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July 24, 2017

Chinese official indicates Beijing to retain tight grip on church

rchbishop Joseph Li Shan of Beijing celebrates Christmas Eve Mass in 2016 at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception.

HONG KONG – The Chinese Communist Party's top leader in charge of religion has made it clear that Beijing intends to retain a tight grip on the Catholic Church.

Published in International
February 9, 2016

Communist official to religious leaders: Promote Chinese culture

Chinese Catholics receive Communion in 2012 during Christmas Eve Mass in Beijing. A top Politburo official told faith leaders that religious groups must promote Chinese culture and become more compatible with socialism.

BEIJING - A top Politburo official told faith leaders that religious groups must promote Chinese culture and become more compatible with socialism.

Published in International