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New Book Explores S. Wells Williams' Role in Sino-U.S. Diplomacy Through Translation

The Chinese University of Hong Kong Press has recently published Dr. Shuai Siyang's new book, Between Politics and Gospel: S. Wells Williams' Translation Activities in Sino–U.S. Diplomacy (1857–1876). The work examines the life of S. Wells Williams (1812–1884), a 19th-century missionary, sinologist, and diplomat in China, highlighting how he balanced missionary work with diplomatic responsibilities and how his translation practice bridged religious and national interests.

Holiday Pause: How Christians Spent National Day Resting and Reconnecting

The National Day holiday brought a pause to the daily routine. The community parking lot was largely empty, and the usual groups of grandparents and babies had vanished as many families traveled or returned home. The break offered Elena a rare chance to step away from the ordinary order of life—to pause, adjust, and reestablish balance.

New Book Explores S. Wells Williams' Role in Sino-U.S. Diplomacy Through Translation

The Chinese University of Hong Kong Press has recently published Dr. Shuai Siyang's new book, Between Politics and Gospel: S. Wells Williams' Translation Activities in Sino–U.S. Diplomacy (1857–1876). The work examines the life of S. Wells Williams (1812–1884), a 19th-century missionary, sinologist, and diplomat in China, highlighting how he balanced missionary work with diplomatic responsibilities and how his translation practice bridged religious and national interests.

The Legend of Faith and Sport: Family Memories of Eric Liddell

On the occasion of the "Eric Liddell and Weifang" exhibition, China Christian Daily interviewed Eric Liddell’s niece, Sue Caton, who shared her involvement with the Eric Liddell Community, reflected on her uncle’s legacy, and offered family memories of him.

Hanukkah: A Flame That Refuses to Be Extinguished

Hanukkah is the story of defiance. It is the story of a people who refused to disappear, a light that refused to go out, and a truth that refused to be silenced. It is the story of the Jewish people—and it is the story of our time.