The Role of Christianity in Promoting Cultural Exchange and Adaptation Among International Students: A Case Study of Hanyang International Church

Yiying Liao

doi:10.71113/JCSIS.2025v2i2.116-123

Authors

Yiying Liao Hanyang University , South Korea

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.71113/JCSIS.2025v2i2.116-123

Keywords:

Christianity, Cultural Adaptation, International Students, Cross-Cultural Exchange, Religious Support

Abstract

全球化背景下，越来越多的中国留学生出国深造，面临着语言障碍、文化冲突、心理孤立等挑战。基督教会以其独特的社会功能和文化影响力，成为这些留学生的重要支撑。本研究以安山市汉阳国际教会为研究对象，该教会在帮助中国留学生适应新文化、进行跨文化交流方面取得了成功。通过对10名参与教会活动的中国留学生进行深入访谈，本研究探讨了他们与教会的最初接触、持续参与的动机以及教会活动对他们文化适应的实际效果。研究结果旨在为留学生提供可行的策略，并为宗教实践提供有价值的参考。

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