The 2006 Christian Games were held at a middle school in Taipei on 18th November. It was the fifth year for the event, sponsorship of which fell to the Roman Catholics this time around. The themes were “Promote Physical, Mental and Spiritual Health For All Christians” and “Push for Christian Unity.” Archbishop Joseph Cheng said, “Having these Christians from different denominations all together in one place is a blessing, it is a gift of God”.

Under a bright sun, adults, and children joined in fun and exertion, competing for individual and team prizes. Although the competition was fierce, there was not a spirit of wishing to defeat one another. It was a time of fellowship and good exchange among people of faith. Happiness characterized the event.

After an opening ceremony, representatives of the member communions in the National Council of Churches of Taiwan (NCCT): The Roman Catholic, Presbyterian, Lutheran, Wesleyan, Evangelical, YMCA, YWCA, Anglican, teams, along with delegations from Mackay Memorial Hospital and local diocesan teams enjoyed a season of worship during which they were addressed by current NCCT chairman Liao Rong-sin, who said, “The Lord has blessed this event every time it has been held. It is a time of unity, of koinonia. It has become a time during which we give glory to our creator with body, soul, mind and spirit, and in so doing serve all of humanity.

For more information: Joseph Cheng bishconf@catholic.org.tw