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December 30, 2007
Looking to be part of a small group in the New Year? You can sign up for a small group on Sunday, January 6. See the insert in today's bulletin for more details. Volunteers are needed to take down the church Christmas decorations on Saturday, January 5, at 9:30 AM. Call Jennifer Bartle with any questions at (612) 824-5120. Vocal Workshop: Whether you are a seasoned vocalist, or just love to sing, you can benefit from the Vocal Workshop at First Free on Saturday, January 19, 1-3 pm, in Room #105. There is no charge. Please register by calling Kris at (612) 827-6267 or email: mklarson67 {at} comcast.net by January 14. Fresh Encounter: Let's start our new year by seeking God in prayer as a congregation. Our next Fresh Encounter will be held on Sunday, January 20, at 6:00 PM in Room #105. 101 Class-Exploring Church Membership: If you would like to find out more about becoming a member of First Free our next class will be held on Sunday, January 27, from 4-8 PM. Dinner will be provided. Mark your Welcome Card or call the church office if you would like to attend. IRS/Giving Info: Using the personalized envelopes which include your address and giving number makes it much easier for our accounting people to give you an accurate statement for your income taxes. You do not need to be a member to request a box of giving envelopes. Simply mark your Welcome Card or pew envelope and place it in the offering plate.
YTD Giving: Local Ministries: $368,206 Budget:
$377,887 December 23, 2007
Holiday Worship Schedule:
Sunday, December 30 Looking to be part of a small group in the New Year? You can sign up for a small group on Sunday, January 6. Vocal Workshop: Whether you are a seasoned vocalist, or just love to sing, you can benefit from the Vocal Workshop at First Free on Saturday, January 19, 1-3 pm, in Room #105. There is no charge. Please register by calling Kris at (612) 827-6267 or email: mklarson67 {at} comcast.net by January 14. IRS/Giving Info: Using the personalized envelopes which include your address and giving number makes it much easier for our accounting people to give you an accurate statement for your income taxes. You do not need to be a member to request a box of giving envelopes. Simply mark your Welcome Card or pew envelope and place it in the offering plate. Staff Christmas Gift/Christmas Card Project: If you would like to contribute to either a Christmas gift for our dedicated staff members and/or the Christmas Card Fund project (Bibles for Evangelical Free churches in the Congo), there are special envelopes for these items in your envelope box. You may also use a pew envelope, but be sure to mark your gift.
YTD Giving: Local Ministries: $368,206 Budget:
$377,887 Congo Bible Project 2007 Christmas Card Fund Following years of turmoil from civil war, many Congo Evangelical Free Churches are experiencing a shortage of Bibles. During the war Bibles were destroyed or stolen. However, you can help! Lingala Bibles are now available through the Congo Bible Alliance for $8.50 each. Yet, even at this price, most people in Congo can't afford one. We want to underwrite $6 per Bible in order to make them accessible. December 16, 2007
Congratulations to Seth & Mallory Hueckman! Heston Robert John Hueckman was born on Wednesday, December 12th. He weighed in at 8 lbs. exactly. Mom and baby are doing well. We warmly welcome our new members: Jessica McWilliams and Vince & Heidi St. Clair. Seekers Multicultural Class Christmas Party is at noon on December 23. Please let Hong Gu (guhong {at} hotmail.com) or Audrey Sollie (asollie {at} avvidtech.net) know if you plan to attend. You are asked to bring a dish of food to share (two dishes for families), along with a small wrapped gift. Holiday Worship Schedule: December 23 -Regular Schedule; Christmas Eve Service at 4 pm; December 30 - Fellowship Time at 10 am, One Service at 11 am, and no ABF's. Vocal Workshop: Whether you are a seasoned vocalist, or just love to sing, you can benefit from the Vocal Workshop at First Free on Saturday, January 19, 1-3 pm, in Room #105. There is no charge. Please register by calling Kris at (612) 827-6267 or email: mklarson67 {at} comcast.net by January 14. IRS/Giving Info: Using the personalized envelopes which include your address and giving number makes it much easier for our accounting people to give you an accurate statement for your income taxes. You do not need to be a member to request a box of giving envelopes. Simply mark your Welcome Card or pew envelope and place it in the offering plate. Staff Christmas Gift/Christmas Card Project: If you would like to contribute to either a Christmas gift for our dedicated staff members and/or the Christmas Card Fund project (Bibles for Evangelical Free churches in the Congo), there are special envelopes for these items in your envelope box. You may also use a pew envelope, but be sure to mark your gift.
YTD Giving: Local Ministries: $342,857 Budget:
$367,674 Congo Bible Project 2007 Christmas Card Fund Following years of turmoil from civil war, many Congo Evangelical Free Churches are experiencing a shortage of Bibles. During the war Bibles were destroyed or stolen. However, you can help! Lingala Bibles are now available through the Congo Bible Alliance for $8.50 a piece. Yet, even at this price, most people in Congo can't afford one. We want to underwrite $6 per Bible in order to make them accessible. December 9, 2007
Congratulations to Jeff & Andrea Spranger! Eleanor Ruth was born on Wednesday, December 5th. She weighed 9 lb. 5 oz. and is 21 ½ inches long. Mom and baby are doing well. Children in the Service: Children in grades K-6 will be dismissed to their classrooms from the services this morning. We are glad to have them involved in our time of worship! If you'd like more information about changes on Sunday mornings, please pick up a letter at the Creekside Canteen. Seniors' ABF Christmas Party, Friday, December 14, at 2 pm, at church. Enjoy beautiful music and a Christmas meditation. We will also be singing Christmas carols. The cost is $5 per person - see Rod Holman or Don Erickson for details. Agape Christmas Social is Saturday, December 15, at 4 pm. We will begin by caroling at Redeemer Rehab (625 31st St). Meet in the main lobby. We will carol on the 3rd Floor and then head to Mark & Janet Poston's home for a potluck buffet dinner. If you have questions, please contact Janet. ABF Christmas Carol Sing-a-long: On Sunday, December 16, from 12:30-2 pm in Room #105, Agape ABF invites everyone from 0-99 to celebrate with a Christmas Carol Sing-a-long of traditional music. Pizza will be served for lunch. Seekers Multicultural Class Christmas Party is at noon on December 23. Please let Hong Gu (guhong {at} hotmail.com) or Audrey Sollie (asollie {at} avvidtech.net) know if you plan to attend. You are asked to bring a dish of food to share (two dishes for families), along with a small wrapped gift. Holiday Worship Schedule: December 23 -Regular Schedule; Christmas Eve Service at 4 pm; December 30 - One Service at 11 am and no Adult Bible Fellowships.
YTD Giving: Local Ministries: $333,444 Budget:
$357,461 Congo Bible Project 2007 Christmas Card Fund Following years of turmoil from civil war, many Congo Evangelical Free Churches are experiencing a shortage of Bibles. During the war Bibles were destroyed or stolen. However, you can help! Lingala Bibles are now available through the Congo Bible Alliance for $8.50 a piece. Yet, even at this price, most people in Congo can't afford one. We want to underwrite $6 per Bible in order to make them accessible. December 2, 2007
Children in the Service: Children in grades K-6 will be dismissed to their classrooms from the services this morning. We are glad to have them involved in our time of worship! If you'd like more information about changes on Sunday mornings, please pick up a letter from the Creekside Canteen this morning. Please see Beth Brown with questions. Women's Guild Christmas Luncheon, Tuesday, December 4th at 1 pm at Vi Fjellman's party room. Make reservations by calling Janice Nielsen at (952) 929-6941 or Vi Fjellman at (952) 929-8462. The cost is $6. Bring your filled shoe boxes for the Marie Sandvik Mission. We will not meet in January. Parents of Teenagers ABF: Big Christmas Party on Friday, December 7, at 7 pm (parents only). Meet at Mark & Sherie McClun's home (4204 11th Ave S, 612-827-1863). Bring an appetizer or dessert to share. Seniors' ABF Christmas Party, Friday, December 14, at 2 pm, at church. Enjoy beautiful music and a Christmas meditation. We will also be singing Christmas carols. The cost is $5 per person - see Rod Holman or Don Erickson for details. Agape Christmas Social is Saturday, December 15, at 4 pm. We will begin by caroling at Redeemer Rehab (625 31st St). Meet in the main lobby. We will carol on the 3rd Floor and then head to Mark & Janet Poston's home for a potluck buffet dinner. If you have questions, please contact Janet. Seekers Multicultural Class Christmas Party is at noon on December 23. Please let Hong Gu (guhong {at} hotmail.com) or Audrey Sollie (asollie {at} avvidtech.net) know if you plan to attend. You are asked to bring a dish of food to share (two dishes for families), along with a small wrapped gift.
YTD Giving: Local Ministries: $325,797 Budget:
$347,248 Congo Bible Project 2007 Christmas Card Fund Following years of turmoil from civil war, many Congo Evangelical Free Churches are experiencing a shortage of Bibles. During the war Bibles were destroyed or stolen. However, you can help! Lingala Bibles are now available through the Congo Bible Alliance for $8.50 a piece. Yet, even at this price, most people in Congo can't afford one. We want to underwrite $6 per Bible in order to make them accessible. |
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A Thought From God's Word: Sing to the Lord a new song; sing to the Lord, all the earth. Sing to the Lord, praise his name; proclaim his salvation day after day. Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous deeds among all peoples. For great is the Lord and most worthy of praise; he is to be feared above all gods.
[Psalm 96:1-4]
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