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December 26, 2010
Zion Student Ministries NYE Bash - This Friday, Dec. 31, 6 PM-12:30 AM Child Dedication: On Jan. 30 you will have an opportunity to dedicate your child to the Lord. Please contact the church office(olivia.lueth@firstfreechurch.org) to participate. Zion Student Ministry Needs Bus Drivers! Zion Student Ministry has grown to bus-size!...and they are in need of drivers for weekly and occasional events! If you drive bus, or have a good driving record and would like to get your license (we will help out), then contact Pastor Mark. No ABFs next Sunday, Jan. 2! Do you have a neighbor, a co-worker, or a family member who is asking questions about the Christian faith? Who needs to know the Lord? "Alpha" is a practical introduction to the Christian faith. Starting January 20th on Thursday evenings for 10 weeks (an evening meal and childcare are provided). Qs? Scott Bookhout at (612) 721-6144. GroupLink - Jan. 16: Connect With Others At First Free! Interested in baptism? Our next baptismal service is scheduled for January 23. Contact the church office or mark your Welcome Card if you would like to participate. Have you misplaced a jacket, Bible, or even pair of glasses? Check out First Free's Lost and Found, located below the stairs at the North entrance. Unclaimed items will be purged January 10. Class 101: Exploring Church Membership - If you would like to find out more about becoming a member of First Free, our next class will be held Sunday, Jan. 30, from 4-8 PM. Dinner will be provided. Mark your Welcome Card or call the church office to attend. The Library Committee requests that you keep books you wish to donate until May, 2011. We currently have many books which must be processed. Thank you. AC Serving Initiatives - Don't forget to Fill out a Star (with hours & location served) to celebrate how God has used FEFC to bless our community this season! Are you new(ish) to First Free? All newcomers and visitors are invited to a Guest Lunch Jan. 23 following the second service. This is an informal event where you can meet Pastor Joel and Becky Sutton and the ministry staff while having a "meal on us." Please join us in Room 105! Winter Parking Restrictions Are In Effect! Do NOT park on the EVEN side of streets surrounding First Free (excluding Chicago Ave and 52nd St. East of Chicago) from now until April 1. FEFC Giving
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Challenge 2012 December 19, 2010
Zion Student Ministries NYE Bash, Dec. 31, 6 PM-12:30 AM Child Dedication: On Jan. 30 you will have an opportunity to dedicate your child to the Lord. Please contact the church office(olivia.lueth@firstfreechurch.org) to participate. Zion Student Ministry Needs Bus Drivers! Zion Student Ministry has grown to bus-size!...and they are in need of drivers for weekly and occasional events! If you drive bus, or have a good driving record and would like to get your license (we will help out), then contact Pastor Mark. No ABFs next Sunday, Dec. 26, or Jan. 2! Do you have a neighbor, a co-worker, or a family member who is asking questions about the Christian faith? Who needs to know the Lord? "Alpha" is a practical introduction to the Christian faith. Starting January 20th on Thursday evenings for 10 weeks (an evening meal and childcare are provided). Qs? Scott Bookhout at (612) 721-6144. One Service. Sunday, Dec. 26, 9:30 AM. GroupLink: Jan. 16: Connect With Others At First Free! Thanks! The staff would like to offer its thanks to all members of the congregation for their generous Christmas gifts to us. It is a joy to serve the Lord alongside you! AC Serving Initiatives: Don't forget to Fill out a Star (with hours & location served) to celebrate how God has used FEFC to bless our community this season! Christmas Eve Services, 3 & 4:30 PM. "Christmas Wonder", Featuring the drama, "The Artist's Story". Nursery Childcare Provided. Winter Parking Restrictions Are In Effect! Do NOT park on the EVEN side of streets surrounding First Free (excluding Chicago Ave and 52nd St. East of Chicago) from now until April 1. FEFC Giving
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Challenge 2012 Christmas Poinsettia Donations
December 12, 2010
All women of the church are invited to a baby shower for Melissa Rusnak. Today, 2 PM, Room 105. Melissa is registered at Target and Babies "R" Us. Q? Patty Mellema, 612.822.7875 Zion Student Ministries NYE Bash - Dec. 31, 6 PM-12:30 AM Zion Student Ministry Needs Bus Drivers! Zion Student Ministry has grown to bus-size!...and they are in need of drivers for weekly and occasional events! If you drive bus, or have a good driving record and would like to get your license (we will help out), then contact Pastor Mark. Do you have a neighbor, a co-worker, or a family member who is asking questions about the Christian faith? Who needs to know the Lord? "Alpha" is a practical introduction to the Christian faith. Starting January 20th on Thursday evenings for 10 weeks (an evening meal and childcare are provided). Qs? Scott Bookhout at (612) 721-6144. Get your finances ready for 2011! At this workshop, you will determine what you are actually spending and learn at what level you should be based on your income. (Participants work at separate tables, and all information will remain confidential.) This Thursday, December 16, 6:45 PM, Room 108. Please contact Joel Burns at rexxsox@usfamily.net or 612-724-6510 for more info./RSVP. Common Threads will meet this Thursday, Dec. 16, at 5644 11th Ave at 7 PM. Our aim is to make prayer shawls, but those working on other handiwork are also welcome. ?: Diane, 612-721-7360 Free Blood Pressure Checks Today! You can find Christina Olson and Holly Doble outside of Room 105 after service. Calling All Band/Orchestra Players! Those in 7th grade-adults are invited to play with the Cross-Generational Orchestra on Dec. 19. Rehearsals: Today from 12:30-1:30 PM (Lunch included); Sat., Dec. 18, from 9:30-11 AM. Q? Jerry McDonald Christmas Eve Service - 3:00 & 4:30 PM: "Christmas Wonder", Featuring the drama, "The Artist's Story". Nursery Childcare provided. If you would like to honor or remember loved ones by purchasing a poinsettia that is placed in our sanctuary this Christmas season, please fill out a form available at the Welcome Desk by TODAY. Cost: $11.25 per plant. Have you misplaced a jacket, Bible, or even pair of glasses? Check out First Free's Lost and Found, located below the stairs at the North entrance. Unclaimed items will be purged January 3. The Library Committee requests that you keep books you wish to donate until May, 2011. We currently have many books which must be processed. Thank you. 'Tis the season...for bad weather! Church activity cancellations found: FEFC's & KTIS's Websites; Church Office; Your Inbox (if on a FEFC mailing list) FEFC Giving
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Challenge 2012
Advent Conspiracy Serving Initiatives You could…
Sign up for all events at the Welcome Desk...and after you've served, fill out a Star (with hours & location) to celebrate how God has used FEFC to bless our community this season! None of these work? Check out doinggoodtogether.org December 5, 2010
Zion Student Ministries NYE Bash - Dec. 31, 6 PM-12:30 AM All women of the church are invited to a baby shower for Melissa Rusnak. Next Sunday, Dec. 12, 2 PM, Room 105. Melissa is registered at Target and Babies "R" Us. Q? Patty Mellema, 612.822.7875 Join us to pray for Zion Youth Group kids and leaders on Thursday, Dec. 9, at 7 PM OR Friday, Dec. 10, at 11 AM at the home of Lori and Brian Graham, 5045 - 18th Ave. So. This is a time for parents of youth group kids to come together and pray specifically for our kids and youth leaders. Please join us! If you have any questions, call Lori at (612) 722-9904. Ladies' Christmas Tea - Next Sat., Dec. 11th, 9:30 - 11 AM. All ladies of the church & friends invited! Speaker: Becky Sutton. Info./RSVP at the Welcome Desk Get your finances ready for 2011! At this workshop, you will determine what you are actually spending and learn at what level you should be based on your income. (Participants work at separate tables, and all information will remain confidential.) Thursday, December 16, 6:45 PM, Room 108. Please contact Joel Burns at rexxsox@usfamily.net or 612-724-6510 for more info./RSVP. Do you have a neighbor, a co-worker, or a family member who is asking questions about the Christian faith? Who needs to know the Lord? "Alpha" is a practical introduction to the Christian faith. Starting January 20th on Thursday evenings for 10 weeks (an evening meal and childcare are provided). Start praying - WHOM CAN YOU INVITE? Questions? Scott Bookhout at (612) 721-6144. Calling All Band/Orchestra Players! Those in 7th grade-adults are invited to play with the Cross-Generational Orchestra on December 19. Rehearsals are as follows: Today and Dec. 12 from 12:30-1:30 PM (Lunch included); Sat., Dec. 18, from 9:30-11 AM. Q? Jerry McDonald Christmas Eve Services - 3 & 4:30 PM. "Christmas Wonder" - Featuring the drama, "The Artist's Story". Nursery Childcare Provided If you would like to honor or remember loved ones by purchasing a poinsettia that is placed in our sanctuary this Christmas Season, please fill out a form available at the Welcome Desk by Next Sunday. Cost: $11.25 per plant. Women's Guild Christmas Party - Dec. 7, 1 PM, at Viola Fjelman's. Bring your shoebox for Marie Sandvik Mission. Get tickets at the Welcome Desk TODAY. Thank you to Melissa Rusnak and her decorating crew for making First Free festive this Christmas season! 'Tis the season...for bad weather! Church activity cancellations found: FEFC's & KTIS's Websites; Church Office; Your Inbox (if on a FEFC mailing list) We offer our prayers and support to the family of Edythe Falck. Edythe passed away on Nov. 28. Services were held at FEFC yesterday. FEFC Giving
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Challenge 2012 Advent Conspiracy Serving Initiatives You could…
Sign up for all events at the Welcome Desk...and after you've served, fill out a Star (with hours & location) to celebrate how God has used FEFC to bless our community this season! None of these work? Check out doinggoodtogether.org November 28, 2010
Zion Student Ministries NYE Bash, Dec. 31, 6 PM-12:30 AM Get your finances ready for 2011! Ever wonder how much you can afford to spend on housing, auto, and food? At this workshop, you will determine what you are actually spending and learn at what level you should be based on your income. (Participants will work at separate tables, and all information will remain confidential.) Thursday, December 16, Room 108, 6:45 PM. Please contact Joel Burns at rexxsox@usfamily.net or 612-724-6510 for more info./RSVP. Ladies' Christmas Tea - Sat., Dec. 11th, 9:30-11 AM. All ladies of the church invited! Bring your friends! Info./RSVP at the Welcome Desk Men's Breakfast - Saturday, Dec. 4, 8:30 AM. All men are invited! Do you have a neighbor, a co-worker, or a family member who is asking questions about the Christian faith? Who needs to know the Lord? "Alpha" is a practical introduction to the Christian faith. Starting January 20th on Thursday evenings for 10 weeks (an evening meal and childcare are provided). Start praying - WHOM CAN YOU INVITE? Questions? Scott Bookhout at (612) 721-6144. Food Drive - Thank you to all who donated food for Community Emergency Services. First Free donated 1868 pounds of food! It's Christmas Time! Have a knack for decorating…or can you follow those who do? Come help prepare our church for the Christmas Season! This Monday, November 29, 6:30 PM Calling All Band/Orchestra Players! Those in 7th grade-adults are invited to play with the Cross-Generational Orchestra on December 19. Rehearsals are as follows: Dec. 5 and Dec. 12 from 12:30-1:30 PM (Lunch included); Sat., Dec. 18, from 9:30-11 AM. Q? Jerry McDonald If you would like to honor or remember loved ones by purchasing a poinsettia to be placed in our sanctuary during the Christmas Season, please fill out a form available at the Welcome Desk by December 12th. Cost: $11.25 per plant. Women's Guild Christmas Party - Dec. 7, 1 PM, at Viola Fjelman's. Bring your shoebox for Marie Sandvik Mission. Get your tickets at the Welcome Desk today or Dec. 5. Online Giving @ FEFC! We now offer online giving in the form of EFT/eCheck through our church website. Visit www.firstfreechurch.org/give to sign up for your account. You can also view your year-to-date giving from this link at any point throughout year. Q? Contact Olivia in the church office. FEFC Giving
Challenge 2012
General Fund
Missions/Outreach Advent Conspiracy Serving Initiatives You could…
Sign up for all events at the Welcome Desk November 21, 2010
Congratulations to Jordan and Katie Goodman! Noah Lee joined his big sisters, Natalie and Emma, on Tuesday, Nov. 16! Thank you to all who contributed to our Wednesday Creekside Clubs for Operation Christmas Child! The kids had a blast packing 83 shoeboxes for boys and girls around the world. Thanks to the many volunteers who helped out too! No Creekside Clubs or Zion Youth Group this week! Come join us at our Harvest of Praise Service! All women of the church are invited to a baby shower for Erica Twietmeyer. Today at 2 PM. Erica is registered at Target and Babies "R" Us. Q: Debbie Smith Ladies' Christmas Tea - Sat., Dec. 11th, 9:30-11 AM. All ladies of the church invited! Bring your friends! RSVP at the Welcome Desk Do you have a neighbor, a co-worker, or a family member who is asking questions about the Christian faith? Who needs to know the Lord? "Alpha" is a practical introduction to the Christian faith. Starting January 20th on Thursday evenings for 10 weeks (an evening meal and childcare are provided). Start praying - WHOM CAN YOU INVITE? Questions? Scott Bookhout at (612) 721-6144. Men's Breakfast - Saturday, Dec. 4, 8:30 AM. All men are invited! Harvest of Praise - This Wednesday, Nov. 24, 7 PM. A pie social will immediately follow the service. To Bring: Families/couples-a pie, Singles-Topping Calling All Band/Orchestra Players! Those in 7th grade-adults are invited to play with the Cross-Generational Orchestra on December 19. Rehearsals are as follows: Dec. 5 and Dec. 12 from 12:30-1:30 PM (Lunch included); Sat., Dec. 18, from 9:30-11 AM. Q? Jerry McDonald If you would like to honor or remember loved ones by purchasing a poinsettia to be placed in our sanctuary during the Christmas Season, please fill out a form available at the Welcome Desk by December 12th. Cost: $11.25 per plant. Online Giving @ FEFC! We now offer online giving in the form of ACH through our church website. Go to www.firstfreechurch.org/give to sign up for your account. You can also check your year-to-date giving from this link at any point throughout year. Q? Contact Olivia in the church office. FEFC Giving
General Fund
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Challenge 2012 Advent Conspiracy Serving Initiatives You could… Make Lunches for Simpson Housing (Dec. 4, 1-4 PM) Bake cookies for the Tubman Center (Drop off @ FEFC Dec. 12). Package food at Feed My Starving Children (36 spots available, Dec. 14, 6-7:30 PM) Gift Tree for FEFC Nursery & Preschool Make Sandwiches for Simpson Housing (Dec. 15, 6:30-8:30 PM) Sign up for all events at the Welcome Desk November 14, 2010
Harvest of Praise: Nov. 24, 7 PM. A pie social will immediately follow the service. To Bring: Families/couples-a pie, Singles-Topping
Zion Youth Group Pizza Fest - 6:30-10 PM, Nov. 19 Grief and the Holidays - A chance for people who are grieving a loved one to receive some help and support in facing the holiday season without them. Guest speaker, refreshments. Q? Marilyn Fisher. Today, 3 PM Zion Student Ministry has grown to bus-size!...and they are in need of drivers for weekly and occasional events! If you drive bus, or have a good driving record and would like to get your license (we will help out), then contact Pastor Mark. Worship Choir Performing Soon! Practice will be held this Tuesday, Nov. 16, at 7 PM. New choir members are welcome! If you are interested or have any questions, contact Debbie Smith or Pastor Eric. Common Threads will meet this Thursday, Nov. 18, at 5644 11th Ave at 7 PM. Our aim is to make prayer shawls, but those working on other handiwork are also welcome. ?: Diane, 612-721-7360 Quarterly Business Meeting. This Monday, Nov. 15, 7 PM Fresh Encounter. This Wednesday, Nov. 17, 6:30 PM All women of the church are invited to a baby shower for Erica Twietmeyer. Next Sunday, Nov. 21st, 2 PM. Erica is registered at Target and Babies "R" Us. Q: Debbie Smith Join with others world-wide to pray for the persecuted church today. More info. at: www.persecutedchurch.org It's an all church Thanksgiving Food Drive! Please pick up an empty bag(s) in the church foyer. Needed items are listed on the bag. Return donations to the church foyer by Nov. 21 for distribution to the food shelf. Thank you for your support! You are All Invited! A Wedding Reception for Phil & Anne Hintz. Today! 2-5 PM. Ebenezer Church (41st & Cedar) FEFC Giving
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Challenge 2012 Operation Christmas Child
Join the Creekside Kids in sending Christmas gifts to children all
over the world! Items will be collected until Wednesday, Nov. 17. Drop
them off by Beth Brown's Office. November 7, 2010
Harvest of Praise - Nov. 24, 7 PM. A pie social will immediately follow the service. To Bring: Families/couples-a pie, Singles-Topping Grief and the Holidays - A chance for people who are grieving a loved one to receive some help and support in facing the holiday season without them. Guest speaker, refreshments. Q? Marilyn Fisher, Nov. 14, 3 PM Worship Choir Performing Soon! Practice will be held next Tuesday, Nov. 16, at 7 PM. New choir members are welcome! If you are interested or have any questions, contact Debbie Smith or Pastor Eric. Quarterly Business Meeting - Monday, Nov. 15, 7 PM Fresh Encounter - Wednesday, Nov. 17, 6:30 PM China Outreach Ministries is sponsoring a Chinese-American afternoon on Nov. 14. We will match you up with a Chinese student(s) whom you will have in your home for a meal and accompany to a short program near the U. of M. For more info., contact Bob and Joanne Kraftson at rjkraftson@gmail.com or at 651-437-6806. Interested In Small Groups? Check out the Small Groups page on our church website! Join us to pray for Zion Youth Group kids and leaders on Thurs., Nov. 11th at 7:00 p.m. OR Fri., Nov. 12th at 11:00 a.m. at the home of Lori and Brian Graham, 5045 - 18th Ave. So. This is a time for parents of youth group kids to come together and pray specifically for our kids and youth leaders. Please join us! If you have any questions, call Lori at (612) 722-9904. It's an all church Thanksgiving Food Drive! Please pick up an empty bag(s) in the church foyer near the Welcome desk. Needed items are listed on the bag. Return donations to the church foyer by Nov. 21 for distribution to the food shelf. Thank you for your support! Kids Alive - The 2010 Dominican Republic trip personnel wish to thank you for your support and prayers. Today in the foyer and in the gym, should you be moved to inquire about helping one of these children, there will be tables with information on the children at Constansa who still need sponsors and also instructions on how you can do that. You can also go to www.kidsalive.org and find these children on their website to begin sponsoring them. White Cross will be cancelled for the months of Nov. and Dec. You are All Invited! A Wedding Reception For Phil & Anne Hintz, November 14, 2010, 2-5 PM. Ebenezer Church (41st & Cedar). RSVP 612-462-4743 or pmhintz@gmail.com FEFC Giving
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Challenge 2012 Zion Youth Group Pizza Fest - 6:30-10 PM, Nov. 19
Jr. High at the Nordell's-612-280-8782
Sr. High at the Mellema's-612-822-7875 Operation Christmas Child Join the Creekside Kids in sending Christmas gifts to children all over the world! Items will be collected until Wednesday, Nov. 17. Drop them off by Beth Brown's Office.
Items you can bring: October 31, 2010
Operation Christmas Child - Join the Creekside Kids in sending
Christmas gifts to children all over the world! Items will be
collected until Wednesday, Nov. 17. Drop them off by Beth Brown's
Office. Zion Student Ministry Needs Bus Drivers! Zion Student Ministry has grown to bus-size!...and they are in need of drivers for weekly and occasional events! If you drive bus, or have a good driving record and would like to get your license (we will help out), then contact Pastor Mark: mark.meyers@firstfreechurch.org Women's Guild - This Tuesday, Nov. 2, 1 PM. Ruth Hilden will be sharing about her trip to the Dominican Republic. Men's Breakfast - This Saturday, November 6, 8:30 AM, Speaker: Doug Conrad, Chef: Doug "Smugless" Nelson Vote Your Values: This Tuesday, Nov. 2. Pick up a "Voting your Values" flier and Voter Guide today at the Welcome Center. Educate yourself on election issues, where candidates stand, and choose the ones whose values most closely match yours. Don't Forget: Turn Your Clocks Back For Next Sunday! China Outreach Ministries is sponsoring a Chinese-American afternoon on Nov. 14. We will match you up with a Chinese student(s) whom you will have in your home for a meal and accompany to a short program near the U. of M. For more info., contact Bob and Joanne Kraftson at rjkraftson@gmail.com or at 651-437-6806. Free Blood Pressure Checks Today! You can find Christina Olson and Holly Doble outside of Room 105 after service. The 2010 Dominican Republic trip personnel wish to thank you for your support and prayers. Today in the foyer and in the gym, should you be moved to inquire about helping one of these children, there will be tables with information on the children at Constansa who still need sponsors and also instructions on how you can do that. You can also go to www.kidsalive.org and find these children on their website to begin sponsoring them. FEFC Giving
General Fund
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Challenge 2012 October 24, 2010
Is Your Student At Fall Retreat? Pick up @ FEFC: 12:30 PM, Oct. 24 Women's Guild - Nov. 2, 1 PM. Ruth Hilden will be sharing about her trip to the Dominican Republic. Senior Singles Lunch - TODAY, 12:30 PM, Olive Garden on American Blvd. We warmly welcome missionaries Mark & Athlee Bowman to our services today. Thank you for sharing your ministry with us! Workshop: Equipping the Church to Give Hope to the Hurting: This Saturday, Oct. 30, Room 105, 9 AM-12:30 PM. For: Nurses, Health Personnel, Pastors, and Others. Cost: $10, Register: mvanderw@elimcare.org or 952.259.4461 China Outreach Ministries is sponsoring a Chinese-American afternoon on Nov. 14. We will match you up with a Chinese student(s) whom you will have in your home for a meal and accompany to a short program near the U. of M. For more info., contact Bob and Joanne Kraftson at rjkraftson@gmail.com or at 651-437-6806. Men's Breakfast: Nov. 6, 8:30 AM; All men invited! Name Tag Sunday - Next Week! Grab a name tag in the foyer. Let's get to know each other! FEFC Giving
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Challenge 2012 October 17, 2010
Volunteers Needed! The Nursery is looking for volunteers. We are blessed with so many children and are always needing some extra, loving hands. Please contact Mallory Hueckman, sethandmal@gmail.com or call 952.303.6557, if you are willing to help even once every 2 months, once a month, or once every 6 weeks. Stockade Campout Coming Soon! Boys Gr. 3-6, Oct. 22-24, Camp Nathanael, More Info: Doug Nelson, 612.724.5244 Zion Student Ministry Needs Bus Drivers! Zion Student Ministry has grown to bus-size!...and they are in need of drivers for weekly and occasional events! If you drive bus, or have a good driving record and would like to get your license (we will help out), then contact Pastor Mark: mark.meyers@firstfreechurch.org
Is Your Student Going To Fall Retreat? We warmly welcome all of our missionary guests to First Free today: Doug and Cheryl Conrad, Chuck and Sharon Steen, Heidi Tunberg, and Julie Turnquist. Thank you for sharing your ministries with us!
Outreach Sunday - Children & Youth Speakers!
Outreach Sunday! Guest speakers will be in ABFs today. All are
invited to attend! Common Threads will meet this Thursday, Oct. 21, at 5644 11th Ave at 7 PM. Our aim is to make prayer shawls, but those working on other handiwork are also welcome. ?: Call Diane, 612.721.7360 Senior Singles Lunch - Oct. 24, 12:30 PM, Olive Garden on American Blvd. Visitation For The Homebound Class - Oct. 24, 9:30 AM, Contact Parish Nurses with Questions/RSVP The Pierce Family invites you to attend a farewell party for BJ in the gym from 2-4 PM today. Please drop by and wish BJ well as he leaves for Marine Basic Training. Cake and punch will be served. Family News: Congratulations to Pastor Eric for passing his Ordination Council this week! Workshop: Equipping the Church to Give Hope to the Hurting - Saturday, Oct. 30, Room 105, 9 AM-12:30 PM. For: Nurses, Health Personnel, Pastors, and Others. Cost: $10. Register: mvanderw@elimcare.org or 952.259.4461 Class 101: Exploring Church Membership - If you would like to find out more about becoming a member of First Free, our next class will be held TODAY from 4-8 PM. Dinner will be provided.
FEFC Giving
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Challenge 2012 October 10, 2010
Volunteers Needed! The Nursery is looking for volunteers. We are blessed with so many children and are always needing some extra, loving hands. Please contact Mallory Hueckman, sethandmal@gmail.com or call 952.303.6557, if you are willing to help even once every 2 months, once a month, or once every 6 weeks. Stockade Campout Coming Soon! Boys Gr. 3-6, Oct. 22-24, Camp Nathanael. More Info: Doug Nelson, 612.724.5244 Zion Student Ministry Needs Bus Drivers! Zion Student Ministry has grown to bus-size!...and they are in need of drivers for weekly and occasional events! If you drive bus, or have a good driving record and would like to get your license (we will help out), then contact Pastor Mark: mark.meyers@firstfreechurch.org
Is Your Student Going To Fall Retreat?
Plan Ahead! Guest speakers will be in ABFs for Outreach Sunday,
Oct. 17. All are invited to attend! Senior Singles Lunch, Oct. 24, 12:30 PM, Olive Garden on American Blvd. Are you new(ish) to First Free? All newcomers and visitors are invited to a Guest Lunch TODAY following the second service. This is an informal event where you can meet Pastor Joel and Becky Sutton and the ministry staff while having a "meal on us." Please join us in Room 105! Visitation For The Homebound Class, Oct. 24, 9:30 AM. Contact Parish Nurses with Questions/RSVP Common Threads will meet October 21 at 5644 11th Ave at 7 PM. Our aim is to make prayer shawls, but those working on other handiwork are also welcome. ?: Call Diane, 612.721.7360 Outreach Weekend Breakfast & Missionary Panel; This Saturday, Oct. 16, 9:30 AM. Childcare must be requested in advance! Sign up to attend on your Welcome Card or by contacting the Church Office! Workshop: Equipping the Church to Give Hope to the Hurting, Saturday, Oct. 30, Room 105, 9 AM-12:30 PM, For: Nurses, Health Personnel, Pastors, and Others. Cost: $10. Register: mvanderw@elimcare.org or 952.259.4461 Class 101: Exploring Church Membership. If you would like to find out more about becoming a member of First Free, our next class will be held next Sunday, Oct. 17 from 4-8 PM. Dinner will be provided. Mark your Welcome Card or call the church office to attend.
Fiscal YTD Giving: October 3, 2010
Challenge 2012 October 3, 2010
Sign Up for Kids' Choir at the Creekside Canteen! Practice: 5:15 PM, Wednesdays Zion Student Ministry Fall Retreat, Oct. 21-24. Final Registration Deadline: TODAY. Cost: $130 Volunteers Needed! The Nursery is looking for volunteers. We are blessed with so many children and are always needing some extra, loving hands. Please contact Mallory Hueckman, sethandmal@gmail.com or call 952-303-6557, if you are willing to help even once every 2 months, once a month, or once every 6 weeks. Women's Guild, This Tuesday, Oct. 5, at 1 PM, Speaker: Heidi Tunberg
Plan Ahead! Guest speakers will be in ABFs for Outreach Sunday,
Oct. 17. All are invited to attend! Senior Singles Lunch - Oct. 24, 12:30 PM, Olive Garden on American Blvd. Interested In Small Groups? Check out the Small Groups page on our church website! We Need YOU! The Children's Ministry is in need of 3 preschool teachers ASAP. We have preschoolers who are full of joy, fun lessons, and an organized, colorful classroom! Please let Beth Brown know soon if you're interested. Visitation For The Homebound Class: Oct. 24, 9:30 AM, Contact Parish Nurses with Questions/RSVP Outreach Weekend Breakfast & Missionary Panel: Oct. 16, 9:30 AM, Childcare must be requested in advance! Sign up to attend on your Welcome Card or by contacting the Church Office! Supplies for the DR! A work team from First Free will be going to the Dominican Republic soon to help kids! Pick up a list of needed supplies at MinistryLink or email the church office. Due: Oct. 6 Class 101: 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 October 17 from 4-8 PM. Dinner will be provided. Mark your Welcome Card or call the church office to attend. Are you new(ish) to First Free? All newcomers and visitors are invited to a Guest Lunch next Sunday, Oct. 10, following the second service. This is an informal event where you can meet Pastor Joel and Becky Sutton and the ministry staff while having a "meal on us." You may sign up at the Welcome Center or indicate your availability on the welcome card found in the worship folder.
Challenge 2012
Fiscal YTD Giving: September 26, 2010 September 26, 2010
Boys Brigade Hotdog Roast! Wabun Park, Oct. 2nd, 10 AM-3 PM It's Not Too Late! Sign Up for Kids' Choir at the Creekside Canteen! Practice: 5:15 PM, Wednesdays Zion Student Ministry Fall Retreat: Oct. 21-24, Final Registration Deadline: October 3, Cost: $130 Women's Guild: Oct. 5, 1 PM, Speaker: Heidi Tunberg Plan Ahead! Guest speakers will be in ABFs for Outreach Sunday, Oct. 17. Come and hear these missionaries speak about their ministries! Interested In Small Groups? Check out the Small Groups page on our church website! Agape will be hosting guest speaker, Dr. Terrie Lillie, today and Oct. 3. Dr. Lillie is the Executive Director for Facilitating Intercultural Relationships Everywhere (FIRE). The overall theme for the four weeks is "The Gift of the Stranger." Visitors are invited to come join us! MinistryLink: TODAY: Find Your Place To Pitch In! Pick up your new Fotobook today! Fotobooks are available in the foyer. You can also access it online...contact the church office for the password. Minnehaha Parkway will be closed next Sunday for the TC Marathon! Please plan accordingly. Free Blood Pressure Checks Today! You can find Christina Olson and a Parish Nurse outside of Room 105 after service. We Need YOU! The Children's Ministry is in need of 3 preschool teachers by October. We have preschoolers who are full of joy, fun lessons, and an organized, colorful classroom! Please let Beth Brown know soon if you're interested. Supplies for the DR! A work team from First Free will be going to the Dominican Republic soon to help kids! Pick up a list of needed supplies at MinistryLink or email the church office. Due: Oct. 6 Are you new(ish) to First Free? All newcomers and visitors are invited to a Guest Lunch on Oct. 10 following the second service. This is an informal event where you can meet Pastor Joel and Becky Sutton and the ministry staff while having a "meal on us." You may sign up at the Welcome Center or indicate your availability on the welcome card found in the worship folder.
Challenge 2012
Fiscal YTD Giving: September 19, 2010 September 19, 2010
Kick Off - Creekside Clubs: This Wednesday, Sept. 22, 6:30 PM, Sign up in the gym today! Kids Choir sign up also available! CoRe - Sign Up Deadline: Today! Begins: Sept. 26 Jr. Church Fall Hike! Gr. 4-6, This Saturday, Sept. 25, 9 AM- 5 PM. Meet @ First Free. RSVP/Q? Ross Olson: (612) 824-7691. Parents welcome too! Boys Brigade Hotdog Roast! Wabun Park. Oct. 2nd, 10 AM-3 PM Check out an ABF or Small Group in the gym TODAY! Agape will be hosting guest speaker, Dr. Terrie Lillie, Sept. 19, 26 and Oct. 3. Dr. Lillie is the Executive Director for Facilitating Intercultural Relationships Everywhere (FIRE). The overall theme for the four weeks is "The Gift of the Stranger." Visitors are invited to come join us!
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MinstryLink Interested In Small Groups? Check out the Small Groups page on our church website! Pick up your new Fotobook today! Fotobooks are available in the foyer. You can also access it online. Contact the office if you need the password. Supplies for the DR! You can help the children of the Dominican Republic! A work team from First Free will be going there in October to help with the Kid's Alive ARK orphanage and Care Center school program. They would like to fill their extra suitcases with supplies needed in the DR. Pick up a list of needed materials at the table at the back of the foyer or email the church office. Are you new(ish) to First Free? All newcomers and visitors are invited to a Guest Lunch on Oct. 10 following the second service. This is an informal event where you can meet Pastor Joel and Becky Sutton and the ministry staff while having a "meal on us." You may sign up at the Welcome Center or indicate your availability on the welcome card found in the worship folder.
Challenge 2012
Fiscal YTD Giving: August 22, 2010 September 12, 2010
Zion Youth Parents' Meeting: Find out what's happening in your student's life this fall! This Thursday, Sept. 16, 7 PM
Kick Off Youth Fall Retreat - Early Bird Deadline: TODAY! CoRe Sign Up Deadline: Sept. 19, Begins: Sept. 26 Jr. Church Fall Hike! Gr. 4-6, Sept. 25, 9 AM- 5 PM, Meet @ First Free, RSVP/Q? Ross Olson: (612) 824-7691, Parents welcome too! Adult Bible Fellowships launch today! Come and join us! Agape will be hosting guest speaker, Dr. Terrie Lillie, Sept. 12, 19, 26 and Oct. 3. Dr. Lillie is the Executive Director for Facilitating Intercultural Relationships Everywhere (FIRE). The overall theme for the four weeks is "The Gift of the Stranger." Visitors are invited to come join us! Kneemail: Pray for the ministries of First Free this week! Sign up to receive Kneemail on the card in your bulletin!
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MinstryLink Interested In Small Groups? Check out the Small Groups page on our church website! Like to Read? Check out First Free's library! We have a range of both children's and adult books, both Fiction and Non-Fiction. Library Hours: Week Days, 9 AM-5 PM; Sundays during Connection Time. Interested in the music of Pastor Eric? Please visit his website: www.cdbaby.com/erictwietmeyer Did you know that First Free has a time of corporate prayer every Wednesday? Come and join in lifting up the needs of those who attend First Free. Wednesdays,6:45 PM, Room 104
Challenge 2012
Fiscal YTD Giving: August 22, 2010 First Serve @ First Free Have You Found A Place To Pitch In?
September 5, 2010
Zion Youth Parent Meeting: Find out what's happening in your student's life this fall! Sept. 16, 7 PM
Kick Off: Youth Fall Retreat - Early Bird Deadline: Next Sunday, Sept. 12! CoRe: Sign Up Deadline: Sept. 19; Begins: Sept. 26 Agape will be hosting guest speaker, Dr. Terrie Lillie, Sept. 12, 19, 26 and Oct. 3. Dr. Lillie is the Executive Director for Facilitating Intercultural Relationships Everywhere (FIRE). The overall theme for the four weeks is "The Gift of the Stranger." Visitors are invited to come join us!
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MinstryLink Interested In Small Groups? Check out the Small Groups page on our church website! Women's Guild will be meeting This Tuesday, Sept. 7, at 1 PM. Guest Speaker: Cheryl Conrad Interested in the music of Pastor Eric? Please visit his website: www.cdbaby.com/erictwietmeyer Women's Neighborhood Bible Study - Begins This Wednesday, September 8, 9:30-11 AM. Childcare Provided, Infant-5 yrs. WNBS is a great way to connect with women of all ages and search God's Word together. This fall we will be studying the 2nd half of the book of Matthew. Kick Off Sunday - Next Sunday, Sept. 12: 2 Services, ABFs, Children's Programming
Challenge 2012
Fiscal YTD Giving: August 22, 2010 August 29, 2010
Zion Youth Parent Meeting: Find out what's happening in your student's life this fall! Sept. 16, 7 PM Interested In Small Groups? Check out the Small Groups page on our church website! Last Chance! Fotobook pictures will be taken TODAY in the gym after service. Update your contact info too! Senior Singles will be having lunch together today! If you are interested in attending, see Vi Fjellman. Women's Guild will be meeting Sept. 7 at 1 PM. Guest Speaker: Cheryl Conrad. Calling All Toothbrushes! Do you have an extra, new toothbrush lying around? Donate it! Glenn Hultstrand will be on a dental mission trip to Arequipa, Peru, from Sept. 2nd - 11th . Place your donations in the box in the foyer. Small Groups. Training for current and prospective leaders and participants. Today, 11 AM, Room 105. Come and hear why we do small groups at First Free and what we plan to do this fall to help more people connect! Adult Bible Fellowships will meet again starting September 12! Seekers' ABF continues through the summer. Fresh Encounter: This Wednesday, September 1, 6:30 PM Women's Neighborhood Bible Study: Begins Wednesday, September 8, 9:30-11 AM. Childcare Provided, Infant-5 yrs. WNBS is a great way to connect with women of all ages and search God's Word together. This fall we will be studying the 2nd half of the book of Matthew.
Fiscal YTD Giving: August 15, 2010
Challenge 2012
Fall at First Free!
Kick Off Sunday
Zion Youth Group
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Creekside Clubs
MinstryLink August 22, 2010
Youth Missions Report: This Wednesday, Aug. 25, 6:30 PM. Come to hear what God did in the lives of First Free Students this summer! Calling All Toothbrushes! Do you have an extra, new toothbrush lying around? Donate it! Glenn Hultstrand will be on a dental mission trip to Arequipa, Peru, from Sept. 2nd - 11th . Place your donations in the box in the foyer. Warm up your smile! Fotobook pictures will be taken TODAY and next Sunday in the gym after service. Update your contact info too! Small Groups: Training for current and prospective leaders and participants. August 29, 11 AM. Room 105. Come and hear why we do small groups at First Free and what we plan to do this fall to help more people connect! Fellowship Dinners, August 28. Lunch & Dinner. More Information/Sign up at the Welcome Desk or Call the Church Office! Q? Contact: Diane Laitinen (612-721-7360) Adult Bible Fellowships will meet again starting September 12! Seekers' ABF continues through the summer. Fresh Encounter, Wednesday, September 1, 6:30 PM, Prayer Walk. Women's Neighborhood Bible Study, Begins Wednesday, September 8, 9:30-11 AM. Childcare Provided, Infant-5 yrs. WNBS is a great way to connect with women of all ages and search God's Word together. This fall we will be studying the 2nd half of the book of Matthew.
Fiscal YTD Giving: August 8, 2010
Challenge 2012 Fall at First Free!
Kick Off Sunday
Zion Youth Group
GroupLink
Creekside Clubs
MinistryLink August 15, 2010
Sr. High Canoe Trip! Next Sat., Aug. 21, 9 AM-5 PM. Meet @ Church, Cost, $20. Sign up on youth website & pay by TODAY! Calling All Toothbrushes! Do you have an extra, new toothbrush lying around? Donate it! Glenn Hultstrand will be on a dental mission trip to Arequipa, Peru, from Sept. 2nd - 11th . Place your donations in the box in the foyer. Warm up your smile! Fotobook pictures will start TODAY through Aug. 29 in the gym after service. Update your contact info too! Small Groups: Training for current and prospective leaders and participants. August 29, 11 AM. Room 105. Come and hear why we do small groups at First Free and what we plan to do this fall to help more people connect! Joy Fleming completed a doctoral degree in psychology (Psy.D.) on July 28. Congratulations, Joy! Fellowship Dinners, August 28. Lunch & Dinner. More Information/Sign up at the Welcome Desk or Call the Church Office! Q? Contact: Diane Laitinen (612-721-7360) Adult Bible Fellowships will meet again starting September 12! Seekers' ABF continues through the summer. Fresh Encounter, Wednesday, September 1, 6:30 PM First Free Work Day! Saturday; August 21, 2010, 9 AM to Noon. * Cleaning exterior windows * Window wells - clearing out trash and weeds * Back stairway - relocating essential items, throwing out the rest * Removal of the fence and brush along 5155/parking lot property line. Qs? Contact Charlie Sawyer at (612) 825-9418
Fiscal YTD Giving: August 1, 2010
Challenge 2012 August 8, 2010
Congratulations to Philip & Elissa Michaelson! Thomas Beckett joined his big sister, Genova, on July 21st! Our prayers and condolences go out to the family of Orville Ayers. Orville passed away on August 5. A visitation will be held at 10 AM tomorrow at First Free, with a funeral service to follow at 11 AM. Have you misplaced a jacket, Bible, or even pair of glasses? Check out First Free's Lost and Found, located below the stairs at the North entrance. Unclaimed items will be purged tomorrow, August 9. Fellowship Dinners - August 28. Lunch & Dinner. More Information/Sign up at the Welcome Desk or Call the Church Office! Q? Contact: Diane Laitinen (612-721-7360) Adult Bible Fellowships will meet again starting September 12! Seekers ABF continues through the summer. Quarterly Business Meeting, Tomorrow, August 9, 7 PM Fresh Encounter, Wednesday, September 1, 6:30 PM Church Picnic: Please join us at Lake Nokomis after the Baptismal service today. Those with last names A-O, please bring a salad to serve 10 people; P-Z, please bring a dessert to serve 10 people. Lawn chairs and games are welcome! Grilled meat, beverages, condiments, and dinnerware will be provided. Women are invited to learn to make prayer shawls and work on their own craft projects at Postons', August 12, at 7 PM. 5644 11 Ave. S. Call Nancy @ 612-722-8453. First Free Work Day! Saturday; August 21, 2010, 9 AM to Noon. * Cleaning exterior windows * Window wells - clearing out trash and weeds * Back stairway - relocating essential items, throwing out the rest * Removal of the fence and brush along 5155/parking lot property line * Qs? Contact Charlie Sawyer at (612) 825-9418
Challenge 2012
Fiscal YTD Giving: July 25, 2010 August 1, 2010
(No News & Notes this week) July 25, 2010
Congratulations to Scott and Vanessa Beckett! Rhyse Sydney joined her siblings, Liam and Ava, on July 19! Pool Party - Zion Students - This Wednesday, July 28, 6-9 PM Fellowship Dinners: August 28. Lunch & Dinner. Sign up at the Welcome Desk or Call the Church Office! Q? Contact: Diane Laitinen (612-721-7360) Have you misplaced a jacket, Bible, or even pair of glasses? Check out First Free's Lost and Found, located below the stairs at the North entrance. Unclaimed items will be purged August 9. Members, families, and friends of the Life, Sojourners, and Makarios ABFs are invited to a group camping experience at Covenant Park Bible Camp on August 20-22. Registration forms available at the Welcome Desk. Contact Jeremy or Becki Kobielush at 612-499-1165 with questions. Picnic In The Park: Pearl Park, Thursday, July 29, 5:30 PM Quarterly Business Meeting. Monday, August 9, 7 PM Join Us at a Worship Service at the Falls, Minnehaha Park. August 1st, 10:30 am. Metered parking at the Falls is $.75. Please plan accordingly. We hope to see you there! Church Picnic - Please join us at Lake Nokomis after the Baptismal service, Aug. 8th. Those with last names A-O, please bring a salad to serve 10 people; P-Z, please bring a dessert to serve 10 people. Lawn chairs and games are welcome! Grilled meat, beverages, condiments, and dinnerware will be provided. Interested in baptism? Our next baptismal service is scheduled for August 8 at Lake Nokomis. Contact the church office or mark your Welcome Card if you would like to participate.
Fiscal YTD Giving: June 27, 2010
Challenge 2012: July 18, 2010
Congratulations to Corey and Jessica Sanborn! Nora Grace joined her big brothers, Jeremy and Eli, on July 15! Love Jesus? Love kids? Join the Creekside Friends team! If you're interested in working in the Children's Ministry this fall, contact Beth Brown! Pool Party - Zion Students - Wednesday, July 28, 6-9 PM Have you misplaced a jacket, Bible, or even pair of glasses? Check out First Free's Lost and Found, located below the stairs at the North entrance. Unclaimed items will be purged August 9th. All ladies of the church are invited to a bridal shower for Holli Pierce TODAY from 2-4 PM here at church. Holli is marrying J.G. Ferguson on August 14, 2010. They are registered at Target. Please come and help us celebrate with Holli! Members, families, and friends of the Life, Sojourners, and Makarios ABFs are invited to a group camping experience at Covenant Park Bible Camp on August 20-22. Registration forms available at the Welcome Desk. Contact Jeremy or Becki Kobielush at 612-499-1165 with questions. Church Picnic: Please join us at Lake Nokomis after the Baptismal service, Aug. 8th. Those with last names A-O, please bring a salad to serve 10 people; P-Z, please bring a dessert to serve 10 people. Lawn chairs and games are welcome! Grilled meat, beverages, condiments, and dinnerware will be provided. Interested in baptism? Our next baptismal service is scheduled for August 8 at Lake Nokomis. Contact the church office or mark your Welcome Card if you would like to participate. Picnic In The Park - Pearl Park, Thursday, July 29 Worship At The Falls - Aug. 1, 10:30 AM July 11, 2010
ALPHA course coming to FEFC this fall! More info. available at the Welcome Desk. Questions or interested? Contact: Scott Bookhout at (612) 721.6144. Training Session: This Saturday, July 17, 8 AM-4 PM, No Cost Senior High Mini Golf, This Wednesday, July 14, 6:30 PM. Meet @ Adventure Gardens, Richfield Members, families, and friends of the Life, Sojourners, and Makarios ABFs are invited to a group camping experience at Covenant Park Bible Camp on August 20-22. Registration forms available at the Welcome Desk. Contact Jeremy or Becki Kobielush at 612-499-1165 with questions. Clean Up Day! A chance to help some members of First Free with yard/house work! This Thursday, July 15, 10 AM-?? Contact the church office if you'd like to volunteer. All ladies of the church are invited to a bridal shower for Holli Pierce on Sunday, July 18, from 2-4 PM here at church. Holli is marrying J.G. Ferguson on August 14, 2010. They are registered at Target. Please come and help us celebrate with Holli! Interested in baptism? Our next baptismal service is scheduled for August 8 at Lake Nokomis. Contact the church office or mark your Welcome Card if you would like to participate. Love Jesus? Love kids? Join the Creekside Friends team! If you're interested in working in the Children's Ministry this fall, contact Beth Brown! Worship at the Falls: August 1, 10:30 AM Picnic In The Park: Pearl Park, Thursday, July 29
Fiscal YTD Giving: June 27, 2010
Challenge 2012 July 4, 2010
Our condolences and prayers go with the family of Arville Beckman. Arville passed away June 28th. Services were held at First Free on Thursday, July 1st. Blood Drive Follow-Up. This year we had 23 people participate at the blood drive and 7 of them were first-time donors! That's really great to see! Thank you for participating...and start planning for next year! ALPHA course coming to FEFC this fall! More info. available at the Welcome Desk. Questions or interested? Contact: Scott Bookhout at (612) 721.6144. Training Session: July 17, 8 AM-4 PM, No Cost Senior High Mini Golf, July 14, 6:30 PM. Meet @ Adventure Gardens, Richfield Members, families, and friends of the Life, Sojourners, and Makarios ABFs are invited to a group camping experience at Covenant Park Bible Camp on August 20-22. Registration forms available at the Welcome Desk. Contact Jeremy or Becki Kobielush at 612-499-1165 with questions. Clean Up Day! A chance to help some members of First Free with yard/house work! Thursday, July 15, 10 AM-?? Contact the church office if you'd like to participate. All ladies of the church are invited to a bridal shower for Holli Pierce on Sunday, July 18, from 2-4 PM here at church. Holli is marrying J.G. Ferguson on August 14, 2010. They are registered at Target. Please come and help us celebrate with Holli! Interested in baptism? Our next baptismal service is scheduled for August 8 at Lake Nokomis. Contact the church office or mark your Welcome Card if you would like to participate. Worship at the Falls. August 1, 10:30 AM.
Challenge 2012
Fiscal YTD Giving: June 27, 2010 June 27, 2010
Congratulations to Limin Shi and Zhen Liu! Their daughter, Addison Shi, joined them on June 22! Congratulations to Mark and Bobbie Fleming! Their baby girl, Chandler Arielle, joined them on June 17! Our condolences and prayers go with the family of Carroll Peterson. Caroll was a former member of First Free. A memorial service will be held at First Free tomorrow, June 28, at 11 AM. Thank you to ALL who helped make VBC this year a huge success! We had 200 kids attend last week and 140+ volunteers give their time and love. Please continue to pray that the truth the kids learned would take root in their lives! Senior Singles Luncheon, TODAY, 12:30 PM, Olive Garden (American Blvd.) Join the Summer Reading Club! All children, youth, and adults are welcome to participate. We will help you keep track of what you read between now and August 15. The library will be open before and after services . The book cart will be in the gym during coffee time. More info. is available at the Welcome Center. ONE Service. Sunday, July 4. 9:30 AM Name Tag Sunday. TODAY! Grab a name tag in the foyer. Let's get to know each other! Interested in baptism? Our next baptismal service is scheduled for August 8 at Lake Nokomis. Contact the church office or mark your Welcome Card if you would like to participate. ALPHA course coming to FEFC this fall! More info. available at the Welcome Desk. Questions or interested? Contact: Scott Bookhout at (612) 721.6144. Training Session: July 17, 8 AM-4 PM, No Cost
Fiscal YTD Giving: June 13, 2010
Challenge 2012 Pray for Challenge Conference 2010!
June 20, 2010
Congratulations to Jesse and Emily Horst! Ada Joy joined them on June 12! Join the Summer Reading Club! All children, youth, and adults are welcome to participate. We will help you keep track of what you read between June 13 and August 15. The library will be open before and after services . The book cart will be in the gym during coffee time. More info. is available at the Welcome Center. Senior Singles Luncheon, June 27, 12:30 PM, Olive Garden (American Blvd.) Capital Campaign - Update, Upgrade, & Uplift First Free! Further information available at the Welcome Desk. Designate "Challenge 2012" on check or giving envelope! Commitment Cards In By TODAY! Neighborhood Street Fest. It's a family-fun party! Join us for live music, hot dogs & ice cream, and inflatable jumpers for kids! This Wed., June 23, 6-8 PM Interested in baptism? Our next baptismal service is scheduled for August 8 at Lake Nokomis. Contact the church office or mark your Welcome Card if you would like to participate. Blood Drive. This Thursday! June 24, 3-6 PM. Sign up at Welcome Desk or by contacting the church office. We need your help...today! If you have time and could walk a few blocks, come help deliver Post-It Note Invites to the neighbors around First Free for the Neighborhood Street Fest. Meet at the church parking lot tonight (June 20) at 6:30 PM for maps and invites. We have 1,000 invites to deliver, so we need lots of willing walkers! Call Lori Graham at (612) 708-2907 if you can't make it, but would still like to help! ALPHA course coming to FEFC this fall! More info. available at the Welcome Desk. Questions or interested? Contact: Scott Bookhout at (612) 721.6144. Training Session: July 17, 8 AM-4 PM, No Cost
Fiscal YTD Giving: June 13, 2010 VBC This week 9 AM to noon. It's not too late to invite neighbors and friends. Children can register on each day! Please pray for VBC at First Free this week. Pray that God would work mightily in the hearts of the children and their families. Pray that everything would go smoothly for the volunteers (120+) and that this would be a powerful, fun week for all! Please stop by and check out the "High Seas" during the week. Come see what VBC looks like and pick up a treat in the "Ship's Biscuit" staff lounge! Our missions focus will be KIDS ALIVE in the Dominican Republic. Come hear First Free's group talk about their trip to the D.R. at 11:30 AM on Wednesday. The children will be collecting money for Bibles for Kids Alive! Hoist The Sails! Today! VBC Set-Up, Noon. Please stay and help set up for the High Seas Expedition! Lunch provided. Contact Beth Brown with questions. June 13, 2010
Our condolences and prayers go out to the family of Lucille Bornholdt. Lucille passed away Thursday, June 3. Services were held June 10 at First Free. VBC Training: 6:30-8 PM, This Wednesday. All volunteers must attend a training session! Hoist The Sails! Sunday, June 20...VBC Set-Up...Noon. Please stay and help set up for the High Seas Expedition! Lunch provided. Contact Beth Brown with questions. Blood Drive, June 24, 3-6 PM. Sign up at Welcome Desk or by contacting the church office. Host A New Arrival From China! New Chinese students are arriving this summer to study at the U. They need a place to stay for several days while finding housing. China Outreach Ministries is looking for people willing to host. Hosting involves providing temporary housing, arranging daily transportation to and from the U of MN's campus, and providing breakfast and supper. Interested? Info? Bob & Joanne Kraftson at rjkraftson@gmail.com. Missionary couple supported by First Free with two children are in need of housing and a vehicle in the Minneapolis area from June 22 - July 18. Call church office 612-827-4705 or e-mail info@firstfreechurch.org if you can help. This morning we welcome guest worship leader Tonia Hughes to our service. Tonia and her husband reside in Minneapolis. She is a regular worship leader at St. Andrews Lutheran Church in Mahtomedi, MN, and leads worship at various events around the metro area. If you are interested in learning more about Tonia's ministry or purchasing her recordings, please visit her website at www.toniahughes.com. Capital Campaign: Update, Upgrade, & Uplift First Free! Further information available at the Welcome Desk. Designate "Challenge 2012" on check or giving envelope! Commitment Cards In By June 20! Interested in baptism? Our next baptismal service is scheduled for August 8 at Lake Nokomis. Contact the church office or mark your Welcome Card if you would like to participate. Neighborhood Street Fest. It's a family-fun party! Join us for live music, hot dogs & ice cream, and inflatable jumpers for kids! June 23, 6-8 PM. Join the Summer Reading Club! All children, youth, and adults are welcome to participate. We will help you keep track of what you read between June 13 and August 15. The library will be open before and after services . The book cart will be in the gym during coffee time. More info is available at the Welcome Center. Senior Singles Luncheon, June 27, 12:30 PM. Olive Garden (American Blvd.)
Fiscal YTD Giving: May 23, 2010
Children's Ministry Summer Schedule begins June 20!
Nursery & Preschool, 9:30-12 PM *All children move up to their next grade level in the fall.* June 6, 2010
Congratulations to Geoff and Stacey Urbanz! Joanna Clare joined her big sister; Grace on June 1st! Everyone is invited to an Open House on Saturday, June 12, in celebration of Anne Peterson's high school graduation. Lake Hiawatha Recreation Center, 2701 44th St. E, MPLS, 6:30-9:30 PM. No RSVP necessary. Our condolences and prayers go out to the family of Theo Fries. Theo passed away Saturday, May 29. Services were held at First Free on June 3rd. Our condolences and prayers go out to the family of Walt Hultstrand. Walt passed away Sunday, May 30. Services will be held this week in Rockford, IL. VBC Training, 6:30-8 PM June 16. All volunteers must attend a training session! S.O.S. If you haven't registered to volunteer at VBC, do it today! VBC: June 21-25, 9 AM-Noon. Jump Aboard TODAY! Blood Drive: June 24, 3-6 PM. Sign up at Welcome Desk or by contacting the church office. Missionary couple supported by First Free with two children are in need of housing and a vehicle in the Minneapolis area from June 22 - July 18. Call church office 612-827-4705 or e-mail info@firstfreechurch.org if you can help. Host A New Arrival From China! New Chinese students are arriving this summer to study at the U. They need a place to stay for several days while finding housing. China Outreach Ministries is looking for people willing to host. Hosting involves providing temporary housing, arranging daily transportation to and from the U of MN's campus, and providing breakfast and supper. Interested? Info? Bob & Joanne Kraftson at rjkraftson@gmail.com. Capital Campaign: Update, Upgrade, & Uplift First Free! Further information available at the Welcome Desk. Challenge Sunday TODAY! Neighborhood Street Fest. It's a family-fun party! Join us for live music, hot dogs & ice cream, and inflatable jumpers for kids! June 23, 6-8 PM Interested in baptism? Our next baptismal service is scheduled for August 8 at Lake Nokomis. Contact the church office or mark your Welcome Card if you would like to participate. Join the Summer Reading Club. All children, youth and adults are welcome to participate. We will help you keep track of what you read between June 13 and August 15. The library will be open before and after services . The book cart will be in the gym during coffee time. More info is available at the Welcome Center.
Fiscal YTD Giving: May 23, 2010 May 30, 2010
Jr. Church Hike! This Saturday, June 5. Meet at First Free, 9 AM. Want to volunteer? Contact Ross Olson at ross@rossolson.org Blood Drive, June 24, 3-6 PM. Sign up at Welcome Desk or by contacting the church office. Host A New Arrival From China! New Chinese students are arriving this summer to study at the U. They need a place to stay for several days while finding housing. China Outreach Ministries is looking for people willing to host. Hosting involves providing temporary housing, arranging daily transportation to and from the U of MN's campus, and providing breakfast and supper. Interested? Info? Bob & Joanne Kraftson at rjkraftson@gmail.com.
Our prayers and warmest support go out to the families who are
dedicating their children to the Lord this morning: Interested in baptism? Our next baptismal service is scheduled for August 8 at Lake Nokomis. Contact the church office or mark your Welcome Card if you would like to participate. Women's Guild Picnic, June 1st, Noon, Salad Luncheon. Men Invited! Speakers: Rocky & Rachel Bliss. Location: Wabun Park. (Follow Minnehaha Pkwy. East past Minnehaha Park to 46th Ave S. Take right at stop sign; follow signs for Wabun Park.) *Rain location: First Free* Capital Campaign: Update, Upgrade, & Uplift First Free! Further information available at the Welcome Desk. Challenge Sunday is coming! June 6 Free Blood Pressure Checks Today! You can find Christina Olson and Holly Doble outside of Room 105 after service. 50 years ago on May 27th Jack and Phyllis Nordin were married here at First Free. Happy 50th Wedding Anniversary Jack and Phyllis!!
Fiscal YTD Giving: May 23, 2010 VBC June 21-25
VBC Training
S.O.S. May 23, 2010
Child Dedication: On May 30th you will have an opportunity to dedicate your child to the Lord. Please contact the church office (olivia.lueth@firstfreechurch.org) to participate. Jr. Church Hike! Saturday, June 5. Meet at First Free, 9 AM. Want to volunteer? Contact Ross Olson at ross@rossolson.org VBC - June 21-25. Jump Aboard TODAY! Registration for Vacation Bible Camp is underway! Volunteers please sign up too! Check the Fishing Net for items you can donate. Contact Beth Brown with questions. Makarios ABF Brunch TODAY at Eric and Sue Stabnow's house; 194 E. 95th Street Circle, Bloomington. (952) 881 -3492 Life Family Potluck. Today following 2nd Service, Gym. Please bring an entrée to share. Beverages, dessert, and paper & plastic products provided. RSVP or Qs?: Vanessa Beckett-(612) 721-6885. Come for a time of fun and connection. We hope to see you there! Host A New Arrival From China! New Chinese students are arriving this summer to study at the U. They need a place to stay for several days while finding housing. China Outreach Ministries is looking for people willing to host. Hosting involves providing temporary housing, arranging daily transportation to and from the U of MN's campus, and providing breakfast and supper. Interested? Info? Bob & Joanne Kraftson at rjkraftson@gmail.com. Global Day Of Prayer: Today. North Central University Event, 5-8 PM. globaldayofprayermn.com Interested in baptism? Our next baptismal service is scheduled for August 8 at Lake Nokomis. Contact the church office or mark your Welcome Card if you would like to participate. Challenge 2012: Capital Campaign: Update, Upgrade, & Uplift First Free! Further information available at the Welcome Desk. Challenge Sunday is coming! June 6 Everyone is invited to an Open House on Saturday, June 12, in celebration of Anne Peterson's high school graduation. Lake Hiawatha Recreation Center, 2701 44th St. E, MPLS, 6:30-9:30 PM. No RSVP necessary. We warmly welcome D. & J. S., missionaries in Indonesia, to our congregation today. Thank you for sharing your ministry with us! Join Agape at 11 AM today in Room 103 to hear them speak! Next Women's Guild, June 1st, 12 PM, Salad Luncheon. Speakers: Rocky & Rachel Bliss. Location: TBD One Service. Sunday, May 30. 9:30 AM
Fiscal YTD Giving: May 2, 2010
Upcoming Series: June 13-August 29, 2010 The God You Are Looking For Who do you think God is? Is He an unknown spirit floating through the cosmos? Or a creator with a hands-off attitude when it comes to His creation? Does He sit on a throne above the clouds waiting to zap you if you do something wrong? The Bible says that God is none of those things. He is in control, and at the same time He is right there for you. He knows everything and feels deeply. Join us this summer as we explore who God really is in our series called, "The God You Are Looking For." Are You Looking For A God Who….
June 13-"Is In Control?" May 16, 2010
Are you new(ish) to First Free? Come to our guest luncheon and meet the ministry staff! Today at 12:15 PM in Room 103
Congratulations Grads! Global Day of Prayer - Sunday, May 23. North Central University Event, 5-8 PM. globaldayofprayermn.com All are invited to Vi Fjellman's 90th Birthday Celebration! Today, 2-5 PM, Open House. Point of France (6600 France Ave. S). Given By: Lori & Steve, Janet & Roger D. & J. S., missionaries in Indonesia, will be visiting First Free next Sunday, May 23rd! Please join Agape ABF at 11 AM in Room 103 to hear them speak! Q & A on Challenge 2012. Bagels and Coffee Provided. May 22nd, 8:30 AM Child Dedication: On May 30th you will have an opportunity to dedicate your child to the Lord. Please contact the church office (olivia.lueth@firstfreechurch.org) to participate. Everyone is invited to Grad Night tonight at 7 PM. Grad Night is a special service and video presentation honoring the 2010 High School graduates who attend our youth group. We will be honoring the following graduates: Ben Byer, JG Ferguson, Anne Peterson, and BJ Pierce. Please plan to join us for dessert and fellowship immediately following the service. VBC: June 21-25. Jump Aboard TODAY! Registration for Vacation Bible Camp is underway! Volunteers please sign up too! Check the Fishing Net for items you can donate. Contact Beth Brown with questions. Ladies, please join us in a shower for Emily Horst today at 2 PM. She is having a girl, and the family will be going on the mission field, so practical gifts are appreciated. Emily is registered at Target and Babies R Us. For questions or gift ideas, contact Katie Goodman, (612) 702-8389. Life Family Potluck. Sunday, May 23, following 2nd Service, Gym. Please bring an entrée to share. Beverages, dessert, and paper & plastic products provided. RSVP or Qs?: Vanessa Beckett-(612) 721.6885. Come for a time of fun and connection. We hope to see you there! Fresh Encounter: This Wednesday, May 19, 6:30 PM
Fiscal YTD Giving: May 2, 2010
May 9, 2010
Child Dedication: On May 30th you will have an opportunity to dedicate your child to the Lord. Please contact the church office (olivia.lueth@firstfreechurch.org) to participate. VBC: June 21-25. Jump Aboard TODAY! Registration for Vacation Bible Camp has begun! Volunteers please sign up too! Check the Fishing Net for items you can donate. Contact Beth Brown with questions. Everyone is invited to Grad Night next Sunday, May 16, at 7 PM. Grad Night is a special service and video presentation honoring the 2010 High School graduates who attend our youth group. We will be honoring the following graduates: Ben Byer, JG Ferguson, Anne Peterson, and BJ Pierce. Please plan to join us for dessert and fellowship immediately following the service. Life ABF invites you to join us for a new parenting series . Grounded in the Bible's divine plan for parenting, "Shepherding a Child's Heart" helps parents define goals and provides the Scriptural methods for accomplishing them. We meet Sunday mornings in Room 104 at 9:30. Ladies, please join us in a shower for Emily Horst next Sunday, May 16, at 2 PM. She is having a girl, and the family will be going on the mission field, so practical gifts are appreciated. Emily is registered at Target and Babies R Us. For questions or gift ideas, contact Katie Goodman, (612) 702-8389. Host A New Arrival From China! New Chinese students are arriving this summer to study at the U. They need a place to stay for several days while finding housing. China Outreach Ministries is looking for people willing to host. Hosting involves providing temporary housing, arranging daily transportation to and from the U of MN's campus, and providing breakfast and supper. Interested? Info? Bob & Joanne Kraftson at rjkraftson@gmail.com. Dominican Republic Service Team Opportunity. Come be involved in the work of Kids Alive in the Dominican Republic! A team of 14 will be serving there October 9th-17th. Sign up deadline is TODAY. Contact Matt Beckett at (612) 801-7530 or thebeckett@gmail.com with interest or questions. Are you new(ish) to First Free? Come to our guest luncheon and meet the ministry staff! Next Sunday, May 16, 12:15 PM Global Day of Prayer: Sunday, May 23. North Central University Event, 5-8 PM. globaldayofprayermn.com All are invited to Vi Fjellman's 90th Birthday Celebration! May 16th, 2-5 PM, Open House. Point of France (6600 France Ave. S) Given By: Lori & Steve, Janet & Roger Graduates! We would love to recognize all of our Spring 2010 Graduates. Please send your name and degree info. to the church office by this Wednesday, May 12.
Fiscal YTD Giving: May 2, 2010 ANNUAL MEETING! Come and hear what God has been doing at First Free this past year! Tomorrow, May 10, 7 PM
Candidates: Voting will also include a significant capital campaign as well as a resolution to adopt the new EFCA doctrinal statement. Annual Reports are available at the Welcome Desk. May 2, 2010
Child Dedication: On May 30th you will have an opportunity to dedicate your child to the Lord. Please contact the church office (olivia.lueth@firstfreechurch.org) to participate. VBC, June 21-25. Jump Aboard TODAY! Registration for Vacation Bible Camp has begun! Volunteers please sign up too! Check the Fishing Net for items you can donate. Contact Beth Brown with questions. CoRe Today! 4-6 PM Life ABF invites you to join us for a parenting series starting TODAY. Grounded in the Bible's divine plan for parenting, "Shepherding a Child's Heart" helps parents define goals and provides the Scriptural methods for accomplishing them. We meet Sunday mornings in Room 104 at 9:30. Are you new(ish) to First Free? Come to our guest luncheon and meet the ministry staff! May 16th, 12:15 PM Graduates! We would love to recognize all of our Spring 2010 Graduates. Please send your name and degree info. to the church office by May 12. Inter-Generational Men's Fellowship. Saturday, May 8th, at 8:30 AM. Food provided by the "Master Chefs of First Free." Guest Speaker: Cary Humphries, "The 8 Characteristics of Biblical Leadership: Session 2" Everyone is invited to Grad Night on May 16 at 7 PM. Grad Night is a special service and video presentation honoring the 2010 High School graduates who attend our youth group. We will be honoring the following graduates: Ben Byer, JG Ferguson, Anne Peterson, and BJ Pierce. Please plan to join us for dessert and fellowship immediately following the service. Dominican Republic Service Team Opportunity. Come be involved in the work of Kids Alive in the Dominican Republic! A team of 14 will be serving there October 9th-17th. Sign up deadline is next Sunday. Contact Matt Beckett at (612) 801-7530 or thebeckett@gmail.com with interest or questions. Women's Guild will be meeting Tuesday at 1 PM. Guest Speaker: Jan Harthan Ladies, please join us in a shower for Emily Horst on May 16th at 2 PM. She is having a girl, and the family will be going on the mission field, so practical gifts are appreciated. Emily is registered at Target and Babies R Us. For questions or gift ideas, contact Katie Goodman, (612) 702-8389. Musicians and Techies: Are you a closet guitar player? A secretive drummer? Are you in love with your blu-ray and program it late into the night? When you sing, do birds flock to hear your melodies? Maybe you need to talk Pastor Eric (eric@firstfreechurch.org) or Karen Beckett (karenleb@juno.com) and become involved in the worship ministry! Start letting God use your gifts in the presence of others.
Fiscal YTD Giving: March 28, 2010 (Year-End)
ANNUAL MEETING! Come and hear what God has been doing at First
Free this past year! May 10, 7 PM. April 25, 2010
Child Dedication: On May 30th you will have an opportunity to dedicate your child to the Lord. Please contact the church office (olivia.lueth@firstfreechurch.org) to participate. VBC: June 21-25. Jump Aboard TODAY! Registration for Vacation Bible Camp has begun! Volunteers please sign up too! Check the Fishing Net for items you can donate. Contact Beth Brown with questions. CoRe - Today! 4-6 PM Drivers Needed! The Seekers class is in need of additional Sunday morning drivers! Most of the Chinese live close to the University. One time help is appreciated and regular help would be wonderful. Contact Hong Gu (Bob) at guhong@hotmail.com. Zion Gospel Choir: Students! Would you like to help give some energy to Sunday morning worship? Do you love Jesus and each other? Can you sing? Join the Zion Gospel Choir! Check out the youth room for more info./to sign up. Inter-Generational Men's Fellowship: Saturday, May 8th, at 8:30 AM. Food provided by the "Master Chefs of First Free." Guest Speaker: Cary Humphries, "The 8 Characteristics of Biblical Leadership: Session 2". Dominican Republic Service Team Opportunity: Come be involved in the work of Kids Alive in the Dominican Republic! A team of 14 will be serving there October 9th-17th. Sign up deadline is May 9th. An info. meeting for those who have not been to the DR will be held at church today at 6:30 PM. Contact Matt Beckett at (612) 801-7530 or thebeckett@gmail.com with interest or questions. Senior Singles Lunch: Olive Garden (American Blvd.) Today, 12:30 PM. Qs? Vi Fjellman (952) 929-8462 Women's Guild will be meeting May 4th at 1 PM. Guest Speaker: Jan Harthan Ladies Spring Tea: This Saturday, May 1st, 10-11:30 AM. For all ladies of the church. Invite your friends! Register to host a table or attend at the Welcome Desk. Ladies, please join us in a shower for Emily Horst on May 16th at 2 PM. She is having a girl, and the family will be going on the mission field, so practical gifts are appreciated. Emily is registered at Target and Babies R Us. For questions or gift ideas, contact Katie Goodman, (612) 702-8389. Musicians and Techies: Are you a closet guitar player? A secretive drummer? Are you in love with your blu-ray and program it late into the night? When you sing, do birds flock to hear your melodies? Maybe you need to talk Pastor Eric (eric@firstfreechurch.org) or Karen Beckett (karenleb@juno.com) and become involved in the worship ministry! Start letting God use your gifts in the presence of others. Free Blood Pressure Checks Today! You can find Christina Olson and Kelli Benner outside of Room 105 after first service.
Fiscal YTD Giving: March 28, 2010 (Year-End) April 18, 2010
Our condolences and prayers go out to the family of Ione Seaberg. Ione passed away April 7th. A funeral service was held at Albin Chapel on April 10th. Congratulations to Jeff and Rachel Olson! Clara Otelia joined her big sisters Laura, Helen, and Esther on April 13th! VBC Painting Day! Saturday, 9 AM-Noon. Qs? Contact Jenn Bartle at (612) 824-5120 VBC: June 21-25. Jump Aboard TODAY! Registration for Vacation Bible Camp has begun! Volunteers please sign up too! Check the Fishing Net for items you can donate. Contact Beth Brown with questions. Youth Group Parents' Meeting. This Wednesday 7-8 PM Zion Gospel Choir. Students! Would you like to help give some energy to Sunday morning worship? Do you love Jesus and each other? Can you sing? Join the Zion Gospel Choir! Check out the youth room for more info./to sign up. Inter-Generational Men's Fellowship. Saturday, May 8th, at 8:30 AM. Food provided by the "Master Chefs of First Free." Guest Speaker: Cary Humphries, "The 8 Characteristics of Biblical Leadership: Session 2" Drivers Needed! The Seekers class is in need of additional Sunday morning drivers! Most of the Chinese live close to the University. One time help is appreciated and regular help would be wonderful. Contact Hong Gu (Bob) at guhong@hotmail.com. Dominican Republic Service Team Opportunity. Come be involved in the work of Kids Alive in the Dominican Republic! A team of 14 will be serving there October 9th-17th. Sign up deadline is May 9th. An info. meeting for those who have not been to the DR will be held at church next Sunday at 6:30 PM. Contact Matt Beckett at (612)801-7530 or thebeckett@gmail.com with interest or questions. Senior Singles Lunch. Olive Garden (American Blvd.) Next Sunday, 12:30 PM. Qs? Vi Fjellman (952) 929-8462 Women's Guild will be meeting May 4th at 1 PM. Guest Speaker: Jan Harthan Join us tonight for a community outreach at the Marie Sandvik Center. Message at 7 PM followed by meal serving at 8 PM. See Kelli Benner or call (651) 247-3240. Kids are welcome! Ladies Spring Tea.Saturday, May 1st, 10-11:30 AM. For all ladies of the church. Invite your friends! Register to host a table or attend at the Welcome Desk. Musicians and Techies: Are you a closet guitar player? A secretive drummer? Are you in love with your blu-ray and program it late into the night? When you sing, do birds flock to hear your melodies? Maybe you need to talk Pastor Eric (eric@firstfreechurch.org) or Karen Beckett (karenleb@juno.com) and become involved in the worship ministry! Start letting God use your gifts in the presence of others.
Fiscal YTD Giving: March 28, 2010 (Year-End)
iMarriage April 25-May 30, 2010 We live in an "i" world. iPhones. iPods. iPads. iTunes. iTouch. What does a godly marriage look and feel like in our world that is so focused on "i"? Join us starting April 25th as we talk about iMarriages.
April 25-"Are Marriages Made In Heaven?" (Genesis
1-2:25) April 11, 2010
VBC Painting Day! Saturday, April 24, 9 AM-Noon. Qs? Contact Jenn Bartle at (612) 824-5120 VBC: June 21-25. Jump Aboard TODAY! Registration for Vacation Bible Camp begins today! Volunteers please sign up too! Check the Fishing Net for items you can donate. Contact Beth Brown with questions. My Red Paper Clip - Student Scavenger Hunt. April 24, 9:30 AM-1 PM. Sign Up by Next Sunday! The AGAPE ABF is hosting a baby shower luncheon for Amanda Kriesel-Koll and baby Colten TODAY at 12:30 PM in Room # 103. All ladies are invited to join AGAPE to celebrate Colten's new life. Gift cards are appreciated. Any questions? Contact Apryl Hultstrand (952)736-2686. Sam Rotman, Concert Pianist: Performing at First Free! Friday, 7 PM. Coffee & Dessert Reception To Follow. Free! Invite Your Friends! Abbreviated Passover Seder in Sojourners ABF. TODAY! Group Summit: All existing small group leaders and those interested in becoming a small group leader are invited to a dinner & training session. Come and learn what small groups at First Free are all about! April 26, 6-8 PM, Room 105. Qs? Contact the Church Office. Ladies Spring Tea: Saturday, May 1st, 10-11:30 AM. For all ladies of the church. Invite your friends! Register to host a table or attend at the Welcome Desk. Dominican Republic Service Team Opportunity: Come be involved in the work of Kids Alive in the Dominican Republic! A team of 14 will be serving there October 9th-17th. Sign up deadline is May 9th. An info. meeting will be held at church April 25th at 6:30 PM. Contact Matt Beckett at (612)801-7530 or thebeckett@gmail.com with interest or questions. Senior Singles Lunch: Olive Garden (American Blvd.) April 25th, 12:30 PM. Qs? Vi Fjellman (952) 929-8462 Church Clean-Up Day! Saturday, 9 AM-1 PM. Contact Cheryl Morel if planning to help out! (612) 827-5453. Please bring rakes & trimmers.
Fiscal YTD Giving: March 28, 2010 (Year-End)
Upcoming Series: April 25-May 30, 2010 iMarriage We live in an "i" world. iPhones. iPods. iPads. iTunes. iTouch. What does a godly marriage look and feel like in our world that is so focused on "i"? Join us starting April 25th as we talk about iMarriages.
April 25-"Are Marriages Made In Heaven?" (Genesis
1-2:25) April 4, 2010
VBC Painting Day! Saturday, April 24, 9 AM-Noon. Qs? Contact Jenn Bartle at (612) 824-5120 Sam Rotman, Concert Pianist Performing at First Free! April 16, 7 PM. Coffee & Dessert Reception To Follow. Free! Invite Your Friends! The AGAPE ABF is hosting a baby shower luncheon for Amanda Kriesel-Koll and baby Colten on next Sunday at 12:30 PM in Room # 103. All ladies are invited to join AGAPE to celebrate Colten's new life. Gift cards are appreciated. Any questions? Contact Apryl Hultstrand (952)736-2686. Women's Guild will be meeting Tuesday at 1 PM. Guest Speaker: Bob Solheim, "What Is Hospice?" Inter-Generational Men's Fellowship. All Grandpas, Dads, and Sons are invited this Saturday at 8:30 AM. Food provided by the "Master Chefs of First Free." Our presenter will be Cary Humphries, on "The 8 Characteristics of Biblical Leadership". Cary retired as Senior Vice President of Cargill, Inc., responsible for managing the Industrial Products Division, including steel manufacturing, salt, chemicals, transportation and fertilizers. He spent nearly 40 years with Cargill. Cary has also been on the national board of The Navigators, and after retirement he and his wife Margot spent a year in Kiev, Ukraine, as missionaries with The Navigators. Currently, Cary is leading 7 different weekly Bible studies with men in and around the Twin Cities. April 5, 6 PM. Night Out For Men & Boys: NCAA FINAL! Pizza & Pop Provided. Please Bring Snacks To Share & Your Own Lawn Chair. Prizes, Goofy Golf, Basketball, and Fun! Invite Friends!
Fiscal YTD Giving: March 28, 2010 (Year-End) Senior Singles Lunch. Olive Garden (American Blvd.) April 25th, 12:30 PM. Qs? Vi Fjellman (952-929-8462) Ladies Spring Tea, Saturday, May 1st, 10-11:30 AM. For all ladies of the church. Invite your friends! Register to host a table or attend at the Welcome Desk. Join Our Summer Adventure! VBC Kicks Off Next Sunday! My Red Paper Clip Student Scavenger Hunt. April 24, 9:30 AM-1 PM. Sign up by April 18!
March 28, 2010
Congratulations to Carlos and Erika Garcia! Alejandro (Alex) Gustavo joined his big sisters, Emily & Lilia, on March 20th! VBC Painting Day! Saturday, April 24, 9 AM-Noon. Qs? Contact Jenn Bartle at (612) 824-5120 Sam Rotman, Concert Pianist Performing at First Free! April 16, 7 PM. Coffee & Dessert Reception To Follow. Free! Invite Your Friends! No Clubs or Youth Group This Wednesday! Activities Will Resume April 7th! The AGAPE ABF is hosting a baby shower luncheon for Amanda Kriesel-Koll and baby Colten on Sunday, April 11, at 12:30 PM in Room # 103. All ladies are invited to join AGAPE to celebrate Colten's new life. Gift cards are appreciated. Any questions? Contact Apryl Hultstrand (952)736-2686. You are invited to a shower honoring the marriage of JiLin Chen and Ting Zhu (Victoria). Today at 1:30 PM. If you care to join us for the Seekers' potluck also, please bring a dish of food to share. They are not registered anywhere, but can use the usual household items. If you have questions, call Audrey Sollie at 952-818-8012 or email audreysollie@avvidonline.net. Interested in baptism? Our next baptismal service is scheduled for next Sunday. Contact the church office or mark your Welcome Card if you would like to participate. Women's Guild will be meeting April 6th at 1 PM. Guest Speaker: Bob Solheim, "What Is Hospice?" Inter-Generational Men's Fellowship. All Grandpas, Dads, and Sons are invited Saturday, April 10th, at 8:30 AM. Food provided by the "Master Chefs of First Free." Dominican Republic Service Team Opportunity. Come be involved in the work of Kids Alive in the Dominican Republic! A team of 14 will be serving there October 9th-17th. Sign up deadline is May 9th. An info. meeting will be held at church April 25th at 6:30 PM. Contact Matt Beckett at (612)801-7530 or thebeckett@gmail.com with interest or questions. April 5, 6 PM. Night out for Men & Boys. Pizza & Pop Provided. Please Bring Snacks To Share & Your Own Lawn Chair Prizes, Goofy Golf, Basketball, and Fun! Invite Friends!
Fiscal YTD Giving: March 7, 2010 Holy Week
Good Friday Service
Easter Services & Baptism
No ABFs, Youth Church, Kids' Activities March 21, 2010
Interested in baptism? Our next baptismal service is scheduled for April 4th. Contact the church office or mark your Welcome Card if you would like to participate. Free Blood Pressure Checks Today! You can find Christina Olson and Holly Doble outside of Room 105 after first service. Women's Guild will be meeting April 6th at 1 PM. Guest Speaker: Bob Solheim, "What Is Hospice?" Dominican Republic Service Team Opportunity. Come be involved in the work of Kids Alive in the Dominican Republic! A team of 14 will be serving there October 9th-17th. Sign up deadline is May 9th. An info. meeting will be held at church April 25th at 6:30 PM. Contact Matt Beckett at (612)801-7530 or thebeckett@gmail.com with interest or questions. Become our Facebook fan! Search for the new "First Evangelical Free Church - Minneapolis" page on www.facebook.com. MN Vespers today at 4:30 PM! Congratulations to Amanda and Jason Gillum! Moses Jeremiah joined his big brother, Miles, on Monday, March 15th! Pick up your Camp Shamineau and Camp Nathanael discount scholarship now at the Creekside Canteen! First Free happily gives scholarships to all kids going to camp...just fill out a form! Fresh Encounter. Wednesday 6:30 PM You are invited to a shower honoring the marriage of JiLin Chen and Ting Zhu (Victoria). March 28 , 1:30 PM. If you care to join us for the Seekers' potluck also, please bring a dish of food to share. They are not registered anywhere, but can use the usual household items. If you have questions, call Audrey Sollie at 952-818-8012 or email audreysollie@avvidonline.net. The AGAPE ABF is hosting a baby shower luncheon for Amanda Kriesel-Koll and baby Colten on Sunday, April 11, at 12:30 PM in Room # 103. All ladies are invited to join AGAPE to celebrate Colten's new life. Gift cards are appreciated. Any questions? Contact Apryl Hultstrand (952)736-2686. A new teaching series called "The Lord's Feasts: Christian Meaning in Jewish Festivals" has started in the Sojourner's ABF. This series will continue over the next several weeks. You are invited to join us as we continue learning about the Passover and other Jewish festivals. Sundays, 9:30 AM, Room 105.
Fiscal YTD Giving: March 7, 2010 Holy Week
Good Friday Service
Easter Services March 14, 2010
Order Your Easter Lily! Forms are located at the Welcome Desk. Deadline is TODAY Interested in baptism? Our next baptismal service is scheduled for April 4th. Contact the church office or mark your Welcome Card if you would like to participate. Notice: As of April, members will no longer be directly receiving a copy of the EFCAToday magazine to their homes. Copies will still be available in the foyer for those who wish to continue reading this publication. If you have any questions, please contact the Church Office. Calling Band/Orchestra Players! Those in 7th grade-adults are invited to play with the Cross-Generational Orchestra on March 21st. Rehearsals are as follows: Today from 12:15-1:15 PM (Lunch included) and Sat., March 20th, from 9:30-11 AM. Zion Youth Ministry would like to extend a huge "Thank You" to all who helped make the Terrace On Chicago Fundraiser Dinner a great success! We raised $10,128.47 for our summer ministry trips. Praise God! If you donated a card table for the event, you can pick it up by the marked closet in the gym today. Become our Facebook fan! Search for the new "First Evangelical Free Church - Minneapolis" page on www.facebook.com. Pick up your Camp Shamineau and Camp Nathanael discount scholarship now at the Creekside Canteen! First Free happily gives scholarships to all kids going to camp...just fill out a form! FOCUS - April 16-18, Cost: $20 per person. Students register by March 28th at www.student.firstfreechurch.org Pick up your new Fotobook today! Fotobooks are available in the foyer. You can also access it online at www.firstfreechurch.org/fotobook. Fresh Encounter - March 24, 6:30 PM A new teaching series called "The Lord's Feasts: Christian Meaning in Jewish Festivals" has started in the Sojourners ABF. This series will continue over the next several weeks. You are invited to join us as we continue learning about the Passover and other Jewish festivals. Sundays, 9:30 AM, Room 105.
Fiscal YTD Giving: February 21, 2010 Holy Week
Good Friday Service
Easter Services March 7, 2010
Calling Band/Orchestra Players! Those in 7th
grade-adults are invited to play with the Cross-Generational Orchestra
on March 21st. Rehearsals are as follows: Women's Guild, Tuesday, 1 PM. Guest Speaker: Pastor Joel Sutton Order Your Easter Lily Today! Forms are located at the Welcome Desk. Deadline is NEXT SUNDAY Fellowship Dinners: March 12 & 13th! Sign up at the Welcome Desk or Call the Church Office! Last Chance TODAY! Q? Contact: Diane Laitinen (612-721-7360) or Gail Marchand (612-823-3114) Notice: As of April, members will no longer be directly receiving a copy of the EFCA Today magazine to their homes. Copies will still be available in the foyer for those who wish to continue reading this publication. If you have any questions, please contact the Church Office. Family News: Our prayers are with Phyllis Brown on the death of her husband, Dick. His funeral was held yesterday. Come join Sojourners as they start a new series entitled: "Jewish Festivals of the Old Testament and what they mean to modern-day Christians." They meet 1st service in Room 105! Josiah's Gift, a group of Northwestern College students, will be presenting an hour of music and Scripture recitation TONIGHT at 6:00 PM in the sanctuary. Come join us for an awesome night of worship and encouragement! Pick up your new Fotobook today! Fotobooks are available in the foyer. You can also access it online at www.firstfreechurch.org/fotobook. FOCUS. April 16-18, Cost: $20 per person. Students register by March 28th at www.student.firstfreechurch.org CoRe - Next Sunday! 4-6 PM Pick up your Camp Shamineau and Camp Nathanael discount scholarship now at the Creekside Canteen! First Free happily gives scholarships to all kids going to camp...just fill out a form!
Fiscal YTD Giving: February 21, 2010 Holy Week
Good Friday Service
Easter Services & Baptism 10:15-11:15 AM Continental Breakfast No ABFs February 28, 2010
Fellowship Dinners: March 12 & 13. Sign up at the Welcome Desk or Call the Church Office! Q? Contact: Diane Laitinen (612-721-7360) or Gail Marchand (612-823-3114) Free Blood Pressure Checks Today! You can find Christina Olson and Kelli Benner outside of Room 105 after first service.
We Warmly Welcome Our New Members today! Women's Guild. Tuesday, 1 PM, Guest Speaker: Pastor Joel Sutton Name Tag Sunday. TODAY! Grab a name tag in the foyer. Let's get to know each other! We offer our prayers and condolences to the family of Harriet Mikkelson. Harriet passed away February 25th. A funeral service will be held at Albin Funeral Chapel in Eden Prairie (6855 Rowland Road ) on March 2nd at 11 AM. Pick up your Camp Shamineau discount scholarship now at the Creekside Canteen! First Free happily gives scholarships to all kids going to camp...just fill out a form! Note that Camp is offering a "Super Discount" for summer camps if you register by TOMORROW! Terrace on Chicago: Youth Fundraiser Dinner. Today: Last Chance To Reserve Your Seats. Dinner: March 6. Two Seatings Available: 5 PM & 7 PM. Come and learn about the Ministry Trips the students of First Evangelical Free Church will be taking this summer and support them financially. Note to Students: Please wear black dress pants and a white dress shirt on the night of the dinner. Students: Sign up for Summer Ministry Trips! Deadline is TODAY. Register online at student.firstfreechurch.org Josiah's Gift, a group of Northwestern College students, will be presenting an hour of music and Scripture recitation on March 7th at 6:00 PM in the sanctuary. Come join us for an awesome night of worship and encouragement! Have a card table? Zion Youth Group needs to borrow it for their Fundraiser Dinner! Place card tables in labeled gym closet by TODAY! Men's Fellowship: All Grandpas, Dads, and Sons are invited next Saturday (March 13th) at 8 AM for a continental breakfast, short talk, and discussion time.
Fiscal YTD Giving: February 21, 2010 February 21, 2010
Pick up your Camp Shamineau discount scholarship now at the Creekside Canteen! First Free happily gives scholarships to all kids going to camp...just fill out a form! Note that Camp is offering a "Super Discount" for summer camps if you register by March 1st!
Terrace on Chicago: Youth Fundraiser Dinner Students: Sign up for Summer Ministry Trips! Deadline is NEXT WEEK. Register online at student.firstfreechurch.org Outreach Weekend! Much Given, Much Required. Marie Sandvik Service Project, 7 PM (Worship), 8 PM (Serving Meal), February 21. No Registration Required. Q? Contact Kelli Benner (651-456-9367) Winter Parking Restrictions Are In Effect! Do NOT park on the EVEN side of streets surrounding First Free (excluding Chicago Ave and 52nd St. East of Chicago) from now until April 1st. Josiah's Gift, a group of Northwestern College students, will be presenting an hour of music and Scripture recitation on March 7th at 6:00 PM in the sanctuary. Come join us for an awesome night of worship and encouragement! Fellowship Dinners: March 12 & 13. Sign up at the Welcome Desk or call the Church Office! Q? Contact: Diane Laitinen (612-721-7360) or Gail Marchand (612-823-3114) Last Chance! Fotobook pictures will be taken TODAY in the gym after first service and the foyer after second. Update your contact info. too! Women's Guild. March 2nd, 1 PM. Guest Speaker: Pastor Joel Sutton Have a card table? Zion Youth Group needs to borrow it for their Fundraiser Dinner! Place card tables in labeled gym closet by next Sunday! Name Tag Sunday: February 28th. Let's get to know each other! Family News~ We offer our prayers and condolences to the family of Hazel Johnson. Hazel passed away February 12th. Services were held at First Free on February 18th.
Fiscal YTD Giving: February 14, 2010 February 14, 2010
Pick up your Camp Shamineau discount scholarship now at the Creekside Canteen! First Free happily gives scholarships to all kids going to camp...just fill out a form! Note that Camp is offering a "Super Discount" for summer camps if you register by March 1st! Terrace on Chicago: Youth Fundraiser Dinner. Reservations Accepted: TODAY-Feb. 28. Dinner: March 6. Two Seatings Available: 5 PM & 7 PM. Come and learn about the Ministry Trips the students of First Evangelical Free Church will be taking this summer and support them financially. Quarterly Business Meeting. This Monday, 7 PM. The following people have been nominated for church leadership positions: Council Chair-Alan Peterson (re-elect); Council At-Large-Jeff Dutton, Jim Friesen, Johanna Holliday (re-elect), Jeremy Kobielush; Auditing Committee-Charlotte Boyles, Mark Holman, Ron Sollie. Warm up your smile! Fotobook pictures will be taken TODAY through Feb. 21st in the gym after first service and the foyer after second. Update your contact info. too! Have a card table? Zion Youth Group needs to borrow it for their Fundraiser Dinner! Place card tables in labeled gym closet by Feb. 28th! Chinese New Year! Seekers Class will celebrate this traditional holiday with a potluck at 12:15 PM TODAY. Minnehaha/Nokomis Grief Support Group. Mondays, Now-March 29, 4:30-6:30 PM, Trinity Lutheran Church of Minnehaha Falls. Contact Marilyn Fisher with questions. (724-9311) Winter Parking Restrictions Are In Effect! Do NOT park on the EVEN side of streets surrounding First Free (excluding Chicago Ave and 52nd St. East of Chicago) from now until April 1st.
Fiscal YTD Giving: January 31, 2010
9:30-11 AM, February 20 *Register at the Welcome Desk or contact the church office*
9:30 & 11 AM, February 21
Sunday, February 21
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Terrace on Chicago: Youth Fundraiser Dinner: Camp Shamineau information is available at the Creekside Canteen, including summer camps, scrap 'n' stamp weekends, plus parent and child retreats! Note that Camp is offering "Super Discount" for summer camps if you register by March 1st! Chinese New Year is coming! Seekers Class will celebrate this traditional holiday after second service next Sunday. Invite your Chinese friends to join us ! RSVP as soon as possible with how many and what dish(es) you can bring to: Harry Tian at tdfzh@hotmail.com or Sam Song at song0110@umn.edu. The Crown Biblical Financial Study is changing the way people handle their money. Classes will be held Sundays from Feb. 21-April 25, 4-6 PM in the church library. Contact Tim Audette for more information or to sign up! (952-893-0681) or tbaudette@earthlink.net. Minnehaha/Nokomis Grief Support Group. Mondays, Feb. 8-Mar. 29, 4:30-6:30 PM. Trinity Lutheran Church of Minnehaha Falls. Contact Marilyn Fisher with questions. (724-9311) Quarterly Business Meeting: February 15th, 7 PM. The following people have been nominated for church leadership positions: Council Chair-Alan Peterson (re-elect); Council At-Large-Jeff Dutton, Jim Friesen, Johanna Holliday (re-elect), Jeremy Kobielush; Auditing Committee-Charlotte Boyles, Mark Holman, Ron Sollie. Warm up your smile! Fotobook pictures will start TODAY through Feb. 21st in the gym after each service. Update your contact info too! Have a card table? Zion Youth Group needs to borrow it for their Fundraiser Dinner! Place card tables in labeled gym closet by Feb. 28th!
Outreach Weekend! Much Given, Much Required.
Fiscal YTD Giving: January 31, 2010 January 31, 2010
Have a card table? Zion Youth Group needs to borrow it for their Fundraiser Dinner! Place card tables in labeled gym closet by Feb. 28th!
Terrace on Chicago: Youth Fundraiser Dinner Chinese New Year is coming! Seekers Class will celebrate this traditional holiday after second service on February 14th. Invite your Chinese friends to join us! RSVP as soon as possible with how many and what dish(es) you can bring to: Harry Tian at tdfzh@hotmail.com or Sam Song at song0110@umn.edu Quarterly Business Meeting - Feb. 8, 7 PM Warm up your smile! Fotobook pictures will start next week in the gym after each service. Update your contact info too! Get in the Word! Pick up a One-year Bible in the foyer today! Cost $15/Checks to First Evangelical Free. Already have a Bible? Year-long Bible reading plans are available too! Inter-Generational Men's Fellowship. All Grandpas, Dads, and Sons are invited this Saturday at 8 AM for a continental breakfast, short talk by Pastor Eric, and discussion time. Kids Alive has been flooded with orphans from the Haitian disaster. Would you like to help them out through a one-time donation or sponsorship? Checks can be written to First Free (Memo: Kids Alive) or sponsorship information is available in the foyer! Women's Guild will be meeting Tuesday at 1 PM. Guest Speaker: Herb Bloomquist of Camp Shamineau. Have you misplaced a sweatshirt, Bible, or even a pair of tennis shoes? Check out First Free's Lost and Found, located below the stairs at the North entrance. Unclaimed items will be purged TOMORROW. Minnehaha/Nokomis Grief Support Group. Mondays, Feb. 8-Mar. 29, 4:30-6:30 PM, Trinity Lutheran Church of Minnehaha Falls. Contact Marilyn Fisher with questions. (724-9311) E-News! Sign up to receive your First Word (First Free's monthly newsletter) via email! Contact the church office if interested!
Fiscal YTD Giving: January 17, 2010
Our Current Series:
12 Tests - Developing a Faith That Works
February Tests: January 24, 2010
Have a card table? Zion Youth Group needs to borrow it for their Fundraiser Dinner! Place card table in labeled gym closet by Feb. 28th!
Terrace on Chicago: Youth Fundraiser Dinner. Chinese New Year is coming! Seekers Class will celebrate this traditional holiday after second service on February 14th. Invite your Chinese friends to join us ! RSVP as soon as possible with how many and what dish(es) you can bring to: Harry Tian at tdfzh@hotmail.com or Sam Song at song0110@umn.edu Interested in baptism? Our baptismal service is scheduled for next Sunday. Contact the church office or mark your Welcome Card if you would like to participate. Get In The Game! Our Ministry Fair will be today during Connection Time in the gym! Plan to stop by and find out where you can serve at First Free. Get in the Word! Pick up a One-year Bible in the foyer today! Cost $15/Checks to First Evangelical Free. Already have a Bible? Year-long Bible reading plans are available too! Kids Alive has been flooded with at least 50 new orphans from the Haitian disaster. Would you like to sponsor one of them? Sign up at the Outreach booth (Ministry Fair) today! Have you misplaced a sweatshirt, Bible, or even pair of tennis shoes? Check out First Free's Lost and Found, located below the stairs at the North entrance. Unclaimed items will be purged February 1st. E-News! Starting TODAY, at the Ministry Fair, you can sign up to receive your First Word (First Free's monthly news-letter) via email! Look for the Office booth. Class 101: Exploring Church Membership. Find out more about becoming a member of First Free at our Class 101, today, from 4-8 PM in Room 103. Dinner will be provided (no childcare). Free Blood Pressure Checks today! You can find Christina Olson and Holly Doble outside of Room 105 after first service. Women's Guild will be meeting February 2nd at 1 PM. Guest Speaker: Herb Bloomquist of Camp Shamineau. Minnehaha/Nokomis Grief Support Group. Mondays, Feb. 8-March 29, 4:30-6:30 PM. Trinity Lutheran Church of Minnehaha Falls. Contact Marilyn Fisher with questions. (724-9311)
Fiscal YTD Giving: January 17, 2010 January 17, 2010
Our prayers and warmest support go out to the families who are dedicating their children to the Lord this morning:
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11:00 AM Minnehaha/Nokomis Grief Support Group. Mondays, Feb. 8-March 29, 4:30-6:30 PM. Trinity Lutheran Church of Minnehaha Falls. Contact Marilyn Fisher with questions. (724-9311) All newcomers and visitors are invited to a Guest Luncheon TODAY following the second service. This is an informal gathering where you can meet Pastor Joel and Becky Sutton and the ministry staff while having a "meal on us." Join us in Room 105 (Downstairs) at 12:15 PM! Interested in baptism? Our next baptismal service is scheduled for Jan. 31st. Contact the church office or mark your Welcome Card if you would like to participate. Get In The Game! We will be holding a Ministry Fair next Sunday during Connection Time in the gym! Plan to stop by and find out where you can serve at First Free. Have you misplaced a sweatshirt, Bible, or even pair of tennis shoes? Check out First Free's Lost and Found, located below the stairs at the North entrance. Unclaimed items will be purged February 1st. Class 101: Exploring Church Membership. Find out more about becoming a member of First Free at our Class 101, next Sunday, from 4-8 PM. Dinner will be provided. Mark your Welcome Card or call the church office to attend. E-News! Starting next Sunday, at the Ministry Fair, you can sign up to receive your First Word (First Free's monthly newsletter) via email! Look for the Office booth. Small Groups Launch Today! Sign up in the Foyer.
Fiscal YTD Giving: January 3, 2010
Our Current Series:
12 Tests - Developing a Faith That Works
January Tests: January 10, 2010
Child Dedication: Next Sunday you will have an opportunity to dedicate your child to the Lord. Please contact the church office (olivia.lueth@firstfreechurch.org) to participate. Youth Parent Meeting: Come and find out more about the summer ministry trips, learn about a few changes in the ministry programs, and hear stories of how God is working in and through the lives of your kids. Wednesday 7-8 PM Interested in baptism? Our next baptismal service is scheduled for Jan. 31st. Contact the church office or mark your Welcome Card if you would like to participate.
Service Opportunity: Join the Agape ABF as they pack meals at
Feed My Starving Children. Do you want to serve at First Free? We will be holding a Ministry Fair on January 24th during Connection Time in the gym! Plan to stop by and find out where you can bless this congregation.
Minnehaha/Nokomis Grief Support Group E-News! Starting January 24th, at the Ministry Fair, you can sign up to receive your First Word (First Free's monthly newsletter) via email! Look for the Office booth. Class 101: Exploring Church Membership Find out more about becoming a member of First Free at our next class, January 24, from 4-8 PM. Dinner will be provided. Mark your Welcome Card or call the church office to attend. All newcomers and visitors are invited to a Guest Luncheon next Sunday following the second service. This is an informal gathering where you can meet Pastor Joel and Becky Sutton and the ministry staff while having a "meal on us." You may sign up at the Welcome Center or indicate your availability on the welcome card found in the worship folder. Thank you so much for your prayers, love, and concern shown to us during Rod's illness and at the time of his death. ~Doris Holman and the Family
Fiscal YTD Giving: December 27, 2009 January 3, 2010
Child Dedication: On Jan. 17th you will have an opportunity to dedicate your child to the Lord. Please contact the church office (olivia.lueth@firstfreechurch.org) to participate. Youth Parent Meeting: Come and find out more about the summer ministry trips, learn about a few changes in the ministry programs, and hear stories of how God is working in and through the lives of your kids. January 13; 7-8 PM Interested in baptism? Our next baptismal service is scheduled for Jan. 31st. Contact the church office or mark your Welcome Card if you would like to participate. Makarios ABF You are all invited to brunch at Eric and Sue Stabnow's house TODAY at 11:30 AM. 194 E. 95th Street Circle Bloomington, MN 55420. Please feel free to call for directions: (952) 881-3492 Inter-Generational Men's Fellowship . All Grandpas, Dads, and Sons are invited this Saturday at 8 AM for a continental breakfast, short talk by Tim Olson ("Characteristics of a Godly Man"), and discussion time. Do you want to serve at First Free? We will be holding a Ministry Fair on January 24th during Connection Time in the gym! Plan to stop by and find out where you can bless this congregation. Class 101: 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 January 24 from 4-8 PM. Dinner will be provided. Mark your Welcome Card or call the church office to attend. Thanks! The staff would like to offer its thanks to all members of the congregation for their generous Christmas gifts to us. It is a joy to serve the Lord alongside you! All newcomers and visitors are invited to a Guest Luncheon January 17th following the second service. This is an informal gathering where you can meet Pastor Joel and Becky Sutton and the ministry staff while having a “meal on us.” You may sign up at the Welcome Center or indicate your availability on the welcome card found in the worship folder. Small Groups...New Groups Launch Jan. 17 Fiscal YTD Giving:
December 27, 2009 Service Opportunity Join the Agape ABF as they pack meals at Feed My Starving Children. When: Jan. 16, 7-9 PM Sign Up: Contact John Symington at— jsymington@earthlink.net Our Current Series
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A Thought From God's Word: Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.
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