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Article by:Karen Luo, Katherine Guo

'We Are Not Separate': African Orthodox Perspective on Unity, Mission, and the Church

As a third-generation Orthodox Christian from Kenya and a professor of practical and public theology, Father Evangelos Thiani offers a unique perspective on the intersection of ancient tradition and African identity. In this interview with China Christian Daily, he discusses the history of the Orthodox Church in Kenya, the complex relationship between church and nationalism, and the "Incarnational Model" of mission. He also shares a message of solidarity with the Church in China.

Interview With China Partner President: God Has Used Christian Leadership to Grow His Church in China

As a descendant of German missionaries to China, Erik Bürklin, president of China Partner, has been serving the church in China with training trips and material distribution in the past decades. With a heart for China, Erik talks about the main work and projects of the organization, the changes in the church in China, challenges facing Chinese pastors and churches, and global engagement in China.

Interview: ACT Alliance General Secretary Urges Churches, Christians to Act Amid Global Issues (Part 2)

China Christian Daily recently conducted an interview with Rudelmar Bueno de Faria, the general secretary of the ACT Alliance, a global alliance of the World Council of Churches and Lutheran World Federation member churches and related organizations committed to working ecumenically in humanitarian relief, development, and advocacy. Amid social issues like gender injustice, climate crisis, and the post-truth era, Rudelmar urged Christians to take action to change the world and society. This is part 2 of the interview.
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