From February 18 to 19, Zhongnan Theological Seminary conducted the opening ceremony and the spiritual education for the 2025 spring semester, attended by all the students and faculty members.

The ceremony was hosted by Rev. Zhu Wei, associate general secretary of Hubei CC. Rev. Zhao Qiufen, vice president and director of Academic Affairs, exhorted the students to “remain steadfast in their faith in God, and dare to climb high; be knowledgeable and resourceful, fostering the spirit of innovation and a love for learning; be patriotic and serve with a fervent heart”. Rev. Zhao also reported the new semester’s academic arrangements. Rev. Li Li, associate general secretary of Hubei CC and vice president of the seminary then gave a sermon titled “The Renewal of Life”, urging all to adopt a fresh outlook and attitude to engage in their studies and daily life in the new semester.

The theme of this spiritual education was “Expand Your Potentials”. The two-day training program helped students recognize personal potential, laying a solid foundation for their service.

Translator & editor: Bei Feng