The USCCA is happy to announce two upcoming events in August 2026. 1) Thursday, Aug 20, 8-9:30 pm ET--Happy Hour panel discussion on Zoom: "The Digital Revolution and a Restless Heart: A Chinese Catholic Conversation on Pope Leo XIV's Encyclical." We will have four panelists gathered for a round-table discussion: Fr. Emanuele Angiola (Fu Jen Catholic University, Taipei), Mr. Victor Lam (IT Professional, Hong Kong), Fr. Joseph Ruan (Director of Chinese Apostolate, Archdiocese

1936 painting by Wang Suda 王肅達 (1910-1963), Housed in the Société des Auxiliaires des Missions Collection – Whitworth University The multiplication of bread is a miracle that turns human limitations into abundance and blessing. Even today, human beings can participate in God's miraculous actions by offering up our small acts of kindness: "A word of consolation, patient listening, sincere service, generous assistance, and a decision to forgive can all become five loaves and tw

At the end of each month, the USCCA compiles a brief list of interesting news articles about Chinese Catholicism. Here is an aggregate of links for July 2026. Sheshan Basilica near Shanghai (image by lobia, obtained from Wikipedia under CC BY 2.0 license) “Under the Agreement with China, Leo XIV Appoints a New Bishop,” Zenit: The World Seen from Rome, July 23, 2026: “Papal Envoy Urges Asian Bishops to Build Bridges,” Union of Catholic Asian News, July 22, 2026: “In Beijing, W

The Hidden Pearl (AI-generated image) In the Sunday Gospel, Jesus tells three parables about the Kingdom of Heaven, reminding us of our hearts' true desire and our true destiny beyond the challenges and distractions of this life. Below, we invite you to read the latest bilingual Sunday Scripture reflection from Fr. Joseph Ruan, included in Chinese and then in English: Scripture Reflection in Chinese 常年期第十七主日（甲年） 今天的福音记载了耶稣连续讲述三个比喻：地里的宝藏、贵重的珍珠和撒网捕鱼（玛13:44-52）。三个比喻都围绕着同一个主题——天国

by Fr. Xavier, SJ Dear You—A Heartfelt Portrayal of Family, Migration, and Love 給阿嬤的情書Dear You (literally translated Love Letters to My Grandmother) emerged as a remarkable dark horse in China’s 2026 film market. It opened with 3.77 million RMB in box office receipts and held the top spot for five consecutive weeks, resonating strongly across Malaysia, Singapore, and other markets, where it set new records for Chinese-language cinema. Directed by Lan Hongchun(藍鴻春), this Teoc

AI-generated image This Sunday's Gospel, July 19, 2026, presents three parables about the Kingdom of Heaven: wheat and weeds, the mustard seed, and the yeast. Fr. Joseph reminds us that both wheat and weeds exist simultaneously in our hearts. How, then, shall we prepare for the final harvest? Read more in Fr. Joseph's latest bilingual Scripture reflection, included below in Chinese and then in English: Scripture Reflection in Chinese 常年期第十六主日　甲年 今天是常年期第十六主日。耶稣在福音中讲了三个有关天国的比

Image courtesy of Holy Transfiguration Monastery, Brookline, MA The feast day of St. Augustine Zhao Rong (d. 1815) and Companions, also known as the Martyr Saints of China, was celebrated by the whole Church this Thursday, July 9th, 2026. Fr. Joseph Ruan connects the spirit of these martyrs with the finest values of Chinese civilization and the challenge of the Gospel for our time. We invite you to read Fr. Ruan's reflection below, included in Chinese and then in English: Scr

Parable of the Sower, by unknown author, published by The Religious Tract Society of Hankow (and Shanghai), 1929, Yale Divinity Library God is the sower of good seeds, but our hearts are the field that must respond to the sowing. We invite you to read Fr. Joseph Ruan's latest Bilingual Sunday Scripture Reflection below, included in Chinese and then in English: Scripture Reflection in Chinese 常年期第十五主日（甲年） 今天是常年期第十五主日。今天的福音记载了耶稣所讲的「撒种的比喻」（玛13:1-23）。这是四部福音中最广为人知的比喻之一。许多教友一听到这段福音

Icon depicting Christ's entry into Jerusalem (ca. 14th century, St. Catherine's Monastery of Mount Sinai) In this week's bilingual Scripture reflection, Fr. Joseph Ruan invites us to consider how Jesus promises rest for those who are weary and burdened. Fr. Ruan's reflection is below, in Chinese and then in English: Scripture Reflection in Chinese: 常年期第十四主日（甲年） 今天的福音，是《玛窦福音》中最温暖、最安慰人心的一段经文。耶稣向所有劳苦、疲惫、背负重担的人发出邀请：「凡劳苦和负重担的人，你们都到我跟前来，我要使你们安息。」（玛11:28）两千年来，这句话不断安慰着无数人的心灵。无论是在战争中、

Icon depicting Peter and Paul In this week's bilingual Scripture reflection, Fr. Joseph Ruan invites us to consider the exemplary faithfulness and perseverance of Saints Peter and Paul. Fr. Ruan's reflection is below, in Chinese and then in English: Scripture Reflection in Chinese: 圣伯多禄及圣保禄宗徒节 今天普世教会隆重庆祝圣伯多禄及圣保禄两位宗徒。他们一位是渔夫，一位是法利塞人；一位跟随耶稣三年，一位曾迫害教会；一位受派牧养羊群，一位奉命向万民传扬福音。他们的个性不同、背景不同、恩宠不同、使命也不同，却走向同一个目标：为基督献出生命，为教会奠定基础。因此，今天教会把他们放在同一天庆祝，不仅纪念两位伟大的圣人，同时也让我们看到：天主不要求每一个人都一样，祂愿意藉着不同

by Fr. Joseph Ruan In this Sunday's Gospel, Jesus challenges us to consider the cost and priorities of Christian discipleship. Similar to the Jewish culture at Jesus's time, traditional Chinese culture tends to place the family at the top of its hierarchy of values. Yet Jesus says that our love for him must be even greater than our love for our families. Fr. Joseph Run reminds us of the ultimate question: 在我的生命中，究竟谁排在第一位？ (Who is most important in my life?) Painting by Chen Y

As part of our upcoming Biennial Conference in Houston, Texas, the USCCA is glad to extend you an invitation to the Conference Mass and Banquet. The Conference Mass (open to the public) will be held at 5:30 PM at Ascension Chinese Mission in Houston; the Conference Banquet (registration required) will be held at 7:00 PM at Ocean Palace Restaurant. We invite you to learn more via our promotional flyer. To learn more about the conference and register as an attendee of the full

by Fr. Joseph Ruan In this Sunday's Gospel, Jesus sends out the twelve disciples with missionary instructions. He tells them not to be afraid, reminding them that not even a sparrow falls to the ground without the foreknowledge and providential care of the Heavenly Father. Fr. Joseph Ruan offers a bilingual reflection on the Scriptures, a fitting gift for this Sunday, which happens to be Father's Day. Fr. Joseph's reflection is included below, in Chinese and then in English:

By Fr. Joseph Ruan Group arrival and gathering in China – pilgrims from different ethnic backgrounds united in faith. During April 17–27, 2026, fourteen Catholics from the United States embarked on an unforgettable ten-day spiritual and cultural journey across mainland China. Organized by Mr. Peter Tan and Dr. Benjamin OuYang through USCCA, with the assistance of Apollo Travel & Tours and local guides, the trip brought together a uniquely diverse group of travelers: local Ame

By Huili (Kathy) Stout, USCCA Membership & Administrative Coordinator Sunday, June 7th, 2026, is the Feast of Corpus Christi, also known as the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (基督圣体圣血节). The importance of this Feast, commemorating the sacrifice of Christ as celebrated and received in the Mass, is expressed in many ways by the Church. In our time, it can particularly remind us of the Eucharist being the sacrament of Christian unity and of peace, both interi

by Dr. Chiaretto Yan To mark the Day of Prayer for the Church in China (May 24, feast of Our Lady of Sheshan), Pope Leo delivered a televised message: “We unite our prayers with Chinese Catholics, as a sign of our affection for them, and of their communion with the universal Church and the Successor of Peter.” A beautiful expression of reciprocal love and communion. Over the weekend, 320 Chinese Catholics gathered at Sacred Heart Parish in Padua, Italy, for the 17th annual ro

by Dr. Benjamin T. OuYang, Executive Director of the US-China Catholic Association Inside the Shrine of Sheshan Last Sunday, May 24, was a special day for three reasons. It happened to be Pentecost and the universal Day of Prayer for the Church in China. It was also the feast of Mary, Help of Christians, on the Catholic calendar. What a glorious combination of these three occasions that match together perfectly! For Chinese Catholics, the Shrine of Our Lady of Sheshan near Sh

By Dr. Huili (Kathy) Stout He Qi (Chinese artist, 1950–), Holy Spirit Coming, 1998. Oil on canvas. To commemorate May 24 as the Day of Prayer for the Church in China, designated by Pope Benedict XVI in 2007, in conjunction with the Feast of Pentecost, we offer you a short reflection on a classical Chinese translation of the scripture passage of Acts 2:25-28. This passage is part of St. Peter’s address to the crowd, who had just witnessed the miracle of Pentecost among the dis

Have you registered yet for the USCCA's upcoming 30th Biennial Conference, scheduled for July 31–August 2 at the University of St. Thomas in Houston? Our Early Bird discount will only remain open until May 1 at midnight (any time zone) — register today to save! Over the years, more than thirty missionary societies and religious orders have cultivated the gifts of greater dialogue and understanding among Catholics in China and in the Western hemisphere. Our latest YouTube vide

We are looking forward to July 31–August 2, when our 30th Biennial Conference will take place at the University of St. Thomas in Houston, TX. In fact, we are so excited to see you that we have extended the deadline for our Early Bird discount to May 1, 2026! We invite you to act today by registering as an attendee of our upcoming Biennial Conference. Even if you cannot join us for the Conference, we hope that you consider how you might support our mission by donating to hel