Sunday, July 26, 2026
Today's Message
TODAY’S TEACHING NOTES
1 SAMUEL: FROM ANARCHY TO MONARCHY
THE GOOD KING
1 SAMUEL 30
Pastor Stephen Pastor
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Next Week's Passage: 1 Samuel 31
1 SAMUEL: FROM ANARCHY TO MONARCHY
THE GOOD KING
1 SAMUEL 30
Pastor Stephen Pastor
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Next Week's Passage: 1 Samuel 31
Upcoming Connection Opportunities
View all upcoming connection opportunities at www.efreechurch.org/events.
LAST FREE CHURCH FAMILY NIGHT OF THE SUMMER, Wednesday, July 29, 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.
LADIES PRAYER GROUP, Mondays, 11:30 AM in the Family Room. Ladies of all ages are invited to join us for this weekly gathering as we lift up needs for those in our community and church family.
MEN’S BIBLE STUDY, Thursdays at 7:00 AM or Saturdays at 7:30 AM in the Corner (located behind the sanctuary, across from the kitchen). Men of all ages are invited to attend as we dig deeper into God’s word together.
MONTHLY PRAYER MEETING, Tuesday, August 4, 6:00 PM. We pray collectively every 1st Tuesday. 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 silently.
HEALTH & WELLNESS CLASS, Thursday, August 6, and every 1st Thursday at 6:30 PM in the Annex. All interested individuals are invited. Come and learn practical ways to be a good steward of your body and health.
LOAVES & FISHES VOLUNTEERS & PANTRY ITEMS NEEDED, Thursdays, 4:00 PM at Loaves & Fishes. We make and serve dinner every Thursday at Loaves & Fishes. Join us as we impact our community for Christ. To sign up or learn more, contact Suzi at okhartsuz@gmail.com. We also need pantry staples, which can be dropped off at the church office anytime during office hours.
LAST FREE CHURCH FAMILY NIGHT OF THE SUMMER, Wednesday, July 29, 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.
LADIES PRAYER GROUP, Mondays, 11:30 AM in the Family Room. Ladies of all ages are invited to join us for this weekly gathering as we lift up needs for those in our community and church family.
MEN’S BIBLE STUDY, Thursdays at 7:00 AM or Saturdays at 7:30 AM in the Corner (located behind the sanctuary, across from the kitchen). Men of all ages are invited to attend as we dig deeper into God’s word together.
MONTHLY PRAYER MEETING, Tuesday, August 4, 6:00 PM. We pray collectively every 1st Tuesday. 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 silently.
HEALTH & WELLNESS CLASS, Thursday, August 6, and every 1st Thursday at 6:30 PM in the Annex. All interested individuals are invited. Come and learn practical ways to be a good steward of your body and health.
LOAVES & FISHES VOLUNTEERS & PANTRY ITEMS NEEDED, Thursdays, 4:00 PM at Loaves & Fishes. We make and serve dinner every Thursday at Loaves & Fishes. Join us as we impact our community for Christ. To sign up or learn more, contact Suzi at okhartsuz@gmail.com. We also need pantry staples, which can be dropped off at the church office anytime during office hours.
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: For us to glorify God, living with humility and integrity among our families, friends, and neighbors
OUR COMMUNITY: Teachers, School District Employees, Volunteers, School Bus Drivers, & Students
NEIGHBORING EFCA & LOCAL CHURCHES:
MISSIONS: S&A, SEND International, Closed Location
OUR CHURCH FAMILY: For us to glorify God, living with humility and integrity among our families, friends, and neighbors
OUR COMMUNITY: Teachers, School District Employees, Volunteers, School Bus Drivers, & Students
NEIGHBORING EFCA & LOCAL CHURCHES:
- Skyline Mennonite Church, Cañon City, CO
- Pulse Church, Florence, CO
MISSIONS: S&A, SEND International, Closed Location
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.
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
July 2026
Week 1: $19,905.67
Week 2: $22,043.64
Week 3: $20,419.58
Total: $61,968.89
As we begin a new fiscal year, we are grateful for the Lord's faithfulness through your generous giving as it supports the ministry and mission of our church. While giving often slows during the summer months, we trust the Lord's continued provision in the year ahead. 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 spending plan approved by the congregation requires $72,050 monthly income.
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
July 2026
Week 1: $19,905.67
Week 2: $22,043.64
Week 3: $20,419.58
Total: $61,968.89
As we begin a new fiscal year, we are grateful for the Lord's faithfulness through your generous giving as it supports the ministry and mission of our church. While giving often slows during the summer months, we trust the Lord's continued provision in the year ahead. 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