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May 30, 2008

Christian Groups Offer Relief Aid in China

In the aftermath of a massive earthquake earlier this month, China has agreed to accept more than $23-million in aid offered from religious groups, from inside and outside the country, on the condition that the organizations not conduct missionary work, reports The Wall Street Journal.

Christian groups distributing aid to quake victims are taking delicate but differing approaches to reaching survivors through churches in China. China’s State Administration for Religious Affairs says foreigners engaged in religious activities in China must adhere to set rules, which include bans on religious brochures and proselytizing without permission.

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