Welcome!
Whether you are a long-established Christian, a new believer, or someone just checking us out, we believe First Free can be a church home for you – a place to belong and a place to grow!
We offer something for the whole family on almost every Wednesday evening, September - May (6:30 - 8:00 p.m.). View our upcoming event calendar here.
First Free Adults
New to First Free? Join one of our on-site Growth Groups (September - May)! When you enter through our Main Lobby doors on Wednesday night (6:30 - 8:00 pm), a member of our Welcome Team will be ready to guide you to one of our many Growth Groups for adults. New Growth Group studies begin September 9, 2026!
STARTING SEPTEMBER 9TH!
Wednesday Night Men's Growth Group
Revelation, Part Two
This fall, the men of First Free are gathering to finish what we started: the back half of one of the most hope-filled books in the Bible.
Starting Wednesday, September 9 and running through December 16, we'll meet weekly from 6:30–8:00 PM in the café to work through Revelation 12–22 together — the dragon, the beast, the bowls, and (perhaps surprisingly) a wedding. It's not light reading. But it is, in the end, not nearly as confusing as many think.
Whether you've studied Revelation before or have never made it past the seven churches, you're welcome here. We'll read the text carefully, ask honest questions, and let Scripture say what it actually says rather than what get lost in wild theories. No prior knowledge required, just a Bible and a willingness to show up. We'll even provide the Bible if you need one!
Bring a friend. Pizza, snacks, and drinks provided.
Questions or want to join? Contact Pastor Kevin Labby (klabby@myfefc.org) or just show up on Wednesday nights, starting September 9.
Wednesday Night Women's Growth Groups
Study: Completing LifeGuide's 2 Samuel study
Leader: Gayla Gessler
First Free Auditorium
Study: The Holy Spirit [developed by Pastor Kevin Labby based on The Holy Spirit, by Billy Graham]
Leader: Jan Conard
First Free Adult Learning Center
Study: LifeGuide's Revelation study
Leader: Timberly Painter
First Free Choir Room
Study: LifeGuide's Praying the Psalms study
Leader: Tammy Badstibner
First Free Lead Pastor's Office
Study: David Jeremiah's Ephesians study
Leader: Barb Thomson
First Free Worship and Tech. Arts Leader's Office
CAN'T MAKE IT WEDNESDAY NIGHT? NO PROBLEM!
SUNDAY EVENING MEN'S GROUP
Study: Gospel of John
Leader: Dave Abel
Sunday evenings @ 5:30 PM
First Free Cafe
SUNDAY EVENING COUPLES GROUP
Study: 6-week Family Life couples study, Your Marriage has a Mission
Leaders: Mike & Beth Jewel
Sunday evenings @ 6:00 PM
Adult Learning Center
For more information about our on-site Growth Groups and how to get involved, please contact Jennifer Ielase, Lead Pastor Assistant. Some of our members also lead private Bible study groups in their homes. If interested in learning more, please contact the Church Office at 412-678-6655.
First Free Students (Grades 6-12)
New students are always welcome! Meet us in the Upper Room or gymnasium for time in the Bible, games, snacks, and fun with friends from 6:30 - 8:00 pm. We believe in creating a loving atmosphere in our group where Jesus is central and no one is excluded. We also participate in regular service projects, attend special concerts and events, summer missions trips and seasonal retreats. Any student who attends will find a blend of fun and opportunity for growth. Questions? Contact Pastor Alex Ielase.
First Free Kids (through Grade 5)
Your child will love Awana, our Wednesday night ministry for children. Awana is a Bible-based program that helps children learn about God and His plan for their lives. We use Bible teaching, encourage Bible memorization, and arrange games that build confidence and foster teamwork. Children meet from 6:30 - 8:00 pm according to age in four groups, where they experience small group friendships:
- Puggles (2 year olds), as of Aug 31
- Cubbies (Ages 3 – 4), as of Aug 31
- Sparks (Grades K – 2)
- Truth & Training (Grades 3 – 5)
You can pre-register for AWANA here!
For directions to Awana, talk with a member of our Welcome Team! They'll meet you in the Main Lobby. Questions? Contact the church office.
Register Your Child
If your child plans to join us for Sunday or Wednesday night programming, you can pre-register them here!