For Such a Time As This
Elder Muh-Chieh Yu
The first time I attended the triennial Chinese Mission Convention (CMC) sponsored by Ambassadors for Christ, Inc. (AFC) was in 1986. At that time AFC’s vision of joining efforts with Chinese churches in the US for the sake of God’s Kingdom deeply touched my heart.
For many years I had been very busy with my career and church services. I had very limited financial resources for going on mission trips regardless of limited vacation days. Not until Jan. 8th 1995 was I finally able go on my first short-term mission trip. To my surprise after the short 8-day intensive mission services, even I got very sick from the second day, but it marked an unforgettable mission experience and it kept my passion for missions unstoppable.
After a long time praying with my wife I finally filed early retirement in 2004 and fully committed to missions. An old Chinese saying: “Traveling ten thousand miles work the same as studying ten thousand books.” In the past few years I read many books and journals about missions. I also travelled tens of thousand miles to mission fields visiting missionaries from different countries. During these mission trips I wanted to understand more about what is at the center of the biblical teaching of missions; how would Chinese churches carry out the Great Commission and the best strategies for missions in the 21st century? Throughout history Chinese churches in China as well as overseas played different roles that made an impact in different areas. The more places I go, the more I see the need for Chinese churches join efforts to expand God’s Kingdom...Read More
“For Such a Time as This”
Today in history Christian Chinese have a unique opportunity to spread the gospel! China’s rise in economic and political influence has opened doors, and the global economic crisis has created enormous opportunities. As we see these events happening we consider God’s word from Esther “And who knows but that you have come to royal position for such a time as this?” (Esther 4:14b NIV) In our time, God has opened wide the door for Christian Chinese to participate in His Great Commission.
2010 Plenary Speakers
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Bible Expositor 
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Caleb Huang
Senior Pastor, Rutgers Community Christian Church
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Chairman and CEO of Oasis Development Enterprises
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John Ong
President, Malaysia Baptist Theological Seminary
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Dana Smith
Associate Pastor, Youth & Children, First Baptist Church, Reading, MA |
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Jamie Taylor
Director for Mobilization for OMF’s Chinese Ministries
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Founder and former International Director of Operation Mobilization
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Special Guest
Xiamin
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English Program Worship Leader
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Chinese Program
Worship Team
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What you can expect at CMC 2010
Bible exposition on missions, plenary messages, specialized mobilization tracks with workshops, discussions, testimonies, prayer groups, multi-media presentations, missions exhibits, Next Step follow up, personal counseling with speakers and missionaries, with plenty of opportunities for attendee interaction and networking.
Program
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Chinese
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English
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Now is the time to hear God’s call for the nations. Plenary sessions will be given by Caleb Huang, John Ong, Jamie Taylor, Albert Ting, Zhi Ming Yuan and George Verwer along with legendary Old Testament scholar, Walter Kaiser, who will lead us in Bible exposition.
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We are who we are by the grace of God. Find out how He has intended your unique assets for His glory! Compelling messages and interactive time with fellow attendees will open your eyes to the ways we can partner together for world missions.
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Youth
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Children
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Many of history’s world-changers answered the call of God as a teenager! Come find out what God is doing in the world, and how you can be part of that. During CMC 2010, you will learn and you will get to live it out!
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Two separate programs are provided:
1. Preschool - children who are not yet enrolled in kindergarten
2. Elementary - kindergarten through 5th grade. In both programs children will engage in God’s heart for the nations through a variety of dynamic interactive activities.
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Nursery
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Available for the youngest among us, nursery care will be provided in the morning and evening for children ages 3 and under.
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Workshops & Specialized Mobilization Tracks
You will be informed and inspired by interactive workshops with eye-opening information and transformational messages. Given by leaders in the mission-field, workshop topics will range from the broader aspects of missions to the specific with carefully designed Specialized Mobilization Tracks. We desire to engage in a discussion about God’s heart for mission and our proper response with a holistic approach including values, lifestyle and stewardship from individual and family perspectives. Designed by mission experts, the Specialized Mobilization Tracks will dig deeper into the current hot topics, opportunities for students, returnees, professionals and early-retirees allowing you to discover and explore your passion while networking with like-minded people. Specialized Mobilization Tracks include:
Campus
- Sharing & brainstorming new strategies for reaching Chinese-speaking college students, scholars and faculty
College
- For English-speaking college students looking to know the role they can play in world missions
China
- An overview of the dynamics shaping China today and practical avenues for involvement
Cross-Cultural
- Addressing the challenges and possibilities in blessing those from Hindu, Muslim and other religious backgrounds
Local Church & Missions
- To inspire church pastors and leaders to carry out the words of William Carey for missions in their churches: “Expect great things from God; attempt great things for God!”
Marketplace
- For Christian professionals called to the marketplace, or looking to do business as a mission