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.
Friends across
the Pacific 2025
SOLIDARITY IN CHALLENGING TIME
Immerse yourself in China’s modern metropolises and ancient historical sites. Visit Beijing, Tianjin, Xi'an, Shanghai, and Hangzhou. Experience the Church Universal, one faith expressed in varied and unique ways – people young and old, from the East and from the West. What can we learn from one another? How can we support one another in the journey of faith?
This tour is specially designed for seminary rectors and representatives of Catholic organizations who want to better understand contemporary China, its faith communities, as well as prospects for future collaboration. All are welcome.
TOUR LEADER
Tour Leader will be announced January 2024.
WORKING ITINERARY
BEIJING
Visit ancient imperial sites and churches coexisting on land granted by emperors in centuries past; enjoy magnificently restored historic churches and a seminary visit.
TIANJIN
Because of its rich Catholic heritage, the Catholic Church plays an important role in education, social services, and the civic life of the community.
SHANGHAI
A cosmopolitan city and center of world finance, and yet, important center of Chinese urban Catholicism, including Fudan University and Sheshan pilgrimage site.
XI'AN
The site of the first imperial capital of China and the terminus of the fabled Silk Road; Nestorian Stele is home to St. Francis Cathedral (1715); a vibrant Catholic community.
HANGZHOU
Fabled as one of the most beautiful cities of imperial China, Hangzhou continues to enchant visitors with its West Lake, its parks, its temples, and its other famous cultural sites. Hangzhou is also home to a Catholic community going back to the days of the 16th century Jesuit missionary Matteo Ricci and the scholar officials whom he befriended.
