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'Speaking to the Heart': Dr. Wendi Lord on Bringing The Chosen to the World Through Translation Under AI Assistance

For millions of viewers around the world, The Chosen serves as a new way to encounter the story of Jesus in their own language. In an exclusive interview with China Christian Daily, Dr. Wendi Lord shared how translators, theologians, pastors, and emerging technologies are working together to bring The Chosen to audiences in their "heart languages."

Bringing the 'Disciples Into the Pews': An Interview With Come and See Foundation's Chief Growth Officer on Global Impact of The Chosen

The global phenomenon of the American biblical TV drama The Chosen has shattered records and transformed how audiences worldwide engage with the Gospel narrative. Mark McKane, chief growth officer of the Come and See Foundation, which supports the translation and distribution of the the epic seven-season series, shared the ministry’s ambitious vision, its groundbreaking translation model, and the upcoming final seasons of the show in an exclusive interview with China Christian Daily.

ACCM 2026 Concludes With Call for Asian Church Leaders to Move From Definition to Direction in Disciple-Making

The Asia Conference on Church and Mission 2026 closed with a renewed call for evangelical leaders in Asia to move disciple-making from conference language into concrete practice, as speakers reflected on biblical models of discipleship and urged participants to return home with a clear direction for action.

WCA General Secretary Ezekiel Tan Joins Asian Evangelical Leaders in Disciple-Making Call

Rev. Ezekiel Tan, general secretary of the World Chinese Christianity Alliance (WCA), joined evangelical leaders from across Asia at the Asia Conference on Church and Mission 2026, where he led a closing prayer during a session calling churches to recover disciple-making as the central task of Christian mission on June 10.

A Missionary's Dream, a Grandson's Questions: Reconstructing a Danish Medical Missionary's Life in China

“Today, on my birthday, I performed eight operations.” This single sentence from a 1910s diary captures Dr. Laurits K. Larsen’s exhausting life in Manchuria, defined by three adversaries: plague, typhoid, and "paganism." Published by his grandson Prami Larsen, this gripping history chronicles a Western doctor’s journey from trying to convert a "dangerous" land to learning a profound lesson in cultural humility.

'If a Church Is Not Discipling, It Will Die': Asia Evangelical Alliance Chairman on Asia's Next Chapter

At the Asia Conference on Church and Mission (ACCM) 2026, Rev. Godfrey Yogarajah, chairman of the Asia Evangelical Alliance and chair of the World Evangelical Alliance International Council, described the Asian church as standing at a hopeful but sobering moment.

WEA Secretary General Botrus Mansour: Chinese Christians Have a Major Place at the Table

Mansour said in the exclusive interview that although he has not yet visited China, he hopes WEA can continue to build relationship and trust with Christians in China. He also reflected on the role of Chinese Christians in the global evangelical family and the significance of the WCA within the WEA network.

Rev. Kiran Kumar Pariyar Elected President of National Churches Fellowship of Nepal

Delegates attending the 66th General Assembly of the National Churches Fellowship of Nepal (NCF Nepal) have elected Rev. Kiran Kumar Pariyar as the organization's new President, ushering in a new three-year leadership term for Nepal's oldest national evangelical church fellowship.

Understanding Church in China

The Three-Self Principles: Origin and Its Chinese Version

Theological Education Sunday in Chinese Churches

ACCM 2026 Concludes With Call for Asian Church Leaders to Move From Definition to Direction in Disciple-Making

Bringing the 'Disciples Into the Pews': An Interview With Come and See Foundation's Chief Growth Officer on Global Impact of The Chosen

WEA Secretary General Botrus Mansour: Chinese Christians Have a Major Place at the Table

'Speaking to the Heart': Dr. Wendi Lord on Bringing The Chosen to the World Through Translation Under AI Assistance

'If a Church Is Not Discipling, It Will Die': Asia Evangelical Alliance Chairman on Asia's Next Chapter

A Missionary's Dream, a Grandson's Questions: Reconstructing a Danish Medical Missionary's Life in China

At the Religions for Peace Council, WEA leader Urges Dialogue, Trust, and Gospel-Driven Human Dignity

Asia Conference on Church and Mission 2026 Opens in the Philippines, Calling Asian Churches Back to Disciple-Making

Faith, Rebuilding, and Local Leadership in Yanjing: The Story of 'Mr. Lu'

In the borderlands of Tibet and the rest of China, a small Catholic community has endured wars and rapid social change. In a largely Tibetan Buddhist region, the Chinese Catholics in the town called Yanjing have inspired admiration and hope for their resilience and steadfastness.

Interview: Why Some Protestants Turn to Catholicism or Orthodoxy—and What Protestantism Can Learn

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INTERVIEW

From Lambeth Palace to Ridley Hall: A Conversation With Dr. Isabelle Hamley on Leadership, Justice, Next Generation

From serving as a probation officer to becoming the Chaplain to the Archbishop of Canterbury from 2017 to 2020, and now leading as the principal of Ridley Hall in Cambridge, Rev. Prebendary Dr. Isabelle Hamley reflected on the changing face of the Church of England, the "costly" work of reconciliation, and her vision for the next generation of Christian leaders.

TESTIMONIES

From Desolation to Revival: A Theology Graduate’s Journey in a Struggling Rural Church

This story follows a female minister who, fresh out of seminary over 10 years ago, chose to serve a rural church characterized by the "three-lack": lack of money, coworkers, and proper building. It details from how she faced internal strife, division, and the brink of closure to how she led the congregation towards stability, growth and revival.

VOICE

A Season of Fire and Aftermath: Chinese Pastor’s Reflections on Extreme Charismatic Phenomena in China

In Pastor Chen’s view, the Charismatic movement gained rapid traction in the Chinese mainland—especially in rural areas—because it offered emotional immediacy, experiential spirituality, and a highly energized communal atmosphere. It broke through the rigid, formulaic patterns that characterized many traditional gatherings at the time.

FOCUS

A Digital Missionary's Three-Year Journey: From Skepticism to AI Training

A "digital missionary" who has long been creating Christian content was initially highly skeptical of artificial intelligence (AI). However, an experience using AI to create images changed his opinion of it, and he began to reconsider its potential. Gradually, he started applying AI in church ministry and was later invited to share practical AI applications in different cities.

ACADEMICS

Interview: Dr. Gina Zurlo Reflects on Women in World Christianity and Measuring China’s Church

Women make up the majority of Christians worldwide, yet they remain underrepresented in leadership and theological voice. In an exclusive interview with China Christian Daily, Dr. Gina Zurlo discusses gender gaps, the complexity of measuring Christianity in China, and the uncertainties facing the church today.

INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGES

Israel Marks 78th Independence Day in Shanghai, Highlighting China-Israel Friendship and Innovation

On the evening of June 1, the Consulate of Israel in Shanghai held its annual Independence Day reception to celebrate the 78th anniversary of the State of Israel. Guests from various sectors gathered in Shanghai to commemorate the occasion and reflect on the growing ties between China and Israel.

ISSUES

Mother of Israeli Hostage Shares Story of Faith and Hope at Christian Media Summit

Ditsa Or, the mother of Avinatan Or, who was kidnapped by Hamas on October 7, 2023, delivered a speech at the seventh Christian Media Summit in Jerusalem. Addressing an audience of Christian journalists and media professionals, she shared her personal story of loss, resilience, and unwavering faith in God.

CHARITY

Guangdong Union Church Hosts Free Clinic in Grassroots Community

From November 14 to 15, Union Church in Guangdong mobilized a team of 27 medical professionals and pastors to hold a free medical clinic in Fengwan Town, Qujiang District, Shaoguan City, Guangdong Province.

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Six Years in a Gulag for Collecting Yiddish Songs that Documented the Holocaust

Yiddish Glory’s tour in Asia will start in Seoul on May 6 and play in Beijing, Shanghai, and Hong Kong till May 15.

Dr. Goodacre Argues John Is the Fourth Synoptic Gospel

Since the middle of the twentieth century, the majority view has been that John’s Gospel was independent of the Synoptics, but this view has recently been challenged, and there is now momentum for suggesting that the author did, after all, know the Synoptic Gospels, said Professor Mark Goodacre of Duke University.

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary to Hold Second East Asian Christianity Conference

Prof. Ross Lectures on Current Trends in World Christianity

Overseas Chinese Theologian, Educator Rev. Dr. Joseph Tong Dies at 85

New Book on Danish Medical Missionaries to China to Be Published

A Brief Look at the Church of Norway

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Experience Israel's National Parks - Land of the Bible - S08 E09

Photos: Christmas Celebrated Across Southern China

The photo collection showcases churches across southern China that observed Christmas and Christmas Eve through worship services, sacred music, testimonies, and thanksgiving gatherings during the Christmas season of 2025.

Photos: Churches in Northern China Celebrate Christmas

The photo collection showcases churches across northern China that marked Christmas and Christmas Eve with worship services, choir performances, sacred dramas, and congregational praise during the Christmas season of 2025.

Church & Ministries

'Speaking to the Heart': Dr. Wendi Lord on Bringing The Chosen to the World Through Translation Under AI Assistance

Bringing the 'Disciples Into the Pews': An Interview With Come and See Foundation's Chief Growth Officer on Global Impact of The Chosen

The Bible for Tomorrow: A Global Commitment to Future Christian Generations

This is the Declaration for Future Christian Generations from the United Bible Societies Global Fellowship on the occasion of its 80th anniversary.

United Bible Societies Marks 80th Anniversary With Global Declaration for Future Christian Generations

On the occasion of its 80th anniversary, United Bible Societies has unveiled “The Bible for Tomorrow: A Global Commitment to Future Christian Generations,” a landmark declaration reaffirming its mission to make the Bible accessible to all and nurture faith among future generations.

World

Rev. Kiran Kumar Pariyar Elected President of National Churches Fellowship of Nepal

WCC General Secretary Urges Protection of Human Dignity Amid Surge of AI

At the Religions for Peace Council, WEA leader Urges Dialogue, Trust, and Gospel-Driven Human Dignity

At the Religions for Peace 2026 International Council Meeting, the Secretary General of the World Evangelical Alliance (WEA) urged faith communities to treat peacebuilding and human dignity not as optional moral ideals, but as a direct response to God’s call and the example of Christ.

'If a Church Is Not Discipling, It Will Die': Asia Evangelical Alliance Chairman on Asia's Next Chapter

China

Israel Marks 78th Independence Day in Shanghai, Highlighting China-Israel Friendship and Innovation

Faith, Rebuilding, and Local Leadership in Yanjing: The Story of 'Mr. Lu'

Lecture Explores How Dead Sea Scrolls Reshape Ancient Judaism, Early Christian Studies

On April 3, Cai Xueqian, a doctoral candidate at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, discussed how the discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls has reshaped the study of ancient Judaism and early Christianity by revealing a fluid and diverse scriptural landscape that challenges traditional understandings of the Bible.

Prof. Ross Lectures on Current Trends in World Christianity

Prof. Kenneth R. Ross argued that the dramatic demographic shift of Christianity to the Global South has created an "urgent ecumenical imperative" for the Christian faith to rediscover its unity amid mounting global crises.

Culture

A Missionary's Dream, a Grandson's Questions: Reconstructing a Danish Medical Missionary's Life in China

Six Years in a Gulag for Collecting Yiddish Songs that Documented the Holocaust

Mary Looks With Prayerful Adoration At God-Recognized in the Child, the Great Spiritual Turning Point of European History of Painting

The goal of our current walk through art history is to use the exalted, adoring, spiritually inspired brushstrokes of artists of yesteryear to make our own festive feelings even more complete: let us also recognize personally and do what Mary did, for she recognized the great moment of her life.

New Book Reignites Faith This Holiday Season

As the year draws to a close and the holiday season invites reflection, many Americans find themselves wrestling with profound questions about meaning, faith, and the future. Surveys show that fewer people now identify with organized religion than in previous generations—yet at the same time, curiosity about God, spirituality, and transcendence is quietly rising, especially among younger seekers searching for coherence in an anxious and uncertain world.

Opinion

Where Can We Find True Loyalty and Honor? Reflections on the Cross Inspired by Chinese Blockbuster 'Dear You'

Lessons From Audience Positioning of the Four Gospels: Reconstructing the Dimensions of Contextualized Narrative in Postmodern Pastoral Care

Faithful Until the End: Celebrating the Legacy of Benjamin Faircloth

Pastor Benjamin Lee Faircloth (1968–2026) was an American pastor and mission leader who served for many years as senior pastor of Ignited Church in Lavonia, Georgia, United States, and founded World Outreach Ministries International (WOMI), a ministry engaged in evangelistic outreach and humanitarian assistance.