The Bridge Still Stands | Nanjing Discussion Highlights | John Leighton Stuart at 150

Olive Bridge commemorated the 150th anniversary of John Leighton Stuart’s birth with “The Bridge Still Stands,” held in Nanjing, China, on September 5, 2026. This video features highlights from the roundtable discussion. Wang Xuefu, Zhang Zhipeng, and Xie Zhidong revisit Stuart’s life as a missionary, educator, and diplomat, reflecting on the character, faith, and commitment to others that shaped his work. Drawing on Stuart’s educational practice and life of service, the conversation explores character formation, Yenching University’s ideals of truth, freedom, and service, and how faith finds expression in care for individuals. His life also offers a starting point for considering how we find direction and meaning today.