International Student Ministry

Welcome to the USA and to Austin!  We know it can be a very challenging experience to adjust to a new country and culture.

We offer English and Bible class opportunities for international students, scholars, their families and friends in order to help with this transition to America.  All classes are free, though it may be suggested to purchase a textbook for some classes.

To get more information or enroll in a class, please send an e-mail to Mrs. Marcia at marcia@ulcaustin.com with your name and class choices (class number#) or click on this link to register directly: Registration Form

Summer Session 2012 English Opportunities

All classes meet once a week on the designated day.

Class #1
Sunday, 9:30 – 10:30 am
ESL Bible
Location: King of Kings Lutheran Church, 17000 Smyers Lane, Round Rock,78681
Free English Bible provided – various topics will be studied
Teacher: Mr. Elmer
(Childcare available)
Class meets every Sunday

Class #2
Monday, 6:15 – 7:45
English Conversation
Location: Spider House Cafe, 2908 Fruth St., Austin, 78705
Leader: Ms. Tricia
Begins June 4 

Class #3
Tuesday, 10:30 – 12:00 Noon
English Conversation
Location: St. Paul Lutheran Church, 3501 Red River St., 78705
Leader: Mr. Mark
Class will begin June 12

Class #4
Tuesday, 12:45 – 2 pm
ESL Bible
Location: St. Paul Lutheran Church, 3501 Red River St., 78705
Teachers:Ms. Marcia, Mr. Brian
Class will begin June 12

Class #6
Wednesday, 9 – 10:15 AM
English Conversation
Location: Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1500 Anderson Lane, 78757
Leaders: Ms. Marge, Ms. Adrienne, Mr. Tim, Ms. Kathy
Class meets each Wednesday 

Class #7
Wednesday, 10:30 – 11:30 am
ESL Bible
Location: Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1500 Anderson Lane, 78757
Leaders: Ms. Marge & Ms. Adrienne, Mr. Jim, Ms. Kathy
Class meets each Wednesday 

Class #9
Children’s After School Club
(Will meet in summer – dates to be determined)

Class #10
Thursday, 10:00 am – 12 noon
Crafts & Conversation, (Cost $5 per class)
Location: St. Paul Lutheran Church, 3501 Red River Street, Austin, 78705
Leader: Ms. Barbara
Class will begin June 7 

Class #12
Thursday, 5:00 – 6:00 pm
Men’s English Conversation Time
Location: Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1500 Anderson Lane, Austin 78757
Leader: Mr. Richard
Class will meet June 7, 14, 28, July 5, 19, 26 

CLASS DESCRIPTIONS:

English Conversation Groups
These classes provide opportunities to practice English in a casual setting. You can make new friends and learn about American culture. The emphasis is on speaking English. Classes are casual and fun and small. (4 – 7 people per class)

ESL Bible Class
This ancient book has inspired much language in American culture.  We provide English Bibles and other texts as needed, free-of-charge for participants.

Children’s After School Club For children ages 5 through 12. Activities include educational experiments, cultural info, crafts, play time.

Crafts & Conversation Each week a different craft project will be made by the class.  There is a minimal cost for this class to pay for materials.

 English Conversation Partners A limited number of American volunteers are willing to be English Conversation partners.  Meeting one-on-one, at a mutually convenient place one hour per week.  To apply: send an e-mail to Marcia@ulcaustin.com for an application.

HOW TO REGISTER FOR A CLASS

Send an email with your name and choice of classes (class #) to: marcia@ulcaustin.com or register directly by clicking on this link:Registration Form

Your enrollment will be confirmed via email, text or phone.