Online Volunteer Application

International Friendships, Inc. (IFI) is a Christian organization. We seek to promote friendship and hospitality for international students. The students participating come from a variety of countries. Staff members work closely with volunteers from local churches to provide various services that address the social, cultural, and spiritual interests of international students. Our activities are open to students from all cultural and religious backgrounds. Please click here to view our Statement of Faith.

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We Believe

We Believe:

That the scriptures of the Old and New Testament are inspired by God, inerrant in the original writings, and of supreme and final authority in faith and life (2 Timothy 3:16; 1 Thessalonians 2:13; 2 Peter 1:21);
In one God, eternally existing in three persons: Father, Son and Holy Spirit (1 John 5:7; Genesis 1:26; Matthew 3:16-17; 28:19; Luke 1:35; Isaiah 9:6; Hebrews 1:8-9);
That Jesus Christ was begotten by the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary and is true God and true man (John 1:1, 14, 20:28; 1 Timothy 3:16; Isaiah 9:6; Philippians 2:5-6; 1 Timothy 2:5);
That man was created in the image of God; that he sinned, and thereby incurred not only physical death, but also spiritual death (which is separation from God) and that all human beings are born with a sinful nature (Genesis 1:26-31, 3:1-7; Romans 5:12-21);
That the Lord Jesus Christ died for our sins according to the Scripture, as a representative and substitutionary sacrifice, and that all who believe in Him are justified on the grounds of His shed blood (Ephesians 2:8-9; Titus 3:5; Romans 10:9-10; Acts 16:31; Hebrews 9:22; John 1:12);
In the resurrection of the crucified body of our Lord, in His ascension into heaven, and in His present life there for us, as High Priest and Advocate (Luke 24:36, 39; John 2:19, 20:26-28; Philippians 3:20-21);
In “that blessed hope,” the personal and imminent return of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ (Acts 1:11; 1 Corinthians 11:26; Philippians 1:10; 1 Thessalonians 3:13, 4:15-5:4, 5:23; 2 Timothy 4:8; Titus 2:13; Hebrews 9:28, 10:25, 37; 1 John 2:28, 3:2-3; Revelation 3:11; 16:15, 22:12-13, 22:20-21);
That all who receive by faith the Lord Jesus Christ are born again of the Holy Spirit and thereby become children of God (John 1:12, 3:16; Acts 2:38; Romans 6:3, 8:9, 10:9-10; 2 Corinthians 5:17; Ephesians 1:13-14, 2:8-9; Galatians 3:26; Titus 3:5);
In the bodily resurrection of the just and the unjust, the everlasting blessedness of the saved, and the everlasting punishment of the lost (John 5:28-29; Acts 17:31, 24:15; 1 Corinthians 15:12; Revelation 20:12-13).

IFI's Statement of Faith*

Yes, I have read and I agree to comply with IFI's statement of faith by not teaching or practicing contrary doctrines.

No, I do not feel comfortable complying with IFI's statement of faith.

Please note, if you select "No" to IFI's Statement of Beliefs, you will not be accepted as an IFI Volunteer.

General Information

First Name*

Preferred Name

Last Name*

Email*

Primary Phone*

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Location*

City State

Gender*

Birthday*

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Marital Status*

Country of Origin

IFI will use your contact information for communicating directly with you and helping you to communicate with international students if you so choose. We never, ever sell or share your contact info with other businesses or organizations (no matter how nice they are).

Please tell us a little more about yourself

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How did you hear about IFI?

Please tell us about how you came to know Jesus Christ personally and what it looks like for you to follow him in your daily life*

Church you attend*

Church Denomination*

Please tell us about your current involvement at your church.*

Be sure to include how long you've been a member and any ministry experience you have, including discipleship, etc.

Are you currently being discipled in a one-on-one or small group? Please explain briefly what this time looks like for you.*

International Experience

Please tell us about any involvement you've had with other cultures and international students in a short paragraph.

Travelling abroad, mission trips, heritage, friendships, etc.

Please briefly describe your heart for international students and how you became interested in serving them.*

Are there any cultural or religious backgrounds for which you have particular interest or burden?

Are you fluent in English?*

Yes

Somewhat

In addition to English, what other languages do you speak?

Training Info

Are you currently a registered IFI Volunteer with a physical location?

I have attended a volunteer training for serving students online.*

Opportunities

Which online volunteer opportunities most interest you?*

Consider your gifting and how you could serve.

Group Conversation Facilitator/ Initiator

English Conversation Partner

Discipling a Student One on One

Bible Study Leader

Other

Are there any other ways you would like to serve that are not listed above? Please Explain.

Are you also interested in volunteering in-person if a physical IFI Location exists in your area?

Yes

Please note that IFI may send you information about each of the volunteer opportunities you select.

References

Please provide an email address for each reference. References should not be family.

Pastor/Spiritual Leader/Mentor

Someone who knows you well

Ref 1 - Name*

First Last

Ref 1 - Relationship to you

Ref 1 - Phone

Ref 1 - Email*

Reference #2

Another person who knows you well

Ref 2 - Name*

First Last

Ref 2 - Relationship to you

Ref 2 - Phone

Ref 2 - Email*

Agreements

I agree to comply with IFI's volunteer policy, statement of faith and liability release for volunteers by not teaching or practicing contrary doctrines. By submitting this form: I understand that as a volunteer of International Friendships (IFI), I am representing a Christian ministry and thus the Lord Jesus Christ, and I will seek to conduct myself in a manner consistent with a Biblical lifestyle. I give permission for IFI to contact the pastor of my church as a reference if needed. I understand that because volunteers will represent IFI to the students, IFI reserves the right to make decisions regarding placement.

Communication Consent*

I agree to receive communications from IFI.

IFI Volunteer Policy*

Yes, I have read and I understand IFI's volunteer policy.

Click here to view our Volunteer Policy

Liability Release*

Yes, I have read and agree to the terms and conditions of the Liability Release Form.

Click here to view the Liability Release for Volunteers

Background Check*

I agree to have a background check done on me.