Presbyterian World Mission work in Hong Kong was for many years part of the denomination’s mission in China. After most foreign missionaries left China in 1949, Presbyterian World Mission continued to work in Hong Kong through mission co-workers and in cooperation with church partners. We have a mission co-worker serving in Hong Kong today.
One of World Mission’s partners is the Hong Kong Christian Council, which is composed of mainline churches and Christian organizations. Among its founding members is Hong Kong Council of the Church of Christ in China, which has historically been a partner of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). Besides programs in church unity and ecumenical relations, the Hong Kong Council of the Church has been involved in establishing shelters for domestic workers from Indonesia and South Asia and in developing environmental study materials for use in churches and schools.
Churches in Hong Kong are united in serving the people and the society. Among their initiatives have been outreach to the marginalized. Special emphasis has been given to ministry to families newly arrived from mainland China for family reunions. Relations with churches in mainland China are strong, with many cooperative program and mutual visits.