English as an Additional Language

EAL is a welcoming community where newcomers learn and practice English, build friendships, and explore the Christian faith through Bible stories and English conversation.

Please see our schedule information below for when courses and groups are running at our different locations.

EAL at Winnipeg South

FALL REGISTRATION DAY is Sunday, SEPT 27, 2026

*NEW FORMAT - register in person
  • SUNDAY, SEPT 27, 2026 at 9:15 AM in room A1
  • Please come to meet our team, register and be assessed for class placement.
SUNDAY MORNINGS - Beginner & Intermediate
  • classes for Beginners (CLB 1–4)  & Intermediate 
  • Course dates: October 4, 2026 – June 27, 2027, weekly at 9:15 AM 
  • come to room A1 first time for registration & assessment

WEDNESDAY EVENINGS - Intermediate only
  • Course dates: Oct 7, 2026 - June 23, 2027, weekly at 7:00 PM in room A4
HOW TO JOIN
You are welcome to join our EAL classes throughout the year. The first time you come we will do registration and assessment so that the next time you come you will know which class to join.

  • On your first visit, simply come to room A1 for registration & assessment to determine which level you will be in
  • Then on your second visit you may join your class
About our EAL classes
An EAL Series for Life, Faith, and Community
Whether you are new to Canada or simply want to improve your English, EAL at Church of the Rock is a welcoming place to learn, grow, and build community.

Our classes are designed specifically for adult newcomers and combine practical English with meaningful conversations about everyday life, Canadian culture, and biblical values such as hope, kindness, courage, forgiveness, and love.

Each lesson develops listening, speaking, reading, and vocabulary through interactive activities, real-life situations, and supportive small-group discussions.

Everyone is welcome! No previous Bible knowledge is required. Our goal is to help you build confidence in English while making new friends and feeling connected in your new community.
Levels we offer
Level 1 - Beginning English (CLB 1-2)

This class is designed for learners who are just starting to learn English.

Students will learn to:

  • introduce themselves
  • communicate in everyday situations
  • understand basic vocabulary
  • ask and answer simple questions
  • build confidence speaking English
  • learn about life in Canada

Lessons include many visuals, games, conversation practice, role plays, and supportive classroom activities.

Level 2 - Building Confidence (CLB 3-4)

This class is designed for learners who already have basic English and want to become more confident communicating.

Students will learn to:

  • participate in longer conversations
  • improve listening and speaking
  • expand vocabulary
  • develop reading and writing skills
  • communicate more confidently at work and in the community
  • continue exploring life, faith, and community through practical English
Intermediate
(details to come)
What makes our classes different?
  • Practical English for everyday life
  • Friendly and supportive teachers
  • Small-group conversations
  • Real-life Canadian topics
  • Interactive activities

Living Stones Bible Fellowship

“Discover faith. Find hope. Grow together.” We are a weekly Bible fellowship group of people from different cultures and languages, walking side by side as we search for life’s answers. We share, we learn, we encourage, we grow. Here, we seek Jesus, the cornerstone of our faith.

Please see the schedule below for our next meeting day/time at the church.

Bronx Park

EAL Courses

Join us for a FREE Conversational English program with conversation groups for all levels of English.

  • Class Options Include:
    • CLB Beginner to #2
    • CLB #2-3
    • CLB #3-4
    • Phonics
    • Focus on Grammar

  • No childcare provided at this time.
  • Registration is not required.
  • Location: 570 Sharron Bay S  
in the Basement Hall
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