A Christian who has stayed in a city for the first time during the Chinese New Year noticed that the number of people attending the urban churches during the festival is small, with some churches having only a quarter of their original number, and midweek fellowships also being suspended.
Situated at No. 5 Yangtianjing Street in Langzhong City, the St John's Cathedral (currently known as the Gospel Church) is one of the largest churches in southwest China, featuring a blend of Chinese and Western architectural styles.
For Christians, we cannot easily eliminate sin in the church, as it stems from human weakness. However, the crucial point is to walk steadfastly in God’s truth, regardless of the church’s condition, to attain ultimate glory.
A church in southern China has recently updated its service process. A significant change encourages the congregation to offer a silent prayer before departing after the pastor's benediction.
Among the numerous Western merchants who flooded China with opium, causing significant harm to the physical and mental well-being of the Chinese people, one notable exception was American businessman David Washington Cincinnatus Olyphant, who firmly opposed the opium trade and exclusively conducted tea business in China.
The popularity of Black Myth: Wukong has initiated discussions among some Christians. What if the church had games like this—wouldn’t it help people better understand the gospel? Others ask why Christian-themed video games are almost non-existent.
The Holy Saviour's Cathedral (Beijing) is now home to a branch of Beijing's Mofan Bookstore. Because of its beautiful architecture, the bookstore has become an internet-famous spot, a must-visit destination for many tourists in Beijing, earning it the title of "the most beautiful bookstore."
One important factor contributing to the hostility non-believers feel toward the Christian faith is the serious problem with the teaching materials used by churches.