Recently, Luohu Church in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, hosted a birthday celebration for more than 50 elderly congregants aged 65 and above.

"Churches in mainland China have been shaped by historical and cultural constraints, leading to relatively conservative worship styles. Conservatism itself is not wrong, but it does not justify dismissing the worship explorations of other regions. Similarly, churches abroad—especially in developed countries—should not easily assume that the generally conservative worship style of Chinese churches is incorrect. God is the God of all nations and peoples, and He delights in diverse expressions of praise," said a season worship minister.

A Christian Times survey of 12 Chinese house church pastors reveals mixed views on whether the number of Christians in China is growing, declining, or plateauing, with many highlighting a shift toward quality-focused development over numerical expansion.

Despite being a long-time Christian actively involved in church life, Sister Wang often faced complaints from her family—prompting her to reflect on the reasons behind their discontent.

Faith inheritance is something that every Christian should take seriously. Several pastors, preachers, and believers emphasize the role of family, personal examples, and the church in nurturing faith.

In 2025, significant milestones in Christian history will be celebrated, including the 160th anniversary of the China Inland Mission (CIM) and the 120th anniversary of its founder, Hudson Taylor, on June 3. This article focuses on the final days of Rev. Hudson Taylor's life in Changsha.

Pastor Zhu is an ordinary pastor serving in an ordinary city in northern China, but his church is anything but ordinary. By clearing its finances at the end of every year, the church challenges the fear of the future, confronts the very purpose of church existence, and walks a seemingly “risky” path of faith, experiencing unexpected breakthroughs and divine provision along the way.