Sunday, July 5, 2026
Today's Message
TODAY’S TEACHING NOTES
1 SAMUEL: FROM ANARCHY TO MONARCHY
THE WEARINESS OF WAITING
1 SAMUEL 27
Alan Donald
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Next Week's Passage: 1 Samuel 28
1 SAMUEL: FROM ANARCHY TO MONARCHY
THE WEARINESS OF WAITING
1 SAMUEL 27
Alan Donald
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Next Week's Passage: 1 Samuel 28
Upcoming Connection Opportunities
View all upcoming connection opportunities at www.efreechurch.org/events.
OFFICE CLOSED MONDAY, JULY 6. We will be resume regular hours, Tuesday, July 7, with office hours Monday-Thursday, 9:00 AM-3:30 PM.
FREE CHURCH FAMILY NIGHTS, WEDNESDAYS, 5:30-7:15 PM. Generations of God’s family fellowshipping, serving, and teaching one another to be more like Jesus. This gathering is for the WHOLE church family no matter your age or stage or what your household looks like. Join us for free dinner, worship, and time in God’s Word. Grab an invite from the Welcome Center to invite a friend, neighbor, or family member! No gathering Wednesday, July 15. To learn more about Family Night, visit www.efreechurch.org/familynight.
BAPTISM CLASS will be offered on Sunday, July 19 and July 26 following service. It’s the same class with two different options, just be sure to sign up online to let us know which class you’re attending! Led by Pastor Stephen, this class is required for anyone who would like to be baptized at our annual baptism service on August 23, or for anyone interested in learning more about baptism! To learn more or sign up, visit www.efreechurch.org/baptism or contact the church office.
MONTHLY PRAYER MEETING, Tuesday, July 7, 6:00 PM. Join us every first Tuesday of the month as we pray together as a church family. We believe in the power of prayer and in a God who hears us, loves us, and is actively at work in our church, our community, and our world. Come be encouraged as we lift our needs, hopes, and praises to the Lord together. You're welcome to pray aloud or simply join us in silent prayer.
JOIN OUR SUMMERFEST TEAM! SummerFest is a favorite tradition, and we're looking for a few people to help make it happen: organizing, being in the kitchen, setting up, running games, or tear down. No experience is needed, just a willingness to help create a fun, welcoming evening. If you're interested in helping, contact the church office or note it on a response card.
OFFICE CLOSED MONDAY, JULY 6. We will be resume regular hours, Tuesday, July 7, with office hours Monday-Thursday, 9:00 AM-3:30 PM.
FREE CHURCH FAMILY NIGHTS, WEDNESDAYS, 5:30-7:15 PM. Generations of God’s family fellowshipping, serving, and teaching one another to be more like Jesus. This gathering is for the WHOLE church family no matter your age or stage or what your household looks like. Join us for free dinner, worship, and time in God’s Word. Grab an invite from the Welcome Center to invite a friend, neighbor, or family member! No gathering Wednesday, July 15. To learn more about Family Night, visit www.efreechurch.org/familynight.
BAPTISM CLASS will be offered on Sunday, July 19 and July 26 following service. It’s the same class with two different options, just be sure to sign up online to let us know which class you’re attending! Led by Pastor Stephen, this class is required for anyone who would like to be baptized at our annual baptism service on August 23, or for anyone interested in learning more about baptism! To learn more or sign up, visit www.efreechurch.org/baptism or contact the church office.
MONTHLY PRAYER MEETING, Tuesday, July 7, 6:00 PM. Join us every first Tuesday of the month as we pray together as a church family. We believe in the power of prayer and in a God who hears us, loves us, and is actively at work in our church, our community, and our world. Come be encouraged as we lift our needs, hopes, and praises to the Lord together. You're welcome to pray aloud or simply join us in silent prayer.
JOIN OUR SUMMERFEST TEAM! SummerFest is a favorite tradition, and we're looking for a few people to help make it happen: organizing, being in the kitchen, setting up, running games, or tear down. No experience is needed, just a willingness to help create a fun, welcoming evening. If you're interested in helping, contact the church office or note it on a response card.
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: Healing for those battling short & long term illnesses
OUR STATE: Those affected by wildfires, firefighters, and other first responders on the front lines
NEIGHBORING EFCA & LOCAL CHURCHES:
MISSIONS: K&M, Central Asia, EFCA Reach Global
OUR CHURCH FAMILY: Healing for those battling short & long term illnesses
OUR STATE: Those affected by wildfires, firefighters, and other first responders on the front lines
NEIGHBORING EFCA & LOCAL CHURCHES:
- Grandview Christian Church Church, Cañon City, CO
- Table Mountain Church, Rye, CO
MISSIONS: K&M, Central Asia, EFCA Reach Global
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 2025–2026 spending plan approved by the congregation requires $72,050 monthly income.
April 2026
Week 1: $46,236.70
Week 2: $26,559.30
Week 3: 14,431.35
Total: $85,227.35
May 2026
Week 1: $22,925.09
Week 2: $13,217.54
Week 3: $16,589.11
Week 4: $ 9,935.03
Week 5: $14,488.54
Total: $77,155.31
June 2026
Week 1: $13,954.93
Week 2: $16,456.74
Week 3: $15,276.18
Week 4: $16,899.95
Total: $62,587.10
As we close out our fiscal year, we are grateful for the Lord's faithfulness in your generous giving. Year-to-date giving totals are $943,086.18, compared to last year’s $878,765.41. Because of your generosity, we have been able to replenish many of our previously depleted funds and continue supporting the ministry and mission of our church. While giving often slows during the summer months compared to the school year, we trust the Lord's continued provision as we finish this fiscal year and look ahead to the next.
For those who would like 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 2025–2026 spending plan approved by the congregation requires $72,050 monthly income.
April 2026
Week 1: $46,236.70
Week 2: $26,559.30
Week 3: 14,431.35
Total: $85,227.35
May 2026
Week 1: $22,925.09
Week 2: $13,217.54
Week 3: $16,589.11
Week 4: $ 9,935.03
Week 5: $14,488.54
Total: $77,155.31
June 2026
Week 1: $13,954.93
Week 2: $16,456.74
Week 3: $15,276.18
Week 4: $16,899.95
Total: $62,587.10
As we close out our fiscal year, we are grateful for the Lord's faithfulness in your generous giving. Year-to-date giving totals are $943,086.18, compared to last year’s $878,765.41. Because of your generosity, we have been able to replenish many of our previously depleted funds and continue supporting the ministry and mission of our church. While giving often slows during the summer months compared to the school year, we trust the Lord's continued provision as we finish this fiscal year and look ahead to the next.
For those who would like 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