Shaanxi Provincial CC&TSPM welcomed the 15-member delegation led by Rev. Park Pong Soo, the chief secretary (secretary-general) of the Korea-China Christian Exchange Association, representing the Sangdo Central Church in Seoul, South Korea.
Rev. Park Pong Soo and a delegation of 14 from the Sangdo Central Church visited Shaanxi CC&TSPM on October 9, according to the host.
Rev. Wang Jun, chairperson and president of the provincial CC&TSPM, provided an overview of the founding and growth of the Shaanxi CC&TSPM, highlighting the endeavors for the sinicization of Christianity, such as the form of a leading team dedicated to the cause, the founding of a preaching team for theological construction, the establishment of provincial research center on sinicization, and the publication of relevant books.
Then Rev. Li Shizheng, vice chairperson, vice president, and secretary general of the host, updated the basic situation of Christianity in the province and the key initiatives undertaken by the provincial CC&TSPM, such as educational activities, theological education, the sinicization of Christianity, media ministry, social services, and friendly exchanges.
During the meeting, Pastor Park emphasized to his companions the importance of the functions of the CC&TSPMs at all levels in China and their significance to the healthy development of the Christian community in China. He stressed the need to foster friendly exchanges with registered Christian groups and churches while respecting the "Three-Self" principles guiding the church in China.
After the discussions, the delegation visited Shanxi Bible School and also toured several scenic spots, including the Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses, the Fortifications of Xi'an, Xi’an Bell Tower and Drum Tower, and Mount Huashan.
陕西省基督教两会接待韩国首尔上道中央教会由朴逢洙牧师带领的15人访问团。
据陕西省两会，10月9日上午，韩国首尔上道中央教会朴逢洙牧师一行15人访问陕西省基督教两会。
省基督教两会主席、会长王俊牧师介绍了省基督教两会的成立与发展、开展的基督教中国化事工，及在该方面所做的工作，如成立推进基督教中国化领导小组、神学思想建设宣讲团、陕西省基督教中国化研究中心、出版相关书籍。
随后，省基督教两会副主席、副会长、秘书长李世峥牧师向客人介绍了全省基督教的基本情况及省基督教两会开展的主要工作，如教务活动、神学教育、基督教中国化、传媒事工、社会服务及友好交往等事工。
交流中，朴牧师向其同工特别解释了中国的各级基督教两会组织职能的重要性，和其对中国教会健康发展的重要意义。他指出，大家一定要在尊重中国教会“三自”原则的基础上，与合法的基督教团体和教会开展友好交往。
随后，客人一行访问陕西圣经学校，还参观秦始皇兵马俑博物馆、西安城墙、钟鼓楼，游览华山等景区。
韩国首尔上道中央教会访问陕西省基督教两会
Shaanxi Provincial CC&TSPM welcomed the 15-member delegation led by Rev. Park Pong Soo, the chief secretary (secretary-general) of the Korea-China Christian Exchange Association, representing the Sangdo Central Church in Seoul, South Korea.
Rev. Park Pong Soo and a delegation of 14 from the Sangdo Central Church visited Shaanxi CC&TSPM on October 9, according to the host.
Rev. Wang Jun, chairperson and president of the provincial CC&TSPM, provided an overview of the founding and growth of the Shaanxi CC&TSPM, highlighting the endeavors for the sinicization of Christianity, such as the form of a leading team dedicated to the cause, the founding of a preaching team for theological construction, the establishment of provincial research center on sinicization, and the publication of relevant books.
Then Rev. Li Shizheng, vice chairperson, vice president, and secretary general of the host, updated the basic situation of Christianity in the province and the key initiatives undertaken by the provincial CC&TSPM, such as educational activities, theological education, the sinicization of Christianity, media ministry, social services, and friendly exchanges.
During the meeting, Pastor Park emphasized to his companions the importance of the functions of the CC&TSPMs at all levels in China and their significance to the healthy development of the Christian community in China. He stressed the need to foster friendly exchanges with registered Christian groups and churches while respecting the "Three-Self" principles guiding the church in China.
After the discussions, the delegation visited Shanxi Bible School and also toured several scenic spots, including the Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses, the Fortifications of Xi'an, Xi’an Bell Tower and Drum Tower, and Mount Huashan.
Seoul Church Visits Shaanxi CC&TSPM
