You will recall how back in April we wrote about “The Generational Future of Missions, 2010-2120.” That was a rather long look at some scenarios for the future based around a theory of generational patterns (using The Fourth Turning generational scenarios). In this theory, generations come in patterns of four—Artist, Prophet, Nomad, Hero—and always in [...]

China and India both see the need for resources, manpower and energy, and both seem to see Africa as crucial to this future.  Indian Prime Minister Singh has offered a $5 billion credit line to African countries over the next three years to help them achieve development goals. The goal is to attract students from [...]

Reuters reports a Chinese-backed foundation and Nepal’s government plan to transform Buddha’s birthplace in south Nepal into a pilgrimage/tourist destination. One might be tempted to ask “why”? This seems to be part of China’s ongoing trend toward increasing control. By doing this, they “hope to bring together three schools of Buddhism.” The most important quotes: China [...]

Given our recent posts Scenarios on the short-term future of ministry in China Nightmare surveillance scenario for Chongqing Living as though you are watched–because you are you might be tempted to despair. But don’t be. Check out this USA Today article: The Americans living the American dream–in China: “A new breed of young Americans, China-savvy [...]

“It’s open season on lawyers in China today. To be sure, not on most of the almost 200,000 who foster economic development and international business, but on those unwise enough to become involved in human rights, criminal justice, and controversial public-interest cases.” via First, They Came for the Lawyers – By Jerome A. Cohen | Foreign [...]

micMAC Global Solutions provides culture and language acquisition training. They have also recently expanded into software outsourcing. They are based in Qingdao, China and have launched an internship program for people interested in learning Chinese and working in ESL training, marketing, finance or software development.  Find out more at:   http://www.micmacglobal.com   (And thanks to [...]

Could it happen by 2035, given current growth patterns?

Meghan Clyne, writing for NPR, has a good analysis up with regard to the Chinese Crackdown, in which she writes: The "thaw" in China’s treatment of Christians was nothing more than a savvy and sophisticated new twist on its longstanding assault on religious freedom. While scaling back on bloody crackdowns that stir international condemnation, China [...]

CBN has a new article up with analysis of the trend in urban churches – many unregistered. Worth looking at. A trusted friend of mine (the protected one) is one of the sources. “The rural church couldn’t have an impact on society as a whole – but the urban church can, because it’s made up [...]

1.4 billion people are waiting to hear the gospel in China. You can be part of reaching them. Equip and empower China focused missionaries for life and ministry by sponsoring them in their language and cultural studies. Your contribution will not only provide them with the tools they need, but will also support the work [...]