Talk Time One-to-One Classes  

Tuesdays, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.

Since February 2004, Faith Lutheran Church has offered opportunities for immigrants to improve their English language speaking and comprehension skills in a relaxed environment with individual attention from a volunteer. 

Each Tuesday evening we start with refreshments and registration, and then match a volunteer with one or two students who practice reading and speaking English. 

Typical instruction consists of the student reading a short prepared lesson during which his or her pronunciation and comprehension are reviewed; the lessons include questions to stimulate further conversation. At the end of the lesson, the students and volunteers carry on conversations on any topic that they desire. 

Students are encouraged to bring questions if they need help on other topics, such as understanding slang, accepted behavior in social situations, filling out forms, etc. Each class stands by itself, so attendance every week is not necessary. Students may attend as their individual schedules permit. 

Occasionally we conduct special programs to explain topics such as American holidays and customs. Children can be accommodated in the nursery, while the parent converses with their volunteer. 

Classes are free.