Christmas Outreach

The Christmas season was used by International Language Ministry groups to reach out to people who do not yet know Jesus. There were eight big ILM Christmas events. A couple of examples of the evangelistic efforts include: 1) at the South Asian Fellowship gathering, of 80+ guests, 23 were not yet believers in Jesus, 2) at the Korean gathering, nearly ½ of the attendees were new to Willingdon Church.

MB Ministry Transformation Leadership Seminary Program

Many of our ILM leaders continue the studies in the MB Ministry Transformation Leadership seminary program. This is an indication of the level of commitment and leadership quality in our ILM volunteer leaders. One of them is Raymond Leung, who this year was installed as one of the new Cantonese ministry leaders, and he started a part time practicum at WC since September.  

ESL

2024 was a record-breaking year for our English as a Second Language Program. Thanks to Naiara Rodrigues, Bill Tong, and the 38 volunteer teachers, we have been able to serve over 300 students per semester, providing them with enhanced language skills, friendships, and an opportunity to hear about Jesus.

Student Testimonial - Jenny, E5 ESL student from Mexico

My name is Jenny, and I came from Mexico a few years ago. I attended the ESL Advanced 2 class (Friday in person). I was doing my homework when I realized how much I had improved in the last few months since I started the ESL program and how thankful I am because of that!

The ESL program helped me upgrade my vocabulary and my communication skills. In each class, we study from an adult ESL text book. We also learn about the word of the Gospel through the knowledge and experiences of my teachers. My classmates are people from different parts of the world, and it's amazing how we have a deep connection through the Gospel.

The ESL experience changed my life in Canada. I used to feel frustrated because I couldn't understand my daughter's teacher and got lost finding an address. Now, I feel confident enough to apply, study, and get a good score on the Board Exam to get my license as a Doctor in Canada. I know that there is still a long way to go to get my license, but I have a good foundation from ESL Willingdon Ministry. I hope my testimony can help more immigrants to be inspired, and never give up following the path of our Lord Jesus Christ to start their lives in a new country that we call Home.