- First Free Church1375 Carman Rd, Ballwin, MO 63021, USASunday 9:00 AM, Sunday 11:00 AM
Auditorium Open!
If you like to join us in the auditorium, please make a reservation at efree.org/reservation! This helps us ensure that we're within our capacity limits, and also helps with COVID tracing, should we hear of someone who has been exposed.
https://efree.churchcenter.com/registrationsKid Connection is Open!
Kid Connection is open during the 11 am service! We are operating on a smaller scale than normal at first, with three rooms open (Nursery, Preschool, and Elementary). We ask that you reserve a spot for each child that will be in attendance - to make a reservation, visit efree.org/reservations. To view a more detailed reopening plan for Kid Connection, visit efree.org/kids. If you have any questions, please email kidconnection@efree.org.
https://efree.churchcenter.com/registrationsRed Cross Blood Drives
During the busy holiday season, blood donations fall off, but the need does not. Nationwide, someone needs a unit of blood every 2 to 3 seconds! You can help by giving blood on December 17th or 18th at First Free. Please make an appointment to give at redcrossblood.org.
https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=firstfreechurchChristmas Eve
We’re having two services on Christmas Eve, one at 4 pm, and one at 6:30 pm. If you’d like to join us in-person, please reserve your spot in advance at efree.org/reservations. We’ll be live streaming both services as well, at efree.org/live, so you’ll be able to join in the celebration even if you can’t be here in person.
https://efree.churchcenter.com/registrationsChurch Center App and Directory
Church Center is a hub for First Free - you can manage giving, find a group, reserve your spot for a Sunday service, and more. The app also has a directory! Download the app, go to your profile and ‘My Directory Settings’ and choose the information you’d like included in the Directory. If you need help, email directory@efree.org.
http://www.efree.org/directoryTake Back Black Friday
Our 2020 Take Back Black Friday campaign is open! To learn more about our projects and to give, visit efree.org/blackfriday. Be sure to choose 'Take Back Black Friday' from the dropdown menu!
https://www.efree.org/blackfridayNew Group Leader Training
Our groups ministry is looking for new leaders. Leading a group is a great way to build relationships and multiply disciples. The first step is filling out a simple form and attending online training on January 9 & 16. You can learn more about the process and get started at efree.org/leadagroup.
https://www.efree.org/leadagroupWomen's Winter Bible Studies
Winter is the perfect time to curl up with a good book and a warm cup of your favorite drink, and so much the better if that book is the Bible! Winter women’s Bible studies will begin in January and you'll be able to choose from both online and in-person options. You can learn more at efree.org/events.
https://www.efree.org/events/Connections Ministry
Every Sunday could be someone’s first Sunday so our Connections team - our parking lot team, greeters, Welcome Center hosts, and ushers - strives to provide a welcoming environment from the moment someone pulls into our parking lot. if you have a love for others and a heart for hospitality, we'd love to have you join the team! Get in touch using the link below.
https://www.efree.org/connectionsCapital Offering
We're so excited for the what God has in store for First Free! To give to our capital offering, click the link below and select 'Capital Offering' from the dropdown!
https://efree.churchcenter.com/givingRightNow Media
We wanted to remind you that RightNow Media has thousands of videos for your kids and loads of Bible studies for you to help you stay grounded in your faith during all of this stay at home time. We’re giving you free access to the RightNow Media library, so head over to efree.org/rightnowmedia to learn more and get signed up.
https://www.efree.org/rightnowmediaNeed Help?
We know that the coronavirus outbreak is impacting us all a little differently. If you need help, let us know by heading to efree.org/care and clicking on ‘I need help’. And if you can offer help, click on ‘I can help’. If you need prayer, visit efree.org/prayer. We want you to know that we’re here for you even if we can’t be physically here for you, and we’ll get through this together!
https://www.efree.org/carePhotography Team
We’re looking for volunteers to join our Photography Team! To get involved, fill out the form at efree.org/phototeam.
http://www.efree.org/phototeamGroups at First Free
Groups at First Free are a place to belong. Groups provide an environment for discipleship and study. They give opportunities for hospitality. They help us to grow and learn about God, the Bible, ourselves, and each other. Groups do not supplant the church, but they provide a setting where believers can more fully realize what it means to be the church. To learn more and find your fit, click the link below!
https://www.efree.org/groupsCare Team Counseling
Life often includes challenges that are too big to face alone. Our lay Care Team Counselors are trained to walk alongside and assist people who are in need of hope, care, and direction. Counselors are available by appointment every Wednesday evening - email care@efree.org.
http://www.efree.org/care/Messages
Our sermons and Preparing for Worship emails are now available as podcasts!
http://www.efree.org/messages
