What is ISF?
One Hope partners with International Student Fellowship (ISF), a ministry that is supported by multiple local churches working together to serve international students at Kennesaw State University (KSU)!
ISF’s mission is to serve the physical, mental, and spiritual needs of international students. Weekly gatherings take place on Friday nights along with special activities. To help new students get settled, ISF helps with airport rides, move-in assistance, conversation partners, and more.
With this holistic approach, ISF and its collaborating churches create a support network that goes beyond the confines of a traditional ministry.
What is ISF?
One Hope partners with International Student Fellowship (ISF), a ministry that is supported by multiple local churches working together to serve international students at Kennesaw State University (KSU)!
ISF’s mission is to serve the physical, mental, and spiritual needs of international students. Weekly gatherings take place on Friday nights along with special activities. To help new students get settled, ISF helps with airport rides, move-in assistance, conversation partners, and more.
With this holistic approach, ISF and its collaborating churches create a support network that goes beyond the confines of a traditional ministry.
Typical Fridays at ISF
Meal: ISF begins with a meal together which leads to meaningful conversations and connections.
Games: After the meal, we enjoy some friendly competition! This provides an opportunity for students to unwind, have fun, and gain friendships.
Conversation: Typically we have a time of guided conversation in small groups. This encourages students to think deeper about the meaning of life, social issues, and spiritual topics.
Outside of ISF
Beyond the Friday meetings, ISF volunteers are dedicated to offering support, mentorship, spiritual guidance, and being a source to ask questions to for students. Volunteers have many opportunities to meet with students outside of regular ISF events. Students often join volunteers for family gatherings, holidays, sporting events, church services, meals, and more!
Outside of ISF
Beyond the Friday meetings, ISF volunteers are dedicated to offering support, mentorship, spiritual guidance, and being a source to ask questions to for students. Volunteers have many opportunities to meet with students outside of regular ISF events. Students often join volunteers for family gatherings, holidays, sporting events, church services, meals, and more!
Come join us!
ISF strives to create a welcoming environment that transcends cultural boundaries, offering a home away from home for international students on their academic journey. If you or your church would like to participate in this ministry by volunteering at ISF, sponsoring a meal, or becoming a monthly financial partner, please contact Shaoen Wu using the form below.
ISF Leadership
Shaoen Wu
ISF Faculty Advisor
Shaoen Wu is the Department Chair of IT at Kennesaw State University and a member at One Hope Church. After being saved through college ministry while studying in America, God gave Shaoen a heart to serve and disciple international students. In October 2022, Shaoen started ISF after he began working at KSU. Additionally, Shaoen and his wife, Anna, host a weekly Chinese Bible Study in his home.
ISF Volunteer and Student Leaders
ISF is supported by over ten churches and sponsors! Many volunteers from local churches serve on Friday nights and continue to support students throughout the week. As a Registered Student Organization at KSU, ISF also has dedicated student leaders who actively serve their peers.
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10:00am The Gathering*
11:00am Growth Groups
*One Hope Kids dismissed before the message
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