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The following groups meet together to study and discuss various topics from the Bible and to enjoy friendship together in group activities.

Although some groups have many students from a particular ethnic background while others are more multicultural, all groups are open to individuals from any ethnic and religious background.

All are welcome and accepted. Come and enjoy friendship and take the opportunity to learn more about the Bible and the Christian life.

Leaders(s): Rich Mendola          Mendola.2@osu.edu               975.5686
Location: First Church of the Nazarene, 142 King Avenue
Other Details: The Story of Jesus in Luke; Transportation provided
Meeting Times: Friday, 7:00 for dinner!
Synopsis: Jesus is the most important person in the Bible. Learn about his life from beginning to end. Learn why his life is so amazing & important! We eat together each week. Practice your English, understand Western Culture better, understand why people believe and follow God and evaluate why you believe what you believe.  Rich has taught the Bible for 27 years and has written several Bible study guides.  He welcomes people from all backgrounds to come and ask questions

Leaders(s): Mike Burt                 mike_ifi@yahoo.com               306.0104
Mo Woods               mo_ifi@yahoo.com                 296.4237
Location: Columbus Mennonite Church, 35 Oakland Park Avenue, 43214
Other Details: Multicultural Group Study, Transportation provided
Meeting Times: Friday, 7:30 pm
Synopsis: Beginning September 21st, Mike and Mo’s group Bible study is a great opportunity for you to practice English and make new friends!  From 7:30-8:30 play games like ping-pong and English building word games and activities. From 8:30-9:30 Mike teaches lecture style through the Bible. You will learn the Bible’s basic teachings.  From 9:30 to whenever, we will play, eat snacks and socialize.  We have extra group activities and parties during the year.

Leaders(s): Karen Oliver            karenLoliver@juno.com           267.8921
Roy/Marie Crase     rcrase@handywork.us            471.6318
Location: 689 Harley Drive, University Village area
Other Details: Mixed Group Bible Study, Transportation provided
Meeting Times: Friday, 8:00 pm
Synopsis: This group has attracted a wide age range of people and occupations, from graduate students to full-time workers, singles and families.  We usually meet at Karen's home, an easy walk from anywhere in University Village.  Ours is a discussion-oriented Bible study group.  It's also a great place to improve English skills and make long-time friends.  And we enjoy singing and celebrating holidays together.  New people are always welcome! 

Leaders(s): Joyce Aubuchon      JAubu7737@aol.com              764.0470
Location: Columbus Mennonite Fellowship, 35 Oakland Park Avenue, 43214
Other Details: International Wives ESL & Bible Study, Transportation Provided
Meeting Times: Thursday, 1-3 pm
Synopsis: Practice English, make new friends, learn American culture, learn about the Bible and do special activities. Call Joyce for a ride.

Leaders(s): JoyceAubuchon       JAubu7737@aol.com              764.0470
Janna                      
parkjm@earthlink.net               781.0146
Location: NEW Recreation Center, Buckeye Village
Other Details: International Mothers Group, Next Meetings: March 11, April 8, and May 13
Meeting Times: Monthly on 2nd Tuesday,  9:30-11:15 am
Synopsis: Meet other mothers, form new friendships, make a craft, hear various speakers and share & discuss child related issues facing Moms raising children today

Leaders(s): George Chow          georgekchow@yahoo.com      226-5632
Jeff Sprague            jwsprague03@gmail.com        657-5112
Asako Sprague        Asako.624@gmail.com            571-5727
Location: 3326 Kirkham Road, Columbus, OH 43221
Other Details: Multicultural Investigative Bible Study, Transportation provided
Meeting Times: Thursday, Friday; 6:30 for potluck
Synopsis: We welcome people from all different nations and focus on learning the Bible together and growing in our friendship.  Eat potluck dinner together from 6:30 to 7:30.  From 7:30–8:00 we sing worship songs and do an icebreaker. Bible study is from 8:00–9:15 and prayer is from 9:15-9:45.  9:45 to ? we talk/hang out, play board games: 5 straight, UNO, NintendoWii! etc.

Leaders(s): Gene Greene          greenegarden@wideopenwest.com        885.5826
Mark Leach             mdleach@hotmail.com

Nancy Leach           njleach@hotmail.com
Location: 5723 Sandalwood Blvd., Near 161 and I-71 
Other Details: Your Home Away From Home, Transportation provided
Meeting Times: Friday, 7:30 pm
Synopsis: Enjoy learning about the Bible, make new friendships and practice your English in an American couple’s home! 

Leaders(s): Eric Benson             erbenson1@yahoo.com          733.0748
Location: Colony Square Apartments,  Chambers Road
Other Details: Multicultural Bible Study, Transportation Provided 
Meeting Times: Friday, 8:00 pm
Synopsis: This fall we are studying major individuals in the Bible to include Abraham, Moses, David, Jesus and Paul.  Newcomers are always welcome!

Leaders(s): Jenny Seymour       jenny@britholidays.com           784-0719
Jon Seymour 
Location: 462 Glenmont Ave, Columbus 43214, North Clintonville area
Other Details: Multicultural Bible Study in Acts, Pick up service can be arranged 
Meeting Times: Every other Friday, 6:30 - Starts 9/28
Synopsis: This group is designed to help communicate the principles of the Bible and to serve as a place where students and visiting scholars can come, relax, have fun and make friendships.  We often host holiday gatherings and plan fun activities which can include children.  We have three children and are happy to have other children in our home. Potluck dinner at 6:30

Leaders(s): Barb Fink                 bgoodgrace@aol.com             447-0044
Jenny Seymour       jenny@britholidays.com
Location: Buckeye Village Recreation Center, Located off of Ackerman Road 
Other Details: Women’s Multicultural Bible Study 
Meeting Times: Every other Thursday, 7:30 - Starts 9/27
Synopsis: Our small group is designed for visiting international ladies, students, visiting scholars, and mothers to come and discuss the teachings of the Bible, ask questions and form friendships.  At the group ladies with children normally leave them in the care of their husbands.

Leaders(s): Charlie Maxwell       maxwelc51@gmail.com           561-6117
Jon Seymour     
Location: 1766 Colhasset Lane, Columbus 43220, Located off of Bethel Road 
Other Details: Men’s Multicultural Bible Study
Meeting Times: Every other Saturday, 10:00 AM - Starts 9/22
Synopsis: Our group is designed for international students and scholars who want o improve on their English skills while investigating Christianity.

Leaders(s): Tim Walter               tim@ancfchurch.org                531-2356
Location: 5257 Davidson Road, Hilliard, Ohio
Other Details: Thai Friendship Group, Pick up service can be arranged
Meeting Times: Every other Friday, 7:30 – Starts 9/28
Synopsis: Informal way for Thai students to build friendships and get to know more about God.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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195 Chittenden Ave., Columbus, OH 43201

Tel: 614.294.2434

 

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