World English Institute & Bible Correspondence School — Organization Profile
World English Institute & Bible Correspondence School (WEI) is an evangelistic teaching ministry that uses English instruction as a bridge to Bible study. Its stated purpose is “proclaiming the gospel throughout the world” by using God’s Word as the text to teach English grammar, helping students improve reading, writing, listening, and speaking while being introduced to Scripture through structured lessons.
WEI’s model is built around a teacher–student relationship. Students enroll for free, work through lessons online at their own pace, and are paired with a volunteer teacher who reviews submitted work and provides encouragement. WEI describes this approach as a way for Christians to participate in missions from home, using the organization’s teaching platform to connect with learners from many nations.
Alongside its online learning site, WEI publishes regular updates and newsletters that highlight its work and share stories from students and teachers. The ministry also provides courses at multiple levels (elementary, intermediate, and advanced) and supplemental lessons, with certificates and diploma milestones described as part of its learning pathway. WEI emphasizes that the Bible reading components are integrated into the English lessons, aiming to place Scripture in front of students who may not otherwise engage it.
Administratively, WEI lists two primary offices and notes local church oversight connected to those locations. The organization identifies a Gresham, Oregon office (at Metro Church of Christ) and a Maryville, Tennessee office (at Maryville Church of Christ), reflecting an operational footprint that supports participation across the United States and internationally through the internet-based program.
People can engage with WEI by enrolling as students, registering as volunteer teachers, sharing the program with their congregations or communities, and supporting the ministry financially through its published giving options. For churches seeking a practical way to build outreach relationships, WEI positions its English-and-Bible lesson structure as a scalable tool that can be used for local ministry or global connection.
Key Links
- Website: https://worldenglishinstitute.net/
- Teaching Platform (Student Site): https://worldenglishinstitute.org/
- About WEI: https://worldenglishinstitute.net/about-us/
- Contact (Offices & Staff): https://worldenglishinstitute.net/contact-us/
- Get Involved: https://worldenglishinstitute.net/get-involved/
- Newsletters: https://worldenglishinstitute.net/newsletter/
- Donate: https://worldenglishinstitute.net/donate/
Contact Information
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- Phone: 503-621-2334
- Phone: 503-621-8466
- Phone: 865-803-2909
- Phone: 865-680-9192
- Phone: 270-590-4762
- Mailing address: Metro Church of Christ, 1525 NW Division Street, Gresham, OR 97030
- Mailing address: Maryville Church of Christ, P.O. Box 5293, Maryville, TN 37802
Socials
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WEIFreeEnglish/
- X: https://x.com/WEIFreeEnglish
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@worldenglishinstitute4888
Leadership
- Richard (Dick) Ady — Founder (Gresham Office)
- Tom Langley — President (Maryville Office)
- Deborah Henry — Secretary
- Lee Allen — Director of Development & Teacher Support
- Darrell Wallace — Director of Teacher Recruitment
