Emeritus Director Father Rob Carbonneau, C.P., Ph.D. proclaimed the mission of the USCCA at St. Vianney Parish, 140-10 34th Ave, Flushing, Queens, New York on August 17-18, 2024. This is part of the Mission Cooperative Plan, whereby archdioceses and dioceses across the United States welcome USCCA representatives to preach, reflect, and educate those faithful in the pews.
St. John Vianney is staffed by members of the Little Brothers of St. John the Baptist (CSJB). Famed missionary to China Father Vincent Lebbe (1877-1940) founded the CSJB in 1928. Lebbe is well-known as the advocate who championed the voice and representation of Chinese Catholics in early 20th century China.
As a historian, Father Rob found this Mission Appeal inspirational. The photo above shows him with Father Victor Cao, CSJB. Father Rob shared his message that the USCCA and the Little Brothers of St. John the Baptist proclaim the same message. Both see themselves as bridge builders who nurture the witness of faith expressed by the 10 million Chinese Catholics in China as well as those here in the United States.
The Mission Cooperative Plan provides the opportunity to visit parishes and seek financial and spiritual support for USCCA programs. One such program is the Friendship Ministry, which enables Chinese students in selected Catholic universities to meet, socialize, and support each other.
We invite you to learn how you can support or contribute financially to this Friendship Ministry. The USCCA also welcomes dedicated priests and laity who might be willing to be our Mission Cooperative Plan representatives in selected U.S. dioceses. Contact: director@uscatholicchina.org
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