In many domestic churches where women predominate in both attendance and leadership, a northern church has dedicated a decade's effort to nurturing male members. Now men outnumber women in millennial leadership.

A Gen-Z group was recently established at a church in Xi’an. After singing hymns and listening to a sermon, group members shared insights from the sermon and discussed challenges they had faced during the past week with the snacks provided by the church. The group also offers career guidance for college students, addressing practical issues in life and working with the Bible's teachings.

In practice, leadership transitions are not always orderly and without challenges. Minor setbacks or unexpected conflicts can arise. So, what should one do if obstacles or conflicts indeed appear during a transition? A church leader from East China shares his experience through a difficult transition.

As Christians, we live lives oriented towards worshiping God. When did human worship actually begin? How did people in Old Testament times worship, and what does true worship mean? Recently, Professor Liu, a theologian specializing in Worship Studies, shared insights into “Worship Studies” in a lecture.

Young people need a community where faith and real life intersect in meaningful ways, rather than simply attending traditional worship services. If the church truly wants to attract and retain young people, it must respond to their desires and allow for a faith experience.

While pastors do need to be on guard for their flock, believers should also strive to guard their pastors.

Recently, Pastor Chunlei, who has been pastoring a church in a city in Eastern China for many years, shared his insights on why his church has never experienced a split. He attributes this to emphasizing shared core values and a strong church culture.

I met Shuya in his home, and his wife was playing with their three-year-old child. However, there was no air conditioning or even a fan in the house.

A 19-year-old young man was diagnosed with late-stage bone cancer in 2002, not soon after he began his career. After undergoing an amputation, his cancer was cured and has not recurred since. In his one-armed life, he encountered God and became a full-time pastor.

Leaving the first impression of our church to newcomers, the reception staff connect the congregants with the church. They guide first-time guests and maintain order during services. Having the widest contact with believers, they also play an important role in identifying strangers and guarding against heresy.