The inaugural East Asian Christianity Conference, titled "Christianity and Asian Societies Today," will convene from April 3 to 5 at the Hamilton campus of the Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary in South Hamilton, Massachusetts.
As a newly launched initiative of the seminary, the conference seeks to explore key themes such as persecution, cultural integration, and interreligious dialogue in the expansion of Christianity across East Asia, "offering a platform for comparative research and practical application in church ministry and mission."
Sponsored by Dao Feng & Angela Foundation, the three-day conference will feature 10 lectures delivered by scholars from both East and West, including Dr. Wonsuk Ma, distinguished professor of Global Christianity and executive director of the Center for Spirit-Empowered Research at Oral Roberts University; Dr. Mary Ho, International Executive Leader of All Nations International; Joann Pittman, vice president for Partnerships and China Engagement at ChinaSource; and Dr. Mark R. Mullins, professor of Japanese studies and director of the Japan Studies Centre at the University of Auckland, among others. Topics will include "Christianity in East Asia Today," "The Future of Christianity in East Asia," "Christianity in Mainland China Today," "Japanese Christian Responses to the Challenges of Imperialism and Postwar Nationalism," and more.
Scholars, church leaders, frontline missionaries, and members of the Boston Theological Interreligious Consortium (BTI), including students and faculty, will engage in critical discussions on Christianity's role and future in East Asia. The conference will also feature corporate worship and prayer sessions.
To further extend the impact of these discussions, the seminary plans to publish key insights and outcomes in English, Chinese, and Korean, ensuring a wider global reach.
