International Friends University of Missouri-Columbia

English Conversation Groups, every Tuesday and Thursday from 7 to 8 pm in the International Friends Center, Suite 1900 of University Place Apts (1205 University Ave) One or two Americans meet with a small group of 5-10 internationals for English conversation. Meet new friends, ask questions about language and culture, and practice English conversations around he table. It's free and open to all international students, scholars and their families.

Easy English Classes, Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 1-2pm in the International Friends Center, Suite 1900 of University Place Apts (1205 University Ave.) Free ESL classes for spouses and scholars who need some extra help in English with structured learning including pronunciation, telling stories and English comprehension. No registration is required just show up for class.

Friday Night Bible & Pizza Party, starting August 30 from 7 to 9 pm at the International Friends Center, Suite 1900 of University Place Apts (1205 University Ave) enter through the North door off of the parking lot.
Join us for pizza (cheese, vegetarian, sausage and pepperoni), desserts, and soft drinks, then we sing a couple of songs and divide up into two Bible discussion groups, we also have a group for children ages K - 6th grade. It's free, join us and discover what the Bible has to say to you.

Welcome Dinner, Friday, August 23, 7 to 9 pm in the International Friends Center, Suite 1900 of University Place Apts (1205 University Ave) ENTER THROUGH THE NORTH DOOR OFF OF THE PARKING LOT
Join us as we welcome newly arrived and returning international students with a free meal. Meet new friends, learn about International Friends activities and watch a short funny Charlie Chaplin silent film entitled, 'The Immigrant'

Welcome Dinner Friday, August 23, 7 to 9 pm Welcome & Welcome Back! .International Friends Newsletter 1205 University Ave., Suite 1900 Columbia, MO 65201 www.ifcolumbia.org "A Place to Belong" Congratulations to the Passport to School Graduates

Congratulations to our 31 graduates of the Passport to School program August 12-16, 2024. This program is designed to help newly arrived international kids (K - 12th grade) adjust to American public schools. Thanks to all our teachers and helpers that made this last week possible!

Dinner & a Movie, 7 - 9:30 pm Friday July 26 in the International Friends Center, Suite 1900 of University Place Apts (1205 University Ave) ENTER THROUGH THE NORTH DOOR OFF OF THE PARKING LOT

Join us for a pizza supper (Vegetarian, Cheese, Sausage, Pepperoni) with soft drinks and desserts and stay to watch the movie, "The Case for Christ". It is a biographical movie depicting the journey of Lee Strobel from atheist to a believer in Jesus.

Lee Strobel is an alum of Missouri Journalism School and a graduate of Yale Law School and was a legal reporter on the Chicago Tribune newspaper.

His wife became a Christian and it vexed him as an atheist. So he started a 2 year investigative reporting journey in which he attempted to disprove the resurrection of Jesus Christ by interviewing various experts. Join us as we discover his conclusion.

Invite a friend and join us!

International Friends Dinner & a Movie, Friday, July 12, 7 to 9:30 pm . International Friends Center, Suite 1900 of University Place Apts (1205 University Ave) Enter through the North door off of the parking lot,

Join us for a pizza supper (Cheese, Sausage, Pepperoni, & Vegetarian) with desserts and soft drinks and stay to watch the movie "Metamorphosis: The Beauty & Design of Butterflies".1205

Dinner & a Movie, Friday, June 28 7 to 9:30 pm in the International Friends Center, Suite 1900 of University Place Apts (1205 University Ave) Enter through the North door off of the parking lot.

Join us for a pizza supper (vegetarian, cheese, pepperoni, sausage) desserts and soft drinks and stay to watch our movie about incredible animals that defy the theory of evolution. Come and bring a friend! It's free.

Dinner and a Movie (God of Wonders)will be held on Friday, June 14 from 7 to 9:30 pm in the International Friends Center, Suite 1900 of University Place Apts (1205 University Ave) ENTER THROUGH THE NORTH DOOR OFF OF THE PARKING LOT. We'll have a pizza supper (Pepperoni, Cheese, Sausage, Vegetarian) with soft drinks and desserts and then watch the movie God of Wonders, which is an incredible journey of discovery of the Creator's handiwork and what His creation reveals about his character. Join us. Kids are welcome!

Summer English Corner will be held on most Thursdays from 7-8 pm in June and July (specifically June 6, 13, 27, July 11, 18, 25) in the International Friends Center, Suite 1900 of University Place Apts (1205 University Ave) PLEASE USE THE NORTH DOOR OFF OF THE PARKING LOT TO ENTER. Any international student, scholar or family member is welcome. It's free and no registration is needed.

Congratulations to the Kids Bible Club and Parents Bible Study on completing a full year. Have a great summer! (Not everyone is in the picture as some had left)

Friday Night Bible & Pizza Party, 7 to 9 pm in the International Friends Center, Suite 1900 of University Place Apts (1205 University Ave.) ENTER THROUGH THE NORH DOOR OFF OF THE PARKING LOT. Join us for pizza, desserts and soft drinks and then sing a couple of songs and then divide up into two Bible discussions for adults and one kids group. Join us tonight!

Welcome Back! Join us for Friday Night Bible & Pizza Party, 7 to 9 pm in the International Friends Center, Suite 1900 of University Place Apts (1205 University Ave) ENTER THROUGH THE NORTH DOOR OFF OF THE PARKING LOT. Join us for pizza (cheese, vegetarian, pepperoni and sausage) and soft drinks, your choice of two adult Bible studies and a kids group and sing a couple of songs. Join us!

Have a great Spring Break! See you when you return!

Remember to "Spring Forward" moving your c***s one hour ahead on Saturday night so you'll be on time for Sunday. Daylight Savings Time will be in effect on Sunday.

Friday March 8, 7 to 9:30 pm, International Friends Center, Suite 1900 of University Apts (1205 University Ave) ENTER THROUGH THE NORTH DOOR OFF OF PARKING LOT)Pizza Supper and a Movie "Do You Believe?" the story of 12 people's lives interacting together and finding Christ. A couple violent scenes, but otherwise suitable for children. No Bible study this night just dinner and a movie. We'll have English subtitles

Friday Night Bible & Pizza Party, Friday's 7 to 9 pm in the International Friends Center, Suite 1900 of University Place Apts (1205 University Ave) USE THE NORTH DOOR OFF OF PARKING LOT TO ENTER) Join us for a pizza supper (vegetarian, pepperoni, sausage, cheese) and soft drinks, followed by a couple of songs then your choice of two adult Bible discussions and a kids group) Families are welcome. We start this Friday at 7 pm! Join us!

English Conversation Groups on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7 to 8 pm in the International Friends Center, Suite 1900 of University Place Apts (1205 University Ave) USE THE NORTH DOR OFF OF THE PARKING LOT TO ENTER BUILDING. One American meets with a small group of internationals. Join us for tea and conversation any Tuesday or Thursdays 7 to 8 pm!

Kids Bible Club and the Parents Bible Study have started meeting on Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8 pm in the International Friends Center, Suite 1900 of University Place Apts (1205 University Ave.) ENTER THROUGH THE NORTH DOOR OFF OF THE PARKING LOT. Kids Bible Club is for kids k - 5th grade.

Welcome new international students, scholars ad families! Sorry it is so cold. Check us out for a cup of tea or coffee and warm friendships!

English Conversation Groups are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7 to 8 pm in the International Friends Center, Suite 1900 of University Place Apts, (1205 University Ave) One American meets with a small group 5-10 internationals to practice English, answer questions about language and culture. Join us for a cup of tea or coffee and conversation. Open to all internationals at no charge.

Easy English Classes are held from 1 to 2 pm on Tuesdays and Wednesdays in the International Friends Center, Suite 1900 of University Place Apts (1205 University Ave) These classes provide help with pronunciation, telling stories and learning American culture. They are free and open to any international. Join us Tuesday!

Global Life Church is canceled this Sunday due to extreme cold

Kids Bible Club and Parents Bible Study will start up again on Wednesday, January 10, 2024 in the International Friends Center, Suite 1900 of University Place Apts (1205 University Ave.)6:30 to 8pm USE THE NORTH DOOR OFF OF THE PARKING LOT TO ENTER. If Columbia Public Schools are closed on Wednesday we will NOT have club, if Columbia Public Schools are ON then we will be on.