Articles on Partnering
Supporting Article
The Expectations of the Chinese Church
China’s churches desire partnerships with overseas entities. However, as the church has become increasingly urban, the nature of those partnerships must change in response to the changes occurring in society and thus, in the church. Overseas organizations must understand these changes and consider carefully how they can best partner with the church in China.
Lead Article
Perceptions and Priorities of Christian Leaders in China
A recent survey of Christian leaders in China and representatives of churches and organizations outside China that work with these leaders provides insight into the health of China’s churches and their ministry priorities. It also looks at their involvement in society and mission outreach. In addition, participants were surveyed regarding restrictions they had experienced due to religious policy.
Resource Corner
A Journey of Opportunity
Following God’s Direction in China
An Infographic
An infographic for understanding the needs and perspectives of the 1,200 Chinese church leaders voiced in the 2016 survey of the China Gospel Research Alliance.
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
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.
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, […]
Supporting Article
Serving the Church in China
Five Lessons for Effective Partnership
Gleaning lessons for working well with the Chinese church gleaned from the experiences of others.