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China banned Christmas activities and forced churches to halt services

Christians in China faced increased persecution throughout the Christmas season, with authorities shutting down many worship services and carolling events.

 

According to International Christian Concern (ICC), Shenzhen University in Guangdong sent out a notice to staff asking them to ban students from holding Christmas activities, posting Christmas flyers, or showing Christmas displays on campus.

Authorities across China also warned members of Christian churches not to try holding public gatherings to celebrate Christmas. The disciplinary arm of the CCP banned its members and government officials from celebrating Christmas, comparing the practice to “spiritual opium” for members of the atheist party.

China’s restrictions on Christmas come amid a broader crackdown on underground churches, Christians and church leaders.

Source: christianpost.com

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