On February 12th, IFI had a successful hybrid Lunar New Year Party!  Over 90 international students joined, online or in-person social distancing on the day that OSU opened for students to meet.  It was much needed by many international students, to celebrate in such a time as this, with great food, games, and being able to connect with others.  

For students especially who are from China, Vietnam, Korea, Thailand and Taiwan, this day was very meaningful, because it is a major holiday in their home country.  Wen Cao, OSU Campus Leader, says “Through this IFI event, many experienced the feeling of ‘home’ in Columbus.”   

In addition to the celebration, these international students had the opportunity to hear about a message delivered from IFI CEO, Rich Mendola, who has contextualized the Gospel into the Lunar New Year theme. May the Lord continue to use the Gospel and the love of Christ to impact the hearts of each student.