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An introduction Our motivation How we work Staff Statistics FAQ Statement of faith
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How we work
We aim to achieve our mission through the following core
activities:
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Motivating, mobilising and equipping churches and their
members to share their lives and faith in Jesus Christ with
international students in their local area by:
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Providing programmes of practical care and hospitality
for international students |
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Teaching international students the good news about
Jesus Christ |
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Encouraging, nurturing and training in their faith
those who are already, or who become, Christians |
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Discipling Christian international students in their spiritual
growth in preparation for their return home and providing
& developing a network of Christians in other countries
committed to continuing the discipling process |
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Producing resources to help Christians reach international
students in a culturally sensitive way |
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Running training events and conferences to facilitate the
development of international student work across the UK |
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Promoting effective partnerships with churches & other
appropriate Christian agencies to develop such ministry among
international students in their area and beyond |
Examples of Friends International Activities:
• Welcome Programmes to meet students as they arrive
in the UK
• International cafés
• Outings to visit various parts of Britain
• Social events, special meals etc
• Hospitality schemes
• International women's groups
• Mums and toddlers groups
• Opportunities to practise English conversation
• Help with British culture
• Bible studies for those interested
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