Friday, October 3rd, 2025
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Theological Education Sunday in Chinese Churches

For several decades, churches in China have observed a special practice known as Theological Education Offering Day. On a designated Sunday, all offerings collected in worship services are dedicated to supporting theological education.

Rural Churches Face Growing Loss of Middle-Aged Co-Workers

To stem the loss of co-workers, churches must break free from rigid thinking, establish fair and transparent support systems, foster relationships rooted in mutual love and support, recognize the value of every co-worker, and provide space and hope for growth. Ultimately, the vitality of a church is not measured by its buildings but by the people willing to dedicate themselves. Retaining them is essential to securing the future of rural churches.

Over 200 Local Christian Leaders Trained in Meihekou

From September 15 to 16, the Meihekou Municipal CC&TSPM in Jilin Province held a spiritual training session for leaders and deacons from various Christian venues in the city at Hongmei Town Church, with 260 participants.

Junjun’s Faith Journey: From Deep Darkness to a Life of Light

Her journey from being a child reluctantly sent away by her biological parents to a troubled youth who dropped out of school and struggled with depression, from achieving career success at a young age to eventually dedicating her life to serving God, reads like a redemptive story authored by God Himself.

Pastor’s Health Product Sales Raise Doubts Amid Financial Struggles

Many preachers today face a similar predicament: full-time ministry often does not provide enough to sustain their families, yet taking on part-time work can raise doubts about their intentions. In fact, quite some urban pastors do hold side jobs, although most prefer to keep them discreet. Pastor Guo is one of them.

A Watchman’s Cry: From Entrepreneur to Unpaid Pastor Committed to Preaching Truth

Born into a family of pastors, Z seemed destined for faith, yet for years he lived a comfortable but spiritually shallow life as a successful entrepreneur. A sudden awakening, however, turned his world upside down—leading him to close his company, embrace God’s call, and serve as an unpaid pastor devoted to preaching biblical truth in China.