Are you thinking of starting an ESL ministry at your church? You’re not alone!
Many have felt a burden to reach the unchurched, non-English-speaking population living in their communities and to this end the Southern Ontario Cooperative for ESL Ministries (SOCEM) aims to help. We are a group of Christian believers who teach English as a Second Language and encourage others to develop church-based ESL ministries of excellence. We want to challenge and enable you to engage in this type of ministry in your own community. This Quick Start Guide will lead you through some important steps to beginning your ministry but it is by no means exhaustive nor prescriptive. Use this guide as a tool, as you deem fit for your particular setting. Let the Holy Spirit be your guide as you venture into this rewarding and challenging ministry.
Starting Up resources from the Calgary Cooperative
If you have any questions, or would like to connect with other ESL ministry leaders, please send us an email: eslministries@gmail.com