The Lasting Legacy of Cardinal Paul Shan Kuo-hsi
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| Year of publication | 2025 |
| Type | Appeared in Conference without Proceedings |
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| Description | This paper is an exploration of the life and significant contributions of Cardinal Paul Shan Kuo-hsi, S.J., who served as a transformative figure in the late 20th-century indigenization of the Chinese Catholic Church. Born in Puyang, he joined the Society of Jesus in 1946, and took his religious vows in 1948, followed by final vows in 1963. Ordained in 1955, in Baguio, Philippines, Kuo-hsi pursued theological education, culminating in a doctorate from the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome. He was appointed as the Bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Hualien in Taiwan in 1979, by Pope John Paul II, and installed in this role in 1981. His tenure in Hualien was marked by a commitment to fostering local vocations and enhancing community engagement, reflecting Taiwan's unique social and cultural landscape. Following his service in Hualien, he was transferred to the Diocese of Kaohsiung in 1991, where he furthered the Church's mission amidst Taiwan's dynamic society, focusing on education, social justice, and interfaith dialogue. In 1998, he was elevated to Cardinal-Priest of the Titulus S. Chrysogoni by Pope John Paul II. He retired in 2006 and passed away in 2012.Cardinal Paul Shan Kuo-hsi held numerous important positions within the Church, significantly impacting the Catholic community in Taiwan. His contribution to the Church left a lasting impression, and he gained respect not only from the Catholic community but also from believers of other religions. Such admiration was closely related to his faith and his advocacy for religious dialogue and cooperation. |
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