First Free Church
Created to Connect (Week 5)
Adam Bowers
Locations & Times
First Free Church
1375 Carman Rd, Ballwin, MO 63021, USA
Sunday 9:00 AM
Sunday 10:45 AM
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! You can also stop by the Welcome Center in the west entrance to fill out a Connect Card and get a free gift.
https://www.efree.org/connectBack Together
We are so excited about our focus for 2023 - Back Together! Check out efree.org/backtogether for more details and to download the Bible reading plan, sign up to host or attend a Dinner Together, and subscribe to our podcasts!
https://efree.org/backtogether/2024 Short-Term Teams Informational Meeting
Come and learn about the options for Short–Term Missions Teams in 2024!<br>Find out about our trips to Kenya, Greece, Peru, and other options for college students through Apex. Updates on Ironton and our Crisis Response trip to Kentucky will also be provided.<br><br>This informal gathering will be held on <b>October 15th</b> in the chapel after each service and will begin as soon as possible after the conclusion of the worship service.
Trunk or Treat
Join us for our annual Trunk or Treat event on <b>October 21st from 3-5 pm</b>. We'll have face painting, snacks available for purchase, games, and more - bring your family, friends, and neighbors! First Free family: to volunteer to host a trunk, welcome people, etc, please click below!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfqjWm97p0S-lr-x0slaDw-sA_Ld-g55XZB30A3kll0HiQ4AA/viewformMembership Class
Our membership class covers the basics of spiritual growth, the history and doctrine of our church, and the benefits and expectations accompanying membership. Our next class is on <b>November 4 </b>- sign up below!
https://efree.org/membership/GriefShare - Surviving the Holidays
Wondering how you will survive the weeks surrounding Thanksgiving and Christmas? Are you dreading these holidays, knowing that everything has changed and that happy memories from past years can’t be recreated? Our Surviving the Holidays seminar on <b>November 6th</b> is especially for people who are grieving a loved one’s death. You’ll learn how to deal with the many emotions you’ll face during the holidays, what to do about traditions and other coming changes, helpful tips for surviving social events, and how to discover hope for your future.
https://efree.org/event/surviving-the-holidays/Newsboys
Newsboys are one of the biggest bands in Christian music history, having sold more than 10 million records across 23 recordings and garnering boundless accolades, including 1 RIAA® Double Platinum certification and 8 Gold certifications, 33 #1 radio hits, four GRAMMY® nominations, two American Music Award nominations and multiple Dove Awards. We are excited to be welcoming them to First Free on <b>November 16th!</b> Get all of the details and buy tickets at the link below!
https://efree.org/event/newsboys-let-the-music-speak-tour/Men's Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast and fellowship with brothers in Christ on <b>November 18th</b>! We’re so excited to have Louis Dooley as our speaker. Louis was a young man who found himself imprisoned with a life sentence for theft and attempted murder. Through a miraculous turn of events, Louis received Jesus Christ in prison and recognized he had new life in Christ. Today, Louis is a free man providing pastoral counsel to current inmates, in hopes of the gospel setting them free. His story is one of hope and redemption that resonates with all believers. Learn more and register below!
https://efree.org/event/mens-breakfast/Bridge of Hope Tutoring
Right now, the two elementary schools nearest Bridge of Hope in north St. Louis city have only a 4-6% reading proficiency rate, but you can help improve that number. If you’ve been looking for a tangible way to impact the lives of others during the pandemic, we’ve got a great one for you! Bridge of Hope has created an online tutoring program to help these children learn to read. It only takes 40 minutes, twice a week, and the impact can last a lifetime. <br><br>Bridge of Hope provides the curriculum and training you need to be successful.<br><br><b>To learn more about how you can get involved and help change a life, email robin@bridgeofhopestl.org. </b>
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/groupsChurch Center App and Directory
<b>Church Center</b> 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/directoryLibrary Open!
The library is back open for business before and after the 11 am in-person service on Sundays (hooray for books!). <br><br>Please be sure to return the books you already have out, even if the library is technically closed when you are there. There's a slot in the security gate where books can be placed. When in the library, please keep your masks on and s
RightNow 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/firstfreechurchPhotography 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!
http://www.efree.org/messages