CCD Monthly October 2023

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After the pandemic, the Jakarta 2023 Global Convention on Christian Faith was held in person in Jakarta, Indonesia, featuring the theme "The Eschatological Reign of Christ Over All Nations," attracting more than 2,000 people from 19 countries. Hosted by the Reformed Evangelical Movement International and Stephen Tong Evangelistic Ministries International (STEMI), founded by the Indonesian-Chinese pastor Stephen Tong, this conference, specially convened for Chinese Christians, aimed to encourage Christians to trust in Christ's sovereignty over all nations through serial plenaries given by global leaders, workshops, and daily worship and prayer.

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The Jakarta 2023 Global Convention on Christian Faith

The Jakarta 2023 Conference: 'Christ Reigns Over All Nations

The Jakarta 2023 Conference: David Platt Prays Four Points for Church Leaders in Asia

The megachurch pastor David Platt prayed four specific prayers over leaders of the church in Asia to trust Christ's soverignity and spread his glory during the Jakarta 2023 Global Convention on Christian Faith.

Wheaton College President Dr. Philip Ryken Encourages Christians in Asia to Practice Submissions in Relationships

Wheaton College President Dr. Philip Ryken encouraged Christians in Asia to commit to Christ's lordship in three relationships, as Jesus has dominion over every area of our lives.

In the News

Churches in Xinjiang Mark 2023 Christian Charity Day

Christian churches all over Urumqi in Xinjiang celebrated Christian Charity Day 2023 by holding themed Sunday services on October 15.

CCC&TSPM Review Five Years of Efforts in Promoting Christianity in Chinese Context

"From 2018 to 2022, the China Christian Council and Three-Self Patriotic Movement successfully accomplished the diverse tasks outlined in the Five-Year Work Plan for the Sinicization of Christianity in China (2018–2022)."

Pew Research: No Clear Evidence that 'Christianity in China Is Growing'

There is not much evidence that Christian growth continued in China after 2010, according to the Pew Research Center.

Church in Fujian Ordains 51 Pastors

A total of 51 church workers were ordained as pastors in a Fujian church.

Spanish Worship Services Resume at Shanghai Church

Spanish-language worship services resumed at a church in Shanghai since the pandemic.

Hakka Sacred Music Worship Event Held in Jiangxi

Jiangxi churches participate in the 2023 Hakka Sacred Music Worship Event in Ganzhou City.

Features

Missional Church Expert: 'Cultural Ministry' Can Reflect the Gospel in Asian Context

"Asian churches today must reevaluate their understanding of culture. They should no longer be confined to the modern Western, white, male-dominated paradigm but rather recognize the characteristics of postmodernism and rejuvenate popular culture," urged a Korean missional church expert.

Feature: Youth Ministry Makes Innovations to Attract Gen Z

An increasing number of young believers are leaving the church to seek opportunities elsewhere, including those who serve as church workers and theological students. However, some youth fellowships are exploring and experiencing success in receiving, shepherding, and calling young people.

Interview: Inexperienced Young Pastor Hungry for Learning to Feed the Flock

Faced with such pastoral challenges, Sha Mai did not succumb to a sense of helplessness. Instead, he seeks to compensate for his limitations through diligent learning.

Addressing the Trend: Pastor Encourages Young Christians Who Prefer to 'Stay at Home' to Go Out

"Going out is completely different. You will see people living in sorrow and the needs within them; love will arise within you, and you will want to offer yourselves. You will say, 'Lord, here I am; send me!'"

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