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.
Friendship Happy Hour
The Friendship Happy Hour is a round-table virtual conversation designed for mutual learning and fellowship within the USCCA community. It is not an academic lecture but a semi-structured conversation that allows specialists, clergy, religious, and laity to exchange their minds and hearts. We will discuss important topics in Chinese Catholicism and significant current events in the spirit of friendship and dialogue.
Our last Happy Hour:
Chinese Arts and Christian Spirituality
Our last Happy Hour took place on Thursday, Oct 29, 2026, at 7-8:30 pm ET.
Panelists:
Dr. Bede Benjamin Bidlack (Saint Anselm College)
Fr. Henri Capdeville (Episcopalian priest)
Ms. Terri McNichol (Ren Associates)
Past Happy Hours
"Digital Revolution and a Restless Heart: A Chinese Catholic Conversation on Pope Leo XIV's Encyclical"
Thursday, Aug 20, 2026, 8:00 pm-9:30 pm ET (Friday, Aug 21, 8:00 am-9:30 am, HK & Taipei)
Panelists:
Fr. Emanuele Angiola (Fu Jen Catholic University, Taipei)
Mr. Victor Lam (IT Professional, Hong Kong)
Fr. Joseph Ruan (Director of Chinese Apostolate, Archdiocese of NY)
Dr. Zeng Qi (Theologian, Independent Scholar)