At 98 years old, Shi Yuying’s hands are weathered, her back slightly bent, but her eyes shine brightly with faith. For over three decades, she has walked with Jesus through hardship, loneliness, and physical exhaustion. It was only last year when she received a new Bible that changed her life in ways she never expected. More than a religious book, it is a precious gift that gives her eyes light, her heart hope, and her soul strength.

From 27 to 31 March 2025, an 11-member delegation from United Bible Societies (UBS) visited Jiangsu province in China. It was an eye-opening and inspiring trip for the delegates as they witnessed God’s work among the churches in China. We give thanks to God for the warm hospitality of our hosts and praise God for moving the hearts of the delegates to persevere in supporting China’s churches in their Bible ministries.

Fan Xiaoyu, 55, is a devoted Christian who serves her church as a small group leader and mentor. For years, she had struggled with the weight of leadership in church, striving to guide others in their spiritual growth while grappling with the challenges of preparing discipleship lessons on her own. Then, everything changed, when she encountered "The Abundant Life" and "The Abundant Grace", discipleship training manuals provided by Jilin Christian Council and Committee of the Three-Self Patriotic Movement of the Protestant Church in China (CC/TSPM) with the support of United Bible Societies (UBS).

For over 30 years, Peng Jingqin carried the name of a believer, but her faith had long faded. She once attended Mass out of habit, enjoying the community but never truly seeking God. As work and daily life consumed her, church became an afterthought. She resented her struggles and often questioned why God felt distant. But all along, God had never taken His eyes off her. Through the Bible, she realised He had never abandoned her. Like a lost sheep who had heard the Shepherd’s voice, she found her way back to Him.