Professor May Ji-ji, Baptist Theologian, Dies at 76 After 40 Years of Service in Hong Kong, China

Dr. Jerry Moye, a professor at the Baptist Theological School of Hong Kong, passed away on March 22 at the age of 76. His 40-year career in theological education was marked by a deep commitment to the Baptist tradition and intercultural ministry. The school’s president, Cao Wai-sheng, shared a message on the institution’s website, noting that Moye was accompanied by his mother, daughter Laura, and son Nathan during his final days. The statement praised his life of service, emphasizing his letters, hopes, love, and the legacy he leaves behind.

Moye’s academic work was rooted in the theological teachings of the Southern Baptist Convention, focusing on the old testament, spirituality, and worship. His publications, translated into Chinese, include “Heaths of the Spirits: the immersion manual, the great worship (additional), the prayer tour: praying with 15 saints, and ‘Tracking: the place of spiritual motion.'” These works reflect his dedication to prayer, spiritual growth, and the worship practices central to Baptist theology.

In the realm of intercultural education, Moye viewed Hong Kong as a crossroads of Central and Western cultures, a strategic location for evangelical outreach. He believed that despite cultural differences, the gospel represents a universal need, and Christian faith is a gift to the world. Moye emphasized that missionaries should see humanity as a family, listen to the pain of every individual, and place their hope in Christ.

For the first 20 years of his teaching career at the Baptist Theological School of Hong Kong, Moye worked alongside Mei Chi Eun-yung, who has been instrumental in shaping the school’s theological education. Together, they focused on spiritualism and worship, providing spiritual resources to the church community.

Moye’s legacy will be honored through memorial services scheduled for April 14th at the Tsing Sha Beak Baptist Conference, April 16th at the Church of the West Australia Hall in Hong Kong, and a Sabbath service on April 15th at the Hong Kong Ceremonium. A cremation ceremony will follow. His life and work continue to inspire those who knew him, serving as a reminder of the call to serve others with humility and love.

Source: Read the original report (translated from Mandarin Chinese)