- 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.
Kid Connection is not open on Christmas Eve.
Christmas 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/registrationsTake 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! We are accepting gifts through December 31st.
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/leadagroupFinancial Peace University
Financial Peace University is a short 9-week program that can make a years-long impact on your financial health.
This group will meet online, we will use a video conferencing tool (like Zoom) for our live interaction. In that case, each class member would be asked to watch the weekly video lesson online in advance, do the (limited) homework, and be prepared to join the video call. Because of the advance work, our weekly video call will only be one hour.
Class meets on Mondays, January 11 – March 8, 6:30 – 7:30 pm. Cost: $50/family Register at the link below!.
Women'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/EFCA Crisis Response Training Interest Meeting
When a crisis hits, many of us want to leap into action and help – but how? The EFCA is offering crisis response training that will equip you to be able to respond to crisis situations and offer spiritual and emotional support to those in need. If you’re interested in learning more, please join us at an online interest meeting on January 14 from 7-8 pm. The training itself will take place in February. Topics covered during the training in February will include relational, emotional, and intellectual trauma care, team building, safety tips, and more. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn how to serve those in need in the most effective way possible. We look forward to seeing you at the interest meeting! Sign up at the link below.
https://www.efree.org/event/efca-crisis-response-training-interest/Perspectives on the World Christian Movement Course
Perspectives is an inspiring course that can teach you how to reach out to people of different backgrounds. Whether you’re planning an international mission trip or just looking to be a better neighbor to people of cultures or ethnicities that differ from your own, this course will help you navigate conversations and point others to Christ. Perspectives allows you to hear from 15 different instructors over the course of 15 weeks. Perspectives is for believers from all walks of life. Hear how God has been and continues to work throughout the world. Learn more about God’s kingdom and His glory. Find out what your part is in this exciting movement. No matter who you are or what you do, Perspectives will help you learn how to live for God’s Kingdom. Class runs from January 19 – May 4. Learn more and register at the link below.
https://www.efree.org/event/perspectives-on-the-world-christian-movement-course/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/connectionsChurch 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/directoryCapital 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