Scholarly Panels
Contributions from academics drawing on the method and resources of their respective disciplines.
Panels / topics proposed to date:
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Sino-Vatican Relations in Historical Perspective
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Sociological Perspectives on Christianity
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The Sinicisation of Religion in China Today
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Environmental Issues and the Faith Communities of China
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suggestions for panels and topics
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suggestions concerning speakers (including yourself)
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submission of brief abstracts
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other suggestions or feedback
Note: Panel organizers (only) will have conference registration fees waived in appreciation for their service to the gathering.
Presentations and
workshops
Discussion forums and practical advice from people involved in the life of the Church in China and in the Chinese diaspora.
Practical workshops and presentations requested to date:
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Faith and the Current Generation
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Social Services: Making a Contribution in China Society
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The American University Context
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Relations among Christians and China
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Paths to Discipleship
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Religion in the City
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suggestions for workshops or presentations
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suggestions concerning speakers (including yourself)
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other suggestions or feedback
Note: Presenters will have their conference registration fees waived in appreciation for their service to the gathering.
Who We Are
history & present
Founded in 1989 as the United States Catholic China Bureau through the collaborative efforts of Maryknoll, the Jesuits, other religious orders, and concerned US bishops, our organization was launched at a time when China's opening to the outside world set in motion a cavalcade of changes domestically as well as internationally. The USCCB (our initials at the time) worked to keep the American public, the American Catholic Church, and the American Catholic bishops informed of the needs and circumstances of the Church in China.
Building bridges of friendship and dialogue
Xi'an Stele, also known as the Nestorian Tablet, is a Tang Chinese Stele erected in 781 that documents 150 years of early Christianity in China. The cross in the USCCA logo is inspired by the cross etching on the stele.
Today the USCCA continues its work of building fraternal ties between the Catholic communities on both sides of the Pacific.
Our activities include:
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Hosting international conferences biannually on issues facing the Church in China
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Speaking at parishes across America through our Mission Appeal
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Supporting and building friendship with Chinese international students through the Chinese and American Friendship Ministry (CAAFM)
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Learning about China and the circumstances of the Church in China through Study Tours
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Sharing informative news on developments relative to the Church in the United States and in China
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Providing resources through our website and the USCCA Book Circle
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Collaborating with other organizations sharing similar missions in China
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Networking to learn from each other's efforts
Mission & Vision
our mission
Inspired by the Gospel, the mission of the US-China Catholic Association is to build bridges of friendship and dialogue between people of China and the United States by offering educational, service, and cultural programs in support of the Church and the larger society.
our vision
The vision of the US-China Catholic Association is to build friendship and cooperation between Catholics in China and in the United Sates for the flourishing of society.
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Contact Us
Mailing address
US-China Catholic Association
c/o Mr. John Dewan, USCCA Treasurer
1501 N. Oakley Blvd, #214
Chicago, IL 60622
Phone
+1 (510) 900-2015