English-as-a-Second-Language (ESL) Classes

These are offered free of charge to anyone wishing to learn English or to improve what they already know. These classes focus on conversational English rather than on reading and writing. 

Classes are usually offered in 10-week sessions and meet on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. (On occasion, a morning session is offered with these sessions.) Several class-levels are offered to satisfy the student’s needs, knowledge, and ability: Basic I, II, and III, and Intermediate I, and II. Classes meeting in the evening also benefit from a short, informal, evangelistic Bible study taught in Spanish.

FBC is blessed to have over 30 volunteers trained to teach ESL to the Hispanic people (volunteers do not need to speak Spanish). There are also volunteers who work “behind the scenes” to keep the ministry going by preparing the materials used by teachers and students. All of them give generously of their time and energy to help Hispanic people each ESL session. All is done in the name of Christ and for His glory. Their reward is great in Heaven!  

GED Classes 

This is basically an extension of our ESL ministry in that it is an advanced English class for people who can converse a little in English and are now seeking to improve reading and writing it. The focus is more on grammar and on building vocabulary. They also cover basic material that will help prepare the student for taking the GED test in English.

Other Courses 

On occasion, we offer various other courses as need arises, such as Citizenship classes for those seeking to become US citizens, and basic computer courses for adults. Please call our church office for more information.