Author: Jack Bentley

Ministry is often like looking at a puzzle – sometimes you only have half of the pieces. You don’t always see the full picture of God’s work in someone’s life - especially in international student ministry.

Easter Appeal Reaching all International Students We Need Your Help to Share Jesus with International Students from ‘Hard to Reach’ Places I write with the world in turmoil following the…

Looking Back as We Move Forward As believers we do not live under the shadow of a pandemic, but rather under the shadow of the Almighty! That was part of…

The Wellbeing Challenges Facing International Students The challenges to mental wellbeing that students face has been well documented, but the situation has deteriorated following the pandemic.However, few consider the unique…

Friends International is opening its first Centre in the Republic of Ireland to support the growing number of international students. Friends International, a Christian charity supporting international students, is to…

Survey Shows One In Four International Students Suffering With Mental Health Problems Following Covid Pandemic One in four international students across the UK and Ireland are suffering from mental health…

Ministry and Covid-19 Over the last 12 months, everything in some way has been impacted by the pandemic.With our events going online for large parts of the year, it has…

You Can Make a Long-term Difference Every year, Friends International supports over 10,000 international students in the UK and Ireland, helping them to grow friendships and faith during their time…

"They have persevered and been open to learn through their experiences.” Despite starting the Friends International, year-long, Reach Programme last September, our 12 trainee’s have only just met each other…

Join Our free Online Training This summer we're offering free training sessions! They are perfect for church or CU members who want to learn more about engaging with international students…