Sunday, June 24, 2026
Today's Message
TODAY’S TEACHING NOTES
1 SAMUEL: FROM ANARCHY TO MONARCHY
Trusting in Trials
1 Samuel 26
Pastor Stephen Moore
.....
Next Week's Passage: Psalm 54
1 SAMUEL: FROM ANARCHY TO MONARCHY
Trusting in Trials
1 Samuel 26
Pastor Stephen Moore
.....
Next Week's Passage: Psalm 54
Upcoming Connection Opportunities
View all upcoming connection opportunities at www.efreechurch.org/events.
NO FREE CHURCH FAMILY NIGHT THIS WEEK, Wednesday, June 24. We will resume the following week, Wednesday, July 16, 5:30-7:15 PM. To learn more about Family Night, visit www.efreechurch.org/familynight.
EDEN’S GLORY LUNCHEON, today after service. Meet in the Student Center. Hear from co-founder Annie Schomaker about the incredible work Eden's Glory is doing to bring hope and healing into some of the darkest places of brokenness and heartache.
INTERNET SAFETY TRAINING, Tuesday, June 23, 6:00 PM in the Student Center. Hosted by Eden’s Glory, this is an essential training for anyone who plays a role in the lives of young people and helps them safely navigate technology.
FINANCIAL PEACE UNIVERSITY, Tuesdays, June 23-September 15, 5:30 PM in the Chapel. Class on reducing financial stress, building healthy money habits, and experiencing greater financial freedom so that you are able to live generously and follow God’s calling on your life. $79.90 per individual/couple. Register online.
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.
Today is our final Diaper Drive day! Here’s this weeks totals:
Diapers: 4,570
Wipes: 3,760
Formula: 396.8 oz
NO FREE CHURCH FAMILY NIGHT THIS WEEK, Wednesday, June 24. We will resume the following week, Wednesday, July 16, 5:30-7:15 PM. To learn more about Family Night, visit www.efreechurch.org/familynight.
EDEN’S GLORY LUNCHEON, today after service. Meet in the Student Center. Hear from co-founder Annie Schomaker about the incredible work Eden's Glory is doing to bring hope and healing into some of the darkest places of brokenness and heartache.
INTERNET SAFETY TRAINING, Tuesday, June 23, 6:00 PM in the Student Center. Hosted by Eden’s Glory, this is an essential training for anyone who plays a role in the lives of young people and helps them safely navigate technology.
FINANCIAL PEACE UNIVERSITY, Tuesdays, June 23-September 15, 5:30 PM in the Chapel. Class on reducing financial stress, building healthy money habits, and experiencing greater financial freedom so that you are able to live generously and follow God’s calling on your life. $79.90 per individual/couple. Register online.
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.
Today is our final Diaper Drive day! Here’s this weeks totals:
Diapers: 4,570
Wipes: 3,760
Formula: 396.8 oz
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:
NEIGHBORING EFCA & LOCAL CHURCHES:
OUR COMMUNITY: Upper Arkansas Area Council of Governments
MISSIONS: Eden's Glory, Annie Schomaker, Program Director
OUR CHURCH FAMILY:
- Dave Schouweiler, recovery following bike accident
- Beverly Jensen, recovery following broken hip
- Christy Chandler & family, loss of her father
- The Father's in our midst; the joys, sorrows, and relationship dynamics that accompany Father's Day
NEIGHBORING EFCA & LOCAL CHURCHES:
- Living Stone Calvary Chapel, Cañon City, CO, Pastor Sean Meagher, recovery following accident
- Table Mountain Church, Rye, CO, celebrated 20th birthday earlier this month; our home church helped when they were first a church plant!
OUR COMMUNITY: Upper Arkansas Area Council of Governments
MISSIONS: Eden's Glory, Annie Schomaker, Program Director
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
Total: $30,411.67
This is the last month of our fiscal year. We're off to a slow start, but giving over the summer months is often less than during the school year. For more info on financial stats, 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
Total: $30,411.67
This is the last month of our fiscal year. We're off to a slow start, but giving over the summer months is often less than during the school year. For more info on financial stats, 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