China

Where We Assist

China

At a Glance

  • Fastest growing church movement in history
  • Controlling government that closely monitors churches
  • Enormous need for trained leaders
  • Growing materialism and corruption
  • Unreached people groups: 441

China is going through a challenging season. Many young people are out of work and feel hopeless. Thousands of churches were closed during the pandemic, and most have not been permitted to reopen. In addition, new regulations targeting house churches have made it illegal for pastors to collect tithes. Christians are now meeting together in small groups, resulting in a huge need for trained leaders. Over the years, ministries assisted by Christian Aid Mission have been able to train thousands of pastors and Christian leaders in underground churches. They are heavily engaged in reaching minority ethnic groups unreached by the gospel and translating the Bible into their languages.

Ministry Highlight

Missionaries working among remote, ethnic minorities partnered with teachers at small, local schools to help raise awareness about the importance of education, as many children do not attend school, and provided school supplies to poor children. They also distributed food, blankets, and warm clothing to earthquake victims in the region. Their efforts yielded three small groups of believers who meet weekly.

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How You Can Make a Difference

Indigenous missionaries in China courageously persevere despite the challenges of new laws that penalize their work and increased surveillance to enforce such laws. They must operate with much wisdom and faith in God’s protection and provision. Your prayers and financial support encourage them, remind them that they are not alone, and strengthen their work so they can reach even more souls for Christ.

From the Mission Field in China

Strengthen Disciples’ Efforts in China
One of the ladies in a women’s Bible study was led to become “humble in the sight of the Lord” through the group’s study of the Gospel of Mark. Convicted of her impatience when listening to others share their hearts, she has learned to appreciate the value of studying Scripture and fellowshipping with women from different walks of life. “He is God for everyone,” she said. “Our small Bible-study community has become more like the ‘sweet fragrance of Christ.’” Workers need donations for such gospel and discipleship efforts throughout China. Pray for the security of workers and other Christians facing fiery trials.
Support Workers’ Outreach Efforts in China
Christian students invited their roommates and friends to a recent ministry-organized camping trip, and some who agreed to come only attended because of their interest in the event, not because they wanted to learn about Christ. But their fellowship with believers left them wanting to know more about the gospel, and ministry workers have realized the importance of discipleship following such events. “It made it easy for us to invite nonbelievers to come to our small group meetings or large group meetings,” the ministry leader said. Funds of $60 or $120 support native missionaries with outreach such as this. Pray for missionaries as they minister to young adults.
Engage With Non-Believers Through Underground Evangelism in China
In one native ministry’s small group, the pastor speaks in a near-whisper and the people must sing quietly to avoid detection by the authorities. But this fellowship time is invaluable for believers to deepen their relationship with God and each other. It also provides an opportunity to engage with non-believers who want to build friendships with others. One woman became friends with several members and was invited to cook and shop with them as their friendship grew. After a while, they invited her to the group. Now, she attends regularly and wants to know more about Jesus. Your donations support evangelism throughout the country. Pray for God’s protection over believers who must meet in secret.
Impact Families Through Bible Studies in China
A native ministry’s Bible studies have impacted the lives of believers who realize the importance of placing God first despite their many other responsibilities. One woman who was overwhelmed with taking care of her young child and her elderly relatives was grateful for the opportunity to study Scripture each week. “The weekly Bible study has helped me a lot and the most profound thing I learned about God is that He is so real and faithful that I have to trust and rely on Him alone.” Your donations of $60 or $120 support discipleship training opportunities such as this. Pray for believers as they grow in their relationship with the Lord.
Encourage Christian Workers as They Serve Others in China
A woman who desired nothing more than to share the gospel with her family and colleagues became so overwhelmed with uncertainty of how to go about doing so that she wanted to quit her job. She confessed her anxieties to the wife of a ministry leader who began to disciple her, encouraging her to first pray for those with whom she hoped to share Christ. “Miraculously, after I prayed for them, their attitudes toward me changed,” the woman said. “I knew how to share the gospel, not through words but through my deeds.” Donations of $60 or $120 support missionaries’ work. Pray the Lord will empower the faithful as they share His story.
Help Disciple Followers of Christ in China
Native missionaries lead a Bible study at a nursing home to enable the residents to fellowship and grow in their Christian faith. “Many elderly have been on a spiritual low since the Covid pandemic and needed God’s words to restore their spiritual health,” the ministry leader said. “Through studying and discussing Scripture, many were encouraged and inspired.” Ministry workers pray the Bible study will also be a witness to unbelievers of the joy that is found in the Lord despite the challenges they face, such as illness and neglect from their families. Donations of $60 or $120 support discipleship such as this. Pray believers’ lives will be a joy-filled testimony to the lost.