English as a Second Language
Our classes are called HOPE, which stands for Helping Others Practice English. Our goal is to help students learn practical conversation skills and make meaningful connections.
We are followers of Jesus. We want to obey Jesus because we believe he is God. In the Bible, Jesus tells us to love and welcome our neighbors. You are our neighbor! We care about you and want to help you learn English and be successful in America.
OUR CLASSES
From September to May, we have two semesters of English classes for adults. Classes are once a week for two hours. Our classes focus on conversation and learning to understand and speak English. Our classes range from beginner to advanced, and students are encouraged to start any time!
Regular Classes (by location)
Classes are held at four locations around the city of Erie. Some meet during the day and some at night. Click below for dates & times!
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Date: weekly on Tuesdays
Time: 9:30–11:30am
Place: 720 E 6th St, Erie, PA 16507English class levels: 0, 1, 2, 3
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Childcare is available for ages 0–6.
Date: weekly on Thursdays
Time: 9:30–11:30am
Place: 1102 E Gore Rd, Erie, PA 16504English class levels: 0, 1, 2, 4, 5
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Children’s program with tutoring for ages 6–12.
Date: weekly on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays
Time: 3:45–5:30pm
Place: 933 E 22nd St, Erie, PA 16503
Room: 34 (Upstairs)English class levels: 0, 1, 2
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Childcare is available for ages 3–11.
Date: weekly on Tuesdays
Time: 7:00–9:00pm
Place: 2939 Zimmerly Rd, Erie, PA 16506English class levels: 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and Advanced
You can register for any of these regularly scheduled classes by clicking the link below.
Summer Classes
We’re offering a variety of specialized summer classes this year! Click to view the dates & times, and take note of who the classes are designed for based on native language.
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Date: Mondays (June 1–July 6)
Time: 2:00–4:00pm
Place: Wesley United Methodist Church
3308 South St, Erie, PA 16510*Time change: class starts at 3:00pm on June 1.
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Date: Tuesdays (June 2–July 7)
Time: 2:00–4:00pm
Place: Wesley United Methodist Church
3308 South St, Erie, PA 16510*Time change: class starts at 3:00pm on June 2.
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Date: Tuesdays (June 2–July 7)
Time: 6:00–8:00pm
Place: Vietnamese Alliance Church
720 E 6th St | Erie, PA 16507Prepare for the driver’s permit exam by learning the written and unwritten rules of the road. Practical driving practice on a realistic computer simulator. Class is designed for those who can not read the PA Manual in English or their native language. No language skills needed.
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Date: Wednesdays (June 3–July 8)
Time: 10:00am–12:00pm
Place: Vietnamese Alliance Church
720 E 6th St | Erie, PA 16507Prepare for the driver’s permit exam by learning the written and unwritten rules of the road. Practical driving practice on a realistic computer simulator. Class is designed for those who can not read the PA Manual in English or their native language. No language skills needed.
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Date: Wednesdays and Thursdays (July 1–August 5)
Time: 2:00–4:00pm
Place: McKinley Elementary School
933 E 22nd St, Erie, PA 16503
Room: 34 (Upstairs)Class with a focus on reading and writing for beginner and intermediate levels.
GET CONNECTED
HOPE Volunteers
Interested in serving with HOPE Ministry? There are so many opportunities to get involved, both in and outside of the classroom! You don’t need to speak a foreign language or have professional experience—training is available. If you love Jesus and love people, you can volunteer! Service hours are available upon request. For more information, fill out the form below.
HOPE Newsletter
Want to stay connected? Sign up for our monthly newsletter for volunteers and supporters of HOPE Ministry.
Want to learn more?
If you are interested in more information about HOPE, fill out the form below to get in touch with our HOPE ministry leader, Amy McCullough.
amccullough@facerie.org | 814-833-9862 x241