The Poor Preachers of the Chinese Church
In a somewhat hyperbolic yet prophetic tone, writer Huo Shu rallies Christians to reconsider the idea of “poor preachers.”
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Why Low Pastor Salaries Are Hurting the Church
Poor financial compensation for pastors is one factor among many today that could imperil the future of the Chinese church.
As Church Growth Slows
What can the church in China do to develop in the face of slowing church growth?
When a Member Seeks Financial Gain in the Church
In a time of rapid development, some feel the pull to get rich quick and fall prey to financial cons and scams. Church leaders must be on guard lest they infiltrate the church.
A Cathedral in Shanghai
St. Ignatius Cathedral in Shanghai is one of the oldest and most historic Catholic buildings in China.
Realistic Advice for Seminary Grads
Pastor Chen Shengfeng pours a “bucket of cold water” on zealous and idealistic seminary graduates entering ministry.
Touring Three-Self Churches
But for me, the striking thing was the homogeneity of the churches over time and place. The churches and their pastors simply went faithfully about their business, the business of sharing and teaching their faith, and leading the people in worship—doing what the church is called to do.
The West Gate Church in Kaifeng
A chat with an evangelist in an ancient capital of China.
The Problem of Consumerism in the Church
A pastor in China warns of the consumeristic mindset that has sunk into society and threatens to take hold in the church.
A Church in Nanyang
Conversations with the gatekeeper and the pastor.
The Church in Ankang
Meeting the pastors of the church in Ankang, and an impromptu opportunity to share.
A Church in Guiyang
Continuing a tour of Three-Self churches, this stop in Guiyang.