Blog Entries

The ChinaSource Blog is a platform where China-ministry practitioners and experienced China-watchers offer timely analysis and insight on current issues relating to the church in China. Drawing from a broad spectrum of theological backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences in China, the blog offers a balanced and broad perspective on the issues of the day. The views represented are entirely those of the contributors; inclusion in the ChinaSource Blog does not imply or equal an endorsement by ChinaSource.

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The Blessing—China

Wherever you are in this summer of pandemic, may the Lord make his face to shine upon you.

Joann Pittman ⋅ Aug 07, 2020

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Saving Face

In Chinese culture the concept of face is a very important part of social interaction and is specific to the group or family to which the person belongs.

Sheryl Takagi Silzer ⋅ Aug 05, 2020

Chinese Church Voices

Two Pastors Discuss the Impact of Media on the Church (1)

The coronavirus has pushed many churches in China to rethink and expand their online ministries. Here Franklin Wang, a pastor in Beijing, shares his thoughts on why Christians must use media in their ministry.

ChinaSource Team ⋅ Aug 04, 2020

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Unanswered Questions

We know the church in China has grown, but what has influenced individuals to place their trust in Christ?

Steve Z. ⋅ Aug 03, 2020

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Cultivating Chinese Missionaries Faithfully and Realistically

There is a Chinese saying 《十年树木，百年树人》 which means, “It takes ten years to grow a tree but a hundred to cultivate a person.”

Qiao Liang 巧良 ⋅ Jul 31, 2020

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One Virus, Two Cities

If the global pandemic has laid bare our shared vulnerability, then it has also highlighted our interdependence as global citizens.

Brent Fulton ⋅ Jul 29, 2020

Chinese Church Voices

Pray for Flood Victims in China

Millions have been affected by severe flooding in southern China. Let's pray with Christians in China that the floods subside and relief reaches those in need.

ChinaSource Team ⋅ Jul 28, 2020

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National Religion Surveys of China

What do two nationwide studies tell us about the growth of the church in China?

Steve Z. ⋅ Jul 27, 2020

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Xi’an!

How I spent my first Christmas holiday in China.

Joann Pittman ⋅ Jul 24, 2020

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Reciprocity—Goes Both Ways and Keeps on Going

Building relationships through sharing resources.

Sheryl Takagi Silzer ⋅ Jul 22, 2020