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Returning Home for Chinese New Year: Coal Gone, People Left, Church Remains

Next to our village was another formed by the families of coal mine workers. Alongside it was the busiest street in the area, filled with various street foods, clothes, and necessities for the new year. At the end of this street was the church where I had been attending Sunday services since childhood.
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Incense Burning Boom in Chinese New Year: What It Reveals About China’s Spiritual Needs and Church’s Role

The growing trend of young people burning incense reflects their spiritual needs to some extent. Faced with the pressures and challenges of real life, some turn to traditional folk rituals to seek comfort and strength. Some churches and Christians have reflected on the deeper spiritual needs behind this phenomenon, emphasizing the importance of addressing young people’s real-life struggles.
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A Christian’s Conversion Story Started With 'Free Meals'

Brother Dai has lived and worked for 19 years in a metropolis over 600 kilometers from his hometown. Here, his conversion journey began, giving him a new direction in life. From then on, his full focus is firmly fixed on Christ, and his attention no longer wanders. He relies on Him to overcome the ups and downs of life.

CGST Lecture Series: Dr. Darrell Jackson Examines Migration and Theology

Migrant theologian Rev. Dr. Darrell Jackson delivered a lecture titled “Kinesis, Diaspora, and the Uncertainties of Theology” at the Chinese Graduate School of Theology (CGST) on January 24. He argued that migration is not merely a peripheral issue but is deeply embedded in the narrative of the Christian Church, influencing its development and mission.

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.

From Broken to Renewed: Jesus' Example of Healing the Socially Abandoned

Today, the protagonist of this article, Alicia Tappan, embodies this "from margin to renewal" mission through her personal experience and faith. Through her Survivor Led Solutions, she helps survivors of human trafficking and other forms of trauma, guiding them out of pain, rebuilding their lives, and finding new hope.
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Churches Across China Greets Chinese New Year With Traditional Practices

In commeration of the 2025 Spring Festival, churches across China embraced the tradition by hosting events to write and distribute Spring Festival couplets and blessing characters. This photo collection captures the celebrations and meaningful cultural practices during this festive season.

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.

Returning Home for Chinese New Year: Coal Gone, People Left, Church Remains

Next to our village was another formed by the families of coal mine workers. Alongside it was the busiest street in the area, filled with various street foods, clothes, and necessities for the new year. At the end of this street was the church where I had been attending Sunday services since childhood.

Zhongnan Theological Seminary Holds Faculty Exchange on Lesson Planning

On Tuesday, Zhongnan Theological Seminary hosted a lesson planning experience exchange session, attended by all faculty members. Additionally, two professors from Wuhan University and Central China Normal University were specially invited to participate.

Online Book Launch: Beyond the Academy – Lived Asian Public Theology of Religions

An online book launch event was held to celebrate the release of Dr. David Moe's latest work, Beyond the Academy: Lived Asian Public Theology of Religions, which argues that public theology must move beyond academic discourse to engage with grassroots Christian communities, particularly in Asia.

Asia and Pacific Alliance of YMCAs Launches Earth Day Campaign

Last Friday, the Asia and Pacific Alliance of YMCAs announced the launch of the Climate Action Campaign 2025, themed “From Earth Hour to Earth Day,” running globally from March 22 to April 22, 2025.

Incense Burning Boom in Chinese New Year: What It Reveals About China’s Spiritual Needs and Church’s Role

The growing trend of young people burning incense reflects their spiritual needs to some extent. Faced with the pressures and challenges of real life, some turn to traditional folk rituals to seek comfort and strength. Some churches and Christians have reflected on the deeper spiritual needs behind this phenomenon, emphasizing the importance of addressing young people’s real-life struggles.

More Than Conquerors

Open Doors has released its latest World Watch List, the annual roster of countries where persecution of Christians is most extreme. Not surprisingly, China moved up in the rankings, from 19th to 15th place among the 50 nations profiled.

Reimagining the 'JESUS' Film: Jennifer Huff on Its Timeless Impact and Future Vision

Currently serving as the communication coordinator for her.BIBLE, a ministry of Cru offering an audio Bible in the New Living Translation voiced entirely by women in diverse and comforting tones, Jennifer Huff, the daughter of the JESUS film's producer Paul Eshleman, shared her thoughts on the enduring relevance of I Just Saw Jesus and "JESUS" film, and how the reimagined version might shape the faith of a new generation.

A Daughter's Perspective: Jennifer Huff Reflects on Her Father Paul Eshleman’s Ministry and Legacy

China Christian Daily interviewed Jennifer Huff, Eshleman’s daughter, and author of the new foreword of I Just Saw Jesus. From a daughter’s perspective, Huff shared personal insights into her father’s remarkable ministry, unwavering faith, and the profound impact he had on her life.

Wedding at Cana: How Embarrassment of ‘No Wine’ Turned into Joy of ‘Fine Wine’?

Everyone will face moments of running out of wine. If we turn our hearts and minds to Jesus, we will discover his presence in all things—he is right here. He can turn the embarrassment of "no wine" into the blessing of "fine wine."

An Easter Prayer

A touching Easter Prayer from a devoted Christian who is a writer and a Poet