1 Samuel: From Anarchy to Monarchy
1 Samuel 16
Pastor Aaron Leggett

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Next Week's Passage: 1 Samuel 17

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FREE CHURCH COMMUNITIES, Sundays at 10:30 AM for all adults and kids! These multigenerational groups are a place to gather, grow, and to love others as we love Jesus. Visit us online or at the Welcome Center for more info.

MEMBERSHIP CLASSES, Sundays beginning February 15 at 10:30 AM. This four week, elder-led class covers our Statement of Faith and what it looks like to be a member of the Free Church. More info and registration at the Welcome Center or online at www.efreechurch.org/membership.

ALL CHURCH ATTENDEES ARE INVITED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE AWANA GRAND PRIX–not just kids! If you would like to purchase a $7 car to spruce and race, please email Amy at freechurchawana@gmail.com. The Grand Prix will be Sunday, February 22 at 4:00 PM.
 
PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT ADOPTION FUNDRAISER FOR THE LEGGETT FAMILY, Saturday, March 7, 4:30-7:30 PM. Our local Foster the Family chapter is inviting you to enjoy a kid free evening all while supporting the high costs of adoption and the beautiful life of a child! Suggested donation of $20 per child with dinner provided (including gf/df options). Click here to register, sign up to volunteer, or simply donate!

NAVIGATING FAMILY COURSE FOR TEENS & PARENTS THIS FEBRUARY. During the month of February, parents join with their teen during Free Church Communities to study and learn scripture together and discuss family life. Free pancakes included weekly! Meet in Student Center.

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: Willard Gordon, Marilyn Christensen, Cliff Landers, Don Burr, Dan & Karen Burnett, Glen Ensinger, & the others in our midst battling health complications, injuries, and/or recovering from surgery.
 
MISSIONS: Loaves & Fishes

OUR COMMUNITY: Correctional Staff

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.

3rd Quarter Giving (Online & Cash/Check) – General Fund Contributions

The 2025–2026 spending plan approved by the congregation requires $72,050 monthly income.

January 2026
Week 1: $26,548.11
Week 2: $19,898.90
Week 3: $18,172.25
Week 4: $6,938.75
Total: $71,558.01

February 2026
Week 1: $23,480.74
Total: $23,480.74

YTD giving is $583,027, compared to the previous year’s giving of $520,421. We have received a number of large one-time gifts in recent months ($70,000+) which account for much of the difference. Normal tithes & offerings are below where we were a year ago. We are grateful for the Lord’s faithfulness in your generous giving. For info on how giving compares to expenses, as well as other statistics, see the dashboard reports available online.

YEAR END GIVING STATEMENTS Giving statements have been emailed! If you didn’t receive one, please contact the church office to  make sure we have your correct email or to schedule a time to come and pick up a paper copy.

Stephen Moore, Senior Pastor
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