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The advent of the AI era is inevitable, raising the question: Is the church prepared? In an article titled "A New Era of AI Is Here, and the Church Is Not Ready," Pastor Russell Moore, editor-in-chief of Christianity Today, questioned, What if Martin Luther had been unprepared for the Gutenberg era, or if Billy Graham had failed to embrace the television age?
In China, pastors exhibit three primary attitudes toward AI: indifference, active engagement, and a wait-and-see approach. In Hong Kong, a pastor and professor recently hosted a lecture titled "When Church Meets AI," exploring the intersection of artificial intelligence and faith. The discussion delved into both the opportunities and challenges AI presents to the Church. Similarly, registered churches and seminaries, such as Heilongjiang Seminary, have also held symposiums on this topic. A millennial pastor emphasized that while AI may play a role in sermon preparation, it cannot replace the human touch that pastors bring to their ministry.
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Rev. Kin-Leung Lau and Prof. Shui-Man Kwan discussed AI's potential to enhance church ministry, from administrative tasks to sermon preparation, while also addressing philosophical questions about AI consciousness and the ethical implications of its use.
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Heretical organizations leverage AI technology to create hymns, images, and digital figures, using online media to attract followers. In contrast, registered churches in China have a limited digital presence.
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Heilongjiang Theological Seminary held a symposium to explore and assess the challenges that artificial intelligence presents to theological education.
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"A true sermon is the outpouring of the anointing by the Holy Spirit in the prayer, carrying life and appeals," said a millennial pastor serving in a conservative church in China.
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Churches across southern China marked the World Day of Prayer early with a worship service, discussions, and community activities, emphasizing the role of Christian women in the church and society ahead of the global observance on March 7.
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Rev. Lin Shengben, China's sacred music pioneer and editor of the Chinese New Hymnal, passed away in Shanghai at the age of 98. He composed many famous hymns like "Jesus, the Bright Morning Star" and "Never Cease Praising the Grace of the Lord" that have touched the hearts of countless Christians.
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The Overseas Relations Department of CCC&TSPM outlined key foreign affairs priorities for 2025 aimed at enhancing the international presence of the church in China at its plenary meeting.
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The government work report said that China should systematically promote the sinicization of religion and strengthen the rule of law in religious affairs governance this year.
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On March 14, Tulou Church held a dedication ceremony after four years of construction. Blending Hakka architecture with the Christian faith, it serves as a new worship space in the region.
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A handwritten scroll of Bible calligraphy spanning more than 2,600 meters long has been recognized as the "Longest Xingkai Script Scroll of the Bible" by the Forbes World Records Certification.
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Christianity in China has stopped growing since 2010, according to an academic paper. Controversies have been aroused among Chinese Christians ever since. China Christian Daily interviewed five experts and scholars from China and the U.S. to share their perspectives on this paper.
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Many displaced Christians struggle to integrate into local church communities due to unfamiliar environments, language barriers, and different church norms. However, a church in East China has found remarkable success in keeping them connected through its online choir group.
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When discussing church development, grassroots churches might consider constructing church buildings and training staff, while urban churches tend to mention institutional development. While these aspects are indeed parts of church development, an equally crucial component is the spiritual growth of congregants, which should be regarded as the highest priority in church development.
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In today's digital era, where networking and virtualization run deep, some argue that young people are reluctant to engage in social interactions. However, Pastor Zhao, who has spent over two decades ministering to young people in an eastern Chinese city, holds a different perspective: the church, family, and society have failed to foster a conducive environment.
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