The Chinese government requires government approval and control of any church that wants to worship. Churches that won’t submit to control can often meet privately if they stay small and do not attract attention. Even a few government approved and regulated churches are now facing closure.

One church that has resisted government control and has become large has faced increasing government opposition.  Their building was taken away.  They have bought a new one but are not allowed to take possession.  They have tried to meet outdoors, but are met with massive amounts of police to arrest them.

Please pray for our brothers and sisters in China.  Following is a statement from the church about their commitment to continue to worship in spite of hundreds of arrests:

http://www.chinaaid.org/2011/04/bulletin-on-shouwang-church-outdoor.html#more 

First Baptist Church of Perryville is located at 4800 W. Pulaski Hwy., Perryville, MD across from the Principio Health Center.