We warmly welcome Bruce & Mary Damon this morning! They serve as missionaries with the EFCA-IM in Macau. They will be sharing briefly during today's service and will be speaking to the combined ABF classes of Chaim, Agape, and Young Adult. Please all meet in Room #1.

Jerry McDonald would like to invite everyone to his Master's clarinet recital on Monday, April 25, 7:00 PM, at Lloyd Ultan Recital Hall (inside Ferguson Hall) 2106 S. 4^th St, Minneapolis, on the west bank campus of the University of Minnesota.

Commissions will not meet on Sunday, May 1. Commission Chairs will select alternative meeting dates. Council will meet on May 1 at 7:30 PM.

Malice in The Palace: Our children's spring musical is coming on Sunday, May 1, at 6:00 PM. The children's choir will present a creative story of queen Esther.

All ladies are invited to Women's Guild on Tuesday, May 3 at 1:00 PM. Mary Damon with EFCA-IM will be speaking about her missionary experiences in Macau.

VBS Painting Day, Saturday, May 7, from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Come for an hour or for the whole day. Lunch will be served at 12:30 PM. If you have paint brushes (of any size) please bring them. We are also looking for paint in the following colors; black, white, grey/silver, bright yellow, orange, green, blue, purple, and red. If you have questions, contact Sherie McClun.

A Service of Baby Dedication is planned for Mother's Day, May 8. If you would like to dedicate your child, please call the church office at (612) 827-4705.

Our Annual Meeting is Monday, May 9, at 7:00 PM.

Sojourners Family Social: Bring the kids and meet at Lyn-Del Lanes (9336 Lyndale Avenue So.) for bowling on Saturday, April 23, at 2:00 PM. The cost is $3 per adult, and kids are free when accompanied by an adult. Shoes are $1.25 a pair. Bowling phone is (952) 881-4232. If you have any questions, call Lori Peterson at (612) 722-9793.

Church Work Day: You can help get the church spruced up for spring on Saturday, April 30, from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Refreshments will be available in the morning.

Malice in The Palace: Our children's spring musical is coming on Sunday, May 1, at 6:00 PM. The children's choir will present a creative story of queen Esther.

All ladies are invited to Women's Guild on Tuesday, May 3 at 1:00 PM. Mary Damon with EFCA-IM will be speaking about her missionary experiences in Macau.

VBS Painting Day, Saturday, May 7, from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Come for an hour or for the whole day. Lunch will be served at 12:30 PM. If you have paint brushes (of any size) please bring them. We are also looking for paint in the following colors; black, white, grey/silver, bright yellow, orange, green, blue, purple, and red. If you have questions, contact Sherie McClun.

Our Annual Meeting is Monday, May 9, at 7:00 PM.

Thank you for supporting us with prayer and finances on our recent dental mission trip to Peru. We saw hundreds of needy patients and were able to provide care and distribute toothbrushes in the name of Christ. More importantly, dozens prayed to receive Christ during their personal counseling time with local church leaders. We hope to share our experiences with you soon. Thanks again, Linda Beckett and Glenn & Apryl Hultstrand.

Parish Nursing: We warmly welcome Delores Huanca and Maureen Juarez as Parish Nurses for our church. They will assist Pastor Bob Chapman with visitation. Their new email address is: parishnurses{at}firstfreechurch.org. They will be commissioned during the service this morning. [More information]

The Outreach Commission will not meet tonight. You will be contacted with the new meeting date and time.

Senior Singles meet for lunch today, 12:30, at Steak 'n Ale.

Minnesota Vespers: First Free will be hosting this time of worship in the traditional style today at 4:30 PM. Men of Praise Choral Prelude will begin at 4:20 PM.

Senior Fellowship Potluck is planned for Thursday, April 14, 12:00 Noon at church. For more information, call Margaret Jensen at (952) 814-9294.

A Bridal Shower for Heidi Hultstrand will be held at First Free on Sunday, April 17, from 2:00-4:00 PM. Heidi is registered at Marshall Fields, Target, and J. C. Penny's.

Church Work Day: You can help get the church spruced up for spring on Saturday, April 30, from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Refreshments will be available in the morning.

Malice in The Palace: Our children's spring musical is coming on Sunday, May 1, at 6:00 PM. The children's choir will present a creative story of queen Esther.

Outreach Commission: There will be no meeting of the Outreach Commission tonight. You will be notified of the rescheduled date.

Guy's Night Out, NCAA Men's Basketball Final, is coming Monday, April 4, 7:00 PM, in the gym. For complete details, see the insert in your bulletin.

Women's Guild: All ladies are invited to a potluck salad lunch at Noon on Tuesday, April 5. Barb Hugo will be speaking about her recent mission trip to Jamaica.

Parish Nursing: We warmly welcome Delores Huanca and Maureen Juarez as Parish Nurses for our church. They will assist Pastor Bob Chapman with visitation. Their new email address is: parishnurses{at}firstfreechurch.org .

A Bridal Shower for Heidi Hultstrand will be held at First Free on Sunday, April 17, from 2:00-4:00 PM. Heidi is registered at Marshall Fields, Target, and J. C. Penny's.

Minnesota Vespers: First Free will be hosting this time of worship in the traditional style, Sunday, April 10 at 4:30 PM.

Malice in The Palace: Our children's spring musical is coming on Sunday, May 1, at 6:00 PM. The children's choir will present a creative story of queen Esther.

Missionary Candidate School: First Free Church will be hosting the EFCA Missionary Candidate School this July 11-22. The EFCA-IM will have over 40 missionary candidates from all over the country at First Free for training. Sign up sheets will be available in the ABF's if you would like to volunteer to host a family in your home, help with setup and cleanup for lunch or supper, etc.

Our 2005 Church Photo Directories have arrived! Pick up your copy today at the Welcome Center in the foyer. Please limit one directory per family.