Scholarly Panels
Contributions from academics drawing on the method and resources of their respective disciplines.
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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
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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.
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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
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Note: Presenters will have their conference registration fees waived in appreciation for their service to the gathering.
In Memoriam
Most Rev. John S. Cummins
March 3, 1928–December 3, 2024
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John Stephen Cummins was Bishop Emeritus of the Diocese of Oakland and Episcopal Emeritus Director of the USCCA. Throughout his distinguished career, he has worked for ecumenism and social justice in the spirit of Vatican II. Click here to read more about Bishop Cummins.
Fr. Larry Lewis, MM
January 16, 1947–November 28, 2024
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Fr. Larry Lewis built bridges of friendship between the United States and China as a Maryknoll missioner, theology professor, and author. He coordinated the Chinese Seminary Teachers and Formators Project for twenty years, from 1993 to 2013. Click here to read more about Fr. Lewis.
Bishop Wu Junwei of Yuncheng
June 27, 1963–May 10, 2022
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Bishop Peter Wu Junwei of Yuncheng, a diocese in Shanxi, was ordained in 1990. He served as parish priest in Shagou, as rector of the Shanxi Major Seminary, and as ordinary bishop in the local diocese of Yuncheng. Click here to read more about Bishop Wu.
Fr. Drew Christiansen, SJ, Ph.D.
February 20, 1945–April 6, 2022
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Fr. Drew Christiansen was Distinguished Professor of Ethics and Human Development in Georgetown’s School of Foreign Service, Senior Fellow at the Berkley Center for Religion, Peace, and World Affairs, and a USCCA Director Emeritus. He advocated for peace, human rights, and Catholic social teaching. Click here to read more about Fr. Christiansen.
Sr. Catherine McNamee
May 9, 1930–August 30, 2020
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Sr. Catherine McNamee was a prominent leader in Catholic education, serving for a decade as President of the National Catholic Educational Association and engaging in dialogue with world leaders on issues of education. Sr. McNamee also served on the USCCA Board of Directors. Click here to read more about Sr. McNamee.
Sr. Janet Carroll, MM
July 23, 1933–May 28, 2019
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A Maryknoll Sister of 66 years with a Ph.D. in Humane Letters from Siena College, Sr. Janet Carroll made her First Profession of Vows on March 7, 1955 at the Maryknoll Sisters Motherhouse, Maryknoll, NY and her Final Profession of Vows on March 7, 1961 in Taiwan. St. Carroll was deeply invested in the life of the Church in China and Taiwan. Click here to read more about Sr. Carroll.