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December 28, 2008
The rose on the organ this morning is for Ted and Kimber Carter! Elizabeth Reagan joined her sisters, Ceilie and Isabella, on December 18th. Congratulations! Youth NYE Bash. Normally when you think of NYE and fun, you don't think of church. But, this event is tons of fun…if you're caffeined up! 9 PM- 6 AM. Cost is $15 for FEFC students and $5 for friends that do not regularly go to a church. Bring your friends; they will love it!! Ladies, it's time to meet again! Women's Neighborhood Bible Study will resume January 7th. The Crown Biblical Financial Study is changing the way people handle their money. Topics include: getting out of debt, giving, saving and investing. Sign up now through Jan. 4th. Class orientation is Jan. 11th, and classes will be held every Wed. from Jan. 21st-March 25th, 6:30-8:30 PM. Contact Tim Audette for more information or to signup by calling 952-893-0681 or by e-mail at tbaudette {at} earthlink.net. Child Dedication: On Sunday, January 11th, you will have an opportunity to dedicate your child to the Lord. Please contact the church office at info {at} firstfreechurch.org if you would like to participate. Update your calendars! Clubs and Youth Group will not meet again until January 14th! Fresh Encounter: Our next Fresh Encounter Praise & Prayer Event will be Wednesday, January 21st, from 6:30-8 PM. Come worship together. When the weather outside is frightful…church activity cancellations can be found by: going online at www.firstfreechurch.org, calling the church office at (612) 827-4705, listening to KTIS radio, and checking your Inbox if you're included on a church email list (News, ABFs, etc.). Missed church? Copies of each sermon are available for check-out from First Free's Library! CDs can also be ordered in the foyer.
YTD Giving Local Ministries: $358,977
Budget: $403,170 December 21, 2008
Congratulations to Jordan and Katie Goodman! Emma Ileana joined her sister, Natalie, at 7:19 AM on December 16th. We are happy to have the Creekside Friends Kindergarten-6th Graders singing in this morning's worship services. Thank you to Diane Ryden for directing them!
It's called the Advent Conspiracy. Let's We will be collecting a Special Offering for Kids' Alive in today's services. Kids' Alive helps at-risk youth and orphans in the Dominican Republic. The money will go towards purchasing a bus to get the kids to school. Love All today! Update your calendars! Clubs and Youth Group will not meet again until January 14th! Youth NYE Bash. Normally when you think of NYE and fun, you don't think of church. But, this event is tons of fun…if you're caffeined up! 9 PM- 6 AM. Cost is $15 for FEFC students and $5 for friends that do not regularly go to a church. Bring your friends; they will love it!! The Crown Biblical Financial Study is changing the way people handle their money. Topics include: getting out of debt, giving, saving, and investing. Sign up now through Jan. 4th. Class orientation is Jan. 11th, and classes will be held every Wed. from Jan. 21st-March 25th, 6:30-8:30 PM. Contact Tim Audette for more information or to signup by calling 952-893-0681 or by e-mail at tbaudette {at} earthlink.net. Child Dedication: On Sunday, January 11, you will have an opportunity to dedicate your child to the Lord. Please contact the church office at info {at} firstfreechurch.org if you would like to participate. Missed church? Copies of each sermon are available for check-out from First Free's Library! CDs can also be ordered in the foyer.
YTD Giving Local Ministries: $358,977 Budget: $403,170 January = Small Groups New Small Groups kick off with 2009. Interested? Contact Jenn Bartle at jenn.bartle {at} gmail.com December 14, 2008
Junior Church Grades 4-6 will be caroling and giving out handmade Christmas cards at Redeemer Residence today! Kids meet in the gym at 10:45 AM and will be back at Noon.
It's called the Advent Conspiracy. Let's Update your calendars! Clubs and Youth Group will not meet again until January 14th! Get your finances ready for 2009! Part two of the Debt Reduction Workshop will be offered Dec. 18th from 6:30-8:30 PM at First Free. Contact Joel Burns at 612-724-6510 or rexxsox {at} usfamily.net if you are interested in attending. Creekside Friends in Grades 1-6 will be singing during both worship services December 21st! Questions? Contact Diane Ryden or Beth Brown. Calling all First Free instrumentalists! We will be gathering together in the gym during coffee time Dec. 21st to play Christmas carols. Contact Cheryl Polland at 612-823-4046 with any questions. Youth NYE Bash. Normally when you think of NYE and fun, you don't think of church. But, this event is tons of fun…if you're caffeined up! 9 PM- 6 AM. Cost is $15 for FEFC students and $5 for friends that do not regularly go to a church. Bring your friends; they will love it!! Child Dedication: On Sunday, January 11, you will have an opportunity to dedicate your child to the Lord. Please contact the church office at info {at} firstfreechurch.org if you would like to participate. Missed church? Copies of each sermon are available for check-out from First Free's Library! CDs can also be ordered in the foyer.
YTD Giving Local Ministries: $343,462 Budget: $391,971 December 7, 2008
Today, after First Service, the parish nurses will be providing free blood pressure checks for any who are interested. They will be located in the downstairs hallway (near Rooms 105/106). Outreach Commission will be meeting tonight at 5 PM.
It's called the Advent Conspiracy. Let's Get your finances ready for 2009! A two-part Debt Reduction Workshop will be offered Dec. 11th and 18th from 6:30-8:30 PM at First Free. Contact Joel Burns at 612-724-6510 or rexxsox {at} usfamily.net if you are interested in attending. Creekside Friends in Grades 1-6 will be singing during both worship services December 21st! Questions? Contact Diane Ryden or Beth Brown. Youth NYE Bash. Normally when you think of NYE and fun, you don't think of church. But, this event is tons of fun…if you're caffeined up! 9 PM- 6 AM. Cost is $15 for FEFC students and $5 for friends that do not regularly go to a church. Bring your friends; they will love it!!
YTD Giving Local Ministries: $324,345 Budget: $369,573 Holiday Happenings! Life ABF is celebrating together at a 10 AM Christmas Brunch on Dec. 13th. Jon & Carrie Boyum will be hosting. Cost is $5 per family. A Christmas Potluck for the Soujourners ABF will be in Rooms 105/106 on Dec. 14th after second service. The Seekers ABF will have its Christmas Party on Dec. 14th at Noon in the gym. RSVP by Wednesday to Audrey Sollie at audreysollie {at} avvidonline.net or 952-818-8012. Everyone should bring food to share and a small, wrapped gift for each person attending to exchange. |
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[Hebrews 4:12]
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