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40-Year Bond Between an American Family and China's 'Amity'

Elyn MacInnis, the sole foreign recipient of the 2023 "Touching China Person of the Year" award, has fostered US-China friendship for nearly 40 years. As convener of "Friends of Kulkiang" and wife of Nanjing Amity Printing’s first general manager, she represents a lasting bond between an American family and China’s "Amity."

IASCC Calls for Papers on Its First Global Theology Conference

The Institute for Advanced Studies in Chinese Christianity (IASCC) has announced a call for papers for its inaugural Global Theology Conference. Themed “Chinese Christian Theology and Church in Global Perspective: Retrospect and Prospect,” the conference aims to revisit, re-evaluate, and re-imagine the relationship between theological scholarship and church life within Chinese-speaking contexts.

From Buddhist Temple Heir to Christian Believer: Brother Huang's Conversion Journey

The once "Buddhist debater" put aside theoretical arguments and chose to personally experience the grace of God. Brother Huang eventually followed his friend and accepted the Christian faith, transforming from a proud "savior" to a humble "saved one."

Descendant of Medical Missionary Retraces Century-Long Bond With Fuzhou

This summer, Kuliang in Fuzhou, Fujian Province, has become a popular destination for both events and summer retreats. Among those invited to participate in local activities was Thomas Hemenway, a descendant of Dr. Ruth V. Hemenway, one of the “Kuliang Friends.”

Convener of 'Friends of Kuliang' Honored With Friendship Envoy Award at Orchid Awards

Truth, Myth and Memory: Prof. Vanderputten Challenges How We Understand Historical Beginnings

Prof. Vanderputten explores how societies construct foundation narratives. His analysis reveals that these narratives, while not always historically accurate, served essential functions in establishing community identity, spiritual legitimacy, and connections to divine purpose.

China-U.S. Documentary 'Dear Kuliang' Traces Missionary Family’s History in Fuzhou

A China-U.S. co-production documentary "Dear Kuliang" premiered at the second Maritime Silk Road Documentary Film Festival held in Fujian Province, depicting the journey of how a missionary's descendants searched for their family stories in Fuzhou.

society

Unregistered Church Declared Illegal and Banned in Xi'an

Amity Foundation Responds to Northern China Flooding with Urgent Relief Supplies

As severe rainfall and floods continue to affect northern China, including parts of Beijing and Hebei Province, the Amity Foundation has swiftly mobilized emergency relief efforts in coordination with government agencies and corporate partners.

40-Year Bond Between an American Family and China's 'Amity'

policy & law

New Religious Regulations for Foreigners in China

Q&A on Rules for the Implementation of the Provisions on the Administration of Religious Activities of Foreigners in the People's Republic of China

An NRAA official addressed questions from journalists regarding the recently published revision of the "Rules for the Implementation of the Provisions on the Administration of Religious Activities of Foreigners in the People's Republic of China."

Revised Rules on the Administration of Religious Activities for Foreigners in China Released, Effective May 1

China's National Religious Affairs Administration has recently issued an order announcing the newly revised "Rules for the Implementation of the Provisions on the Administration of Religious Activities of Aliens in the People's Republic of China," which will take effect on May 1, 2025.

religion

IASCC Calls for Papers on Its First Global Theology Conference

How Religion Shapes International Relations: Fudan University Forum Focuses on U.S. Elections, Vatican Diplomacy, Middle East Dynamics

The sub-forum “Religion and International Relations After the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election” explored how religion influences diplomatic agendas and global politics amid current great power rivalries.

Pew Revises Method for Measuring Religion in China; Says Country Has World’s Lowest Affiliation Rate, Christian Population Outside Global Top 10

According to Pew's recent report, 1.3 billion people in China—90% of the population—identified as religiously unaffiliated in 2020, making China the country with the largest unaffiliated population in the world. Meanwhile, China’s Christian population remains outside the world’s ten largest.

ethics

Observation: Reasons for Sexual Abuse in Christianity

A Chistian Perspective of Chinese Celebrity Zheng Shuang's Surrogacy Scandal: It Violates God's Law

Chinese actress Zheng Shuang was accused by her former partner Zhang Hengn who claimed she abandoned their two children born to surrogate mothers based in the U.S. Christians in China give comments on the incident.

Christian Family Mentor: How Should Christian Women Get along with Mothers-in-law?

With a rich history in counseling Christian marriage and families, Mentor Cui, a mother of two, shared her experience in an interview with Christian Times, a Shanghai-based Chinese Christian news website. The greatest conflict with her mother-in-law lies in parenting. When her daughter collides with her mother-in-law, she uses a wise method to deal with it.

stories

40-Year Bond Between an American Family and China's 'Amity'

IASCC Calls for Papers on Its First Global Theology Conference

From Buddhist Temple Heir to Christian Believer: Brother Huang's Conversion Journey

Descendant of Medical Missionary Retraces Century-Long Bond With Fuzhou

Convener of 'Friends of Kuliang' Honored With Friendship Envoy Award at Orchid Awards

Truth, Myth and Memory: Prof. Vanderputten Challenges How We Understand Historical Beginnings

China-U.S. Documentary 'Dear Kuliang' Traces Missionary Family’s History in Fuzhou

Unregistered Church Declared Illegal and Banned in Xi'an

Amity Foundation Responds to Northern China Flooding with Urgent Relief Supplies

40-Year Bond Between an American Family and China's 'Amity'

New Religious Regulations for Foreigners in China

Q&A on Rules for the Implementation of the Provisions on the Administration of Religious Activities of Foreigners in the People's Republic of China

Revised Rules on the Administration of Religious Activities for Foreigners in China Released, Effective May 1

IASCC Calls for Papers on Its First Global Theology Conference

How Religion Shapes International Relations: Fudan University Forum Focuses on U.S. Elections, Vatican Diplomacy, Middle East Dynamics

Pew Revises Method for Measuring Religion in China; Says Country Has World’s Lowest Affiliation Rate, Christian Population Outside Global Top 10

Observation: Reasons for Sexual Abuse in Christianity

A Chistian Perspective of Chinese Celebrity Zheng Shuang's Surrogacy Scandal: It Violates God's Law

Christian Family Mentor: How Should Christian Women Get along with Mothers-in-law?

Knife Fight Between Neighbors Led Him to Christ: Brother Daniel’s Unusual Journey of Faith

Workplace Testimony: Her Commitment to Sunday Worship Brought Unexpected Blessings

Directed by God: A Drama Creator’s Faith Journey

40-Year Bond Between an American Family and China's 'Amity'

East Asia Ministry Leader Sees New Hunger in the Region, Especially Among Young People

Convener of 'Friends of Kuliang' Honored With Friendship Envoy Award at Orchid Awards

Seth Kim Calls on Church Leaders to Challenge Youth to Lay Down Their Lives for the Gospel

Book Release: Standing on the Rock Offers Historical Snapshot to Illuminate Broader History

Servant’s Crown Beyond Praise: Reflections From Retired Church Leader After 20 Years of Ministry

Sophie Newton: Pioneer Deaconess in Southern China, Grandmother to a Chinese Family