Shanghai Christian Church Moore Memorial Church is a historic Protestant church on Hankou Road in Huangpu, near Nanjing Road and People’s Park. American missionaries founded it in 1887; the present building was designed by architect Laszlo Hudec in 1931. Its neo-Gothic exterior stands among the surrounding city buildings, and Chinese-language services take place on several days, including Sunday. Access can be restricted, so check service times if you hope to enter, and be prepared for a video or talk before going inside.
A church founded in 1887
American missionaries founded the church in 1887. It closed for a decade during the Cultural Revolution, when the building was converted into a cinema. The church reopened as a place of worship after that period.
The building and its setting
The present church was designed by Laszlo Hudec in 1931. Its neo-Gothic form sits among Shanghai’s taller buildings, near People’s Park and Nanjing Road. The church is at 766 Hankou Road in Huangpu.
Chinese-language services
Services are held in Chinese on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The listed times are 7pm from Wednesday to Friday, with an additional Thursday service at 1pm. Sunday services are at 7:30am, 10am, 2pm and 7pm. Check the schedule before travelling, as access outside services can be limited.
FAQ
Where is Moore Memorial Church?
It is at 766 Hankou Road in Huangpu, near Nanjing Road and People’s Park.
When are Chinese-language services?
Services are listed for Wednesday to Friday at 7pm, Thursday also at 1pm, and Sunday at 7:30am, 10am, 2pm and 7pm.
Can visitors enter the church?
Access may be restricted. Visitors may be asked to watch a video and listen to a talk before entering.
