Adults had elective classes including Bible study in their own language and English as a second language. In the ESL class, the Bible was used as a text, and studying English was combined with Bible truth. Bible studies are altered to help meet their need. Characteristics a. 10 different language groups of immigrant and refugees have moved into this neighborhood. No other evangelical group is working with these groups.
All groups seem to co-exist in the neighborhood with little friction.
There is a strong desire among refugee and immigrant groups to make money in America. Most realize they must first learn English to get a good job. The sponsoring church has adequate space to have several classes meeting simultaneously. Positive Ideas a. U.S. government literature on ethnics was used to understand the various cultures and language characteristics.