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Advent 2025: Preparing Our Hearts in a Busy World

As December approaches, the sights and sounds of Christmas begin to fill the streets. Yet, for Christians, this season is about more than just decorations and gatherings; it is a profound spiritual moment that declares: "Hope has arrived."

Religious Leaders Bear Living Witness to Faith Expressed at Nicaea 1700 Years Ago

In a historic commemoration of the 1700th anniversary of the First Ecumenical Council, faith leaders gathered in Nicaea—modern-day Iznik, Türkiye – on 28 November to mark the 1700th anniversary of the First Ecumenical Council in the history of the church.

National Seminary Holds Lecture on Combating Heresies

On November 26, a lecture titled "Combating Heresy and Upholding Orthodoxy: Continuing the Theological Construction" was held at Nanjing Union Theological Seminary in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province.

Beijing Chongwenmen Church Holds Elderly Care Lecture

On November 29, Chongwenmen Church in Beijing hosted a home-based elderly care lecture on "Physiological Changes in Older Adults."

In Northern China, TCM Clinic Becomes Worship Space for Scattered Believers After the Pandemic

In a small TCM clinic tucked inside a northern China courtyard, Pastor Wang has founded a weekly gathering where scattered workplace Christians find an unlikely sanctuary. “We want a group of Christians who truly have the Lord in their lives,” he said.

Zhuhai Church Holds 20th Anniversary Thanksgiving, Reflecting on 'From Nothing to Something'

On November 22, Meihua Church in Zhuhai, Guangdong Province, celebrated its 20th anniversary with a thanksgiving service, reflecting on the church's journey from humble beginnings to its current growth.

Shaanxi CC&TSPM Strengthens Ties with Norway’s Mission Covenant Delegation

On November 21, a six-member delegation led by Rev. Jon-Arne Hoppestad, head of the International Department of the Mission Covenant Church of Norway, visited the Shaanxi Provincial CC&TSPM.

The Phone Fix: Reclaiming Our Attention in an Age of Distraction

In our daily phone use, we can clearly sense the downside of "habit becoming second nature." We often reach for our phones without thinking, even when there are no notification sounds. The screen lights up, our fingers swipe, and our eyes move across familiar icons—yet we are not sure what we are actually seeking.

Northwestern Pastor's Bible Copying Ministry: Nurturing Faith Line by Line

From Nicaea to Now: WCC General Secretary Talks About Unity, Theology, and Global Challenges

ERRChina to Hold Online Book Club on the Bible Mission of Contemporary China

Ahead of WCC Executive Committee Meeting in Hangzhou, Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay Encourages Chinese Christians to Become Trendsetters to Global Church

China Welcomes WCC Leaders, Hosts Executive Committee Meeting in Hangzhou

'Walking Together Even When We Disagree': Dr Sotiris Boukis on Visible Unity and Baptismal Ecclesiology

Prof. Klaus Koschorke Challenges Eurocentric Narratives With Ethiopian Counter-Model

'We Are Not Separate': African Orthodox Perspective on Unity, Mission, and the Church

Hong Kong Christian Community Responds to Support Victims of Deadliest Fire

On the afternoon of November 26, 2025, a level-5 fire broke out at the Wang Fuk Court housing estate in Tai Po, New Territories, Hong Kong, sweeping across seven buildings and causing multiple fatalities and injuries. In the aftermath, churches and Christian organizations in Hong Kong responded promptly.

Beyond Harvest Thanksgiving: The Other Side of Church Pastoral Care

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INTERVIEW

From Nicaea to Now: WCC General Secretary Talks About Unity, Theology, and Global Challenges

Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay, WCC general secretary, talked with China Christian Daily about the Sixth World Conference on Faith and Order held in Egypt, the ongoing work of the WCC, artificial intelligence, and the engagement of young people in the ecumenical movement.

TESTIMONIES

Family Member of Almighty God Victim Recounts: 'Almighty God Followers and My Parents Plotted to Kill Me'

"For every person who has gone missing because of the Church of Almighty God, there is a corresponding family that has suffered as victims," said Li Rui (a pseudonym), who has endured years of pain as the child of the sect's followers.

VOICE

A Season of Fire and Aftermath: Chinese Pastor’s Reflections on Extreme Charismatic Phenomena in China

In Pastor Chen’s view, the Charismatic movement gained rapid traction in the Chinese mainland—especially in rural areas—because it offered emotional immediacy, experiential spirituality, and a highly energized communal atmosphere. It broke through the rigid, formulaic patterns that characterized many traditional gatherings at the time.

FOCUS

The Unseen Unreached: Realities and Needs of Deaf, Mute Christians in China

Among China's nearly 30 million deaf and mute people, countless souls still quietly await the good news from the gospel. Brother Zibu's story reminds us that the deep divide between the hearing and the deaf and mute is not beyond bridging—it requires not pity, but understanding; not charity, but companionship.

ACADEMICS

The Global-Theological Vision of a New Generation of Overseas Chinese Scholars

Among these Christian scholars are those who have newly embraced denominational identities, begun to promote interdisciplinary dialogue beyond traditional theological–philosophical impasses, and reopened a robust debate about the role of faith in scholarship, Chinese church history, and contemporary life.

INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGES

WCC Executive Committee Meeting Concludes in Hangzhou, Deepening Ties With Chinese Church

The executive committee of the World Council of Churches (WCC) has concluded a six-day meeting in Hangzhou, marking the second time the governing body has convened in China. Held from 20 to 25 November 2025, the gathering combined a formal business agenda with a pilgrimage encounter, exploring the theme "Christ, culture, and context."

ISSUES

In Better Hands: Story of an American Protecting Children From Abuse and Trafficking

In Southeast Asia, where child trafficking continues to thrive as a multi-billion-dollar industry, one U.S. family and their international team are working to turn the tide. Michigan-born Seth and his wife, Hlawn, founded In Better Hands in 2012 with one mission: to rescue vulnerable children and give them a safe, loving Christian home.

CHARITY

Guangdong Union Church Hosts Free Clinic in Grassroots Community

From November 14 to 15, Union Church in Guangdong mobilized a team of 27 medical professionals and pastors to hold a free medical clinic in Fengwan Town, Qujiang District, Shaoguan City, Guangdong Province.

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The Global-Theological Vision of a New Generation of Overseas Chinese Scholars

Qingdao Catholic Patriotic Association Attends Protestant Seminar for the First Time, Plans Joint Branding Effort

Last week, the Qingdao Catholic Patriotic Association of Shandong Province attended a Protestant seminar for the first time in history for collaboration.

Jiangxi Bible School Holds Week of Low-Carbon, Green Initiatives

Yunnan Trinity International Church Hosts Single Fellowship Event

Can Churches Offer Vocational Training? Insights from Local Church’s 'Gospel Class'

Hubei Church Dedicates New Building

Northwest Rural Family's Faith Journey: While Body Wasn't Healed, Soul Saved

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From Jerusalem to Shanghai: Samuel Kahn Stresses Religious and Cultural Ties Between Israel and China

Eternal Glory: Chongwenmen Church’s 155th Anniversary in Photos

This photo collection captures the diverse and vibrant activities held during Beijing Chongwenmen Church’s 155th anniversary celebrations, showcasing the church’s ongoing journey of faith, heritage, and artistic expression.

Photos of Christian Dance Fellowship in Anshan Grassroot Church

On November 15, 2025, Taian County in Anshan, Liaoning Province, hosted a county-wide Christian dance fellowship themed on the sinicization of Christianity.

Church & Ministries

Shaanxi CC&TSPM Strengthens Ties with Norway’s Mission Covenant Delegation

In Northern China, TCM Clinic Becomes Worship Space for Scattered Believers After the Pandemic

Beijing Chongwenmen Church Holds Elderly Care Lecture

On November 29, Chongwenmen Church in Beijing hosted a home-based elderly care lecture on "Physiological Changes in Older Adults."

National Seminary Holds Lecture on Combating Heresies

On November 26, a lecture titled "Combating Heresy and Upholding Orthodoxy: Continuing the Theological Construction" was held at Nanjing Union Theological Seminary in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province.

World

Religious Leaders Bear Living Witness to Faith Expressed at Nicaea 1700 Years Ago

Bossey’s Academic Dean: Young Ecumenists Bring Hope for Christian Unity

The Global-Theological Vision of a New Generation of Overseas Chinese Scholars

'We Are Not Separate': African Orthodox Perspective on Unity, Mission, and the Church

As a third-generation Orthodox Christian from Kenya and a professor of practical and public theology, Father Evangelos Thiani offers a unique perspective on the intersection of ancient tradition and African identity. In this interview with China Christian Daily, he discusses the history of the Orthodox Church in Kenya, the complex relationship between church and nationalism, and the "Incarnational Model" of mission. He also shares a message of solidarity with the Church in China.

China

Full-Time Minister's Marriage Journey: Meeting Woman of Faith

Hong Kong Christian Community Responds to Support Victims of Deadliest Fire

Northwest Rural Family's Faith Journey: While Body Wasn't Healed, Soul Saved

Twenty-three years after a tragedy shook a rural family in Northwest China, two sisters who once wavered in despair now pastor a small congregation with quiet perseverance.

Faith-Based Amity Foundation Commemorates 40 Years of Service: 'Love Is Eternal'

On November 18, the faith-based Amity Foundation marked its 40th anniversary in Nanjing under the theme "Love Is Eternal," welcoming more than 300 participants from across China and overseas.

Culture

The Phone Fix: Reclaiming Our Attention in an Age of Distraction

From Table Tennis to Basketball: Word4Asia Deepens China-U.S. People-to-People Exchanges

ERRChina to Hold Online Book Club on the Bible Mission of Contemporary China

ERRChina will hold an online book club on From Banned Book to Bestseller: The Mission in Contemporary China on December 3.

Scott N. Callaham Launches New Book on Daily Readings From the Chinese Bible

The new book Sacred Characters: Daily Readings from the Chinese Bible, authored by Scott N. Callaham, was officially launched on November 5.

Opinion

Seeing Church as Family: What Faith in Christ Truly Means

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

Heaven, Hell, or Something Else? Theologians Debate What Comes After Death

What happens after we die? Dr. Veli-Matti Kärkkäinen argued for an "optimism of salvation" which rejects both the certainty of universal salvation and traditional views of eternal torment.

Dr. Veli-Matti Kärkkäinen Lectures on Christian Pneumatology as Public Theology

Dr. Veli-Matti Kärkkäinen argued for a "world-embracing, multi-layered pneumatology" that extends the Holy Spirit's work beyond the church into all public domains. His lecture explored the Spirit's role in society, science, and other religions, advocating for a "post-critical" engagement with these spheres.

LIFE

Advent 2025: Preparing Our Hearts in a Busy World

The Conditions for Revival

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.