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CCD Monthly April 2025

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Greetings! We are China Christian Daily, the first comprehensive English Christian news website about the church in China. Thank you for your sincere love, prayers, and contributions to the Chinese church.

As the global church entered the season of Easter in April, churches across China journeyed through Holy Week and Easter with the living hope of the resurrection. From daily special services, foot-washing services, and candlelight vigils to dramatic performances and Easter Sunday celebrations, believers walked through Christ’s passion and resurrection with reverence and joy. Highlights include a free clinic in a Guangzhou church reflecting Christ’s compassion, a Bonhoeffer-inspired sermon in a northern house church, Taizé prayer in Wuxi Church, and immersive dramas that brought Scripture to life.

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Easter Celebrations

Free Clinic Highlights Easter Celebration at Guangzhou Church

On April 20, in celebration of Easter, Tianhe Church in Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, organized a free clinic offering charitable health consultations and basic medical check-up services for its congregation.

Bonhoeffer's 'Gentle Powers' Inspires Easter Sermon at Northern China Church

On Easter Sunday, an urban church gave a sermon titled "By Gentle Powers," highlighting the connection between "suffering and resurrection" through the testimonies of a church member and the German Protestant theologian Dietrich Bonhoeffer during World War II.

Embracing the Peace of Easter Vigil With Candlelight

On Easter Vigil, a one-of-a-kind candlelight service was held at a theological seminary in central China.

Churches Across China Mark Good Friday With Worship, Reflection, Plays

In China, it is a tradition for most registered churches to hold worship services on Good Friday each year to commemorate the Passion of Jesus.

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In the News

Professor Gives Lecture on AI Technology Empowering Church Ministries

A professor shared with approximately 70 pastors and colleagues in Guangzhou how to leverage AI to enhance church ministries.

Meeting Announces New Book on Sinicization of Christianity Will Be Written Soon

At a recent meeting, the initial draft outline of A Reader on the Sinicization of Christianity was presented.

Revised Rules on the Administration of Religious Activities for Foreigners in China Released, Effective May 1

China's National Religious Affairs Administration has recently issued an order announcing the newly revised "Rules for the Implementation of the Provisions on the Administration of Religious Activities of Aliens in the People's Republic of China," which will take effect on May 1, 2025.

Over 100 Pastors Ordained in Northern China

Two ordination ceremonies recently took place in Heilongjiang and Shandong Provinces, during which more than one hundred pastors were ordained.

Singapore Life Church Pastor Shares Insights on Church Breakthrough to Reach New Heights

Rev. Dr. Caleb Soo Lee Chong, associate minister and training pastor of Singapore Life Church, emphasized the importance of church breakthroughs, urging believers to move beyond rational faith and embrace tangible service, personal experience, and a Christ-centered mission in today's world.

'What Makes the Gospel Good News?’ David Doong Inspires Thousands at Global Chinese Alpha Conference

Rev. Dr. David Doong, general secretary of the Chinese Coordination Centre of World Evangelization, delivered an opening address titled “Why Is the Gospel Such Good News?” at the Global Chinese Alpha Conference 2025.

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Features

Building Bridges of Faith & Friendship: YMCA Bavaria's Journey With China

For over a decade, YMCA Bavaria, Germany has been fostering meaningful connections with its counterparts in China, strengthening ties through youth exchanges, cultural programs, and faith-based dialogues. Michael Götz, general secretary of YMCA Bavaria, recently shared insights on this enduring partnership and the organization’s recent visit to China.

37 Years Ago, Billy Graham Came to China for the First Time

On April 12, the official Facebook account of Billy Graham remembered 37 years ago when Billy Graham came to China, his wife Ruth's birthplace, for the first time. "The Grahams spent a wonderful two and a half weeks in China preaching in churches and schools, meeting with Chinese believers, and visiting Ruth's birthplace in Tsingkiangpu."

Interview With Deaf Ministry Leader: Strengthening the Roots Before Paving the Way

Wang Shengjun, an assistant pastor from a church in Anshan, Liaoning Province, has been involved in the deaf ministry since 2009. Recently, the Gospel Times spoke with Pastor Wang to gain insight into the spiritual lives of deaf Christians and to learn more about his current pastoral approach and reflections.

Q&A on Rules for the Implementation of the Provisions on the Administration of Religious Activities of Foreigners in China

An NRAA official addressed questions from journalists regarding the recently published revision of the "Rules for the Implementation of the Provisions on the Administration of Religious Activities of Foreigners in the People's Republic of China."

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