A newly ordained priest of the Diocese of Xi’an in Shaanxi Province, north-central China, has credited his parents’ support as a key factor in his journey toward the priesthood, saying their encouragement strengthened his response to God’s call.
The Catholic Diocese of Xinxiang, located in Henan Province, central China, celebrated a significant moment in its ecclesial life with the episcopal ordination of Bishop Li Jianlin on December 5, 2025, at Nammenli Catholic Church in Weihui City.
