Autumn 2003
Lead Article
Cross-Cultural Partnerships in China Ministries
The Role of Due Diligence Research
The importance of due diligence in evaluating potential cross-cultural partners in China ministry.
Supporting Article
The Power of Partnership in Christian Professional Service
Five essential ingredients for effective partnerships.
Supporting Article
The Power of Prayer Partnership in Christian Professional Service
The value of intercessory prayer.
Supporting Article
A Cord of Four Strands
Churches Partner to Strengthen the Church in China
The story of churches partnering together to serve cross-culturally in China.
Supporting Article
The Formation of a New City-to-City Partnership
An Interview by ChinaSource
There is a growing trend for groups of churches in a city or region to partner together to develop a strategy for effective ministry. Recently a group of churches did just that and choose to focus their ministry efforts on one city in China. Here is an interview with a church leader who has been part of the process.
View From the Wall
If You’re Going to Partner in China…
Four keys to better understanding of Chinese culture.
Book Reviews
Understanding the Chinese Church
The Resurrection of the Chinese Church by Tony Lambert.
Reviewed by Joe Laird
Editorials
That They May Be One
The past decade has seen a significant shift among churches and organizations involved in China. Recognizing the enormity of the task and the need for interdependence among the various parts of the Body, many have moved (albeit cautiously) from working alone to dialogue with others, sharing information and resources, collaborating on specific projects and finally, […]