Building Bridges of Friendship and Introducing Jesus
本期內容
American Friendships with Chinese Students, 1847–1930
Bieler traces the history of the first Chinese students who came to study in the US. She details both the difficulties they faced at times from both China and the US, as well as the positive influence they have had in both nations.
Meet China’s Gen Z
The students from China’s Generation Z exhibit many characteristics differing from those of previous generations. The author identifies and describes these differences, then suggests ways that student ministries outside China can form relationships with these students.
Loving the Liuxuesheng (留学生)
From the desk of the guest editor.
Adversity and Opportunity
Returnee ministry involves movement and connections. The author explains how these two factors have encountered adversity and opportunity during the COVID-19 global pandemic.
International Student Ministry in China
Given all that has happened in China due to COVID, Jones looks at the situation of international students studying in China: their current reality, their future, and the role the church plays.
China Never Left Us
A campus ministry worker shares how, after living in China and heeding God’s call, he and his wife began a ministry during the COVID-19 pandemic that provides opportunities for Chinese students studying in the US to experience local places and connect with local people.
Chinese Students Return Home—To What?
Bieler shines a spotlight on the reception experienced by Chinese students as they settled back into their home locations. The story of these students educated in the US between 1850 and 1930 and the difficulties they faced is aptly and entertainingly told in this book.
Two New Resources from InterVarsity International Student Ministry
A book and a game for connecting with Chinese International Students.