Christian
Three-Self Patriotic Movement (China state-registered church)
16/40· ModerateConfidence: Medium
Chinese state-registered Protestant body operating under state religious-affairs supervision. Substantial state oversight; mainstream Christian theology with restricted political engagement.
CLCI radar
Moderate / High-Demand
BITE breakdown
Behavior Control4/10
Information Control5/10
Thought Control4/10
Emotional Control3/10
Modifiers (+0)
0 — Chinese state-registered Protestant body; substantial state oversight; not internal cult-control.
Founded
1954
Members
Estimated 25–40 million
Active in
Asia
In context
TSPM is the state-recognised Protestant body in China, distinct from underground house churches. Operates under State Administration of Religious Affairs. Mainstream Christian theology with state oversight including pastor licensing and content restrictions.
Timeline
- 1954TSPM formally established
Sources
- David Aikman academic work
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