Here at St. Paul’s Lutheran Chapel in Iowa City we have found that there are many “languages” that transcend cultural barriers: food, music, card games and… knitting?
It’s true.
Every Tuesday morning ladies from the U. S., Taiwan, and Korea gather at the Chapel to knit and crochet while discussing current events and family life, ending with prayer and a short devotion. Many of the ladies are wives of International students, or are here with their children as they study at the University or a local high school.
This group is a great source for social interaction and sharing the love of Christ. It’s also a place where they can learn about American culture. And, judging from this picture and the beautiful afghan, they learn quickly! The Hawkeye afghan was made by one of the ladies in the group for her child who is attending the University. She was kind enough to share the pattern with the rest of the group.
Our Tuesday morning group is always fun to be with and it’s great to see the creativity, laugh with each other and learn about each other’s cultures. This is what International Student Ministry at St. Paul’s is all about – sharing each other’s lives, learning from each other, and most importantly, sharing the love of God found in Christ Jesus.
