To show the harmonious coexistence of the Zhengzhou Christian community’s “wheat theology” with the wheat culture of the Central Plains, the Zhengzhou Municipal CC&TSPM in Henan Province organized a photography contest open to believers from across the city.
Under the theme of "Sinicization of Christianity—Central Plains Wheat Culture," this photography contest aims to depict the integration of Christian doctrines, rituals, and elements with the wheat culture of the Central Plains through the lenses of believers and church staff, with an illustration of the localization process of Christianity in the region of Zhengzhou.
The host emphasized, “Integrating Christianity with Central Plains Wheat Culture, a critical part of traditional Chinese culture, not only promotes the localization of Christianity but also fosters the inheritance and innovation of traditional culture.”
The host will also assemble an expert panel to evaluate and choose the entries based on selection criteria such as thematic relevance, originality, artistic excellence, and technical performance.
The award ceremony will take place at the Zhengzhou Christian Church in early May, including first, second, and third prizes, as well as excellence awards. Excellent photos will be displayed at the Zhengzhou CC&TSPM’s Sinicization Exhibition Hall, its WeChat official account, and during the ceremony. Certain outstanding works will also have the opportunity to be displayed at church activities.
- Translated by Poppy Chan
为了展现郑州市基督教“麦穗神学”与中原麦穗文化的和谐共生，河南郑州市基督教两会策划摄影大赛，邀请本市信徒参与。
本次摄影大赛的主题为“基督教中国化——中原麦穗文化”。旨在通过信徒和同工们的镜头，捕捉基督教教义、礼仪与中原麦穗文化元素相结合的瞬间，展现基督教在郑州这片土地上的本土化进程。
据郑州市基督教两会，"中原麦穗文化是中国传统文化的重要组成部分，将基督教与中原麦穗文化相结合，不仅有利于基督教的本土化，也有助于传统文化的传承和创新。"
作品将由郑州市基督教两会组织专业评委团进行评选，评选标准包括主题契合度、创意性、艺术性及技术表现等方面。
颁奖仪式将于2024年5月初在郑州市基督教会举行。本次大赛设有一等奖、二等奖、三等奖及优秀奖。优秀作品将在郑州市基督教两会中国化展馆、公众号，颁奖现场展示。部分优秀作品还将有机会在教会活动中进行巡展。
河南举办“基督教中国化—中原麦穗文化”主题摄影大赛
To show the harmonious coexistence of the Zhengzhou Christian community’s “wheat theology” with the wheat culture of the Central Plains, the Zhengzhou Municipal CC&TSPM in Henan Province organized a photography contest open to believers from across the city.
Under the theme of "Sinicization of Christianity—Central Plains Wheat Culture," this photography contest aims to depict the integration of Christian doctrines, rituals, and elements with the wheat culture of the Central Plains through the lenses of believers and church staff, with an illustration of the localization process of Christianity in the region of Zhengzhou.
The host emphasized, “Integrating Christianity with Central Plains Wheat Culture, a critical part of traditional Chinese culture, not only promotes the localization of Christianity but also fosters the inheritance and innovation of traditional culture.”
The host will also assemble an expert panel to evaluate and choose the entries based on selection criteria such as thematic relevance, originality, artistic excellence, and technical performance.
The award ceremony will take place at the Zhengzhou Christian Church in early May, including first, second, and third prizes, as well as excellence awards. Excellent photos will be displayed at the Zhengzhou CC&TSPM’s Sinicization Exhibition Hall, its WeChat official account, and during the ceremony. Certain outstanding works will also have the opportunity to be displayed at church activities.
- Translated by Poppy Chan
Zhengzhou Hosts Sinicized Christianity ‘Central Plains Wheat Culture’ Photography Contest
