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Best Places in Asia to Celebrate the New Year 2017
There are different beliefs and traditions that people in Asia practice annually to celebrate the New Year 2017. From warding off evil spirits to praying solemnly on New Year’s Eve, experiencing various customs of the East could certainly be a good start for the entrance of 2017.
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Rose Parade 2017 News, Parade Route, Floats
The Rose Parade 2017 will be conducted on January 2 and will start at 8am. The parade follows the "never on a Sunday" tradition which makes the celebration of New Year this 2017 on Monday. The two hour parade will feature floral floats, marching bands, and equestrians. The Tournament of Roses can also be viewed live on several network stations like ABC and NBC.
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Truck Plows through Berlin Christmas Market, Kills 12 and Injures 48 in Another Terror Attack
Naved B, a Pakistani asylum-seeker, is being investigated prior to his involvement with the Berlin Christmas Market attack which killed 12 people and injured 48. In the evening of December 19, a truck plows the Christmas market near Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, which is one of the historical sites in Berlin.
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Christmas Card Ideas and Messages for Boyfriend and Girlfriend
Christmas is not just for family gatherings who celebrate the holiday opening gifts from their loved ones. It is also the season for couples to end their year by expressing their affection to each other. It is best conveyed through special Christmas cards that contain unique or witty messages for one's boyfriend and girlfriend. Whether it is customized or personalized, it is important to convey one's love especially this Christmas season.
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Top 10 Christmas Games to Play at Christmas Parties
Christmas parties conducted by companies or simply by a group of friends can be made more enjoyable through highly-engaging Christmas games. These Christmas games for adults are perfect to lighten up the mood of the party and keep the people entertained from start to finish.
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Olivet University appeals BPPE's license revocation, vows to protect students and faculty interests
Olivet University has officially initiated the appeal process following the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education's (BPPE) decision to revoke its license. The university says it is committed to safeguarding the interests of its students and faculty, who have been directly impacted by this decision.
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‘Wang Mingdao’s Diary’ reproduction highlights complexities of contemporary Chinese Christianity
On December 9, the China Graduate School of Theology (中国神学研究院) hosted a public lecture titled “A Courageous Witness in the Times—Launch of Wang Mingdao (王明道)’s Diary.” The lecture, themed “Faith Patterns in Beijing’s Christian Churches Through the Lens of Wang Mingdao’s Diary,” featured Dr. Ni Buxiao (倪步晓), Associate Director and Assistant Professor at the Christian Faith and Chinese Culture Research Center of Alliance Bible Seminary (建道神学院), as the keynote speaker.
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Floating library ‘Doulos Hope’ arrives in Taiwan; spreading love and hope from a former cruise ship
Doulos Hope, the international floating book fair ship, has returned to Taiwan and is now docked at Kaohsiung Port, open to the public from December 18, 2024, to January 12, 2025. Originally built in 1991 and renovated in 2022, the ship features over 2,000 books on various topics, including faith, science, and art. It is operated by a diverse crew of 140 volunteers from 25 countries, offering services such as education, healthcare, and community outreach. The ship's mission is to spread hope and
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Chinese Online School of Theology publishes annual ministry report: Expanding Chinese theological education through new strategies
In the 2023-2024 academic year, New York-based Chinese Online School of Theology (COST) has seen significant development in expanding its ministry in theological education and mission outreach. They have promoted a series of new events and projects to explore different strategies that expand theological education for Chinese ministers. The following are some highlights from the 2023-2024 annual report:
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Dr. Fenggang Yang: How foreign forces transformed traditional Chinese legal systems
In a recent lecture to Chinese Christians, scholar Dr. Fenggang Yang (杨凤岗) gave an in-depth analysis of the historical evolution and contemporary significance of the modern legal system in Chinese society. He explored the tensions and integrations between traditional law and modern rule of law, highlighting the distinctive characteristics of China’s traditional legal system and emphasizing the role of foreign influences in introducing modern legal practices into Chinese society.
