Taiwan Church News 3053 Edition August 30~September 5, 2010

Reported by Sam Lee. Written by Lydia Ma

PCT held a Conference on National Affairs on August 28~29, 2010, at Grace Taiwan Presbyterian Church in Houston, USA. Guests and speakers at this conference agreed unanimously that an awakening of Taiwanese national consciousness, counteractive measures by social and political entities, and non-violent defense movements were crucial in turning the tide for Taiwan.

This conference outlined Taiwanese people’s role and mission in light of Taiwan’s clear and present dangers and invited experts to share their opinions from political, social, church, and missional standpoints. It used open-space technology (OST) and attempted to draw a blueprint for future action and cooperation. Such a detailed analysis helped attendees find inspiration and an action plan.

Many Christians and pastors at this conference were also eager to hear the latest update on PCT ministries and missions, especially PCT rebuilding efforts and challenges following Typhoon Morakot and how they had helped different churches in Taiwan come together in cooperation and unity.

PCT leaders commented that the next 2 years will be crucial in determining Taiwan’s future course and fate and that is the reason why this conference attended by Taiwanese church leaders, social organization leaders, and human rights groups was deemed urgent and necessary.

A similar conference has been scheduled in Taiwan for October 2010 and it will feature renowned speakers as well as presentations on the outcomes and responses of this conference.