Last Sunday, we began to speak of the growing Christian movement as the universal church - that is, the increasingly pluralistic and global church. If you missed our conversation, here is a video review.
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Pastor Kirk and Sarah: no matter where God leads you, we will always count you as part of the First Free Church Family.
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During our second meeting, we discussed how the message of Jesus moved beyond the Jews and Samaritans to the Gentiles. If you missed it, here is a video review of our time together.
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Our dear brother and long-time member of First Free Church, Dr. John Anderson, is now home with the Lord. Please pray for his wife, daughter and son-in-law, granddaughter, and extended family and friends as they mourn this loss in the hope of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
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Consider adding these modest goals to your daily (perhaps morning) schedule. Build the habit of praying for a few minutes, reading or listening to a chapter of scripture, and reviewing the week's New City Catechism Q&A.
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Last Sunday's introduction covered a lot. Here is a video recap and refresher on last Sunday's time together.
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Like its predecessors, the Heidelberg Catechism (my favorite) and the Westminster Shorter Catechism, the New City offers concise answers to worthwhile questions, all fitting for children and adults alike. Enjoy!
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If you give to support the ministry of First Free Church, I want to thank you. God is changing lives for the better through you.
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Regardless of where you are in your faith journey, Mark's gospel has something for you. It meets you where you are and guides you further along your path.
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Tammy works with our Women's Ministry Leadership Team to offer programming specific to the women of our church and community, including events like the upcoming Spring Kick-off event on April 12.
Keep ReadingJan 23
2024
As we begin the New Year, Makayla joins our Children's Ministry Team, along with Beth Jewel, our Children's Ministry Assistant, and Michelle Washington, our Awana (Midweek Ministry) Coordinator.
Jan 22
2024
We can bring hope and healing to others when we think about what we say, choosing to speak what is true, helpful, inspiring, necessary, and kind.
Jan 17
2024
Establishing a rhythm of daily prayer, Bible reading, and devotions is essential for growing in God's grace as His child.
Jan 16
2024
My friend and partner in ministry, Pastor Kirk Albrecht, shared the following message with our congregation at the conclusion of worship on Sunday morning, January 14, 2024.
Jan 10
2024
Along with beginning each week with a day of worship and rest, these rudimentary habits help us embrace and experience the intended blessing of what some theologians call the "ordinary means" of God's grace - His appointed means for our continued sanctification (growth in holiness by grace).
Jan 9
2024
As we conclude one year and begin another, we thank you for remembering and generously blessing our staff during the Christmas season. Together, we are sincerely and deeply grateful for your kindness to us at Christmas and throughout the year.
Jan 8
2024
Given the power of words, our speech is often more consequential than we think or imagine. It affects and shapes our spouses in marriage, partners in dating relationships, children and grandchildren, schools, workplaces, neighborhoods, and beyond.
Jan 3
2024
The Heidelberg Catechism presents some wonderful and essential truths of our faith. By learning and cherishing these truths, we can embrace and enjoy God's love and grace more completely.
Jan 3
2024
Developed in 2012, the New City Catechism continues the Christian tradition of catechesis - teaching elementary and essential Christian doctrines in a question-answer format. Start the year with this encouraging tool.
Jan 1
2024
If you're not in the habit of daily Bible reading, prayer, and study, may I recommend beginning your year with this worthwhile practice?