The Broken Dragon

The exciting story of missionaries, Robert and Dorothy Arthur, and the underground church in China today.

"The Broken Dragon" is a captivating account of the remarkable journey undertaken by global missionary couple Robert and Dorothy Arthur, and their exhilarating experiences with the underground church in China. Driven by their unwavering dedication to their Christian faith, Robert and Dorothy embark on a life-altering mission to spread the Gospel across the globe. Their path leads them to China, a land of hidden believers and a thriving underground church in the face of intense persecution. As the Arthurs immerse themselves in the local culture, they encounter a clandestine network of Chinese Christians who have devoted their lives to practicing their faith in secrecy. Together, they form a bond rooted in shared devotion and an unyielding commitment to spreading God's love in a hostile environment. Through the Arthurs' gripping narratives, readers witness their perilous endeavors to establish and support underground churches, risking their safety and defying oppressive government regulations. Their stories are woven with tales of intense surveillance, narrow escapes from authorities, and the deep sacrifices made by Chinese Christians to preserve their faith. "The Broken Dragon" not only explores the Arthurs' breathtaking adventures but also delves into the personal struggles they face along their arduous journey. They grapple with the emotional toll of living as Christians in a communist country, the challenges of building trust within a community under constant threat, and the profound impact of witnessing the resilience and unwavering faith of their Chinese counterparts. This captivating book serves as a testament to the indomitable spirit of the underground church in China and the enduring power of faith in the face of adversity. It is a compelling reminder of the power of God that unites believers around the world and an inspiration for all those seeking to live their faith with courage and conviction.

Robert and Dorothy Arthur were involved in Home Missions or Foreign Missions for forty-three years. They founded churches in Huntington, Indiana and Romeoville, Illinois. They served a short term in the Philippines after pastoring Romeoville. In 1984 they pastored a Home Missions church in Chandler, Texas before receiving an appointment to Hong Kong and China. In 1989 the Arthurs were commissioned to work full-time in China becoming the first U.P.C.I missionaries to receive this assignment in over forty years. The Arthurs then spent thirteen years under appointment as the first U.P.C.I missionary evangelists worldwide. In 2005, the Arthurs retired as U.P.C.I global missionaries and are currently serving as care pastors at Oak Park Pentecostals in Richmond, Indiana.