A guidebook is now available to those who wish to experience the richness and vitality of the Catholic Church in Shanghai, a Chinese city that is rampantly commercial and surprisingly spiritual.
Written by Fr Jeremy Clarke SJ, “Catholic Shanghai: A Historical, Practical and Reflective Guide” is a pilgrimage guide to Catholic Shanghai. Fr Clarke gives clear directions on how to get to each of the sites presented and explains some of its history and significance. He also provides practical information such as the character of the area, nearby landmarks and public parks, and pointers about etiquette and local customs.
Given that many of the locations are active places of worship, material that may be helpful for quiet reflection or prayer is also provided.
“Catholic Shanghai: A Historical, Practical and Reflective Guide” can be purchased online from the Institute of Jesuit Source website.
Fr Jeremy Clarke SJ, is an Australian Jesuit who is currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of History at Boston College in the United States and a Research Affiliate of the School of Culture, Language and History at the Australian National University College of Asia and the Pacific.