Reverend Reichelt, a Norwegian missionary, began preaching in China in 1904 and developed a lasting interest in interfaith dialogue after visiting a Buddhist monastery. Returning to China in 1913, he taught at the Lutheran Theological Seminary and envisioned a Christian centre modeled after Buddhist monasteries. He established Ching Fong Shan in Nanjing as a hub for exchange with Buddhist and Taoist monks, resulting in several baptisms. In 1927, violence in Nanjing led to the destruction of Ching Fong Shan, prompting Reichelt and Thelle to relocate their base to Shanghai.
Hong Kong
By late 1929, Reverend Reichelt and Axel S. Hamre chose to relocate CMB from Shanghai to Hong Kong. After searching for a month, they found a peaceful mountain in Sha Tin, near monasteries and the Kowloon-Canton Railway for easy access to Mainland China. In 1930, they purchased the mountain for $3780 Mexican silver dollars, naming it Tao Fong Shan, symbolizing the spread of God’s Word and Spirit worldwide.
The pastor enlisted Danish architect Johannes Prip-Møller to design Tao Fong Shan with a Chinese-style atmosphere, aiming to make it welcoming for Chinese Buddhists and Taoists. Due to the mountain's isolation, over 100 workers built access roads. The Centre opened in 1931, and by 1938 included Pilgrim's Hall, dormitories, Christ Temple, Lotus Crypt, a religious studies building, and Conference Hall. Tao Fong Shan became a hub for Christian-Buddhist exchange, spiritual retreats, and a scenic spot for visitors.
After Reverend Reichelt retired to Norway in 1946, Stag Hannerz continued Tao Fong Shan's mission while Reverend Thelle launched new ministries, including Christian porcelain painting. This project, led by Mr. Xie Zhong Wu from 1947, supported former Buddhist monks through art. A converted bathroom studio produced traditional Chinese porcelain with biblical themes.
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Reverend Reichelt, a Norwegian missionary, began preaching in China in 1904 and developed a lasting interest in interfaith dialogue after visiting a Buddhist monastery. Returning to China in 1913, he taught at the Lutheran Theological Seminary and envisioned a Christian centre modeled after Buddhist monasteries. He established Ching Fong Shan in Nanjing as a hub for exchange with Buddhist and Taoist monks, resulting in several baptisms. In 1927, violence in Nanjing led to the destruction of Ching Fong Shan, prompting Reichelt and Thelle to relocate their base to Shanghai.
Hong Kong
By late 1929, Reverend Reichelt and Axel S. Hamre chose to relocate CMB from Shanghai to Hong Kong. After searching for a month, they found a peaceful mountain in Sha Tin, near monasteries and the Kowloon-Canton Railway for easy access to Mainland China. In 1930, they purchased the mountain for $3780 Mexican silver dollars, naming it Tao Fong Shan, symbolizing the spread of God’s Word and Spirit worldwide.
The pastor enlisted Danish architect Johannes Prip-Møller to design Tao Fong Shan with a Chinese-style atmosphere, aiming to make it welcoming for Chinese Buddhists and Taoists. Due to the mountain's isolation, over 100 workers built access roads. The Centre opened in 1931, and by 1938 included Pilgrim's Hall, dormitories, Christ Temple, Lotus Crypt, a religious studies building, and Conference Hall. Tao Fong Shan became a hub for Christian-Buddhist exchange, spiritual retreats, and a scenic spot for visitors.
After Reverend Reichelt retired to Norway in 1946, Stag Hannerz continued Tao Fong Shan's mission while Reverend Thelle launched new ministries, including Christian porcelain painting. This project, led by Mr. Xie Zhong Wu from 1947, supported former Buddhist monks through art. A converted bathroom studio produced traditional Chinese porcelain with biblical themes.
Source: Tao Fong Shan Christian Centre