Caesar’s faith journey crosses cultural divides

Tian Xia had a plan to leave China to continue his studies. Even in high school he enjoyed learning about Western culture, so he read quite a bit about Roman history. That’s the main reason for his English name – Caesar. “At the time, I said, ‘This guy’s quite cool,’”...

News – Autumn 2017

Former student leaders join staff team Blake Marshall The Lincoln team is welcoming a familiar face as associate staff. Blake Marshall was involved with the CF during his time at Lincoln University, where he graduated in 2006 with a degree in agricultural science. He...

Say ‘bula’ with us

From kiwifruit and apples to pineapples and mangos. From thermals and gumboots to jandals and sulus. From “kia ora” to “bula!” From NZ’s culture to Fiji’s. In November a group of students from NZ will leave the shores of Aotearoa to arrive in the welcoming embrace of...

Former student leaders join staff team

Blake Marshall The Lincoln team is welcoming a familiar face as associate staff. Blake Marshall was involved with the CF during his time at Lincoln University, where he graduated in 2006 with a degree in agricultural science. He was a new Christian then, and said that...

International ministry leaders say farewell

Jeff and Jane Pelz moved to Auckland with their children, Sasha and Joshua, to work with TSCF 10 years ago. They have served in a number of significant roles both locally and nationally, with an emphasis on directing world mission and international student ministries....

Regions launch 2017

TSCF’s annual summer camp had a twist this year, allowing those who might not be able to travel to other parts of the country or take a week away from summer jobs to still gather in four locations. Team leaders report back: Auckland Will you go along with the crowd or...