Tuesday, January 28th, 2025
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Article by:Katherine Guo

Scholar: Christian Faith on Complementing Moral Cultivation in Ruist Tradition

Professor Lauren Pfister particularly addresses moral cultivation in Ruist tradition and Christian faith in two perspectives: the concept of Christian gracious moral cultivation as an alternative to voluntaristic self-reliance and the interplay between the Ruist "sage" (Shengren) and the Christian "saint" in shaping moral ideals.

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.

Chinese Gen Z Embraces AI Tools for Faith Growth

Mingjie, a typical Gen Z believer with a science-oriented mindset, grew up in a Christian environment, attending Sunday school and student fellowships. Despite God's protection throughout his life, his faith often stagnated at the level of legalism, struggling to move into a relationship of love and trust. Recently, however, his spiritual journey took a turn, thanks to the help of an AI tool, ChatGPT.

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.

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.
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