Shanghai CC&TSPM organized a thematic event on preaching with the aim of translating the achievements of sinicized Christianity into practical teachings.
On September 16th, at Fitch Memorial Church in Hongkou District, approximately 350 participants, including staff members of CC&TSPMs in diverse districts, the theological thought construction workgroup, pastors, and key volunteers from across the city, gathered for this activity titled "Preaching in Shanghai: Patriotism and Faith, Progress, and Contribution."
The event aligned with six themes, including strict governance of religions, standardized management of places of worship, promotion of traditional culture, international exchanges, fostering social harmony, and talent development.
Six pastors delivered sermons on topics such as "Strict Church Governance: The Discipline Every Christian Should Know," "Life and Order," "The Patriotism of Moses," "Loving One Another and Engaging Internationally," "Examining How the Church Can Contribute to Social Harmony Through the Parable of the Good Samaritan," and "The Responsibilities and Mission of Pastors in the New Era."
The speakers elucidated the doctrines and rules of the church in a language that was accessible to the congregation while also incorporating elements of Chinese traditional culture, church experience, and practice. They applied theoretical interpretations of information from the Bible that were conducive to social harmony, in line with contemporary progress requirements, and in harmony with the spirit of excellent Chinese traditional culture.
During the worship service, the church choir performed "The Miraculous Pen of Divine Work," a hymn infused with Chinese cultural elements, expressing the emotions of Chinese Christians and their blessings for the country through their own cultural expressions.
Shanghai CC&TSPM organized this "Discourse on the Scriptures" thematic event through theological preaching and exchange. Shanghai CC&TSPM has been conducting essay competitions for the event over the years. This year, the city's pastoral workers submitted more than 150 essays, reflecting their efforts in the practice and exploration of sinicizing Christianity in Shanghai.
- Translated by Abigail Wu
上海市基督教两会举行讲经讲道主题活动，旨在将基督教中国化成果转化为讲台实践。
9月16日，在虹口区鸿德堂，各区基督教两会负责同工，市基督教两会宣讲团、神学思想建设事工组成员及全市教牧同工、义工骨干约350人参加这次以“海上论道—— 爱国爱教·进而有为”为主题的活动。
“经筵论道”紧扣今年“海上论道”的6个主题，全面从严治教、场所规范管理、弘扬传统文化、对外交流交往、促进社会和谐、人才队伍建设。
6位牧师分别以“从严治教——基督徒当知的教会纪律”、 “生命与秩序”、“摩西的家国情怀”、“彼此相爱，对外交往” 、“从好撒玛利亚人看教会如何参与社会和谐”和 “新时代牧者的责任与使命”为题证道。
讲员围绕圣经，将教义教规以通俗易懂的语言阐述出来。同时又结合中国优秀传统文化、教会经验与实践，将圣经中有利于社会和谐、符合时代进步要求和中华优秀传统文化精神的信息的理论阐释落实到实践之中。
崇拜中，鸿德堂诗班献唱《神工妙笔歌》，这首极富有中国化的圣诗体现了我们中国基督徒用自己的文化形式表达对上帝的情感和对国家的祝福。
本次“经筵论道”讲经讲道主题活动，市基督教两会以神学宣讲团讲道交流的方式举行。一直以来，上海市基督教两会开展“海上论道”征文活动。今年，全市教牧同工投稿共150余篇，上海教职同工为基督教中国化在上海的实践与探索中发挥的作用。
上海市基督教两会“经筵论道”讲经讲道举行
Shanghai CC&TSPM organized a thematic event on preaching with the aim of translating the achievements of sinicized Christianity into practical teachings.
On September 16th, at Fitch Memorial Church in Hongkou District, approximately 350 participants, including staff members of CC&TSPMs in diverse districts, the theological thought construction workgroup, pastors, and key volunteers from across the city, gathered for this activity titled "Preaching in Shanghai: Patriotism and Faith, Progress, and Contribution."
The event aligned with six themes, including strict governance of religions, standardized management of places of worship, promotion of traditional culture, international exchanges, fostering social harmony, and talent development.
Six pastors delivered sermons on topics such as "Strict Church Governance: The Discipline Every Christian Should Know," "Life and Order," "The Patriotism of Moses," "Loving One Another and Engaging Internationally," "Examining How the Church Can Contribute to Social Harmony Through the Parable of the Good Samaritan," and "The Responsibilities and Mission of Pastors in the New Era."
The speakers elucidated the doctrines and rules of the church in a language that was accessible to the congregation while also incorporating elements of Chinese traditional culture, church experience, and practice. They applied theoretical interpretations of information from the Bible that were conducive to social harmony, in line with contemporary progress requirements, and in harmony with the spirit of excellent Chinese traditional culture.
During the worship service, the church choir performed "The Miraculous Pen of Divine Work," a hymn infused with Chinese cultural elements, expressing the emotions of Chinese Christians and their blessings for the country through their own cultural expressions.
Shanghai CC&TSPM organized this "Discourse on the Scriptures" thematic event through theological preaching and exchange. Shanghai CC&TSPM has been conducting essay competitions for the event over the years. This year, the city's pastoral workers submitted more than 150 essays, reflecting their efforts in the practice and exploration of sinicizing Christianity in Shanghai.
- Translated by Abigail Wu
Six Pastors Deliver Sermons on Practice of Sinicized Christianity
