Welcome!
If you’re new, welcome! We’re so glad you’re with us today, and we’d love to get to know you! Please connect with us at efree.org/connect or by texting CONNECT to 636-251-4778. You can also stop by the Welcome Center in the lobby to fill out a Connect Card and get a free gift.
https://www.efree.org/connectBaptism
We're so excited for our baptism celebration this evening!
We hope you'll join us as well celebrate with those being baptized - it's going to be an awesome evening of fun, fellowship, and worship - and FREE Kona Ice during the tailgate time (5:30-6:30 pm)!
Safety Preparedness Exercise
We have been working hard behind the scenes to create plans for emergency situations that could occur on our campus and we’re excited to be having our first staff and volunteer safety preparedness exercise on August 13th! If you currently volunteer at First Free, you’re invited! After we practice we’ll be having a volunteer appreciation picnic with lots of fun things to do, plus free food! You can learn more and sign up at efree.org/events.
https://efree.org/event/safety-exercise/Eldership Course
If you’ve ever considered serving as an Elder, but don’t have a full grasp of what it means to serve as an Elder, then the Eldership Course is for you. The course runs on Wednesday evenings, September 7 – October 12. Registration closes August 15th and space is limited, so sign up now!
https://efree.org/event/eldership-course/SM Fall Retreat
We’re heading back to Clearwater Cove! We’re inviting all current 6th-12th grade students to join us for a weekend at Clearwater Cove in Lampe, MO, from September 9-11. We are so pumped to be at Young Life Camp and diving deep into the Word and worship together. Get pumped as we have our annual bannathon and tons of other fun stuff. This is a can’t-miss weekend!
https://efree.org/event/student-ministry-retreat/Fall Women's Bible Studies
Whether new to studying God’s word or if you’ve been reciting scripture for as long as you can remember, we have a seat for you!
Studies begin Tuesday, September 13 & Wednesday, September 14.
Child Dedication
Our next Child Dedication is on September 18th during second service! If you would like to dedicate your child (any child, regardless of age, can be dedicated by their parent or guardian), register below!
https://efree.org/event/child-dedication/Christmas Play Interest Meeting
Calling all actors! If you love donning a costume, memorizing lines, and sharing the wonder of live performance, then First Free Church’s Christmas production needs you! Join us for an informational meeting after church on Sunday, September 18 at 12:15 pm in the Chapel. No need to register! Learn how you can celebrate this Christmas season through the power of theater. There will be performance opportunities as well as production team positions to be filled. Details will be shared at the informational meeting.
https://efree.org/event/christmas-play-interest-meeting-2/Financial Peace University
Living the life of your dreams starts with a solid financial plan. Join us for this short 9-week course that will teach you God’s principles for handling money and will give you the tools you need to succeed. The class meets Mondays, September 19 – November 21, from 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm in Room 341. The cost is $50 per family.
https://efree.org/event/financial-peace-university-3/ESL Classes
ESL is a great place to start your English speaking journey, brush up and refine your skills, and build community! ESL kicks off on September 21st - register below!
https://efree.org/event/esl/Membership Class
Our membership course covers the basics of spiritual growth, the history and doctrine of our church, and the benefits and expectations that accompany membership. The next course will be offered on Sundays from 10:30 am – 12 pm beginning October 16 to November 13. Weekly class attendance is expected. Sign up at the link below!
https://efree.org/membership/Pinecrest Family Retreat
The Pinecrest Family Retreat is October 28-20 and registration is open now! This is an awesome weekend of fun, fellowship, ice cream, and more. You can learn more and sign up at efree.org/pinecrest.
https://efree.org/pinecrest/Groups
In his letter to the Galatians, Paul encourages believers to “share each other’s burdens, and in this way obey the law of Christ” (Galatians 6:2). Life can be hard sometimes, and we aren’t meant to go it alone - we’re meant to do it as part of a group. If you're interested in joining or starting a Group, check out efree.org/groups!
https://www.efree.org/groupsConnections 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/directoryRightNow 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://app.rightnowmedia.org/join/firstfreechurchNeed 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/phototeamMessages
Our sermons and Preparing for Worship emails are now available as podcasts!
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