Our prayers go out to the family of Stan Johnson. Stan went home to be with the Lord on February 18. His memorial service will be held at First Free this summer. Memorials can be given to First Free Church or Bethany Covenant.

Senior Singles will meet for lunch this afternoon at 12:45 PM. Meet at Steak 'n Ale.

Children's Musical Sign-up: Rehearsals started Wednesday, February 20^th and will run each Wednesday from 5:00-6:00 PM at church. Supper will be served at 6:00 PM. The Musical is planned for Friday, April 25^th. If you have questions, please contact Jan Nyholm or Beth Brown.

Our updated 2008 Facebooks are available for you to pick up today in the foyer. These Facebooks will replace our old church directories. Addresses and phone numbers are listed in the back after the photos. The Facebook can also be printed from our website, www.firstfreechurch.org/facebook. For the password to open the Facebook, please contact the church office at info {at} firstfreechurch.org.

Women's Guild is planned for Tuesday, March 4, at 1:00 PM. Pastor Joel Sutton will be speaking.

Vacation Bible Camp is moving up to the week of June 23-27. Please note this when making your summer plans.

Baby Dedication: On Sunday, March 9, you will have an opportunity to dedicate your child to the Lord. Please mark your Welcome Card if you would like to participate.

Fresh Encounter: Mark your calendars for our next Fresh Encounter Prayer & Praise Event on Sunday, March 16, at 6 PM.

THINKING SUMMER? THINK CAMP! First Free is again offering partial scholarships for students through high school age to attend Shamineau, Rock Ridge or Camp Nathanael. Pick up a scholarship application at the welcome center or Creekside Canteen. Camp information is also available at the Canteen. Deadline is April 1^st for the early bird discount; final deadline is May 1st. For more info contact Cheryl Vatsaas, 651-681-8606 or cheryl {at} vatsaas.org.

Salem Free has a need for a computer, monitor and printer for Homework Help. We are looking for a system that will be low cost or free. If you can help, please see Maureen Juarez.

YTD Giving: Local Ministries: $463,339 Budget: $469,806
Feb. 10, 2008 Outreach: $119,823 Budget: $ 129,375

Children's Musical Sign-up: Rehearsals start on Wednesday, February 20^th and will run each Wednesday from 5:00-6:00 PM at church. Supper will be served at 6:00 PM. The Musical is planned for Friday, April 25^th. If you have questions, please contact Jan Nyholm or Beth Brown.

If you are new to First Free, you are invited to a Guest Lunch today at 12:15 PM in Room #105. Child care will be provided. Please join us even if you haven't signed up.

Our updated 2008 Facebooks are available for you to pick up today in the foyer. These Facebooks will replace our old church directories. ABF's, Council, Commissions, and Serving Committees are located after the staff pages. Addresses and phone numbers are listed in the back after the photos. Please limit one copy per family.

Choir will not meet for practice on Tuesday, February 19.

Senior Singles' Lunch is planned for Sunday, February 24, at 12:45 pm. Meet at Steak 'n Ale.

12 Seeds for Healthy Relationships: This 2 hour workshop is for people who are interested in leading or facilitating 12 Seeds classes or mentoring others. A workshop will be held at First Free on Thursday, February 21, from 6:30-8:30 PM. Other 12 Seeds Workshops at GMAE are on the bulletin board.

Lend your card table for a good cause! The Student Ministry is in need of card tables for Terrace on Chicago. Please bring your tables on or before February 24. Please stop by the sign up table in the gym, and they will direct you from there.

Baby Dedication: On Sunday, March 9, you will have an opportunity to dedicate your child to the Lord. Please mark your Welcome Card if you would like to participate.

YTD Giving: Local Ministries: $441,876 Budget: $449,380
Jan. 27, 2008 Outreach: $112,518 Budget: $ 123,750

We warmly welcome Lareau & Evie Lindquist with Barnabas International and Dave & Patsy Alfors with EFCA ReachGlobal. Lareau will preach this morning, and the Alfors will speak to our combined Adult Bible Fellowships.

Children's Musical Sign-up: Rehearsals start on Wednesday, February 20^th and will run each Wednesday from 5:00-6:00 PM at church. Supper will be served at 6:00 PM. The Musical is planned for Friday, April 25^th. If you have questions, please contact Jan Nyholm or Beth Brown.

If you are new to First Free, you are invited to a Guest Lunch on Sunday, February 17, at 12:15 PM in Room #105. Child care will be provided. If you would like to attend, please mark your Welcome Card or call Cindy in the office (612) 827-4705.

The next Quarterly Business Meeting is scheduled for Monday, February 11, at 7:00 PM. The following people have been nominated for Council: Church Chair: Alan Peterson; Council Secretary: Jeff Olson; Council: Ardese Barrett (re-elect); John Symington (re-elect); Apryl Hultstrand (re-elect); Johanna Holliday and Joel Burns.

12 Seeds for Healthy Relationships: This 2 hour workshop is for people who are interested in leading or facilitating 12 Seeds classes or mentoring others. A workshop will be held at First Free on Thursday, February 21, from 6:30-8:30 PM. Other 12 Seeds Workshops at GMAE are on the bulletin board.

Attention Actors: We are planning to bring the Word to life through dynamic scripture readings. If you are an actor and are willing to work hard on your craft, prepare something to read for us and come to an audition on February 12, from 6:45-8:00 PM at First Free. For more info, contact Pastor Eric.

Loan your card table for a good cause? The Student Ministry is in need of card tables for Terrace on Chicago. Please bring your tables on or before February 24. Please stop by the sign up table in the gym, and they will direct you from there.

YTD Giving: Local Ministries: $441,876 Budget: $449,380
Jan. 27, 2008 Outreach: $112,518 Budget: $ 123,750

Children's Musical Sign-up Beings Today: Rehearsals start on Wednesday, February 20 and will run each Wednesday from 5:00-6:00 PM at church. Supper will be served at 6:00 PM. The Musical is planned for Friday, April 25^th. If you have questions, please contact Jan Nyholm or Beth Brown.

All women are welcome to Women's Guild on Tuesday, February 5 at 1:00 PM. Our speaker will be Julie Morgenstern. She and her husband train missionaries going overseas.

If you are new to First Free, you are invited to a Guest Lunch on Sunday, February 17, at 12:15 PM in Room #105. Child care will be provided. If you would like to attend, please mark your Welcome Card or call Cindy in the office (612) 827-4705.

OUTREACH WEEKEND: We kick off the weekend with a dessert reception for Lareau & Evie Lindquist (Barnabas Intl.) on Friday, February 8, 7:00 PM at the Symington's home. On Sunday, February 10, Lareau Lindquist will preach at both services. David & Patsy Alfors (EFCA ReachGlobal) will speak to combined 9:30 and 11:00 AM Adult Bible Fellowships.

The next Quarterly Business Meeting is scheduled for Monday, February 11, at 7:00 PM. The following people have been nominated for Council: Church Chair: Alan Peterson; Council Secretary: Jeff Olson; Council: Ardese Barrett (re-elect); John Symington (re-elect); Apryl Hultstrand (re-elect); Johanna Holliday and Joel Burns.

Attention Actors: We are planning to bring the Word to life through dynamic scripture readings. If you are an actor and are willing to work hard on your craft, prepare something to read for us and come to an audition on February 12, from 6:45-8:00 PM at First Free. For more info, contact Pastor Eric.

Women's Neighborhood Bible Study & MOPS are looking for child care workers. Call Gail (612) 823-3114 for Wednesday Bible Study and Marilyn (612) 724-9311 for Friday MOPS.

YTD Giving: Local Ministries: $441,876 Budget: $449,380
Jan. 27, 2008 Outreach: $112,518 Budget: $ 123,750