【Friday Beyond Spotlights III】Archbishop Andrew Chan: Spreading Christian Love

Hosted by Nick Chan, Episode 6 of Season 3 features the Most Reverend Archbishop Andrew Chan, the archbishop for the Hong Kong Anglican Church, also known in the Chinese language as the Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui (SKH).

The episode covers an extensive range of topics, beginning by shedding light on the religious landscape of Hong Kong then shifting to the integral role played by SKH in the local community.

Archbishop Chan discusses the religious freedom and diversity in Hong Kong and delves into the extensive and deep-rooted involvement of SKH in serving the community, including pastoral care, education and social service activities.

In explaining their approach, he points out that the missionaries in the early years follow the principle of ‘Begin, Beget and Begone’ which emphasizes the importance of teaching the locals to take up the leadership.

Throughout the conversation, Archbishop Chan shares parables from the Bible, providing valuable lessons for the audience, stressing, for example, that one should not overly fret about the final results if great effort has already been made. The episode further enthralls with a captivating ‘Show and Tell’ segment, where Archbishop Chan unveils a pectoral cross, a cherished item that holds deep personal significance. He explains the special meaning behind this remarkable symbol.

Archbishop Chan then touches upon the topic of suffering, sharing personal experiences and offering insights on how to navigate setbacks. He addresses the issue of suffering in the context of ongoing wars in various parts of the world or the economic downturn, providing valuable lessons and guidance.

The episode concludes by delving into Archbishop Chan’s personal journey, discussing his religious upbringing, confirmation, and the calling that led him to join the ministry.