Groups at First Free are a place to belong. Groups provide an environment for discipleship and study. They give opportunities for hospitality. They help us to grow and learn about God, the Bible, ourselves, and each other. Groups do not supplant the church, but they provide a setting where believers can more fully realize what it means to be the church. To learn more and find your fit, click the link below!

https://www.efree.org/groups

Men's Fall Bible Study

Delve into God’s Word and create and strengthen friendships that hold one another accountable. God uses relationships to teach, embolden, and help us live out a gospel-centered life. We can’t do it alone!

Men’s weekly Bible studies meet on Wednesdays @ 6:45 pm and Fridays @ 6:00 am. Both sessions meet in the Chapel. Join in any week that fits your schedule!

This fall we will be studying The Grave Robber – How Jesus Can Make Your Impossible Possible by Mark Batterson.

Baptism

Our fall baptism will take place on November 10, in both Sunday morning services. If you haven’t been baptized, we encourage you to prayerfully consider this act of obedience. Sign-ups are open at efree.org/baptism! Sign-ups close on November 7.

https://www.efree.org/baptism

Women in Church Leadership Forum

The Elders have been studying the topic of Women in Church Leadership, and want to hear from the congregation. We will be hosting a forum on November 10 at 12:15 pm in the Activity Center to hear opinions and get feedback. A light lunch will be provided and childcare is available. Please register below!

https://www.efree.org/event/women-in-church-leadership-forum/

Worship Together Service

We’re having a Worship Together service on November 17, and this is going to be a special service in a few different ways. We’ll be having just one service, at 10:45 am. Kid Connection will be open for kids from birth through pre-K, but kids from kindergarten and up, plus all of our students and adults, will worship together in the main auditorium. Also, we’ll be having some fun activities for you and your family before service at 9:30 in Kid Connection and Room 110. This is a great opportunity to bring friends and family to check out our church!

Don Erehart Farewell

We’re celebrating Don Erehart on November 17 with a lunch in the Activity Center at 12:15. Please join us and wish Don well on his new adventure!

Operation Christmas Child

Operation Christmas Child is an easy way to bless a child and spread the gospel this Christmas. Pick up a box from the table in the lobby or at an entrance, fill it up, and bring your filled boxes to the old Nursery (just drop them on the counter) by November 17th.

Financial Peace Live

Financial Peace Live will give you the momentum you need to kick-start your financial goals. In one exciting night, Dave Ramsey and Chris Hogan will teach you the seven-step plan that has helped nearly six million people get out of debt, build wealth, and retire with dignity. You work too hard to have nothing to show for it! Join us on November 20 at 6:30 pm in Room 110. Register for this FREE event below!

https://www.efree.org/event/financial-peace-live/

Take Back Black Friday

Each year, we encourage our church family to spend less so that we can give more. Our yearly Take Back Black Friday offering has been used to support people in need of mercy and grace wherever we find them - whether in Lebanon, Burkina Faso, or in our own neighborhood. This year, funds raised will be split between two projects: Bridge of Hope Ministries in north St. Louis city, and Jireh Ministries in India. We'll be taking our offering in service on November 24. Learn more about the projects and give online any time by following the link below!

https://www.efree.org/takebackblackfriday/

Promises of Christmas (Women's Dessert Night)

Join us on December 4 or 5 for our annual Women's Christmas Dessert night! This uplifting night of music, desserts, and stories will help you believe in the promises of Christmas. We've added a second night this year - space goes quickly, so gather your friends and neighbors and register today!

https://www.efree.org/event/promises-of-christmas2/

We're Hiring!

If you love God, love preschoolers, and are passionate about ministry to kids, you might be our next Early Childhood Supervisor! To learn more about this position, go to efree.org/earlychildhoodsupervisor.

https://www.efree.org/earlychildhoodsupervisor/

Holy Land Tour 2020

Our 2019 trip to Israel was amazing! We visited the Sea of Galilee, explored the ruins of Herod’s mountain palace in Masada, walked on the Mount of Olives, floated in the Dead Sea, and walked in the old city of Jerusalem where Jesus gave His life for us. Due to the incredibly high response from this trip and the number of people who wanted to go but could not this year, we’re considering another trip in the spring of 2020.If you are interested in joining us, please let us know at efree.org/israel.

http://www.efree.org/israel/

Care Team Counseling

Life often includes challenges that are too big to face alone. Our lay Care Team Counselors are trained to walk alongside and assist people who are in need of hope, care, and direction. Counselors are available by appointment every Wednesday evening - email care@efree.org.

http://www.efree.org/care/

Carman Trails Partnership Backpack Program

We are partnering with Carman Trails school to help support some of their students who face food insecurity. To help, please bring non-perishable, shelf-stable items (not canned, because of weight) to the hampers at the entrances to the building. Suggested items include fruit cups, prepared pasta meals, chicken/tuna packets, etc. Thank you for your generosity!

Ushers Needed!

Guest Connection is looking for ushers! We have openings in both services, so if you're interested, please contact guestconnection@efree.org.

RightNow Media

Ready to grow in your faith? First Free has launched RightNow Media - it’s like the "Netflix of Video Bible Studies" and has a HUGE library of faith-based videos aimed at helping you grow. You can access the videos wherever you want (on your phone, computer, at home on your TV) and with whoever you want (alone, with your spouse, with your small group). Log in and look around!

Didn’t get the email? Check your spam or visit efree.org/rightnow.

SOS - Servants On Site

God uniquely gifts every person for service, and SOS is a way to serve by using your maintenance skills on minor jobs such as painting, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, etc. To get involved, contact Tom Siener at 636.779.2160 or tsiener@efree.org.

Messages

Our sermons and Preparing for Worship emails are now available as podcasts!

http://www.efree.org/messages

Website

Visit our website!

http://www.efree.org/