| ID | 116489 |
| Title Proper | Changing church and state relations in contemporary China |
| Other Title Information | the case of mindong diocese, Fujian province |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Chan, Shun-hing |
| Publication | 2012. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | This study examines church-state relations in Mindong diocese, Fujian province, from the perspective of state-society relations. The article seeks to identify the salient patterns of church-state relations in Mindong diocese, and the social factors that contribute to the formation of such patterns. I elaborate on the essential characteristics of the Mindong model in the paper. I argue that the three key factors affecting church-state relations in Mindong diocese are the competition between the open and underground churches, the mediating role of the Vatican, and the pragmatism of local government officials. I describe the Mindong model as a "negotiated resistance," meaning that the underground church resists the control of the government and seeks organizational autonomy through continued negotiation with officials of the government. In conclusion, I discuss the implications of this church-state model in advancing religious freedom in Chinese society. |
| `In' analytical Note | China Quarterly Vol. 2012, No.212; Dec 2012: p.982-999 |
| Journal Source | China Quarterly Vol. 2012, No.212; Dec 2012: p.982-999 |
| Key Words | Catholic Church ; Church - State Relations ; Mindong ; Negotiated Resistance ; Religious Freedom ; China ; Church – State Relations |