International Outreach at Trinity exists to give internationals the opportunity to discover hope in Christ, stimulate the growth and development of their faith, and send them out as leaders equipped to reach their own people. The group is composed of many nations and languages inclusive of students, scholars, singles, families, and American friends who get together to encourage one another.
Above all else, International Outreach at Trinity desires that Jesus be made known among the nations through the equipping of internationals in our community. An international who undergoes a transformation from church attendee to leader leaves Trinity ready to minister and be involved in church leadership. A person like that is a dream realized.
- English as a Second Languages (ESL)
- Sunday Morning International Class
- Small Group Connections
- Large Group Events
- Outreach Programs
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Internationals and their family members are encouraged to take advantage of free English classes offered through Trinity Church. These classes are designed to help Internationals learn more about language skills and American culture.
ESL CLASS OFFERINGS
Free English(ESL)Classes
When: Mondays, 7-9 P.M
2011: Sept. 12 to Nov. 21; (no class on Oct. 31);
2012: Jan. 9 to May 7
Where: Trinity Church, 3355 Dunckel Road, Lansing, MI 48911
Taught by: Experienced / trained teachers and tutors
Registration Options:
1) Pre-register by email: bjbankson@gmail.com
2) First night you attend ESL class
Instructional Materials: Various materials including the Bible.
Other services offered:
• Free childcare only for children (4 years old and younger) of parents enrolled in ESOL classes
• Free Dean Transportation bus service from and to MSU campus. Pick up times:
o 6:20 p.m. Owen Hall
o 6:30 p.m. Spartan Village Laundry (Middlevale Street)
o 6:35 p.m. Spartan Village (West Crescent Street)
o 6:45 p.m. Trappers Cove Office Bldg Bus Stop
For more information, call or email:
Bonnie 517-281-8126 (cell) or bjbankson@gmail.com
Other services offered:
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Childrens' class and free childcare (4 years old and younger) for children of parents enrolled in ESL classes
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Free bus service from and to MSU campus:
For more information, email or call Bonnie at 281-8126.
Sunday Morning International Class
Every Sunday morning at 11am, Internationals from more than 20 countries gather for a time of worship, prayer, and small group Bible discussion. On the third Sunday of each month, attendees are encouraged to bring a dish and share a meal with other Internationals immediately following the class.
- Lessons are for developing faith of Christ-Followers. Another class discusses Sunday's message in simple English.
Transportation is available to and from Trinity on Sunday mornings upon request. For rides on Sunday, you may call Rex at 517.449.7994.
Small Group Connections
Amercian Friends of Internationals @ Trinity would love to welcome you to their homes, and offer small group Bible studies which meet regularly on Thursday or Friday evenings at 7:30 p.m. Meetings are informal and consist of light-hearted conversation with ample opportunities to explore the relevance of the Bible in daily living.
Leader: Rex Alocilja - Friday at 7:30 P.M.; Topic: "Learning to be like Jesus". Meet and Rex and Vangie's home on 1261 Marigold Ave., East Lansing. Call Rex at 517-449-7994 for questions or rides.
Leader: John Bankson - Sunday night, 7-8:30 P.M.; Topic: The Book of Revelation. Open to all. Meet at 1414 N. Foster, Lansing. Email: bjbankson@gmail.com.
Leaders: Norm and Joan Bell - Thursday at 7:00 P.M.; Topic: Ten Keys for Unlocking the Bible. Email: normbell@msu.edu.
Leaders: John and Inge Diehl - Fridays at 7:30 P.M.; Topic: Sunday's Message.
Leaders: Jim and Karen Getz - Sunday nights; Three different levels (or groups) of Bible studies. Questions: Call 517-485-7887 or email: navigate@msu.edu
Large Group Events
We celebrate holidays such as Easter, Christmas, and Thanksgiving. Each 4th of July, Internationals celebrate witht heir American friends, the USA Independence Day. New Internationals are invited to a welcome dinner at Trinity Church in early September.
Outreach Programs
Internationals are welcome to attend free seminars and workshops held periodically by MSU professors attending Trinity Church. Topics may include: cross-cultural adjustments, coping with academic challenges, and student-faculty relations.
For more information about Internationals @ Trinity, please contact Rex Alocilja at 517-272-3838; 517-449-7994
