Friday, October 10th, 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.
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Beijing Meeting Point Hosts Bible Contest

On October 5, the Changxindian meeting point in Fengtai District, Beijing, hosted a “Bible Key Verse Contest” to encourage believers to memorize important Bible passages and deepen their understanding of Scripture.
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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.
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Establishing a Church in China: From Preparation to Legal Registration

Building a Three-Self church from the ground up may appear cumbersome, but the process can be summarized in four essential steps: people → venue → system → registration. While neither quick nor easy, this path ensures the church’s stability, legality, and long-term sustainability.
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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.
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