Story: Faith and Prayer Lead Township Church to a Well of Living Water
Through unwavering faith and earnest prayer, a township church witnessed a miraculous breakthrough as water burst forth from solid rockce.
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Six Years of Service: Taizhou Church Offers Free Water to Community
Jiaojiang Church in Taizhou, Zhejiang Province, has operated a free water station for six consecutive years as part of the city’s “One Cup of Water” public welfare initiative, serving over 10,000 people to date.
East China Youth Leader Shares Two Keys to Attracting Young People to Church
rother Joshua, who leads the youth fellowship at a church in East China, identifies two key elements of drawing in young people—initial attraction and sustained attraction, both of which are crucial. While it is important to first connect with young people in ways that resonate with them, he emphasizes that it is ultimately the truth that nurtures and builds their lives.
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.
'We Are Servants, Not Officials': Retired Pastor Reflects on Role Transition, Eternal Calling
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.
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.
Pastors' Voice: Churches Need Basic Psychological Knowledge—But Not All of It
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.
Zhejiang CC&TSPM Convenes Meeting to Standardize Church Management
On June 19, Zhejiang Provincial CC&TSPM convened its ninth chairpersons and presidents meeting at Sicheng Church in Hangzhou, with a focus on the standardized management of church venues and personnel.
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Historic Jingjiao Stele Showcased in Xi’an Beilin Museum Broadcast
During a recent live broadcast, the famous Jingjiao Stele, which can trace back to Nestorianism during the Tang Dynasty, was showcased.
Disbanded and Reborn: Christian Choir Pushes Forward Cultural Mission
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Interview With Lisa Tang: ‘I’m Willing to Serve as Cultural Ambassador for Israeli Wine in China’
In today’s market-driven world, even great wines need good storytelling. That’s why some Israeli wine dealers and companies have stepped into the role of cultural promoters—folk ambassadors for Israeli wine culture. Ms. Lisa Tang is one such figure.
Junjun’s Faith Journey: From Deep Darkness to a Life of Light
Her journey from being a child reluctantly sent away by her biological parents to a troubled youth who dropped out of school and struggled with depression, from achieving career success at a young age to eventually dedicating her life to serving God, reads like a redemptive story authored by God Himself.
Psychology Can Be Church's 'Spiritual X-Ray', Says Pastor
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.
Pew Revises Method for Measuring Religion in China; Says Country Has World’s Lowest Affiliation Rate, Christian Population Outside Global Top 10
According to Pew's recent report, 1.3 billion people in China—90% of the population—identified as religiously unaffiliated in 2020, making China the country with the largest unaffiliated population in the world. Meanwhile, China’s Christian population remains outside the world’s ten largest.
Biblical Scholar: Trauma Narratives in Hebrew Bible Require Critical Evaluation in Asian Context
Prof. Sonia Wong explores how biblical trauma narratives might serve as pastoral resources for Asian contexts while emphasizing the need for critical evaluation.
Missionary’s Grandnephew Revisits Fuzhou to Honor Family’s Legacy in Women’s Education
"Kuliang Friend" Gordon Trimble, grandnephew of an American missionary working in China for more than 50 years, paid a recent visit to Fuzhou with his wife to recall the past history.
‘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.
Faith-Based Charity Visits Yunnan Ethnic Village, Highlights Community Development
On June 17, children from a Bai ethnic village at the base of Yulong Snow Mountain welcomed a delegation from World Vision China, who has supported 2,000 children through a broad community development project.
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How Religion Shapes International Relations: Fudan University Forum Focuses on U.S. Elections, Vatican Diplomacy, Middle East Dynamics
The sub-forum “Religion and International Relations After the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election” explored how religion influences diplomatic agendas and global politics amid current great power rivalries.
Serving Church With Enthusiasm Brings Family Criticism: Reflection on Faith Separated from Daily Life
Despite being a long-time Christian actively involved in church life, Sister Wang often faced complaints from her family—prompting her to reflect on the reasons behind their discontent.
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In Pictures: Graduation Season at Seminaries in China
This photo collection highlights memorable moments from various graduation ceremonies held across theological seminaries in China during June 2025
Resting Place of Faith: Li Lang Holy Mountain
Li Lang Holy Mountain dates back to the mid-19th century, when the church purchased Anmoling Mountain from Li Lang to serve as a sacred burial ground for deceased Christians.
Pastors' Voice: Churches Need Basic Psychological Knowledge—But Not All of It
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.
Zhejiang CC&TSPM Convenes Meeting to Standardize Church Management
On June 19, Zhejiang Provincial CC&TSPM convened its ninth chairpersons and presidents meeting at Sicheng Church in Hangzhou, with a focus on the standardized management of church venues and personnel.
Celebrating Fathers — Pastor Bert Pretorius
As South Africa prepares to celebrate Father’s Day, we are faced with the sobering contradiction between the ideal and the reality. On the one hand, Father’s Day is meant to honour the gift and calling of fatherhood. It is a time when we give thanks for the men who lead, protect, nurture, and build strong families, which are the foundational building blocks of our society. Yet, in a country plagued by some of the highest rates of gender-based violence (GBV) in the world, this day often exposes a painful truth: the absence, silence, and abdication of fathers is a national crisis where women and children are paying the price.
Biblical Scholar: Trauma Narratives in Hebrew Bible Require Critical Evaluation in Asian Context
Prof. Sonia Wong explores how biblical trauma narratives might serve as pastoral resources for Asian contexts while emphasizing the need for critical evaluation.
How Religion Shapes International Relations: Fudan University Forum Focuses on U.S. Elections, Vatican Diplomacy, Middle East Dynamics
The sub-forum “Religion and International Relations After the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election” explored how religion influences diplomatic agendas and global politics amid current great power rivalries.
Urgent Blood Donations Needed for Dr. Milton Wan, Theologian Battling Leukemia
Dr. Milton Wan Wai-yiu, a respected theologian at the Divinity School of Chung Chi College, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, has been diagnosed with leukemia and is in urgent need of blood donations as he undergoes treatment in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province.
New Book Explores Spatial Narrative of Lutheran Seminaries in Early Republic of China
The Christian Culture Research Series has recently released a new academic work titled A Study on the Spatial Narrative of Christian Higher Education in the Late Qing Dynasty and Early Republic of China by Professor Liu Ping.
New Archival Volume on Finnish Lutheran Mission in China Released
A new book named Archival Materials on the Missionary Activities of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Finland in China (Volume 1) was published in May.
Biblical Social Justice System as Practiced by the Chinese Church
Biblical justice is not a modern concept. It is as old as the Bible and rooted in the very character of God. The Chinese church has demonstrated that biblical social justice can be practiced in a quieter yet powerful way.
Proposal for Establishing Church Libraries
A church library’s function goes far beyond simple reading. It is another field for nurturing believers and pastors, and it forms a Christian knowledge service system.
Christmas Reflection: Meaning of Faith for Christians
Despite numerous participations in worship and ministries, believers can still reflect on the question, "What does faith truly mean to me?"
The Power of Silent Prayer After Sermon
A church in southern China has recently updated its service process. A significant change encourages the congregation to offer a silent prayer before departing after the pastor's benediction.