An open house bridal shower will be held for Theresa Goodman on Monday, September 30^th, 7:00-9:00 PM at the church. Theresa is registered at Target and Herbergers. If you have questions, call Karin Olson at (612) 824-7691.

All Ladies are welcome to Women's Guild, Tuesday, October 1^st at 1:00 PM. Liz Spellman from Brazil will be speaking.

Sojourners Social: Are you looking for a Sunday class? We might be the fun, exciting baby-boomers' class you've been looking for. Come join us at 6:00 PM, Saturday, October 5^th at Buca Di Beppo in St. Paul, 27 Gannon Road, (651) 722-4388. If you have questions, call Lori Peterson at (612) 722-9793.

The Dinner & a Movie Outreach will be held Monday, October 21, at 5:45 PM. One or two volunteers are needed the day of the event for a few hours between 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM and several more are needed to help with clean up. Contact: Rose Hecker.

Anyone interested in small groups? Beginning October 6^th a Small Group Study will meet Sunday evenings at 6:00 PM. We plan to study the 40 Days of Purpose material. If you are interested in connecting with a small group, call Cindy Sawyer.

Kids Fall/Winter Clothing Collection to benefit Salem Free Church store for the needy. If you can donate clean, seasonal children's clothing in good shape (any sizes), please drop in boxes outside the Children's Church room. Call Jill Rose with questions.

Fall Fling for Jr. & Sr. High Youth is coming up October 18-20 at Camp Shamineau. The cost is $81. Contact Eric Twietmeyer TODAY if you plan to go.

A Vacuum Cleaner, iron, and twin sheet sets are needed for the small house across the street. Call Bob or Paulette Goodman at (952) 435-6007 if you can help.

Have you ever wondered, "What on earth am I here for?" Do you think you may have missed God's will in your life? Join us for the 40 Days of Purpose beginning October 12 to learn God's 5 purposes for your life, put the purposes into practice through the personal disciplines, group connections, and church-wide events.

Directory Update: Eric Twietmeyer's new cell phone number is (612) 910-1763.

All Ladies are welcome to Women's Guild, Tuesday, October 1^st at 1:00 PM. Liz Spellman from Brazil will be speaking.

Another Outreach Weekend is just around the corner! It begins with an Outreach Breakfast on Saturday, October 5, at 8:30 AM. Hear from a panel of speakers including Felix Juarez, Spanish Sunday School, Becky Fernandez, Spanish Bible Study, and several others. On Sunday, Chuck Steen with the Navigators will be preaching. Sunday School speakers include: Chuck Steen with Adults and Stacy Olson & Becky Juarez with Youth Group.

Sojourners Social: Are you looking for a Sunday class? We might be the fun, exciting baby-boomers' class you've been looking for. Come join us at 6:00 PM, Saturday, October 5^th at Buca Di Beppo in St. Paul, 27 Gannon Road, (651) 722-4388. If you have questions, call Lori Peterson at (612) 722-9793.

Anyone interested in small groups? Beginning October 6^th a Small Group Study will meet Sunday evenings at 6:00 PM. We will study the 40 Days of Purpose for small groups. If you are interested in connecting with a small group, call Cindy Sawyer at (612) 827-4705.

Kids Fall/Winter Clothing Collection to benefit Salem Free Church store for the needy. If you can donate clean, seasonal children's clothing in good shape (any sizes), please drop in boxes outside the Children's Church room. Call Jill Rose with questions.

If you have not yet picked up your copy of the new church directory, it is available at the Information Booth. Check out the section Members Attending Elsewhere. Ron Dudley and Stan Cleath would love to hear from you.

Fall Fling for Jr. & Sr. High Youth is coming up October 18-20 at Camp Shamineau. The cost is $81. Contact Eric Twietmeyer by September 29^th if you plan to go.

A Vacuum Cleaner, iron, and twin sheet sets are needed for the small house across the street. Call Bob or Paulette Goodman at (952) 435-6007 if you can help.

Directory Update: Eric Twietmeyer's new cell phone number is (612) 910-1763.

On September 22^nd Stacy Olson will speak to the combined Sunday school classes of Agape, Fidelis, and Marantha (in the Fidelis room #2) on her mission experience in Hong Kong.

A Chaim Class Social is scheduled for Saturday, September 21, 6:00 PM at church. Come for volleyball and pizza (cost $6 each). Please RSVP to Vanessa Beckett at (612) 721-6885 or 436-2107.

Interested in knowing more about First Free? Beginning today, a 4-week class, Exploring Church Membership, will begin at 11:00 AM. Tell Pastor Joel today if you are interested.

Dinner & a Movie will be back for an encore on Monday, September 16, at 5:45 PM. Everyone bring your family and friends, because the major focus of this is OUTREACH! Volunteers are also needed for set up and clean up duties. If you can help, contact Al or Rose Hecker at (612) 729-9053.

Another Outreach Weekend is just around the corner! It begins with an Outreach Breakfast on Saturday, October 5, at 8:30 AM. Hear from a panel of speakers including Felix Juarez, Spanish Sunday School, Becky Fernandez, Spanish Bible Study, and several others. On Sunday, Chuck Steen with the Navigators will be preaching. Sunday School speakers include: Chuck Steen with Adults and Stacy Olson & Becky Juarez with Youth Group.

Kids Fall/Winter Clothing Collection to benefit Salem Free Church store for the needy. If you can donate clean, seasonal children's clothing in good shape (any sizes), please drop in boxes outside the Children's Church room. Call Jill Rose with questions.

If you have not yet picked up your copy of the new church directory, it is available at the Information Booth. Check out the section Members Attending Elsewhere. Ron Dudley and Stan Cleath would love to hear from you.

Fall Fling for Jr. & Sr. High Youth is coming up October 18-20 at Camp Shamineau. The cost is $81. Contact Eric Twietmeyer by September 29^th if you plan to go.

We're Having a an All-Church Work Day!
Saturday, September 21, 8:00 AM-2:00 PM
(Can't come all day? Just come when you can.)

We warmly welcome Eric Twietmeyer, our new Pastor of Worship & Student Ministries, who will lead our worship today.

"Thank you to Pastor Joel and Bob Chapman for your visits. Thank you also to all the friends at First Free for your cards and all the prayers that you sent up for me. I appreciate this so much." -Phyllis Brown

All ladies are welcome to a combined White Cross/Guild Meeting on Tuesday, September 10th, 9:00 AM. Grace Vandervort will speak. Bring a sandwich. Dessert and coffee will be furnished.

A Chaim Class Social is scheduled for Saturday, September 21, 6:00 PM at church. Come for volleyball and pizza (cost $6 each). Please RSVP to Vanessa Beckett at (612) 721-6885 or 436-2107.

Interested in knowing more about First Free? On Sunday, September 15, a 4-week class, Exploring Church Membership, will begin at 11:00 AM. Call (612) 827-4705 if you are interested.

Dinner & a Movie will be back for an encore on Monday, September 16, at 5:45 PM. Everyone bring your family and friends, because the major focus of this is OUTREACH! Volunteers are also needed for set up and clean up duties. If you can help, contact Al or Rose Hecker at (612) 729-9053.

The new church directory is available for pick up today in the foyer. Check out the section Members Attending Elsewhere. Ron Dudley and Stan Cleath would love to hear from you.

On Wednesday night, September 11, at 7:00 PM, we will be holding a Special Commemorative Service for our country.

An All-Church Time of Prayer will be held on Sunday, September 22^nd, at 6:00 PM. We will meet downstairs in the Fidelis Room. Childcare will be provided.

Fall Fling for Jr. & Sr. High Youth is coming up October 18-20 at Camp Shamineau. The cost is $81. Contact Eric Twietmeyer by September 29^th if you plan to go.

Housing is needed for EFCM SE Asia Leadership team on the nights of October 8-10. Call David Simpson at (612) 379-1376.

We're Having a an All-Church Work Day!
Saturday, September 21, 8:00 AM-2:00 PM
(Can't come all day? Just come when you can.)

Eric Twietmeyer will be joining the church staff as Pastor of Worship and Student Ministries on September 4. Eric's new office will be located next to the church office.

All ladies are welcome to the combined White Cross and Guild Meeting on Tuesday, September 10th, 9:00 AM at church. Grace Vandervort will be our speaker. Bring a sandwich. Dessert and coffee will be furnished.

Interested in knowing more about First Free? On Sunday, September 15, a 4-week class, Exploring Church Membership, will begin at 11:00 AM. Call (612) 827-4705 if you are interested.

Would you like to get to know others in the church family informally? On Saturday, September 21^st and Friday, September 27^th we will do just that. Look for the insert in your September 8^th bulletin that will explain how you can sign up.

Dinner & a Movie will be back for an encore on Monday, September 16, at 5:45 PM. Everyone bring your family and friends, because the major focus of this is OUTREACH! Volunteers are also needed for set up and clean up duties. If you can help, contact Al or Rose Hecker at (612) 729-9053.

The new church directory will be available for you to pick up on Sunday, September 8^th. Check out the section Members Attending Elsewhere. Ron Dudley and Stan Cleath would certainly love to receive your cards of encouragement.

On Wednesday night, September 11, at 7:00 PM, we will be holding a Special Commemorative Service for our country.

An All-Church Time of Prayer will be held on Sunday, September 22^nd, at 6:00 PM. We will meet downstairs in the Fidelis Room. Childcare will be provided.

Fall Fling for Jr. & Sr. High Youth is coming up October 18-20 at Camp Shamineau. The cost is $81. Contact Eric Twietmeyer by September 29^th if you plan to go.

Calendar Correction: The next meeting for the Small Group Bible Study will be on Thursday, September 19, at 6:00 PM.

Women's Neighborhood Bible Study
begins Wednesday, September 11th
9:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Ladies of all ages are welcome
Bring your friends!