On June 23, 2026, Heilongjiang Theological Seminary held a graduation service and commencement for the Class of 2026 at its Ark Chapel. Faculty, students, pastors, and fellow workers gathered together to witness this solemn yet heartwarming occasion. Tiansheng Sacred Choir and all Sacred Music students sang “Rejoice and Praise the Lord’s Holy Name”.

Rev. Xue Shihai, Vice Chairperson of Heilongjiang TSPM and Vice President of the seminary, quoted Galatians 6:14 to deliver a sermon titled “Boasting Only in the Cross of Jesus Christ”. Rev. Xue encouraged the graduates to uphold the cross throughout their lives, serve faithfully, live our their faith in daily life, be the light and salt of the world, and glorify God and benefit others.

Rev. Lv Dezhi, Chairperson and President of Heilongjiang CC&TSPM and President of the seminary, conducted the liturgy of commissioning. All graduates stood on stage, responding with firm resolve and commitment to ministry.

Afterward, Rev. Han Qiujie, Chaplain of the seminary, offered a blessing for the graduates. The graduates then sang “The Living Sacrifice” in response, expressing their willingness to dedicate themselves wholeheartedly to the Lord, the church, and the community.

All faculty and students watched a commemorative graduation video, reviewing their years at the seminary. Later, Rev. Lv Dezhi presented books to all graduates, encouraging them to develop a habit of lifelong learning for ongoing growth.

Finally, Rev. Lv gave a benediction for all faculty and students. The ceremony concluded with a special presentation by the Tiansheng Sacred Choir and the Sacred Music class.

Translated and edited by Bei Yu