China and the Vatican
After decades of a rift, things seem to be moving swiftly towards some type of agreement. But what is driving this, and why now?
Ideas
Editorial reflection and analysis on issues shaping Chinese Christianity.
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Is “Back to Jerusalem” Biblical?
The Gospel will be taken to nations by obedient servants who hear God’s voice and devote themselves wholeheartedly to mission. This issue cannot be solved by money or power. In order for Chinese Churches to become missional churches they need sound ministry, systematic training, and an effective mission strategy. Ezra Jin
New Religious Regulations: Another View
Why the new regulations are necessary and why they contribute to the development of China.
10 Quotes about China’s Rise and the Church
from Brent Fulton’s article about the rising influence of China and its impact on the Western church.
Not Exclusively Political: Learning from the Diversity of China’s Church
“TSPM or house church?”—often the first question asked about a particular church or pastor, in China.
Why Christians in China Must Prepare Themselves for the New Regulations on Religious Affairs
As a Chinese house church pastor who has studied church-state relations and followed religious legislation for a long time, I have the following five views toward these new regulations. Wang Yi
China’s Mission Movement: A Call to Incarnation
Today the forces of urbanization have brought Han Chinese believers face-to-face with a diverse range of cultures, from international students and business people to members of the hundreds of ethnic groups resident within China’s borders.
3 Questions: A New Look at Chinese Christians
A ChinaSource "3 Questions" interview with one of the authors of Surviving the State, Remaking the Church: A Sociological Portrait of Christians in Mainland China.
The Chinese Church Prepares for Missions
Experienced missions workers talk about challenges and opportunities for the Chinese church.
3 Observations
What rings true and what needs to be challenged?
China and the Church: 5 Trends to Watch in 2018
How the church weathers the uncertain days ahead will depend on a number of factors. Here are five areas to watch.
Serving a New Generation
The challenge going forward is to rethink what it means to serve in this new era.