Tuesday, January 7th, 2025 subscribe

Five Key Trends That Shaped Christianity in China in 2024

In 2024, Christianity in China continues along a transitional trajectory, with emerging development trends becoming increasingly evident. Together, these trends are shaping new church models and forging a new ecosystem for Chinese Christianity.

●Two Major Challenges for Chinese Christianity in 2024: Succession Crisis and Business Ethics
●Interview: Pastors Must Step Out of Church Walls for Ministry in Workplace

Harbin Church Celebrates 110th Anniversary After Renovation

To prepare for the upcoming Asian Winter Games, a church in Heilongjiang has undergone an extensive eight-month renovation, unveiling a refreshed and renewed appearance.

300 Ningbo Believers Attend New Year’s Eve Prayer Meeting in Person

On the evening of December 31, 2024, over 300 believers at a church in Zhejiang began with hymns for the 2024-2025 New Year’s Eve prayer meeting, themed “Here Am I, Send Me,” while thousands of Christians from diverse locations participated in the event online.

Rural Church Leader’s Voice for New Year

Sister Li, leader of a rural church in a mountainous area, reflects on 2024's challenges and achievements while sharing plans for 2025, including faith education innovations, youth engagement, mutual aid, and contributions to rural development.

China Christian Daily's Top 10 News Stories of 2024, Part 1

As we begin 2025, the editorial team of China Christian Daily has selected the top 10 Christian news stories of 2024 based on the number of views, keyword searches, shares, and prominence of articles.

4th Christian Art Biennale in Hong Kong Showcases Hundreds of Chinese Christians’ Works

The fourth Christian Art Biennale was launched at Tseung Kwan O Methodist Primary School in Hong Kong. This year’s theme was “The Splendor of Beauty in His Land,” with the exhibition running from December 22 to January 1, 2025. The event showcased hundreds of works by 96 Chinese Christian artists.

Sinicization Exhibition Hall Unveiled in Shenzhen

Recently, an exhibition hall featuring the Sinicization of Christianity in Longgang District was unveiled at Buji Church in Shenzhen.

China Christian Daily's 20 Most-Read Stories of 2024

These stories include the passing of an American missionary to China, an inspiring adoption journey, significant Christian conferences, personal testimonies of faith, and the state of Christianity in China.

Christmas Celebrated in China's Christian Communities on Sunday

Localized Christmas Celebrations in China’s Three-Self Churches: Extended Duration, Regional Unity, Youth Engagement

Localization and Flexibility: 2024 Christmas Celebration in Chinese Churches

Two Major Challenges for Chinese Christianity in 2024: Succession Crisis and Business Ethics

137 Commit to Christ at Ningbo Centennial Church During Christmas Season

Interview: Pastors Must Step Out of Church Walls for Ministry in Workplace

From Magdeburg to Bethlehem and Back On the Advent Pilgrimage of Illusion Loss, in Defence of Our Festive Culture

Editor’s Pick

Two Major Challenges for Chinese Christianity in 2024: Succession Crisis and Business Ethics

Jimmy Carter’s Legacy for China: Building Diplomatic Ties, Advancing Religious Freedom

Jimmy Carter, a lifelong Baptist and the 39th President of the United States, passed away at the age of 100 on Sunday. He is remembered in China for his pivotal role in establishing diplomatic relations between the two countries. His deep Christian faith also led him to play a significant role in advancing religious freedom in China.

Chinese Gen Z Embraces AI Tools for Faith Growth

Featured

INTERVIEW

Navigating Faith in a Digital Babylon: NextGen Pastor Shares Strategies for Discipling Digital Generations

Terry Parkman, NextGen pastor at River Valley Church, shared insights on how the church can effectively reach and disciple Gen Z and Gen Alpha in an interview with China Christian Daily. He emphasized the importance of tailored discipleship, biblical literacy, and cultural discernment in helping these digital generations navigate their faith in today’s rapidly changing world.

TESTIMONIES

Stories of Life-Changing Encounters in Church on Christmas

Every Christmas, some seekers, out of curiosity, attend church for the first time to experience the true spirit of Christmas.

VOICE

Celebrating Christmas in Chinese Churches: Sacredness, Cultural Adaptation, and Love

The expectations Chinese Christians have for Christmas activities, along with the church's festive practices, reveal three key characteristics of Christmas celebrations in Chinese churches: sanctity, upholding the core values of Christianity; cultural adaptation, connecting with the wider society to better witness the gospel; and the expression of love through fellowship and acts of charity.

FOCUS

Gen Z's Voice: Five Years With Faith and Church, I Am Still Not Christian

Why do young people stop going to church? How do young people perceive the Christian faith? Brother W, an admirer of the Christian faith who was born in 1998, expressed his views.

ACADEMICS

Seoul to Host EASSSR 7th Meeting on Religion and Citizenship in Asia

The East Asian Society for the Scientific Study of Religion will host its seventh annual conference from July 18 to 20, 2025, at Korea University in Seoul, South Korea. The conference will explore the theme "Religion and Citizenship in the Asian Context: Theory, Practice, and Trends," focusing on the interplay between religious practices and concepts of citizenship within Asian societies.

INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGES

Gather25 Announces First Wave of International Line-Up For Groundbreaking Global Event

Gather25, a trailblazing global gathering of Christians founded by Jennie Allen, has unveiled the first of its contributors for the upcoming event in 2025. Featuring a multi-denominational, international line up of Christian teachers, storytellers and prayer guides from six continents, Gather25 aims to showcase powerful stories of how God is transforming communities and hearts around the world.

ISSUES

LWCCN Launches the Korean Invitation ‘Good News for All the Earth’ for Creation Care

The Lausanne/World Evangelical Creation Care Network (LWCCN) officially launched the Korean Invitation “Good News for All the Earth” in a webinar held last Thursday. The statement calls the global church to a new, biblical commitment to collaborative and practical action in caring for God’s world.

CHARITY

Chair of Amity Foundation: Leveraging Philanthropy's Role in Flexible Governance

On December 7, Mr. Qiu Zhonghui, board chair of the Amity Foundation, promoted the role of philanthropy in community flexible governance in today's society.

more news

Zhongnan Theological Seminar Awards Outstanding Devotional Practices

Last Monday, Zhongnan Theological Seminary held its 2024 academic year devotional awards ceremony.

China State Media Launches 'China-U.S. Friendship Stories' Campaign at Kuliang Forum, Rooted in Missionary Legacy

During the inaugural Kuliang Forum, the "Stories of Sino-American Friendship" collection initiative was officially launched. Jointly organized by the Chinese state media outlets the initiative invites individuals and organizations worldwide to share their stories, continuing the legacy of Kuliang’s historical ties.

Guangdong Guangxiao Church Begins 3-Year Bible Reading Plan

Fujian Church Hosts Ping-Pong Match to Foster Sports and Community Engagement

17 Pastors, 2 Elders Ordained in Beijing, Tianjin, Zhejiang

Interview: Pastors Must Step Out of Church Walls for Ministry in Workplace

Yuyao City Church Hosts Christmas Worship for Youth

multimedia

Words for China From Telford Work

Photos: Beijing Churches Mark Christmas

Here are some photos showcasing how believers in churches across Beijing, China, commemorated this special festival, featuring Christmas plays, various dances in festive or ethnic costumes, and choir performances, among other celebrations.

Photos of Beijing Church Holds Thanksgiving Gathering

On November 24, Fengtai Church hosted a thanksgiving testimony gathering to commemorate Thanksgiving Day.

Church & Ministries

China Christian Daily's 20 Most-Read Stories of 2024

Sinicization Exhibition Hall Unveiled in Shenzhen

China Christian Daily's Top 10 News Stories of 2024, Part 1

Five Key Trends That Shaped Christianity in China in 2024

World

Jimmy Carter’s Legacy for China: Building Diplomatic Ties, Advancing Religious Freedom

Seoul to Host EASSSR 7th Meeting on Religion and Citizenship in Asia

Gather25 Announces First Wave of International Line-Up For Groundbreaking Global Event

Strategic Partnership Between Faith Driven and the World Evangelical Alliance Business Coalition

Faith Driven, a global movement empowering Christian entrepreneurs and investors, has formed a strategic partnership with the Business Coalition of the World Evangelical Alliance (WEA), which represents over 630 million evangelicals in 143 countries and 9 regions. This collaboration aims to foster greater integration of faith and business, encouraging entrepreneurs to lead with purpose and align their business practices with Christian values.

China

China State Media Launches 'China-U.S. Friendship Stories' Campaign at Kuliang Forum, Rooted in Missionary Legacy

Beijing YMCA Holds Shuutlecock Activity

NRAA Issues Christmas Greetings to Catholic and Christian Communities

As in previous years, the National Religious Affairs Administration (NRAA) extended its "Christmas Greetings to the Catholic and Christian Communities" on December 23.

Seminar & Workshop on Theological Reception Histories in Modern & Contemporary China Held in Hong Kong

The Seminar & Workshop on Theological Reception Histories in Modern & Contemporary China was convened in Hong Kong from December 20 to 21.

Culture

4th Christian Art Biennale in Hong Kong Showcases Hundreds of Chinese Christians’ Works

Young Chinese Christian’s Christmas Song Hits Top 50 on NetEase Cloud Music

Five Christmas Films that Have a Surprising Christian Message

Like many households, one of my family’s favorite Christmas traditions is to snuggle up in front of the fire to watch a Christmas film. There are so many Christmas films now, it’s common to find whole channels dedicated to showing them 24 hours a day. But not many of these films actually reference the birth of Jesus.