Tag: Christian Education
Educating for the Kingdom
A Chinese Christian School’s Mission Abroad
A Christian educator from China transitioned from leading a house church in a major Chinese city to helping establish a Christian school and faith community in Southeast Asia.
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Maryknoll Convent School
Her Story, 1925 to the Present
Sister Rose Maryknoll Duchesne Debrecht (principal, 1965-1972) said, “[The] Convent School has created a priceless history. Each and every person, who has been a participant in the school’s life, is to be given a grateful pat on the back for contributions so steadfastly made...”
A Christian Approach to Education in China
Looking Back through the Archives
Take a trip through the archives and learn about education in China and how Christian families are making difficult decisions about how to follow God’s lead in schooling decisions for their children.
The School on the Move—A New Long March
Looking back now, the formation of the mobile school was not man-made but arranged. We only needed to follow the guidance resolutely. Although the "Long March" has just begun, "a single spark can start a prairie fire!"
Lighting the Future: A Candle in the Dark, Part 2
More Stories from Chinese Christian Families
Hearing the incredible stories from both the children and their parents, I feel I understand why the Chinese church is once again facing severe oppression… This implicit self-exodus happening in China seems to embody God’s mercy and unfailing love. Without this persecution and oppression, we would undoubtedly lose our children forever; under the communist schemes, our children would be brainwashed and become poorly educated rebels against the truth.
God’s Way Is Higher than Our Way
The Journey of a Christian Family in China's Educational System
Ours is just one story among millions in China facing similar challenges. Due to the rigorous demands of the college entrance exams and pervasive competitive pressures in education, many Christian families here opt to send their children to unregistered Christian schools… [Our son], however, is among the few who remain within the Chinese educational system, compelled more by financial necessity than choice.
Christian School Education in China
The suppression of Christian school education, combined with a law that restricts children under 18 from attending Sunday school, severely curtails the ability of the church to disciple its children. This is a strategic space to watch. May the church, and the education and discipleship of its youth, continue to grow. May God continue to open new doors.
Lighting the Future: A Candle in the Dark
Individual Life Stories from Chinese Christian Families
It brings me great joy to be a part of this journey with these families. Through their incredible stories, I can clearly envision a bright future for mission work in China, facilitated by these resilient children. Despite being pushed out of their home country momentarily, God is lighting up the darkness by providing education based on a biblical worldview.
Homeschooling in China
A Growing Movement
After prayer and careful consideration, some parents decide to send their children to local schools. Others decide to homeschool. Our family tries to emphasize that both options are great, and the decision is ultimately up to the parents and where they believe God is leading them.
Education for Chinese Christian Families—Another Way
Guardian visas for parents of young children studying abroad have opened another education opportunity for Christian families in China.