Tag: Catholicism in China
The Tricolor Religious Market and the Growth of Christianity
The Great Awakening in China (3)
A sociological approach to the religious landscape in China is helpful in understanding the growth of Christianity in recent years.
Public Lecture: “The Rise of China and What It Means for the Church”
Attend the latest lecture in the series Exploring Christianity and Culture in China: Today and Yesterday, presented by the US-China Catholic Association, the China Academic Consortium, and ChinaSource.
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.
Book Reviews
Understanding World Christianity: China
A Book Review
Part of the World Christianity Series being produced by Fortress Press, this 2019 publication provides both a panoramic view and thoughtful analysis of many key issues in Chinese Christianity today.
A Cathedral in Shanghai
St. Ignatius Cathedral in Shanghai is one of the oldest and most historic Catholic buildings in China.
Supporting Article
Chinese Bible Translation by the Catholic Church
History, Development, and Reception
Translation of scripture portions by Catholics began over 700 years ago; however, it was not until 1968 that the entire Bible in Chinese in one volume was published. The author follows this process across the centuries.
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.
Is Confucianism a Religion or an Ethical System?
The Debate Goes On
In the 17th and 18th centuries there was a dispute between Jesuit and Dominican missionaries in China about whether or not Chinese converts should be allowed to continue practicing traditional rites and ceremonies that were rooted in Confucianism, such as ancestor worship. The Jesuits said they should be allowed; the Dominicans said no.