Serving Our Local Community

English as a Second Language (ESL)

PLEASE NOTE: The English as a Second Language (ESL) ministry is taking a break and will not be offering classes from September 2011 to August 2012.

The English as a Second Language (ESL) ministry is designed to help internationals learn the English language and American culture, to provide exposure to the American Christian community, and to facilitate the development of relationships with Americans as well as other internationals.

English classes are taught in a relaxed, informal group setting. Classes meet at Covenant Life Church and include time for group discussion relevant to the students’ needs and interests. Each class has a teacher and an English-speaking assistant. Class sizes are typically around 10 students, all from various nations and language backgrounds, thereby requiring the students to speak in English. Dinner and child care are provided free of charge.

Questions? E-mail Karlyn Robinson, or call the church office for information. There are many opportunities to serve in this ministry; to express your interest, visit the LINK table in the church lobby on Sunday.

Classes are offered at the following levels:

Beginner:  Beginner classes are for students with little to no English background or instruction. Classes are designed to teach students the basics of English language conversation.

Intermediate I and II:  Intermediate classes are for students with some English background or instruction. Classes are designed to teach students how to become comfortable using English at their jobs, in social settings and in various daily activities (shopping, eating, traveling).

Advanced I and II:  Advanced classes are for students who are accomplished in conversational English but who wish to further develop their writing skills, enunciation, and vocabulary. Time is given to learning idioms, writing, speaking in front of the class, and discussing culture.