For several decades, churches in China have observed a special practice known as Theological Education Offering Day. On a designated Sunday, all offerings collected in worship services are dedicated to supporting theological education.

On September 9, the China Committee on Religion and Peace (CCRP) held a symposium in Beijing to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.

From September 4 to 11, 2025, delegations from the supervisory board of the CCC&TSPM visited churches in Yunnan, Fujian, Zhejiang, Liaoning, Shandong, and Jiangsu provinces.

"When people talk about diakonia, they sometimes only think of charity or philanthropic work," Faria said. "But that is not all—diakonia is prophetic, it is political. We need to strive for a fair world that includes everyone, not one defined solely by economics."

Reflecting on 100 years of ecumenism, Jonson calls the movement "a blessing, all the work of the Holy Spirit." The churches have changed incredibly. "When we met in Stockholm now, there is so much friendship, spontaneity. People meet as friends," he said, "In 1925, they were all suspicious of each other."

“Diakonia today looks at how we meet the immediate needs of the people while also addressing the structural issues that cause people to live in injustice, struggle, poverty, and need,” Mtata said in an interview with China Christian Daily about the recent Ecumenical Week in Sweden.

One hundred years after the landmark Life and Work Conference of 1925, churches from across the world gathered again in Stockholm to mark a new chapter in the ecumenical journey. Rev. Dr. Sofia Camnerin, general secretary of the Christian Council of Sweden, spoke with China Christian Daily about the preparations, experiences during the week, and reflections on the theme, as well as the involvement of young people.

Chinese churches across the country marked the 80th anniversary of the victory in World War II, known in China as the victory in the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, with peace prayers and commemorative activities.

The Ministry of Veterans Affairs of China has released the fourth batch of 43 individuals and groups recognized as heroes for their contributions during the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, with Scottish missionary Eric Liddell (1902–1945) among those honored.

At Stockholm’s “Called to Transformation” event, Rev. Dr. Kenneth Mtata reflected on a century of ecumenical diakonia, from the 1925 Life and Work conference to today. He highlighted key milestones and called for authentic partnerships, local agency, and renewed theological grounding to address contemporary humanitarian, social, and environmental challenges.