A Bridal Shower for Erica Bauer, Pastor Eric's fiancée, will be held at First Free this afternoon at 3:00 pm. Erica is registered at Macy's, Crate & Barrel, and Target.

Choir practice begins on Tuesday, September 26, at 6:45 pm. If you did not sing last year but would like to join us this year, please contact Rick Olson ASAP at (612) 729-4662.

Men & Women are encouraged to attend the next Guild potluck lunch at 12:00 Noon on Tuesday, October 3^rd. Glenn Hultstrand will be sharing about his dental ministry in Peru.

Blood pressure checks will be held on Sunday, October 1, in the hallway outside of the gym.

A Senior Singles' Lunch is planned for Sunday, October 8^th. Meet at 12:30 pm at Steak 'n Ale. If anyone is interested in being on the calling list, contact Char Boyles (952) 942-9298.

Oboe, anyone? The church is looking to borrow an idle oboe for the orchestra. If you are willing or know of someone who is, please call Pastor Eric at (612) 827-4705.

101 Class (Exploring Church Membership): If you have an interest in finding out more about our church, a 101 Class is being offered on Sunday, October 1, from 4:00-8:00 pm. Dinner will be provided. Please call the church office to reserve your spot at (612) 827-4705.

201 Class (Growing Deeper): If you would like to develop habits that will help you grow in your faith, a 201 Class is being offered on Sunday, October 1, from 4:00-8:00 pm. Dinner will be provided. Please call the church office to reserve your spot at (612) 827-4705.

New Orleans Mission Trip: Ever think about serving in New Orleans? A mission trip is being planned for November 11-18^th. Contact John Symington if curious at (952) 835-1387.

Twin Cities Marathon is planned for Sunday, October 1^st. If you live north of the creek, allow extra time to get to church.

Quilt Auction: Shamineau Ministries has been given several beautiful handmade quilts that will be auctioned on EBay from November 24 to December 3 at www.ebay.com/coyote-creek-store with the proceeds going to Camp Shamineau.

YTD Giving: Local Ministries: $192,543 Budget: $241,010
Sept 17, 2006 Outreach: 56,908 Budget: $ 67,308

Congratulations to Rocky & Heather DeWall, proud parents of Daniel John DeWall who was born on September 7^th. He weighed in at 7 lbs. 3 oz.

Dear Friends: I want to thank each one for your prayers for me and my family. Al is greatly missed but, praise God, he is in the presence of the Lord. God bless you all. -Betty Carlson

Choir practice begins on Tuesday, September 26, at 6:45 pm. If you did not sing last year but would like to join us this year, please contact Rick Olson ASAP at (612) 729-4662.

A Bridal Shower for Erica Bauer, Pastor Eric's fiancée, will be held at First Free on Sunday, September 24, at 3:00 pm. Erica is registered at Macy's, Crate & Barrel, and Target.

101 Class (Exploring Church Membership): If you have an interest in finding out more about our church, a 101 Class is being offered on Sunday, October 1, from 4:00-8:00 pm. Dinner will be provided. Please call the church office to reserve your spot at (612) 827-4705.

201 Class (Growing Deeper): If you would like to develop habits that will help you grow in your faith, a 201 Class is being offered on Sunday, October 1, from 4:00-8:00 pm. Dinner will be provided. Please call the church office to reserve your spot at (612) 827-4705.

New Orleans Mission Trip: Ever think about serving in New Orleans? A mission trip is being planned for November 11-18^th. Contact John Symington if curious at (952) 835-1387.

Twin Cities Marathon is planned for Sunday, October 1^st. If you live north of the creek, allow extra time to get to church.

YTD Giving: Local Ministries: $179,145 Budget: $221,729
Sept 3, 2006 Outreach: 52,879 Budget: $ 61,923

Our prayers are with Al Swanson & Family. His daughter, Pauline Swanson, went home to be with the Lord on September 3. Her memorial service will be held at First Free on Monday, September 11^th. Visitation will begin at 10:00 am with the service following at 11:00.

Blood Pressure Checks will be held today in the hallway outside the gym.

Women's Bible Study: All ladies are welcome on Wednesday mornings from 9:30-11:00 am beginning September 13^th. We will be studying the Gospel of Mark. If you have questions, please contact Patty Mellema at (612) 822-7875.

The Jr. Church Hike is scheduled for Saturday, September 16, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Meet at the First Free parking lot at 9:00 am. Bring $10 to cover food expenses.

A Bridal Shower for Erica Bauer will be held at First Free on Sunday, September 24, at 3:00 pm in Room #105. Erica is registered at Macy's, Crate & Barrel, and Target.

Choir: Although the exact date has not been determined, choir begins during the week of September 25^th. If you did not sing last year but would like to join us this year, please contact Rick Olson at (612) 729-4662 as soon as possible.

New Orleans Mission Trip: Ever think about serving in New Orleans? A mission trip is being planned on November 11-18^th. Contact John Symington if curious at (952) 835-1387.

YTD Giving: Local Ministries: $171,521 Budget: $212,088
Aug. 27, 2006 Outreach: 51,149 Budget: $ 59,231

Congratulations to Shae & Lisa McCowen, the proud parents of Matthew Robert, born on August 26. He weighed in at a whopping 10 pounds 2 oz. Mom and baby are doing well.

Our prayers go out to Betty Carlson & Family. Al (Pete) Carlson went home to be with the Lord on August 30. Visitation will be at Albin Chapel in Eden Prairie on Monday, September 4, from 5:00-7:00 pm. His funeral will be held at First Free on Tuesday, September 5, at 11:00 am.

Blood Pressure Check Date Change: Blood pressure checks will take place on Kick Off Sunday, September 10, in the hallway outside of the gym (not this Sunday).

Women's Guild Date Change: We would like to invite all our ladies to our first meeting on, Thursday, September 7, at 1:00 pm. Our speaker will be Sheryll Erickson.

Women's Bible Study: All ladies are welcome on Wednesday mornings from 9:30-11:00 am beginning September 13^th. We will be studying the Gospel of Mark. If you have questions, please contact Patty Mellema at (612) 822-7875.

The Jr. Church Hike is scheduled for Saturday, September 16, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Meet at the First Free parking lot at 9:00 am. Bring $10 to cover food expenses.

A Wedding Shower for Erica Bauer will be held at First Free on Sunday, September 24, at 3:00 pm in Room #2. Erica is registered at Macy's, Crate & Barrel, and Target.

Prayer Room Oversight: We are looking for volunteers to let people into the church to pray from 5:00-8:00 pm during our Prayer Emphasis Week, September 11-15. If you can help, please sign up on the sheet at the Welcome Center.

YTD Giving: Local Ministries: $171,521 Budget: $212,088
Aug. 27, 2006 Outreach: 51,149 Budget: $ 59,231