Major Events of Christian Organizations in China’s Three First-Tier Cities in 2024

As 2024 came to a close, CC&TSPMs of Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou issued retrospectives summarizing major events of their local Christian communities over the past year. Leadership transitions, the advancement of the sinicization of Christianity, governance initiatives, and training programs were among the key highlights.

‘There Will Never Be Shortage of Signs and Wonders’: Testimony from Village in Southwestern China

As one of the first batch of co-workers to believe and participate in church service after the reform and opening up, W shared his faith and service experience. In the nearly 40 years since W became a believer after being healed by the Lord, he has experienced many wonderful works of God in the local area.

Joint Choir Concert by Seven Churches Held in Fuzhou

On January 4, choirs from seven churches in Fuzhou, Fujian Province, held a joint choir exchange concert, reflecting on the achievements of the past year while looking forward to the dreams for the new year.

Amity Foundation's ‘Sprouts on Earth’ Project Boosts Maternal and Infant Health in Rural Areas

The "Sprouts on Earth" project is a maternal and child healthcare initiative jointly launched by the Amity Foundation and Alibaba Foundation in 2018, aims to improve the health of rural pregnant women and newborns, help families of pregnant women overcome hardships, and contribute to rural revitalization.

Elder Advises Chinese Church to Return to Tradition of Prayer

In Elder Chen's view, young people nowadays generally don't like to pray. "They do pray, but prayer isn't as important to them as it is to our generation."

Yunnan Tea Ceremony Fellowship Concludes 20th Session

Last Wednesday, Beichen Church in Kunming, Yunnan Province, held the closing ceremony for the 20th session of its tea ceremony fellowship which was founded in 2016.

Tibet Earthquake Relief: Over 10 Million Aid Sent by Charities and Shanghai Christian Community

At 9:05 am last Tuesday, a 6.8-magnitude earthquake hit Dingri County in Shigatse City, Tibet, resulting in significant casualties and the destruction of numerous buildings.

Gather25 Introduces Gather Worship With Multilingual Album: 'Hear The World That You So Love Sing Back To You’

Gather25 introduces Gather Worship With multilingual album: "Hear The World That You So Love Sing Back To You" due 2.21 via Integrity Music, led by Grammy® Award-Winners Matt Redman and Jason Ingram, and features artists from around the globe. First preview from the Gather Worship album.

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

Five Key Trends That Shaped Christianity in China in 2024

137 Commit to Christ at Ningbo Centennial Church During Christmas Season

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

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

Yuyao City Church Hosts Christmas Worship for Youth

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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

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.

FOCUS

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

According to the Christian Times, an online Christian newspaper, in 2024, two major challenges of Chinese Christianity stand out: the crisis of leadership succession and the mixed ethical practices in the business sector, as some churches and believers increasingly engage in commerce.

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

Hangzhou Megachurch Donates 1,000 Pairs of New Shoes to Children's Welfare Institute

On January 3, staff workers from Chongyi Church, the largest church in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, visited the Hangzhou Children's Welfare Institute to conduct a warmth-giving activity.

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Chairman of Amity Foundation Re-elected as Vice President of China Charity Alliance

On December 28, the Third Member Representatives' Conference of the China Charity Alliance (CCA) was held in Beijing. Qiu Zhonghui, Chairman of the Amity Foundation, was re-elected as a Vice President.

Liaoning Church Holds January Fasting Meeting, Continuing 18-Year Tradition

On Tuesday morning, Xingsheng Church in Anshan City, Liaoning Province, hosted a fasting, prayer, and praise gathering at the beginning of the month.

Prayers Urged for Tibet Earthquake Victims by CC&TSPMs in Qingdao, Hubei

9 Seekers Baptized at Anshan Korean Church

Five Key Trends That Shaped Christianity in China in 2024

Harbin Church Celebrates 110th Anniversary After Renovation

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

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Words for China From Telford Work

Photos of Christmas Celebrations at Liushi Church: A Journey Through Missionary History

Experience the vibrant Christmas celebrations at Liushi Church in Wenzhou City, known as "China’s Jerusalem," through this captivating online album.

Photos: Churches in China Celebrate Christmas

Across China, churches commemorate this special season with diverse festivities, including hymn singing, sacred dramas, and local carols performed in regional dialects.

Church & Ministries

Elder Advises Chinese Church to Return to Tradition of Prayer

Yunnan Tea Ceremony Fellowship Concludes 20th Session

Major Events of Christian Organizations in China’s Three First-Tier Cities in 2024

As 2024 came to a close, CC&TSPMs of Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou issued retrospectives summarizing major events of their local Christian communities over the past year. Leadership transitions, the advancement of the sinicization of Christianity, governance initiatives, and training programs were among the key highlights.

St John's Cathedral: A Landmark of East-West Design in Southwest China

Situated at No. 5 Yangtianjing Street in Langzhong City, the St John's Cathedral (currently known as the Gospel Church) is one of the largest churches in southwest China, featuring a blend of Chinese and Western architectural styles.

World

WCC Extends Greetings and Gratitude to Taizé European Youth Meeting in Tallinn

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

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.

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.

China

Tibet Earthquake Relief: Over 10 Million Aid Sent by Charities and Shanghai Christian Community

‘There Will Never Be Shortage of Signs and Wonders’: Testimony from Village in Southwestern China

Amity Foundation's ‘Sprouts on Earth’ Project Boosts Maternal and Infant Health in Rural Areas

The "Sprouts on Earth" project is a maternal and child healthcare initiative jointly launched by the Amity Foundation and Alibaba Foundation in 2018, aims to improve the health of rural pregnant women and newborns, help families of pregnant women overcome hardships, and contribute to rural revitalization.

Chairman of Amity Foundation Re-elected as Vice President of China Charity Alliance

On December 28, the Third Member Representatives' Conference of the China Charity Alliance (CCA) was held in Beijing. Qiu Zhonghui, Chairman of the Amity Foundation, was re-elected as a Vice President.

Culture

Gather25 Introduces Gather Worship With Multilingual Album: 'Hear The World That You So Love Sing Back To You’

Billboard Names Elevation Worship Top Christian Act for 2024

Hanukkah: A Flame That Refuses to Be Extinguished

Hanukkah is the story of defiance. It is the story of a people who refused to disappear, a light that refused to go out, and a truth that refused to be silenced. It is the story of the Jewish people—and it is the story of our time.

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.

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