Being a preacher in a government-controlled Three-Self Church no longer means being free from persecution.
Disobeying the Party: Preaching Permits of 57 Three-Self Church Preachers Revoked
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House Church in Fujian Shut Down 8 Times
The Chinese government has been persecuting the House of Bethel church in Fuzhou city since its opening 13 years ago.
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Young Woman Tortured, Jailed for Being a Christian
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Church Leaders Under Tight Control: Must Ask to Travel
Even personal travel to visit relatives requires permission, and detailed itineraries must be submitted. Failure to comply can result in churches being closed.
Teachers 2019: Politics More Important Than Teaching
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