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Living History: Bridging Cultures Through Documentary Storytelling in China–U.S. Encounters Since 1979

Originally from Germany, Christian Petersen-Clausen has lived in China for nearly 14 years. Together with his Chinese co-director Wu Yuxiao, he is producing the historical documentary series Living History: Stories from the Opening of China, which explores the shared experiences of Chinese and foreign citizens in the period following the opening of China to the West in 1979.

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.

WCA General Secretary Ezekiel Tan: Evangelicalism Needs a Clearer Introduction in China's Church

In June, during the Asia Conference on Church & Mission (ACCM) 2026, organized by the Asia Evangelical Alliance (AEA), WCA General Secretary the Rev. Ezekiel Tan spoke with China Christian Daily about WCA's vision, current priorities, and long-term plans. He also addressed several common misunderstandings of evangelical Christianity among churches in China, arguing that it needs to be explained more accurately and clearly.

Matan Zamir, New Consul General of Israel in Shanghai, on Jewish-Christian Ties and Building Bridges with China

Matan Zamir, Israel’s new consul general in Shanghai, arrived in the city in August for a four-year posting. A ninth-generation resident of Jerusalem’s Old City, he has spent much of his life and career engaging with people from different religious and cultural backgrounds.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.

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.
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WCA General Secretary Ezekiel Tan: Evangelicalism Needs a Clearer Introduction in China's Church

In June, during the Asia Conference on Church & Mission (ACCM) 2026, organized by the Asia Evangelical Alliance (AEA), WCA General Secretary the Rev. Ezekiel Tan spoke with China Christian Daily about WCA's vision, current priorities, and long-term plans. He also addressed several common misunderstandings of evangelical Christianity among churches in China, arguing that it needs to be explained more accurately and clearly.

The Countdown to 2030 Begins: Israel Prepares for the 2,000th Anniversary of the Baptism of Jesus

Minister of Foreign Affairs Gideon Sa'ar establishes a dedicated working group, headed by Ambassador George Deek, Israel's Special Envoy to the Christian World, to strengthen dialogue with churches and Christian leaders worldwide and lead Israel's preparations for the arrival of millions of Christian pilgrims.
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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.

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.
Culture

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.

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.
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Jerusalem Never Left China

Long before England became a Christian nation, long before many of Europe's great churches were built, the Gospel had already travelled east along the Silk Road and found a home in China.

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

Recently, the Chinese movie "Dear You" has been a big hit in theaters. What makes the film so moving is not simply its romance, family bonds, or nostalgic memories of a bygone era. What truly touches the audience is something increasingly rare in our time: "qingyi."
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The Conditions for Revival

What are the conditions for revival? Only two conditions: the first, love for Jesus and the word of God.

The Fool Says, 'There Is no God'

From David’s era to today, atheism has become more vocal, with some relying on science to deny God; yet this reflects a lack of understanding of divine wisdom and creation.