenty years to the ministry, which has served the parents of aged church workers.

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Churches in Southern China Mobilize Mosquito Control Efforts

In response to the heightened risk of dengue fever and chikungunya transmission, churches across South China have initiated mosquito control efforts to support the prevention and management of mosquito-borne diseases.

12th Christian Forum for Reconciliation in Northeast Asia Held in Japan: ‘Reconciliation Through Resilience’

China’s Seminary Instructors Gather for Theological Training and Curriculum Development

Stream of Praise Brings 30th Anniversary Worship to Hong Kong, Drawing 8,000 Per Session

Knife Fight Between Neighbors Led Him to Christ: Brother Daniel’s Unusual Journey of Faith

Praise Meeting in Shanghai Centers on Rediscovering God's Voice

Pastor's Vision: Cultivating a Church Community Through Three to Four Generations

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Interview With Great-Grandson: Walter Henry Medhurst, Who Led the Delegates' Version Bible Translation, Paved Way for Future China Missionary Work

Moments from Stream of Praise’s 30th Anniversary Asia Tour in Hong Kong

This photo collection captures the heartfelt worship, joyous praise, and spiritual unity of Stream of Praise’s 30th Anniversary concert in Hong Kong on August 2.

Photos: Exhibition on the Legacy of Pearl S. Buck

These photos capture key moments and objects from the special exhibition "Pearls of the East, Harmony with the West," held at the Shanghai Library to honor Nobel laureate Pearl S. Buck. Through rare publications, curated displays, and handwritten tributes, the exhibition traces Buck’s journey as a cultural bridge between China and the West.

Church & Ministries

Memorial Service Honors Life of 85-Year-Old Elder in Ankang

Over 600 Pastoral Staff Equipped Across Jilin, Shanxi, Shaanxi, Guangdong

Dalian Senior Fellowship Marks Seven Years of Grace

On August 7, Wenhua Road Church in Pulandian District, Dalian, Liaoning Province, hosted a thanksgiving and praise service to mark the seventh anniversary of the "Joshua Senior Fellowship."

Faith in the Workplace: Navigating Relationships With Biblical Insight

Sister Xu shared that Christians can achieve true victory in workplace relationships through two key understandings: knowing God and knowing oneself. This means recognizing that God is sovereign over all relationships, that He is the God who provides, and that believers are His children, who are called to be kings and royal priests.

World

Christian Journalists Fellowship Nepal Organizes 174th Memorial Program of Pastor Ganga Prasad Pradhan

'A Generation Willing to Say Yes': Opening Keynote at Arise Leadership Summit Calls Asia to Rise as a Mission Force

Seth Kim Calls on Church Leaders to Challenge Youth to Lay Down Their Lives for the Gospel

Seth Kim, regional director for East Asia at the Lausanne Movement and co-founder of Arise Asia, recently shared in the Lausanne Movement podcast how a new generation across East Asia is rising with a renewed hunger for the gospel. Drawing from the legacy of the Student Volunteer Movement, Kim described how Arise Asia is equipping young people to lay down their lives for missions and bring the gospel to places where it has never been heard.

East Asia Ministry Leader Sees New Hunger in the Region, Especially Among Young People

Seth Kim, Lausanne Movement’s Regional Director for East Asia, recently shared his reflections on gospel ministry in East Asia during an episode of the Lausanne Movement podcast. Drawing from his personal background and extensive experience in church planting, discipleship, and student ministry, Kim outlined the challenges and hopes facing the church in one of the world’s most complex and spiritually significant regions.

China

Grassroots Church in Yan’an County Aids Flood Relief

Pastor's Faith Journey of Healing, Relapse, and Commitment

Wong Cho-lam’s Documentary Dialogues with Single Mothers: Seeking Answers After Marriage Breakdowns

Renmin University of China to Host Academic Dialogue on 'The Reformation and the Modern World'

Culture

Quanzhou: Coexistence of Different Religions

Pastor Binay Bhandari Launches New Book: 'Dreamer's Qualification'

Martyrs' Blood and Church Rebirth: Insights from Standing on the Rock on Post-Boxer Shanxi Reconstruction

In the past, outreach was merely to plant new churches, but in today's context, church planting is no longer the central goal of missionary work. Against this backdrop, reflecting on the establishment and rebuilding of the Shanxi church in the late 19th century offers meaningful insights for the contemporary church.

A Life of Faith and Service: Australian Missionary Sophie Sackville Newton’s Legacy in the Province of the Dragon

The book In the Province of the Dragon by Robert and Linda Banks, offers a poignant and inspiring account of Sophie Sackville Newton, a pioneering deaconess whose mission work in China profoundly impacted the lives of countless Chinese people.

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