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
in Contemporary China -
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Please consult the answers below for some of the most frequently asked questions we receive about the conference. If your question is not answered here or on the other conference pages, you may reach out to Interim Chief Administrative Officer, Gerald Doyle, at director@uscatholicchina.org.
Who is invited to the conference? Do I have to be affiliated with the USCCA?
This conference will provide opportunities for learning and discussion about (a) theology and faith formation in the Chinese context, (b) clergy and church life in China, and (c) social services in China by both religious and lay people in both rural and urban communities. If you are interested in any of these topics, you are welcome to register as an attendee! You do not have to be affiliated with the USCCA to attend the conference.
How much does the conference cost?
Please see the Registration and Logistics page and the registration form for details on the costs associated with various parts of the conference.
May I bring friends to the conference?
We encourage you to invite your friends to register as conference attendees. Conference access, on-campus housing, and conference food are reserved for registered conference attendees with the requisite conference badges.
May I bring friends to the walking tour?
Due to limited space, we give priority to participants who are registered for the conference. If there is space, you may be allowed to bring one guest who is not a registered conference participant for the cost of $40.
May I reserve a shared room on campus with a specified roommate?
If your requested roommate is registered for the conference, we will make an effort to accommodate special housing arrangements, but please note that such arrangements are not guaranteed. You are also welcome to make your own room arrangements at an off-campus location such as those listed on DePaul University's list of nearby hotels.
Which of DePaul University's two campuses will be the site of the conference?
The conference will be held at DePaul University's Lincoln Park campus.
I'm a student enrolled in school, but I don't have a .edu email address. How do I get the student discount?
If you do not have a .edu email address, then the registration form will not recognize you as a student eligible for the student discount. If this is the case, please contact Gerald Doyle at director@uscatholicchina.org to explain your academic program.