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Meeting World Christianity, Reflecting on China's Church: Notes From Egypt

How do we step out of egocentrism to respect and understand the local contexts of other churches? The participants of the Sixth World Conference on Faith and Order showed me that only under the same faith, within the gospel, can those who hold power and voice take the initiative to bow their heads and humble themselves. And only then can those who are self-centered step out of themselves to understand one another and achieve unity.

No House, No Car, No Bride: Economic Plight of China's Young Clergy

Zibu's story is a microcosm of the survival status of a generation of Chinese preachers. In a world that increasingly values immediate satisfaction and material security, Zibu's waiting is a difficult, solitary, yet powerful testimony. He stands as a question mark to the modern age: Is there still room for a faith that relies solely on God's provision?

Finding the God Who Listens After Years of Silent Rituals

He often recalls the miracle of how his wife's pain suddenly stopped. "Faith shouldn't be a label to prove how different you are," he says. "It should be the help you can get when you cry out in pain, the guidance you can find when you are lost, and the healing you can receive when you are broken."

In the Heart of Shanghai's 'Silicon Valley,' an American Pastor Finds Home in the Unexpected

For Pastor Jason Kim, the journey to Shanghai was never meant to be a marathon. When he first arrived in the winter of 2007 with his family, the plan was simple: survive one year, claim the experience, and return to the familiar comforts of the United States. He did not know the language, he did not know the culture, and he certainly did not expect to stay.

In Egypt's Desert, Coptic Church of Icons Becomes Living Expression of Visual Theology

Nestled within the Anaphora Retreat Center, the Church of the Resurrection stands as a masterpiece of contemporary sacred art with ancient Coptic tradition. This sanctuary, with all its walls adorned with iconography, is the result of over a decade of dedicated labor by Helena Nikkanen, a renowned Finnish artist and art conservator, who worked alongside her Coptic sisters.
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Beijing Huairou Church Volunteers Clear Snow, Ice

To ensure the safety of worshippers and maintain normal church activities during winter snowfall, volunteers at Beijing Huairou Church organized a snow and ice removal operation on the mornings of December 13–14.
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Rev. Susan Durber, WCC President from Europe, Reflects on Christian Unity, a Continent in Transition

Photos of Fujian Grassroots Church Celebrating Joyful Pre-Christmas Praise Gathering

On December 6, Shancheng Church in Zhangpu County, a grassroots congregation in Zhangzhou, Fujian, held a pre-Christmas praise gathering featuring a variety of worship presentations.

Photos of First Church in Xi'an-Dongxinxiang Church

This photo collection offers a close look at Dongxinxiang Church—widely regarded as the first Christian church in Xi'an, Shaanxi. From its historic arched entrance and century-old sanctuary to its stained-glass windows, Ten Commandments plaques, and distinctive cross-topped roofline, the images highlight the enduring beauty and spiritual heritage of this landmark church in the heart of the ancient city.
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No House, No Car, No Bride: Economic Plight of China's Young Clergy

Zibu's story is a microcosm of the survival status of a generation of Chinese preachers. In a world that increasingly values immediate satisfaction and material security, Zibu's waiting is a difficult, solitary, yet powerful testimony. He stands as a question mark to the modern age: Is there still room for a faith that relies solely on God's provision?

Beijing Huairou Church Volunteers Clear Snow, Ice

To ensure the safety of worshippers and maintain normal church activities during winter snowfall, volunteers at Beijing Huairou Church organized a snow and ice removal operation on the mornings of December 13–14.
World

Hardest-Hit Israeli Kibbutz Slowly Rebuilds After Oct. 7 Attack

At 6:30 a.m. on October 7, 2023, explosions shattered the quiet of Kibbutz Nir Oz near the Gaza border, beginning hours of fire, killings, and kidnappings that left Israel’s hardest-hit community in ruins.

Mother of Israeli Hostage Shares Story of Faith and Hope at Christian Media Summit

Ditsa Or, the mother of Avinatan Or, who was kidnapped by Hamas on October 7, 2023, delivered a speech at the seventh Christian Media Summit in Jerusalem. Addressing an audience of Christian journalists and media professionals, she shared her personal story of loss, resilience, and unwavering faith in God.
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Finding the God Who Listens After Years of Silent Rituals

He often recalls the miracle of how his wife's pain suddenly stopped. "Faith shouldn't be a label to prove how different you are," he says. "It should be the help you can get when you cry out in pain, the guidance you can find when you are lost, and the healing you can receive when you are broken."

Where to Worship in Shanghai: 5 Key English Services You Should Know

Shanghai offers a vibrant, legally established network of international fellowships. Whether you prefer the solemnity of a historic cathedral with pipe organ music or the energy of a modern band in a hotel ballroom, there is a place for you. To help you navigate, China Christian Daily has compiled this practical guide to the city's major Protestant foreign affairs worship services.
Culture

Shanghai to Host 2025 JRCC–JSRH Joint Workshop on Christian Studies

The 2025 joint workshop of the Journal for Research of Christianity in China (JRCC) and the Journal of the Study on Religion and History (JSRH) will be held on December 14 at Shanghai University's Baoshan Campus, focusing on theology, Chinese Christian history, comparative religion, and biblical translation studies.

Missionary Lens Captures China’s First Color Documentary Amidst the Civil War

The footage, known today as “Color Old Ankang (1947),” is regarded as the first color documentary filmed in China. Shot by Norwegian missionary Carl Mortensen using a Kodak 16mm camera, the film offers a rare and vibrant window into the daily lives, religious activities, and social customs of Ankang just two years before the founding of the People’s Republic of China.
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Seeing Church as Family: What Faith in Christ Truly Means

In reality, to leave the church is to detach oneself from the body of Christ; to distance oneself from fellow believers is to distance oneself from God's blessings. If believers are unwilling to walk with the church, prayers about "serving the Lord" become nothing more than empty words.

When Personal Charisma Becomes a Double-Edged Sword in Church Ministry

By reaffirming the core principle of Christ-centeredness—allowing truth to guide judgment and serve as the bridge of communication—churches can replace blind following with rational reflection and sincere dialogue, thus mitigating the dangers inherent in the "double-edged sword" of personal charisma.
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The Fool Says, 'There Is no God'

From David’s era to today, atheism has become more vocal, with some relying on science to deny God; yet this reflects a lack of understanding of divine wisdom and creation.

Deeper Joy of Palm Sunday

On the way home, the sunlight seemed especially radiant. I thought to myself, the next time someone asks why I’m joyful, I won’t just say, “Because I believe in Jesus.” I’ll tell them, “Because I know a Lord who died for me and rose again!” That is the source of my joy.