Examine the life and witness of Chinese churches in China and around the world, including congregational life, leadership, church-state relations, and the challenges of change.
ChinaSource asked for responses to Tom Jenning's article "A Holistic Perspective on Transforming Nations." The following, by Huo Shui, is the second of two responses that were given. Mike Barbalas responded in "Responses, Part 1."
From the editor's desk.
The shaping of Christian leaders in modern China.
Henan: The Galilee of China (Volume 2 of the "Fire & Blood" series) by Paul Hattaway
Reviewed by Tony Lambert
A look at the urban church today (2009).
There are key areas that agencies need to consider for their involvement in China to be effective and lasting.
The editor's perspective...
Stewards in the Kingdom: A Theology of Life in All Its Fullness by R. Scott Rodin.
Reviewed by Kerry Schottelkorb
Christians need to be good stewards of their identity and their time. They also need to value "being" over "doing."
The Chinese church practiced stewardship of its God-given gifts and abilities in reaching out to those who suffered in the 2008 Sichuan earthquake.
Editor's Note: This editorial originally appeared in "Partnering Towards Indigenization" (CS Quarterly, 2009 Spring).
The church in China is experiencing change in strategy as well as a change in position. It is preparing to engage the world.