CSMN – Frequently Asked Questions
Who is CSMN?
CSMN stands for Christian Student Ministry Netherlands. We are a Christian organization for Chinese students. We are officially linked to the International Christian Fellowship (ICF).
What do we do?
We create a safe and welcoming space where students can explore faith, ask meaningful questions, build community, and grow together. This includes regular meetings, discussions, worship, social events, and occasional trips or retreats.
What is the cost for membership?
There is no cost to join. Our events and meetings are free unless otherwise specified for special events or trips.
What do we not do?
We do not force anyone to follow Jesus. We respect everyone’s journey and beliefs.
I am not a Christian. Can I join?
Yes! We welcome students from all backgrounds and worldviews—whether you're curious, skeptical, or simply want to explore faith and ask big questions.
What can I expect?
We aim for a friendly and respectful environment.
Please note: We don’t drink alcohol or smoke during any of our gatherings or events.
What kind of activities do we do besides the regular meetings?
In addition to weekly gatherings, we organize:
How does a typical evening look like?
A usual evening includes:
Are you only for Protestants?
While we are a Protestant Christian organization, we warmly welcome students from all denominations and beliefs. Everyone is invited to join and be part of the community.
CSMN stands for Christian Student Ministry Netherlands. We are a Christian organization for Chinese students. We are officially linked to the International Christian Fellowship (ICF).
What do we do?
We create a safe and welcoming space where students can explore faith, ask meaningful questions, build community, and grow together. This includes regular meetings, discussions, worship, social events, and occasional trips or retreats.
What is the cost for membership?
There is no cost to join. Our events and meetings are free unless otherwise specified for special events or trips.
What do we not do?
We do not force anyone to follow Jesus. We respect everyone’s journey and beliefs.
I am not a Christian. Can I join?
Yes! We welcome students from all backgrounds and worldviews—whether you're curious, skeptical, or simply want to explore faith and ask big questions.
What can I expect?
We aim for a friendly and respectful environment.
Please note: We don’t drink alcohol or smoke during any of our gatherings or events.
What kind of activities do we do besides the regular meetings?
In addition to weekly gatherings, we organize:
- Hikes and nature trips
- Movie nights
- Social dinners
- Game nights
- Weekend retreats and camps
How does a typical evening look like?
A usual evening includes:
- Welcome and informal hangout
- Singing or worship (optional participation)
- Short talk or discussion
- Group conversation or reflection
- Food/snacks and social time
Are you only for Protestants?
While we are a Protestant Christian organization, we warmly welcome students from all denominations and beliefs. Everyone is invited to join and be part of the community.
CSMN – 常见问题解答（FAQ）
CSMN 是什么？
CSMN 是 “荷兰基督徒学生事工”（Christian Student Ministry Netherlands）的缩写。我们是一个面向中国学生的基督徒组织，正式隶属于国际基督教团契（International Christian Fellowship, ICF）。
我们在做什么？
我们为学生提供一个安全和友善的环境，可以在这里探索信仰、提出有意义的问题、建立社区并一同成长。我们的活动包括定期聚会、讨论、敬拜、社交活动，以及偶尔的旅行或营会。
加入需要费用吗？
加入完全免费。我们的聚会和活动一般都不收费，除非是特别说明的活动或旅行。
我们不会做什么？
我们不会强迫任何人跟随耶稣。我们尊重每个人的信仰旅程和个人信念。
我不是基督徒，也可以参加吗？
当然可以！我们欢迎来自不同背景和世界观的学生——无论你是好奇、怀疑，还是希望探索信仰、提出人生的大问题。
我可以期待什么？
我们致力于营造一个友好和尊重他人的环境。
请注意：在我们的聚会和活动中，我们不饮酒或吸烟。
除了定期聚会，我们还会做哪些活动？
除了每周聚会，我们还会组织以下活动：
一个典型的晚上是怎样的？
通常的聚会流程包括：
你们只接纳新教徒吗？
虽然我们是一个新教基督教组织，但我们热烈欢迎来自不同教派和信仰背景的学生。无论你是谁，都欢迎加入我们的社区
CSMN 是 “荷兰基督徒学生事工”（Christian Student Ministry Netherlands）的缩写。我们是一个面向中国学生的基督徒组织，正式隶属于国际基督教团契（International Christian Fellowship, ICF）。
我们在做什么？
我们为学生提供一个安全和友善的环境，可以在这里探索信仰、提出有意义的问题、建立社区并一同成长。我们的活动包括定期聚会、讨论、敬拜、社交活动，以及偶尔的旅行或营会。
加入需要费用吗？
加入完全免费。我们的聚会和活动一般都不收费，除非是特别说明的活动或旅行。
我们不会做什么？
我们不会强迫任何人跟随耶稣。我们尊重每个人的信仰旅程和个人信念。
我不是基督徒，也可以参加吗？
当然可以！我们欢迎来自不同背景和世界观的学生——无论你是好奇、怀疑，还是希望探索信仰、提出人生的大问题。
我可以期待什么？
我们致力于营造一个友好和尊重他人的环境。
请注意：在我们的聚会和活动中，我们不饮酒或吸烟。
除了定期聚会，我们还会做哪些活动？
除了每周聚会，我们还会组织以下活动：
- 徒步旅行和亲近自然
- 电影之夜
- 社交晚餐
- 游戏之夜
- 周末营会和退修活动
一个典型的晚上是怎样的？
通常的聚会流程包括：
- 欢迎与自由交流时间
- 唱歌或敬拜（可选择参与）
- 短讲或小组讨论
- 分组分享或反思
- 食物/小吃与社交时间
你们只接纳新教徒吗？
虽然我们是一个新教基督教组织，但我们热烈欢迎来自不同教派和信仰背景的学生。无论你是谁，都欢迎加入我们的社区