Korea's largest christian umbrella group urges responsible voting ahead of presidential election
The Christian Council of Korea (CCK), one of the country's largest Christian umbrella organizations, released an official statement on May 16 outlining its position on the upcoming 21st presidential election. The statement emphasized the importance of responsible voting, policy-focused campaigning, and clear stances on moral and social issues.
In China, Worshippers Pack Historic Church for Daybreak Service
At 5:15 a.m., before the first light of dawn had pierced the darkness, my friend and I bundled up in our coats and stepped into the brisk morning air. The city was still asleep, and the shops remained shuttered.
'Pray With Us': Chinese Christians Share How the Global Church Can Support Them
For decades, the global Christian community has faithfully prayed for the church in China, from concerns over religious freedom to hopes for mission breakthroughs. Yet while prayer points have been many, the voices are less often heard.
From Wenzhou to Osaka: A Chinese Evangelist Says, “I’m Tentmaking in Japan, Waiting for Revival”
The Gospel Herald interviewed Jiang Dao, a post-80s Chinese evangelist now living in Osaka, Japan, to learn why he left Wenzhou—often considered a “saturated” land of faith—and how he continues to pursue his missionary calling in a spiritually indifferent Japan.
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Churches Across China Mark Good Friday With Worship, Reflection, Plays
In China, it is a tradition for most registered churches to hold worship services on Good Friday each year to commemorate the Passion of Jesus.
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Taiwanese Pastor Hui Lan Wu encourages greater inclusion of women and young leaders in missions at COALA3.0
Taiwanese pastor Hui Lan Wu, a younger voice in global missions leadership, brought a fresh perspective to COALA3.0 this year. She encouraged greater inclusion of women, young people, and Chinese-speaking congregations in the future of global missions collaboration.
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Martyrs leader found dead in India, spark concern for christian safety
In a sobering development underscoring the risks faced by Christian leaders in hostile regions, the head of the India chapter of Voice of the Martyrs was found dead in his home last week.
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Korean church council urges restoration of representative democracy following presidential
The Communion of Churches in Korea (CCIK), led by President Rev. Kim Jong-hyuk, released an official statement on April 4 respecting the Constitutional Court’s decision to remove President Yoon Suk-yeol from office.
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Korean husband leaps over collapsing bridge to save his family, 'Thank God'
Last month, a South Korean man found himself in a life-or-death situation during a massive earthquake in Myanmar. In a dramatic moment, he leaped over a collapsing bridge to escape the disaster. In a later interview, he expressed deep gratitude, saying, "I thank God for saving me."
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Indian pastor found dead under mysterious circumstances after raising safety concerns; Government launches probe
A well-known pastor in India has been found dead under suspicious circumstances, just weeks after expressing concerns for his safety. His death has sparked widespread outrage, prompting authorities to launch an official investigation.
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South Korea’s tragic wildfire: Grave visitor’s mishap suspected as cause
What began as an ordinary visit to an ancestral grave has turned into one of South Korea’s most devastating wildfires in recent years. Authorities suspect that a visitor paying respects at a family burial site accidentally ignited dry grass, setting off a chain of events that led to widespread destruction.
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Massacres in Syria: Over 1,000 dead, including Christians and Alawites
Syria’s coastal regions have been devastated by a series of massacres, with reports indicating that over 1,000 people—many from Christian and Alawite communities—have been killed in brutal attacks. Entire families have been wiped out, and survivors are fleeing in search of safety as sectarian violence escalates.
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In South Korea, 7-Year-Old Elementary School Girl Fatally Stabbed... The Culprit is a 'Teacher'
On February 10, a tragic incident unfolded at an elementary school in Daegu, South Korea, where a 7-year-old girl was brutally stabbed multiple times by her teacher. The attack, which took place inside the school premises, has sent shockwaves across the nation.
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CCK calls on WEA 2025 GA host church to halt financial support and demands key leadership resignations
On January 17, the Christian Council of Korea (CCK) issued a statement raising concerns about the World Evangelical Alliance (WEA) conference scheduled for October in Seoul, South Korea. The CCK urged Sarang Church, the designated host of WEA 2025, to disclose its financial support for the event and called for the resignation of Rev. Samuel Chiang, WEA’s Deputy Secretary General and a key figure in the conference’s preparation.
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Korea President Yoon read the Bible While in Prison
A report came out that President Yoon Suk Yeol has been seeking solace by reading the Bible during his time in prison.
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North Korea Ranked as Worst Christian-Persecuting Nation for 23rd Time, "Death Penalty for Believers"
North Korea has once again been ranked as the world’s worst country for Christian persecution by the Open Doors Mission, maintaining the top spot for the third consecutive year. This marks the 23rd time the nation has claimed this position since the organization began publishing its Christian persecution report in 1993.
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Ministry Leader: Chinese Christians Need to Rethink Adoption, Churches Should Promote Adoption Culture
On September 5, 2024, China officially announced adjustments to its international adoption policy. Moving forward, except for foreign nationals adopting children who are direct relatives within three generations or stepchildren, the country will no longer send children abroad for adoption. According to statistics, since the Adoption Law legalized international adoptions in 1992, over 160,000 Chinese children have been adopted by foreign families.
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2.1M Korean Christians estimated at joint worship service to affirm family, oppose gay marriage, pray for nation
In the afternoon of Reformation Sunday, Oct. 27, some 2.1 million Christians gathered for a joint worship service from 2pm to 5pm in Seoul, Korea to “unite for repentance, revival, and restoration of holiness in our society.” According to organizers, an estimated 1.1 million joined onsite despite the bad weather with another 1 million joining online. The unprecedented joint worship service brought together Korean churches across denominations as they affirmed traditional marriage and family and