Sunday, June 14, 2026
Today's Message
TODAY’S TEACHING NOTES
1 SAMUEL: FROM ANARCHY TO MONARCHY
Sheering Sheep in Carmel Sounds Messy
1 Samuel 25
Pastor Stephen Moore
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Next Week's Passage: 1 Samuel 25
1 SAMUEL: FROM ANARCHY TO MONARCHY
Sheering Sheep in Carmel Sounds Messy
1 Samuel 25
Pastor Stephen Moore
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Next Week's Passage: 1 Samuel 25
Upcoming Connection Opportunities
View all upcoming connection opportunities at www.efreechurch.org/events.
FREE CHURCH FAMILY NIGHTS BEGIN WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, from 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 as we look at the lessons from the life of Jesus. No gathering on June 24 and July 15.
ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING & DESSERT POTLUCK, Today, 4:30 PM. Members and interested congregants are encouraged to attend for general ministry updates, welcoming new members, and votes for new fiscal spending plan and new elders (Alex Ewers & Dan Mendoza). Please bring a dessert to share for after the meeting. Childcare will be provided for children infant-5th grade during meeting portion of evening.
FINANCIAL PEACE UNIVERSITY, Tuesdays, June 23-September 15, 5:30-7:15 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. Facilitated by Tim Molitor and Christy Chandler (certified FPU instructor!). $79.90 per individual/couple. Register online.
EDEN’S GLORY LUNCHEON, Next Sunday, June 21 following service 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. Sign up at the Welcome Center or online. Not required, but would help for ball parking a headcount!
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.
FINAL WEEK OF OUR DIAPER DRIVE ONGOING in support of our local pregnancy center. Grab a shopping list at the back of the lobby and help us in gathering dipes, wipes, and formula from now until Father’s Day!
FREE CHURCH FAMILY NIGHTS BEGIN WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, from 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 as we look at the lessons from the life of Jesus. No gathering on June 24 and July 15.
ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING & DESSERT POTLUCK, Today, 4:30 PM. Members and interested congregants are encouraged to attend for general ministry updates, welcoming new members, and votes for new fiscal spending plan and new elders (Alex Ewers & Dan Mendoza). Please bring a dessert to share for after the meeting. Childcare will be provided for children infant-5th grade during meeting portion of evening.
FINANCIAL PEACE UNIVERSITY, Tuesdays, June 23-September 15, 5:30-7:15 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. Facilitated by Tim Molitor and Christy Chandler (certified FPU instructor!). $79.90 per individual/couple. Register online.
EDEN’S GLORY LUNCHEON, Next Sunday, June 21 following service 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. Sign up at the Welcome Center or online. Not required, but would help for ball parking a headcount!
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.
FINAL WEEK OF OUR DIAPER DRIVE ONGOING in support of our local pregnancy center. Grab a shopping list at the back of the lobby and help us in gathering dipes, wipes, and formula from now until Father’s Day!
Last Week's Diaper Drive Totals:
Diapers: 4,570
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: Those navigating difficult familial situations & relationships
OUR COMMUNITY: Social Workers
MISSIONS: Abundant Life Family Resources & Pregnancy Center
NEIGHBORING EFCA & LOCAL CHURCHES:
OUR CHURCH FAMILY: Those navigating difficult familial situations & relationships
OUR COMMUNITY: Social Workers
MISSIONS: Abundant Life Family Resources & Pregnancy Center
NEIGHBORING EFCA & LOCAL CHURCHES:
- Living Stone Calvary Chapel & Pastor Sean Meagher, Cañon City, CO
- Little Chapel of the Hills, Divide, 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 2025–2026 spending plan approved by the congregation requires $72,050 monthly income.
March 2026
Week 1: $15,770.90
Week 2: $16,256.50
Week 3: $18,383.53
Week 4: $7,740.25
Week 5: $21,974.69
Total: $80,125.87
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
Updated numbers available next week and at tonight’s Annual Meeting.
We are grateful for the Lord’s faithfulness in your generous giving. For more info, see the dashboard reports available at www.efreechurch.org/Dashboard.
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.
March 2026
Week 1: $15,770.90
Week 2: $16,256.50
Week 3: $18,383.53
Week 4: $7,740.25
Week 5: $21,974.69
Total: $80,125.87
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
Updated numbers available next week and at tonight’s Annual Meeting.
We are grateful for the Lord’s faithfulness in your generous giving. For more info, see the dashboard reports available at www.efreechurch.org/Dashboard.
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