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CHINA: CHRISTMAS CELEBRATIONS IN BEIJING:
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Most Chinese people may not know what Christmas is all about, but celebrations are still going on in the world's last major communist power.
Thousands of Beijing residents packed official government-sanctioned churches for Christmas Eve masses.
But one group of independent Chinese Christians criticised the growing international holiday, and preferred to celebrate the day in their own way.
The unusual sound of Christian music could be heard across Beijing on Christmas Eve.
The scene, of course, had its Chinese touches.
Beijing's main Catholic church was packed as midnight approached.
These churches are government sanctioned and controlled.
China strictly limits religious expression to these approved outlets.
But the interest which brought these people here couldn't be manufactured.
China has 10 (m) million Protestants and four (m) million Catholics worshipping in officially sanctioned churches.
But Beijing does not recognise the Pope, and regularly cracks down on underground churches loyal to the Vatican.
About 6-thousand people packed Chinese language masses throughout Wednesday evening.
But church workers said only about one-third were believers.
All over the Chinese capital, Christmas has become a time to make money.
On Christmas Day, it's business as usual across China.
Most financial markets, Chinese-owned businesses and schools were open.
State media made no mention of Christmas, but decorations adorned department stores, restaurants and hotels.
Chinese shopkeepers were slashing prices in the hope of bringing Christmas cheer to a flagging retail sector.
Crowds at Christmas masses have been increasing in recent years, but church officials say most of those attending are just curious.
But there's more than curiosity bringing worshippers to Alan Yuan's home, hidden deep inside a Beijing alleyway.
A Christmas Day meeting at the Christian minister's home drew a larger crowd than usual.
Such underground churches are often closed by Chinese officials, but this one has been allowed to continue.
85-year-old Yuan was trained by Christian missionaries in Shanghai in the 1930's.
He went on to preach until he was jailed in 1958 for refusing to cooperate with Chinese religious authorities.
Yuan was released in 1979 and has continued his preaching - largely undisturbed - ever since.
The Christianity preached here is not for the faint-hearted.
Yuan interprets the Bible strictly, and sees nothing but sin in the usual way of celebrating Christmas.
SOUNDBITE: (Mandarin)
In the world, especially in Europe and America, people get two days holiday for Christmas and they celebrate it wildly, dancing, playing music and committing crimes. It is also the same situation in Hong Kong. So we think, in the two weeks around Christmas, many people in those countries do bad things, singing and dancing and committing crimes. During this period the crime rate rises in those countries.
SUPER CAPTION: Alan Yuan, Chinese Christian Minister
Yuan's worshippers come here to experience a freedom they can't find in official churches.
As Yuan's wife explained, they don't want to worship where the government has control.
They only follow one leader, she says.
SOUNDBITE: (Mandarin)
We think that Jesus is the true head of all churches. However, the head of those (official) churches is not Jesus but the official religious department and the Ministry of the United Front (Communist Party organisation), which must give permission for everything. We don't have to get their permission. Our head is Jesus and this is the difference.
SUPER CAPTION: Liang Huizhen, Alan Yuan's wife
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A Bible distribution in rural China
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This video shows rural Christians in China's Henan Province receiving Bibles. Many rural Christians are too poor to afford a Bible, so many of the villagers received their very first Bible during this distribution.
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Missionary Footage Captures Emotion of Chinese Christians Receiving Bibles for the First Time
A video of Christians in China opening their bibles for the first time. Do you respond the same way when you open yours?
The lady is saying: Thanks be to God, we need this book so much. When I see this book, I think of the brothers and sisters who have helped us and brought this to us with their blood and spirit. This is what our church needs so much right now.
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China closing Christian churches in Easter crackdown
Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt has said he is 'appalled' at the ongoing persecution of Christians.
One of the countries clamping down is China.
Churches continue to be closed, and Christians have been arrested because of their faith.
That is because the country is officially an atheist state, with freedom of religion guaranteed in the constitution.
Sky's Tom Cheshire explains.
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CHINA: BEIJING: CLINTON TO ATTEND CHRISTIAN WORSHIP CHURCH SERVICE
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U-S President Bill Clinton is to attend services on Sunday at a Beijing church, and the Chinese government is determined to display an open attitude towards Christian worship.
Urged on by American religious leaders, Clinton has promised to convey the message that China's Christians, Muslims and Tibetan Buddhists should all be allowed to worship free from government interference.
At Beijing's Chongwenmen Church, a place of worship officially recognised by the government, preparations are underway to greet the U-S president.
But what he won't see are thousands of unofficial places of worships, many of them in private homes, where the vast majority of China's Christians prefer to worship.
APTV visited both the official and unofficial side of China's Christian community to see if they feel persecuted by the communist leadership.
During the radical days of the Cultural Revolution, this type of religious ceremony would have been unheard of in communist China.
From the mid-1960s to the late 1970s scores of churches and places of worship across the country were closed -- many even destroyed.
Beijing's Chongwenmen church, where President Clinton will attend a service on Sunday, was allowed to reopen in 1982.
Then about 700 people gathered for the reopening service, compared with the 2-thousand-500 who now pack the church each week.
Still, China's largest Protestant church remains a humble sanctuary.
No steeple marks the squat grey building, reached by walking down narrow lanes barely wide enough for a car.
The service is held in the Chinese language, Mandarin.
But when U-S President Clinton makes his visit here, he, like other foreign visitors can listen through a simultaneous English translation service.
Clinton has pledged to press Beijing authorities to show greater religious tolerance.
But many Beijing residents say religious persecution is becoming a thing of the past, and Chinese are flocking to churches around the country in droves.
SOUNDBITE: (English)
I think the ministers in the (United) States would be jumping for joy if they had turnouts like this. It's amazing, it seems to me that in the churches -- there aren't a lot of them -- but they all seem to be filled to overflowing.
SUPER CAPTION: Vox-pop, American man, member of congregation
Each week at the Chongwenmen service, overflow crowds spill onto the grounds outside the church, or watch a television feed of the service in the cramped basement.
With 14 (m) million worshippers, China's faithful say Christianity is experiencing a mass revival.
SOUNDBITE: (Mandarin)
Especially young students and older intellectuals -- they've noticed that Christianity plays an important role in Western culture. So they are interested in Christianity and want to know exactly what it is. Of course, we acknowledge that Christianity has its own power. That's the decisive factor.
SUPER CAPTION: Reverend Wu Wei, Pastor of the Beijing Chongwenmen Church
Worshippers say part of the attraction of Christianity is the music and hymns which accompany the services.
But whatever their reasons for joining the church, Chinese worshippers are quick to point out that Christianity is not restricted by borders.
SOUNDBITE: (Mandarin)
Jesus doesn't belong only to the West. Jesus' innate gifts created the whole universe. We are all, and this includes Clinton, Christian brothers and sisters.
SUPER CAPTION: Vox-pop, old Chinese woman
The poor along with the new, more affluent middle-class gather side by side at Chongwenmen and other Christian sanctuaries.
Some say that gives the impression that religion is completely free in China.
SOUNDBITE: (English)
SOUNDBITE: (Mandarin)
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Made in China: the amazing story of the Bible in China
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The Bible is, unofficially, the best-selling book in China. Each year, millions of Bibles are printed in the heart of China and distributed to Christians across the country. Bible Societies across the world have helped support this work. This film tells the story.
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Gangwashi seventh day Adventist Church in Beijing China
One Nation Under Xi? This is why Christian Persecution in China is Escalating
One Nation Under Xi? This is why Christian Persecution in China is Escalating
CHINA: BEIJING: BILL CLINTON ATTENDS PROTESTANT CHURCH SERVICE
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From the sanctuary of China's largest Protestant church, U-S President Bill Clinton preached a message of unity and freedom in a nation where Christian leaders have been jailed or harassed.
Clinton's attendance at the Chongwenmen church in Beijing on Sunday highlighted the quest for religious freedom in China.
He quoted from the Bible, saying God has made from one blood every nation to dwell on the surface of the earth, adding, I believe that is true.
U-S President Bill Clinton, his wife Hillary and his daughter Chelsea arrived at the Chongwenmen Church in Beijing on Sunday morning.
China's largest Protestant church - unmarked by any steeple - is tucked away at the back of a hotel car park, past a row of shanties.
Parishioners were hopeful Clinton's appearance at the government-sanctioned event would make a difference.
There was a brief disruption when a woman, unknown to the parishioners, walked up the aisle toward the president's pew.
Some members of the congregation tried to grab her but she shook them off, saying she wanted to see Clinton.
She was escorted to the back of the church and remained silent during the service.
During the service, the president was presented with a Bible written in Chinese and English, as well as a cassette of hymns.
In addressing the congregation, Clinton quoted from the Bible, saying God has made from one blood every nation to dwell on the surface of the earth, adding, I believe that is true.
He also talked about the growth of the Christian faith in China.
SOUNDBITE: (English)
We celebrate with you the growth of the practice of our faith in China, and we rejoice to hear Reverend Che recite the number of churches and other places of worship where people are practising their faith today.
SUPER CAPTION: Bill Clinton, U-S President
After the service, the woman was allowed to see Clinton.
She told him she was a charismatic Christian, thanked him for coming to China and said she hoped China's leaders would become Christians.
Human rights groups say dozens of Protestant and Catholic leaders are imprisoned or held in Chinese labour camps for refusing to bow to government control.
Clinton and Chinese President Jiang Zemin agreed to exchange visits of religious leaders to further understanding on spiritual matters.
After meeting Clinton, the Christian woman complained that there wasn't enough food in China.
SOUNDBITE: (Mandarin)
There are 25 provinces in China. There isn't enough food or water, and there isn't even enough wheat.
SUPER CAPTION: Christian woman who met Clinton
Meanwhile, U-S Secretary of State Madeleine Albright attended another Christian church service in Beijing.
Albright and First Lady Hillary Clinton will carry the call for religious freedom on Wednesday when they visit the Ohel Rachel Synagogue in Shanghai.
It was a haven for persecuted Jews during World War Two.
During the church service on Sunday, Albright talked about the improvement in religious freedom in China.
SOUNDBITE: (English)
In our day the rewards of faith are not always so immediate, but in recent years faith and commitment have done much to build up religious communities of all kinds in China and to win broad support for the right of all citizens to worship where and as they choose.
SUPER CAPTION: Madeleine Albright, U-S Secretary of State
One Beijing pastor said Albright would find a great deal of religious freedom in China.
SOUNDBITE: (Mandarin)
She (Albright) will see that religion in China is very free. There are eight churches in Beijing for Catholics and over 200 Christian churches in total. People who believe in Christianity are free to live Christian lives.
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Why China's growing number of Christians fear Xi Jinping's tightening grip on power | ITV News
Xi Jinping's tightening grip on power is becoming an increasing concern for China's 70 million Christians.
Roughly 5% of the population profess to be Christian, and this figure is predicted to grow to 247 million by 2030.
But President Xi, who has changed legislation to allow him to rule indefinitely, is leading a crackdown on religious freedoms.
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China - Chinese Pack Churches In Beijing
Hundreds of police were deployed in Beijing on Sunday (25/12) to
control the thousands of Chinese who packed the capital's churches
for midnight Christmas mass.
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0.27 int. church, tilt down to people in pews
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0.49 pull out from portrait of virgin mary to ls int. church
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Underground Churches in China(No missionaries & Bible)...Rare Video Clip (Subtitle @CC)
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After watching this video , i found that my spiritual life falls much lower than these great Christian believers.These Christians worship in truth and spirit, even though they don't have Bible and also against of all odds. Seems , God's Love & Joy , overflowing all over the Chinese towns, villages, paddy fields , farms & Cities in a powerful way. Look at their glowing faces , how beautiful is that proves their great conviction. Please pray for the Freedom of worship & salvation of China. Thank you- God Bless You
How China uses intimidation, negotiation to bring Christians under its control
It's the fastest-growing Christian movement in the world, but it's having to remain low-key and try to avoid a clampdown from government officials. China's constitution guarantees religious freedom, but since President Xi Jinping took office Beijing has tightened restrictions on churches it cannot control. Religion is seen as a challenge to the Communist Party's power, especially now that Christians likely outnumber the party's 82 million members.
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Chinese Catholics celebrate Christmas
(24 Dec 2009)
1. Wide exterior of Xuanwu Catholic Church surrounded by blue Christmas lights
2. Close-up of cross on top of church building
3. Mid of people entering church
4. Wide top shot interior of church
5. Priests walking towards altar
6. Mid of children singing
7. Mid of congregation singing
8. Wide of choir singing
9. Wide pan of crowds gathered outside the church
10. Mid of people outside the church
11. SOUNDBITE: (Mandarin) vox pop, Hu Xiaoshuo, Chinese Catholic:
I hope more and more people will join in with church activities and believe in religion, and also I hope the Catholic church will enjoy peace and unity in the coming year.
12. Pan of people singing inside the church
13. Close-up of woman bowing her head
14. Close-up of crucifix statue, racking focus to lighted candles
15. SOUNDBITE: (Mandarin) vox pop, Wang Dongyan, Beijing resident:
This is a traditional western festival and I learned through the internet and other channels that people in the west come to church to pray to God to bless their families, and I come here to pray for a greater progress in my career and life in the coming year.
16. People watching mass on large screen outside church
17. Wide tilt-up exterior of the church
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Thousands of people attended Catholic mass at a church in Beijing on Thursday to celebrate the eve of Christmas.
More than one thousand Chinese entered the Xuanwu Catholic Church in western Beijing to attend the mass while around another thousand watched it on big screens outside because of limited space inside the church.
The western Christian festival of Christmas is emerging as one of the most popular celebrations in China in recent years and many Chinese go to church to learn about the Christian religion.
One church-goer, Hu Xiaoshuo, said she hoped Christianity''s popularity would increase in China.
Some attended the service for the tradition of the festival, rather than for any religious reason.
Wang Dongyan, who said he had learnt about Christmas through the internet, was attending with a view to pray for a greater progress in (his) career and life in the coming year.
Official statistics shows today there are more than 16 (m) million Christians and over five thousand official churches in China.
However, this does not take into account the many Christians who worship outside the official churches, which are under the control of the state.
The Chinese government allows worship only at churches run by the Chinese Patriotic Catholic Association, but millions belong to underground churches loyal to the Vatican.
Although the Chinese state churches recognise the Pope as a spiritual leader, they appoint their own priests and bishops.
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Underground Chinese Church Goes Public - CBN.com
They face arrest, torture and death for their beliefs, but China's Christians are getting bolder about sharing their faith... The Christian Broadcasting Network CBN
Healing Miracles All Nations Church in Beijing China
Healing Miracles All Nations Church in Beijing China at ANIF 4th Annual Retreat hosted by Love Fest Global Daniel Black and a Alex Parkinson and others. 3 Days in the mountain of the Lord bringing in the ARC of His Glory.
CHINA: GUANGZHOU: CHRISTIANS CAUTIOUSLY CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS
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As China continues its economic reforms, Christians are cautiously celebrating Christmas in the growing number of legally registered churches in the country.
The southern province of Guangdong is leading the way, both in the religious celebration of Christmas and the material celebration, with a rising middle class looking for more reasons to party.
Communist China is celebrating Christmas with an enthusiasm reminiscent of any western nation.
In Guangzhou, the centre of the southern special economic zone, it's time to spend some hard earned money.
The spirit, if not the fact of capitalism, is alive and well in Guangzhou and the residents have added Christmas to the long list of Chinese festivals to be celebrated.
Christmas cards proliferate, parents buy their children presents and Santa Claus has flown in for the occasion to distribute gifts and a little festive joy.
There are fewer signs every year of the communist political system and the symbols of a Christian celebration dominate the city streets.
Major hotels and shopping centres have launched into the festive spirit with glittering baubles and decorations picking out their buildings against the night sky.
There's even some traditional carolling, Chinese style.
NATSOT - CHRISTMAS CAROLS
For many, Christmas is not a religious occasion, it's simply an excuse for a good time, made possible by the constantly rising standard of living in the province.
SOUNDBITE: (Mandarin)
I know the meaning of christmas - the birth of christ (cutaway) we're young people and whether it is chinese of western tradition we like to celebrate festivals
SUPER CAPTION: Hilary Lin
For others it's a time of religious expression.
This Roman Catholic Cathedral is 126 years old, somehow surviving the cultural revolution among others in China.
It's locked now but it is a legally registered church and the priest, who wouldn't be interviewed, expects up to three thousand people to attend services on Christmas day.
There are other unregistered house churches in Guangzhou which also operate with increasing freedom.
For the most part though, Christmas in China is a chance to celebrate good fortune and in the rural areas, this means making money out of the wealthy city folks.
SOUNDBITE: (Cantonese)
I try to increase my production around this time of year so more people can buy flowers and everyone can have a happier christmas
SUPERCAPTION: Yuan Chun Ming, Rose Farmer
In Guangzhou where Mr Yuan sells his roses, the residents continue their Christmas preparations even though Christmas day is not a public holiday in Communist China.
But at least now they can celebrate.
Two years ago the central authorities in Beijing would not have allowed the words Merry Christmas to appear anywhere in China.
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Bible Week, Beijing. Feb 16-20, 2018
Beijing International Christian Fellowship at Zhong Guan Cun organized the Bible Week during Chinese New Year celebration on
February 16-20, 2018. The topics were: 1. The Christ-Centered Bible, 2. The Covenant-Structured Scriptures, 3. The Gospel-Grounded Christian, and 4. Applying a Christ-Centered and Gospel-
Grounded Approach to Various Texts on the Scriptures.