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Psychology Can Be Church's 'Spiritual X-Ray', Says Pastor

Through a ministry grounded in listening, empathy, and guidance, Pastor Li’s church has helped believers address many real-life challenges while also placing a strong emphasis on leading them back to faith. He emphasized that psychology is merely a tool, while the ultimate goal is to guide people to turn back to God.
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Photos: Churches in China Celebrate Dragon Boat Festival

This photo collection captures how churches and Christian communities across China celebrated the Dragon Boat Festival in late May.

Musical on the Book of Ruth Premieres at Shenzhen Church

This photo collection features highlights from a musical drama based on the Book of Ruth, staged by Qiaocheng Church in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, on May 10.

Serving Church With Enthusiasm Brings Family Criticism: Reflection on Faith Separated from Daily Life

Despite being a long-time Christian actively involved in church life, Sister Wang often faced complaints from her family—prompting her to reflect on the reasons behind their discontent.

Disbanded and Reborn: Christian Choir Pushes Forward Cultural Mission

A decade ago, Brother Li established the Yanxiang Choir with a vision to "bring sacred music into society." Committed to breaking down the walls of the church, the choir strives to introduce hymns to the broader public, though the path has been full of challenges.

Celebrating Fathers — Pastor Bert Pretorius

As South Africa prepares to celebrate Father’s Day, we are faced with the sobering contradiction between the ideal and the reality. On the one hand, Father’s Day is meant to honour the gift and calling of fatherhood. It is a time when we give thanks for the men who lead, protect, nurture, and build strong families, which are the foundational building blocks of our society. Yet, in a country plagued by some of the highest rates of gender-based violence (GBV) in the world, this day often exposes a painful truth: the absence, silence, and abdication of fathers is a national crisis where women and children are paying the price.

Biblical Scholar: Trauma Narratives in Hebrew Bible Require Critical Evaluation in Asian Context

Prof. Sonia Wong explores how biblical trauma narratives might serve as pastoral resources for Asian contexts while emphasizing the need for critical evaluation.

How Religion Shapes International Relations: Fudan University Forum Focuses on U.S. Elections, Vatican Diplomacy, Middle East Dynamics

The sub-forum “Religion and International Relations After the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election” explored how religion influences diplomatic agendas and global politics amid current great power rivalries.

Urgent Blood Donations Needed for Dr. Milton Wan, Theologian Battling Leukemia

Dr. Milton Wan Wai-yiu, a respected theologian at the Divinity School of Chung Chi College, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, has been diagnosed with leukemia and is in urgent need of blood donations as he undergoes treatment in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province.

New Archival Volume on Finnish Lutheran Mission in China Released

A new book named Archival Materials on the Missionary Activities of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Finland in China (Volume 1) was published in May.

Endings and Everlastingness: Cultural and Theological Views on What Lies Beyond

Professors Wang Zhongjiang and Zeng Qingbao lecture on "Death and Eternal Life," contrasting ancient Chinese pursuits of immortality with Christian theological understandings of resurrection and hope.

Biblical Social Justice System as Practiced by the Chinese Church

Biblical justice is not a modern concept. It is as old as the Bible and rooted in the very character of God. The Chinese church has demonstrated that biblical social justice can be practiced in a quieter yet powerful way.

Proposal for Establishing Church Libraries

A church library’s function goes far beyond simple reading. It is another field for nurturing believers and pastors, and it forms a Christian knowledge service system.

Christmas Reflection: Meaning of Faith for Christians

Despite numerous participations in worship and ministries, believers can still reflect on the question, "What does faith truly mean to me?"

The Power of Silent Prayer After Sermon

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.