Blog Entries on Catholicism
Faith and Resilience
The Journey of Chinese Catholics Amid Modern Challenges
As someone who has been involved with China for over 60 years, I’ve witnessed the shifts in Sino-Catholic relations, from the closed society of the Mao era to the cautious engagements of today. This Quarterly issue is especially significant, addressing both longstanding and emerging challenges faced by Catholics in China amidst ongoing socio-political pressures.
Remaining Faithful amid Challenges: Catholics in China
An Overview
Above all, we hope you will see that Chinese Catholics live with a strong awareness of Our Lord Jesus’ presence with them amidst many challenges, that they live in hope in exceedingly challenging times, and they remain faithful to him in ways that can inspire us all.
A Summer Read to Enjoy Together
Join Joann Pittman for an online discussion of Beyond East and West by John C.H. Wu.
Catholicism in China
For those of us in the Protestant community who are engaged in serving the church in China, it is easy to focus on our corner of Christianity, however it may be defined, and completely miss the Catholic experience. This webinar helps broaden our understanding.
The Never Ending March
A Book Review
A detailed, yet thoughtful, discussion of the history and political circumstances of the Catholic Church in China.
China and the Vatican
After decades of a rift, things seem to be moving swiftly towards some type of agreement. But what is driving this, and why now?
The Catholic Experience in China
Notes from the US China Catholic Bureau Conference held August 11-13 in New York City.
“China Needs Priests”
When Father Ye Yaomin, a Catholic priest, returned to his parish in Foshan, Guangdong province in 1980 following years of persecution, his friends urged him to emigrate.
“China needs priests,” he replied.