Mandarin Congregations
By God's faithfulness and grace, the Mandarin ministry continued its steady growth under the Lord's guidance throughout 2025, experiencing abundant blessings in membership, ministry expansion, and spiritual maturity.
Average attendance at Mandarin congregation gatherings continued to grow steadily, average attendance increasing by about 14% compared to the previous year. The increase in children's attendance was particularly notable, reflecting the strong appeal of our children’s ministry to families and showing God’s work in drawing more young families to our church. We are grateful that new friends continue to join us in Sunday services and are gradually integrating into the church community.
In 2025, the Mandarin congregation joyfully welcomed 12 adults and 5 children/youth who were baptised in Christ’s name. Additionally, 3 youth received confirmation, publicly affirming their faith and commitment, which greatly encouraged the entire congregation.
To support growing attendance and new believers, we added an extra “Foundations of Faith” class in adult Sunday school. This helps newcomers systematically understand gospel truths and root themselves in God’s Word. Our three-stage Adult Sunday school program also continued equipping brothers and sisters at various levels. In 2025, two new family groups have been launched. Meanwhile, various fellowships and small groups are helping brothers and sisters grow together through Bible studies, prayer, and mutual support.
A key highlight was the joint Christmas caroling event with the Korean congregation outside Eastwood Mall. United in purpose, we proclaimed the gospel through song in a public space, attracting many passersby and building community connections. The feedback was overwhelmingly positive, and we look forward to continuing to bring the gospel to broader communities through similar efforts in the new year.
While thanking God for His blessings, we recognise ongoing challenges. We must disciple our growing number of new believers—helping them move from knowing the faith to living it out, and deepening their intimate relationship with God. Family ministry also needs attention, with more systematic teaching and pastoral care for marriages and parenting.
In the coming year, we aim to develop family-focused ministries and collaborate closely with the church's children's and youth ministry teams to help families live out the gospel in daily life and build Christ-centered households.
Looking ahead to the new year, our prayer is: May the Lord continue to guide the Mandarin ministries toward healthy growth and steady development. May He equip us in truth and love, raise up more faithful servants, and unite us to advance the gospel for Christ's glory.
All glory and praise be to the Triune God!