Sunday, September 20, 2026
Today's Message
THE BEAUTY OF THE BRIDE SERIES
HOW WE MAKE DISCIPLES
2 Timothy 3:14-4:2
Pastor Stephen Moore
HOW WE MAKE DISCIPLES
2 Timothy 3:14-4:2
Pastor Stephen Moore
Upcoming Connection Opportunities
View all upcoming connection opportunities at www.efreechurch.org/events.
BIBLE FELLOWSHIPS, Sundays, 10:35 AM for kids, teens, & adults! This is a time of fellowship around a variety of topics that help us better seek, savor, and share Christ together:
MISSIONARY SPOTLIGHT LUNCHEON for S&A, Sunday, Today, after Bible Fellowships in the Student Center. This is an opportunity to hear from missionaries dear to our hearts as we deepen our understanding of their mission work with SEND International and the mission partnerships we support as a church. Can’t make it to the luncheon? Meet for a Tea Time! Sign up at www.efreechurch.org/missions.
BYLAWS TOWNHALL MEETING, Sunday, September 27, 4:30 PM in Room 201/203. This meeting is an opportunity to ask questions and discuss the proposed bylaw revisions.
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY, Mondays beginning October 5 at 9:00 AM or 6:00 PM in Room 101. Anxious for Nothing by Max Lucado study guide should be purchased ahead of time from retailer of choice. Based on Philippians 4:4-8, we will discover how to celebrate God's goodness, ask for His help, leave our concerns with Him, meditate on good things, and experience God's peace. To sign up or learn more, visit us online or at the Welcome Center.
BIBLE FELLOWSHIPS, Sundays, 10:35 AM for kids, teens, & adults! This is a time of fellowship around a variety of topics that help us better seek, savor, and share Christ together:
- JUST FOR STARTERS, Chapel
- Looking at 7 fundamental topics: being saved by God, trusting in God, living God’s way, listening to God, talking to God, meeting with God’s family, & meeting the world.
- Looking at 7 fundamental topics: being saved by God, trusting in God, living God’s way, listening to God, talking to God, meeting with God’s family, & meeting the world.
- HOW TO STUDY THE BIBLE, Room 101
- Interpreting the Bible as instructed in the Bible: framing study with what the Bible says, what it means, and how we should respond.
- Interpreting the Bible as instructed in the Bible: framing study with what the Bible says, what it means, and how we should respond.
- DISCIPLING, Room 201/203
- Learning how to help others grow in Christ through Biblical discipleship, prayer, study, and evangelism.
- Learning how to help others grow in Christ through Biblical discipleship, prayer, study, and evangelism.
- TEEN BIBLE FELLOWSHIPS, Student Center
- Catechism Focus: looking at principles of Christian religion in the form of questions and answers, used for the instruction of Christians! Pancakes every week!
- KID BIBLE FELLOWSHIPS, Check-In for age/grade room assignment
- Explore the Bible Curriculum: engages the whole kid with the truth of Scripture in its biblical and historical context. The Bible comes to life as kids unpack the transforming truth of God!
MISSIONARY SPOTLIGHT LUNCHEON for S&A, Sunday, Today, after Bible Fellowships in the Student Center. This is an opportunity to hear from missionaries dear to our hearts as we deepen our understanding of their mission work with SEND International and the mission partnerships we support as a church. Can’t make it to the luncheon? Meet for a Tea Time! Sign up at www.efreechurch.org/missions.
BYLAWS TOWNHALL MEETING, Sunday, September 27, 4:30 PM in Room 201/203. This meeting is an opportunity to ask questions and discuss the proposed bylaw revisions.
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY, Mondays beginning October 5 at 9:00 AM or 6:00 PM in Room 101. Anxious for Nothing by Max Lucado study guide should be purchased ahead of time from retailer of choice. Based on Philippians 4:4-8, we will discover how to celebrate God's goodness, ask for His help, leave our concerns with Him, meditate on good things, and experience God's peace. To sign up or learn more, visit us online or at the Welcome Center.
Let's Pray Together
If you would like to share a prayer request with the prayer team, please fill out a prayer card in the lobby or click here.
OUR CHURCH FAMILY:
OUR COMMUNITY: Upper Arkansas Area Council of Governments
NEIGHBORING EFCA & LOCAL CHURCHES:
OUR CHURCH FAMILY:
- Travis Judkins, recovery following surgery
- Christie Clodfelter, surgery this coming week
OUR COMMUNITY: Upper Arkansas Area Council of Governments
NEIGHBORING EFCA & LOCAL CHURCHES:
- Catalyst Church, Cañon City, CO
- First EFC, Colorado Springs, CO
Stewardship
Giving options here at the Free Church include online giving via the website or church app, offering boxes on the bulletin tables, or through your bank’s Bill-Pay.
Three Month Giving (Online & Cash/Check) – General Fund Contributions
The spending plan approved by the congregation requires $72,050 monthly income.
July 2026
Week 1: $19,905.67
Week 2: $22,043.64
Week 3: $20,419.58
Week 4: $13,658.06
Total: $75,626.95
August 2026
Week 1: $18,163.02
Week 2: $23,139.03
Week 3: $15,520.93
Week 4: $14,780.00
Week 5: $21,811.60
Total: $93,414.58
September 2026
Week 1: $16,789.05
Total: $16,789.05
Last week's numbers will be updated in next weeks' bulletin. We are grateful for the Lord's faithfulness through your generous giving as it supports the ministry and mission of our church. To review additional financial information and reports, visit www.efreechurch.org/Dashboard.
“Command them to do good, to be rich in good deeds, and to be generous and willing to share. In this way they will lay up treasure for themselves as a firm foundation for the coming age, so that they may take hold of the life that is truly life.” – 1 Timothy 6:18-19
Three Month Giving (Online & Cash/Check) – General Fund Contributions
The spending plan approved by the congregation requires $72,050 monthly income.
July 2026
Week 1: $19,905.67
Week 2: $22,043.64
Week 3: $20,419.58
Week 4: $13,658.06
Total: $75,626.95
August 2026
Week 1: $18,163.02
Week 2: $23,139.03
Week 3: $15,520.93
Week 4: $14,780.00
Week 5: $21,811.60
Total: $93,414.58
September 2026
Week 1: $16,789.05
Total: $16,789.05
Last week's numbers will be updated in next weeks' bulletin. We are grateful for the Lord's faithfulness through your generous giving as it supports the ministry and mission of our church. To review additional financial information and reports, visit www.efreechurch.org/Dashboard.
“Command them to do good, to be rich in good deeds, and to be generous and willing to share. In this way they will lay up treasure for themselves as a firm foundation for the coming age, so that they may take hold of the life that is truly life.” – 1 Timothy 6:18-19
Staff Contact
Stephen Moore, Senior Pastor
Amy Swantz, Administrative Assistant, office@efreechurch.org
Anette Versaw, Church Administrator, aversaw@efreechurch.org
Aaron Leggett, Pastor of Gathered Worship, aaronL@efreechurch.org
Daniel Van Camp, Pastor of Student Ministries, danielv@efreechurch.org
Sarah Koch, Director of Children’s Ministries, sarahk@efreechurch.org
Church Elders, leadership@efreechurch.org
Amy Swantz, Administrative Assistant, office@efreechurch.org
Anette Versaw, Church Administrator, aversaw@efreechurch.org
Aaron Leggett, Pastor of Gathered Worship, aaronL@efreechurch.org
Daniel Van Camp, Pastor of Student Ministries, danielv@efreechurch.org
Sarah Koch, Director of Children’s Ministries, sarahk@efreechurch.org
Church Elders, leadership@efreechurch.org