Order Of Worship
Leadership This Morning
Worship Leader: Michael Dean
Worship Team: Derrick Howard, Broc DuBois, Jeroen Toorman, Nathan Klima, Hannah Klima, Jordan Klima, Clint Jeffreys, Carol Sherick, Laurel Gardenhire, Jane Taylor, Diana Bless, Mark Bless, Mike Gardenhire, Mary Eiceman, Melissa Fisher, and Sharon Gwin
Sermon: Robert Hunter
Worship Songs
I Believe
King Of Love
O Praise The Name (Anastasis)
Death Was Arrested
Children will be dismissed to Digging Deeper before the sermon.
Sermon: Under the Care of the Benevolent Shepherd and Host
Psalm 23
~Please remember to silence your cell phone. Thank you!
~Announcements can be found below, in the Free and Clear newsletter, and at efclascruces.org/announcements
Worship Leader: Michael Dean
Worship Team: Derrick Howard, Broc DuBois, Jeroen Toorman, Nathan Klima, Hannah Klima, Jordan Klima, Clint Jeffreys, Carol Sherick, Laurel Gardenhire, Jane Taylor, Diana Bless, Mark Bless, Mike Gardenhire, Mary Eiceman, Melissa Fisher, and Sharon Gwin
Sermon: Robert Hunter
Worship Songs
I Believe
King Of Love
O Praise The Name (Anastasis)
Death Was Arrested
Children will be dismissed to Digging Deeper before the sermon.
Sermon: Under the Care of the Benevolent Shepherd and Host
Psalm 23
~Please remember to silence your cell phone. Thank you!
~Announcements can be found below, in the Free and Clear newsletter, and at efclascruces.org/announcements
This Week At First EFC
AWANA Club: AWANA is tonight at University Community Church from 5:15-7:30 pm.
Men’s Service Day: On November 14th, the men will gather here at EFC at 8 AM work for a few hours on preparing the building and grounds for winter, hopefully to be finished by 10 or 11 AM. Please bring along yard tools and gloves, etc. Looking forward to some snacks and fellowship along the way.
2027 Nominations Due: Turn your nominations for next year’s Elders and Deacons/Deaconesses in by Nov. 17th. Use this link to share your nominations. https://fefc-officer-recommendations-2027.jeremiahakrieger.chatgpt.site/
Men’s Service Day: On November 14th, the men will gather here at EFC at 8 AM work for a few hours on preparing the building and grounds for winter, hopefully to be finished by 10 or 11 AM. Please bring along yard tools and gloves, etc. Looking forward to some snacks and fellowship along the way.
2027 Nominations Due: Turn your nominations for next year’s Elders and Deacons/Deaconesses in by Nov. 17th. Use this link to share your nominations. https://fefc-officer-recommendations-2027.jeremiahakrieger.chatgpt.site/
Coming Soon
Potluck and Pie Social: Join us following the worship service on Nov. 22 to enjoy a true classic potluck meal. Please bring a main or side dish to share along with your favorite pie. Fellowship will be the best dessert.
Equipping Class: There will be no Equipping Class on Nov. 22.
Church Office Closed: The office will be closed the day after Thanksgiving, Nov. 27.
Hymn Sing: We will gather after the worship service to sing your favorite hymns on Nov. 29. No meal will be served.
Equipping Class: There will be no Equipping Class on Nov. 22.
Church Office Closed: The office will be closed the day after Thanksgiving, Nov. 27.
Hymn Sing: We will gather after the worship service to sing your favorite hymns on Nov. 29. No meal will be served.
Future Events
Cookies and Cocoa: Dec. 9th from 5:30 - 7:00 PM. Bring your cookie dough, your Christmas spirit, and a friend for time to bake together while sipping cocoa, munching on popcorn, and enjoying festive fellowship.
Christmas Eve Service: Our annual Christmas Eve service will be on December 24th, starting at 4 PM. There will be singing and Scripture reading as we focus on the coming birth of Jesus.
Annual Congregational Meeting: This important meeting will be handled in two parts. The first part is on Dec 6th. The second part will be on January 17th.
Christmas Eve Service: Our annual Christmas Eve service will be on December 24th, starting at 4 PM. There will be singing and Scripture reading as we focus on the coming birth of Jesus.
Annual Congregational Meeting: This important meeting will be handled in two parts. The first part is on Dec 6th. The second part will be on January 17th.
Service Opportunities
- Looking for a simple way to serve? We are looking for snack providers for the lobby and at the family tables in the sanctuary. Contact the church office to sign up.
- We are looking for a few people to donate water bottles. Please reach out to the church office at contact@efclascruces.org to donate.
NOTE: To help us maintain a safe and secure environment for our children, the Children’s Ministry space is reserved for children, their parents, and the volunteers serving that week. We appreciate everyone’s understanding and cooperation in keeping this area dedicated to the children in our care. Thank you for helping us prioritize their safety and well-being!
Communication At First EFC
Prayer Chain: If you have a prayer request, email prayer@efclascruces.org.
Free and Clear Newsletter: If you would like something published in the church newsletter, please email it to contact@efclascruces.org before 9am on Tuesday.
Free and Clear Newsletter: If you would like something published in the church newsletter, please email it to contact@efclascruces.org before 9am on Tuesday.