Our History
In 1968, a small village in Shatin, Hong Kong, began the history of building a church that is after the Lord
We are a group of Christians who firmly believe in the Holy Bible and faithfully follow God with perseverance. We bear testimony to God earnestly and preach the gospel. Our global vision is to build the church in all nations in accordance with God’s will.
In 1986, we started to preach the gospel and build the church in London. After that, we expanded our ministry in Northampton, Birmingham and Birkenhead. From late 2020 onward, many Hong Kong brothers and sisters were pouring into different big and small UK cities. We are determined to bring Lord Jesus’ salvation to as many people as possible and gather many Christian immigrants to know God’s will in this generation. Together we strive to build the church that keeps God’s commandments and teachings.
Many of us come from and accepted the gospel through “The Church of God in Hong Kong” in where God plant us, and we take root, grow and produce fruit. We are determined to spread the name of the Lord Jesus Christ throughout the world.
The following is the history of “The Church of God in Hong Kong”
1964
Brother Yu called to God’s ministry
Brother Daniel Yu received God’s calling when he was drawing near to God. He was determined to leave his stable job as a nurse and preach His words.
God has commissioned him to glorify Him, revive the church, bring many to Christ, and take the path of suffering.
1968
We Began in Shatin
In 1968, the Lord revealed to Daniel His purpose, letting him see the preciousness of the church in God’s heart from creation to eternity. This vision he can never forget. Soon afterwards, he started the church after God’s heart in a small village in Shatin, Hong Kong. Thus a revival and restoration movement began!
1970
The Work in Jordan Valley
In 1970, Daniel and a group of brothers and sisters started the work in Jordan Valley, Kowloon. They had meetings on the rooftop of a residential building. In just nine months, they gathered 40 believers.
1971
The Work in Lam Tin
Then, the work in Lam Tin began with preaching the gospel to students in an elementary school. There they experienced tremendous joy of bringing many students to Christ.
Later on, Daniel was clear about the truth that sisters should be allowed to voice out in break-bread meetings. Consequently, he was not able to continue to serve in that elementary school. So, he had meetings in a wooden hut on a mountain in Lam Tin.
Modest was the resources, yet great was God’s presence, which attracted brothers and sisters to attend meetings consistently. The Lord continued to add numbers to the church.
1975
The Work in Tai Wo Hau (Revival Among Students)
After a prayer meeting under the wind and rain, the Lord led Daniel to start the work in Tsuen Wan, beginning a new stage for the church.
We rented an elementary school (situated on a rooftop) for meetings and preached to many children. In 1976, God opened an effective gospel door. Over 200 students accepted the Lord, and later on it spread to other campuses. Thus a revival was brought forth among high school students.
1977
The Work in Kwai Hing (Revival Among Factory Workers)
The Lord used the brothers who taught in an evening school to bring forth a revival among the factory workers. In two years, the number of believers increased from 20 to 200. They loved one another, desired to draw near to God, and were glad to diligently work for the church. Later, they set foot on different parts of the world to build the church in different countries.
1980
Practice of “One City One Church”
In 1980, we rented a meeting place in Kwai Fong and practiced the truth of “one city one church”. The prayer meetings were filled with God’s presence; the whole meeting place was often crowded with brothers and sisters who did not want to leave. Due to the great number of brothers and sisters, we had to arrange two sessions for Sunday meetings.
In the sports field nearby, many brothers and sisters gathered together in small groups to draw near to God. Many received the Lord and we experienced a great revival—300 were converted in two weeks. However, as revival came, so did the waves of slander.
1982
First Step to Overseas
Macau was the first city we set foot on as we began to preach to overseas countries. We were so poor that we could not even afford any proper accommodation. However, later on we were able to start an evening school and preach to the refugees from Vietnam. In 1983, we started preaching in China and Taiwan. In 1984, we began the work in Singapore, and we sent a team to serve in India. In 1985, we started churches in Sacramental, USA. In 1986 we started in London, England, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and Vancouver, Canada.
1983
Light and Love Home Established to Develop Charity Work
In 1983, we established Light and Love Home and Light and Love Senior Home, being zealous for the good work and committed to serve the community.
Light and Love Home
llhome.org.hk
1995
Going into the World
Prior to 1997, many brothers and sisters had emigrated to other countries, which in turn built many bases across the globe, quickening our footsteps in going into the world. We journeyed to Central America, South America and Africa. Brothers and sisters were willing to take up the commission. Although some were not able to speak the local languages, they migrated to the countries. Relocation of brothers and sisters set the foundation for this movement to be spread into the whole world.
1998
Messages Consolidated and Reorganized
In Vancouver, Daniel shared many important messages, all in appropriate order: Abba’s affection, the Lord’s love as our Beloved, our spirits to be set free, faith, mind, etc. After some organization, these became “the Complete Plan and Way of Our Spiritual Pursuit, Ministry and Life”. It helps us to grasp onto the most essential elements in life so that we can improve in various aspects and accomplish God’s purpose at the same time.
2004
Practicing “Sweet Daily Living”, the Path to Lasting Revival
All along, we had paid high regard to drawing near to God and walking with Him. However, in this year, we realized that we could improve in drawing near to Him: to enjoy Abba and the Lord from morning to night, to rejoice in God and live sweetly with Him.
“Sweet Daily Living” includes shouting for joy, singing and worshipping, praying, reading the Bible and meditating, etc. We integrated these practices in our daily schedule. With good design and arrangement, we were able to live out the truth, exercise faith and enjoy God’s love throughout the day. Thus our spirits stayed fresh and our mind protected, secured on high places.
2005
Organizing Teams to Revive Churches in Different Locations
For the very first time, brothers and sisters in Vancouver organised a team to visit Kathmandu, Nepal to assist local believers’ spirit and in the expansion of charity work. After this trip, every year Vancouver church has been organising teams to go into the world, teaching brothers and sisters to practice the truth, passing on the vision and reviving the churches.
2007
Global Coworkers Gathering
In our global coworkers gathering in Vancouver, Daniel shared the message of “Rebuild the Tabernacle of David that Has Fallen”, which let us see clearly the essence of the church that God desires: our relationship with God and the way to spiritual pursuit.
The messages of “David’s Tabernacle” helped us know how to come before God without fear, with singing and worship. Moreover, we understood that we must make arrangements and design for our spiritual pursuit. We deeply believed in the commission, and paid high regards to singing and worship daily. Our hearts were free to deeply experience God.
2008
Go For It Plan
The Lord gave us wisdom to spread His purpose by “Go For It Plan”: a plan that integrated music, charity work and the gospel to bring people back to God.
The Lord has already given us the complete gospel. Moreover, our hymns are also rich in precious truth and our charity work is continually expanding. We believe that the Lord will use this plan greatly to bless all the Christians in the world so that we can all understand better the love of Abba and the Lord.
2009
Messages on the Essence of Commission
It is so precious that the Lord has opened His heart to us through chapter 17 of the Gospel of John. It tells us the desire of Abba and the Lord, which is also the essence of the commission.
We clearly understood the Lord’s desire, we knew the kind of church He wanted, and we saw its glory in eternity. He made us know how to devote ourselves to Him, minister to Him, and live our daily life. Being of the same mind, we offered to Him what He had desired.
2010-2011
Passing on the Commission
The Old Testament of the Bible helps us know what kind of people God wants to take up His commission. Daniel’s messages on Abraham encouraged us. We learned that God treasured Abraham’s life and wanted him to understand clearly His purpose. Time and again, God appeared to him and bestowed on him the vision more and more clearly each time.
We had much assurance that God had commissioned us, and He would be responsible till the end. Although we encountered trials in the process of building the church, we were sure that we would accomplish His purpose.
2012
The First African Gathering
We held our first African Gathering in South Africa. Participating cities/ countries included South Africa, Botswana, Zambia, Madagascar, UK, Vancouver, USA, Australia and Hong Kong. With no bounds, brothers and sisters of different races and languages came together and lived out God’s family.
2013
First Asia-Pacific Region English Coworkers Gathering
We invited brothers and sisters from the Asia-Pacific region to join this gathering and shared with them the Lord’s purpose and commission. The Lord greatly blessed this gathering and brought us into a new stage in influencing the whole world!
2015
Sing Through the Land Music Centre was established
Sing Through the Land Music Centre was established in 2015. In September 2016, we became a tax exempt charity.
We organize various musical instrument classes and singing classes, and also perform in many concerts and charity events. Besides, we plan to set foot in Taiwan and more regions, hoping to spread God’s will and share His love throughout the world with poetry and music.
Sing Through the Land Music Centre
sttl.org
2016
The Music Volunteer Plan
In 2016, the Music Volunteer Plan took off in the student sector, holding 19 music sharing sessions in the summer vacation, with enthusiastic responses and over 1,000 attendees. The plan convened brothers and sisters talented in music, drama and backstage management from all districts to outreach to a large number of musicians through rehearsal and poetry sharing.
2013-2018
Realizing the power of consolidation
Realizing the power of consolidation, we decided to gather brothers and sister from various districts in East Kowloon, performing their duties. Together we determined to ignite the fire of revival. As the number of people attending the church increased, the original Ding An Street meeting place was no longer sufficient for us. The current meeting place in East Kowloon has grown from 20,000 square feet last year to 60,000 square feet. In the past five years, we have organized a variety of interest classes outreaching to not only primary school students but also their families.
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2016
Ocean Park Fun Day
On March 13, 2016, we held a big event – Ocean Park Fun Day, with over 6000 attendees.
Although there was a drizzle that day, it did not hinder the interest of brothers and sisters, and new friends. In the evening, We even “reserved a room” to watch the Ocean Theatre. Not only was it an unforgettable event, but it also set the stage for the upcoming Easter 3000 Week campaign.
2017
Miracle of Music
In 2017, we broke the record of “most people playing the Hawaiian guitar together” twice, setting a new Guinness World Record. On the day of the event, we also took the initiative to share the gospel. Coupled with the moving testimonies of brothers and sisters, many new friends decided to come to the Lord. At the same time, various districts have long-term contact with thousands of new friends by organizing ukulele classes, which has become a good strategy for attracting people.
Miracle of Music
2017
Eden Food Oasis was established
We return to the dietary principles of the Bible, promoting the concept of total health through selecting organic and healthy ingredients. We try our best to preserve the rich nutrition of the food. We prepare a small oasis for nearby office workers to take a break and enjoy healthy food while spreading God’s love and His will to them.
2018-Present
To Be Continued….
