When the Church Stands Low (to Rise Again)
The 2024 Hong Kong Church Census Briefing offers rich data for further reflection and deeper insight into the evolving church landscape.
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How the Global Church Remembers
In response to this same central narrative—the passion and resurrection of Jesus Christ—Catholic, Orthodox, and Protestant communities have developed remarkably different expressions of remembrance.
Who Are Our Ninevites?
Expressions of distrust and judgment have loomed so large that some Mandarin-speaking churches and newly established Hong Kong congregations in the same cities avoid any interactions.
A Call for Global Prayer
If you say, “I’m a Christian, I can pray for you. What do you need?” most people will not refuse, but will be grateful and thankful. This was almost unseen before 2022.
“Shrewd as Snakes”?
Just as the serpent maneuvers and weaves through its environment, we can adopt an outward appearance of compliance while preserving inner principles.
Breaking Hell
The distortion and contamination of love have led to the belief that “hell is other people,” but even more poignantly, “hell is family.” In close relationships, it is not magic but love and forgiveness that hold the key to breaking free from hell.
Searching for the Light of Life—Reflections on the Lantern Festival
As Christians, have we truly found the light of life?
Slithering Into the Year of the Snake
As we welcome the Year of the Snake, our team has prepared a short video to send heartfelt New Year’s blessings to all our readers! We also invite you to explore our archive of articles that delve into the spiritual and cultural dimensions of the Lunar New Year.
China’s First Christians
Join us on March 20, 2025, in the Twin Cities for Dr. Glen Thompson’s lecture on China’s earliest Christians, their history, and lessons for today. Free and open to all!
Meeting Gen Z where They Are—An Insider’s Perspective
Young people need a community where faith and real life intersect in meaningful ways, rather than simply attending traditional worship services.
A Reading Roundup for Returnees
Check out the books in the Resource Corner to help the returnees and returnee ministries in your life.
Engaging Gen Z Anew
Guangxiao Church and Zion Church, two of Guangzhou’s leading and historical churches, are pioneering youth-focused outreach efforts to counter the decline in youth attendance. To attract them to the church, the two churches offer various youth-centered activities, including a "Faith Pharmacy," comic exhibitions, and storytelling sessions.