Order Of Worship
Leadership This Morning
Worship Leader: Michael Dean
Worship Team: Derrick Howard, Josh Klima, Victor Salazar, Kristy Meyer, Kim Dean, Elliot Bergsagel, Broc DuBois, Joey Fish, Josie Wong, Lisa Roth, Peter Fowler, Charlene Choo, Nancy Willy, Arnold Willy, and Julie Schumpelt
Sermon: Pastor Emeritus John Powell
Worship Songs
Great Things
Blessed Assurance
Build My Life
Who You Say I Am
Children will be dismissed to Digging Deeper before the sermon.
Communion: Derrick Howard
Sermon: Core Value #5: Adventurous Faith
Eph 3:20-21
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~Announcements can be found below, in the Free and Clear newsletter, and at efclascruces.org/announcements
Worship Leader: Michael Dean
Worship Team: Derrick Howard, Josh Klima, Victor Salazar, Kristy Meyer, Kim Dean, Elliot Bergsagel, Broc DuBois, Joey Fish, Josie Wong, Lisa Roth, Peter Fowler, Charlene Choo, Nancy Willy, Arnold Willy, and Julie Schumpelt
Sermon: Pastor Emeritus John Powell
Worship Songs
Great Things
Blessed Assurance
Build My Life
Who You Say I Am
Children will be dismissed to Digging Deeper before the sermon.
Communion: Derrick Howard
Sermon: Core Value #5: Adventurous Faith
Eph 3:20-21
~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.
Elder and Deacon/Deaconess Nominations Due: Turn your nominations for next year’s Elders and Deacons/Deaconesses into the Elder Team by November 8th.
Elder and Deacon/Deaconess Nominations Due: Turn your nominations for next year’s Elders and Deacons/Deaconesses into the Elder Team by November 8th.
Coming Soon
Potluck and Pie Social: Please 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.
Hymn Sing: We will gather after the worship service to sing your favorite hymns on Nov. 29. No meal will be served.
Hymn Sing: We will gather after the worship service to sing your favorite hymns on Nov. 29. No meal will be served.
Future Events
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 meeting has been rescheduled for January 17, 2027 to allow for the full fiscal year to be incorporated into the meeting.
Annual Congregational Meeting: This meeting has been rescheduled for January 17, 2027 to allow for the full fiscal year to be incorporated into the meeting.
Service Opportunities
- Do you have an interest in leading the children's ministry or know of someone who would do a great job of it? If so, please contact Derrick Howard at derrick@efclascruces.org.
- Digging Deeper, our church’s children’s ministry during the sermon time, is looking for one or two new teams. This is a wonderful opportunity to invest in the next generation and serve our church family in a meaningful way. If you’re interested and would like more information, please contact Derrick Howard at derrick@efclascruces.org.
- 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.