Rev. Dr. Edmund NG, the head of Gratia’s School of Christian Ministry, paid a visit to Guangdong churches to exchange experiences.
During the visit on April 16-17, Rev. Fan Hong’en, chairman of Guangdong Provincial TSPM, introduced the delegation to the provincial CC&TSPM's purpose, the church growth in Guangdong, and the sinicization of Christianity as the main ministry, reported Guangdong CC&TSPM. He also discussed efforts to strengthen church management, theological education, talent development, and social services.
Rev. Dr. Edmund NG shared the college's mission, faculty, and curriculum.
Regarding theological education, the two sides exchanged views on curriculum design, faculty development, academic research, and resource sharing. They hoped to cooperate in academic exchanges, study visits for teachers, and student exchange programs, aiming to share theological education resources to complement each other.
They also explored ways to strengthen cooperation and promote the collaboration and coordination of social service projects between Christian institutions in both regions.
The delegation also toured Guangdong Union Theological Seminary, Union Church, Shamian Church, and Henan Church in Guangzhou. Both sides exchanged ideas about their respective teaching facilities, educational philosophies, church situations, talent development, and social services to promote further cooperation.
- Translated by Abigail Wu
