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

We at the US-China Catholic Association deeply appreciate the speakers that have agree to share their perspectives at our 30th Biennial Conference! In our latest YouTube Shorts, USCCA Board Secretary Prof. Anne Tsui, Ph.D., introduces two of our conference speakers. We invite you to view and share these videos with and friends, family, or colleagues who might be interested in joining us at the 30th Biennial Conference: Fr. Thomas Betz, OFM Cap. Sr. Xiaoping Guo If you and you

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 h

We are glad to share that the Catholic Campus Ministry Association (CCMA) has opened registration for the third session in their free webinar series on the topic of "Welcoming Chinese International Students." The third webinar, scheduled for 7PM–8PM on April 14, 2026, will focus on "Forming Student Leaders to Accompany Chinese International Students with Care, Sensitivity, and Confidence." We invite you to learn more and register on the CCMA website. For more opportunities to

We at the USCCA are glad to announce the release of our 2025 Annual Report, highlighting some of our last year's accomplishments and aspirations as we carry them forward into 2026. We invite you to read the latest Annual Report . We hope that you find our Annual Report informative and edifying as we work together toward dialogue, peace, and friendship. For in-person opportunities to learn about theology, history, and the life of the Church in China, we invite you to register

In partnership with ChinaSource and the China Academic Consortium, the US-China Catholic Association co-hosts free public lectures through the Speaker Series. We are thrilled to announce two upcoming free public lectures in the coming weeks! On March 20, via Zoom, retired US Government China specialist Gregory J. Nedved will share his perspective on "Clash of Civilizations: China, the United States, and Religion (Catholicism)." Mr. Nedved retired in 2024 from his role as a h

The US-China Catholic Association is thrilled to announce that registration is now open to the public for attendance at our 30th Biennial Conference . Scheduled for July 31–August 2, 2026, at the University of St. Thomas in Houston, TX, this conference will place special emphasis on the theme of "Nourishing Trust and Friendship: Following the Way of Christ." This conference is sure to be an unforgettable opportunity to build bridges of friendship among lay and religious brot

On February 21, the US-China Catholic Association Book Circle discussed Terri McNichol's article, "Leadership lessons from landscape painting East and West: Cultivating a spiritual eco-imagination." "Autumn Colors on the Qiao and Hua Mountains," Zhao Mengfu, ca. 1276 Terri, a prior Book Circle participant as well as art historian and founder of Ren Associates, drew participants into the details of Chinese and American landscape painting. Themes included the relationship betw

On February 21, the US-China Catholic Association Book Circle will discuss Terri McNichol's article, "Leadership lessons from landscape painting East and West: Cultivating a spiritual eco-imagination." A long-time Book Circle participant, Terri is an award-winning artist, a Chinese art historian, and president of Ren Associates — a consulting firm dedicated to the creative re-imagining of business education. Her article is available to Book Circle participants along with a se

Happy Lunar New Year from the USCCA! In this Year of the Fire Horse, may we continue to grow in friendship and dialogue with our brothers and sisters in the United States, in China, and in the whole community of the saints. Visiting the families of priests and religious sisters is one of the ways in which the Church in China celebrates the Lunar New Year. This tradition expresses appreciation and fellowship. We invite you to read more about this tradition at the Agenzia Fides

Today is the Feast Day of St. Paul Liu Hanzo. Born in 1778, Liu tended sheep before he was ordained as a priest; he later worked and posed as a merchant by day in order to administer the sacraments under cover of night. We invite you to read more about St. Paul Liu Hanzo on the Asia Harvest website . ---------------------- The USCCA is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization. Your donations are tax-deductible to the maximum extent allowed by law. The success of our work depends up

by Daniel Lindbergh Lang During the Jubilee Year of Hope, 2025, I reflected on returning to the States after an extended time serving in Asia. I returned to America last summer from Asia, where I had remained for three years of service and sojourn. The call to mission remains, however. As Pope Leo XIV reminded us last fall, missionary life continues in our daily lives. In my present role, I am a graduate student in international relations among civil servants and aspirant dip

On January 31, 2026, the US-Catholic China Association Book Circle discussed Terri McNichol's article, "Re-attuning to Nature's Rhythms: The Chinese Art of Being, Relating, Acting." "Autumn Colors on the Qiao and Hua Mountains," Zhao Mengfu, ca. 1276 Terri, a prior Book Circle participant as well as art historian and founder of Ren Associates , led our discussion with an informative and insightful exploration of painting's connection with the natural world, especially as it h

by Sister Niu Life is enriched by “movement” "Life lies in movement". Life becomes a stagnant backwater without movement. For a time, I stepped out of my familiar routine, setting aside the busy demands of hospital work to participate in a month-long study exchange organized by Leuven Verbiest Foundation in Belgium. Although it was only a short-term program, it opened new perspectives in my life and brought about a profound inner transformation. When I received the superior's

On January 31, the US-China Catholic Association Book Circle will discuss Terri McNichol's article, "Re-attuning to Nature's Rhythms: The Chinese Art of Being, Relating, Acting." A long-time Book Circle participant, Terri is an award-winning artist, a Chinese art historian, and president of Ren Associates — a consulting firm dedicated to the creative re-imagining of business education. Her article is available to Book Circle participants along with a separate document of the