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.
build bridges of friendship & understanding
Book Circles
In Book Circle discussions, friends gather virtually to discuss history, Chinese culture, theology, philosophy, and the life of the Church in China. The dates for our upcoming discussions are September 21, October 19, and November 16.
Overviews of previous Book Circle discussions can be found on the USCCA Blog. Some examples include:
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Ecological Meditations with Zhuangzi, Merton, and Donald P. St. John
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Fr. Charbonnier and John Wu Jr. on the Frendship Between John C.H. Wu and Thomas Merton
In the Spring 2024 semester, the Book Circle discussed the relationship between John C.H. Wu and Thomas Merton—an illustrative encounter between a Catholic from the US and a Catholic from China—through the book Merton and the Tao: Dialogues with John Wu and the Ancient Sages.
In the Fall 2024 semester, we will learn about Thomas Merton's dialogues with Confucianism and Buddhism. Planned dates for upcoming Book Circle discussions are as follows:
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September 21, 2024 7 am PT / 8 am MT / 9 am CT / 10 am ET / 10 pm China Standard Time
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October 19, 2024 7 am PT / 8 am MT / 9 am CT / 10 am ET / 10 pm China Standard Time
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November 16, 2024 7 am PT / 8 am MT / 9 am CT / 10 am ET / 11 pm China Standard Time
The US-China Catholic Association welcomes your participation in the Book Circle. If you are interested in participating in a USCCA Book Circle discussion, we invite you to sign up for email updates. Please click here to sign up for updates about upcoming Book Circle sessions.
