Order Of Worship
Leadership This Morning
Worship Leader: Michael Dean
Worship Team: Elliot Bergsagel, Mary Eiceman, Clint Jeffery. Susie Jeffrey, Josh Klima, Victor Salazar, Esme Sanchez, Josie Wong, Charlene Choo, Melissa Fisher, Christy DuBois, and Yvonne Graige
Sermon: Jeremiah Krieger
Worship Songs
Praise
House Of The Lord
All Sufficient Merit
Gratitude
Children will be dismissed to Digging Deeper before the sermon.
Sermon: Behind The Scenes Of Restoration
1 Samuel 30
~Please remember to silence your cell phone. Thank you.
~Announcements can be found below, in the Free and Clear, or at efclascruces.org/announcements
Worship Leader: Michael Dean
Worship Team: Elliot Bergsagel, Mary Eiceman, Clint Jeffery. Susie Jeffrey, Josh Klima, Victor Salazar, Esme Sanchez, Josie Wong, Charlene Choo, Melissa Fisher, Christy DuBois, and Yvonne Graige
Sermon: Jeremiah Krieger
Worship Songs
Praise
House Of The Lord
All Sufficient Merit
Gratitude
Children will be dismissed to Digging Deeper before the sermon.
Sermon: Behind The Scenes Of Restoration
1 Samuel 30
~Please remember to silence your cell phone. Thank you.
~Announcements can be found below, in the Free and Clear, or at efclascruces.org/announcements
This Week At First EFC
Ministry Leaders Meeting: Please stop by the fellowship hall for a quick meeting about an upcoming Ministry Fair.
AWANA Club: AWANA returns TONIGHT at UCC at 5:15-7:30 pm. Allow time to register this evening.
AWANA Club: AWANA returns TONIGHT at UCC at 5:15-7:30 pm. Allow time to register this evening.
Coming Soon
Children’s Ministry Meeting and Training: If you would like to help with the children's ministry, please attend the training on Friday, August 21st from 9 to 11am. We'll review the child check-in system and receive training on the new curriculum from RightNow Kids.
Women’s Potluck Brunch: Aug 22nd at 10-11:30 AM here at EFC.
Women’s Potluck Brunch: Aug 22nd at 10-11:30 AM here at EFC.
Future Events
Missions Emphasis Sunday: On August 30th, our young adults who served on summer mission trips will share their experiences.
Congregational Meeting: There will be a Congregational Meeting after the worship service on August 30, 2026. Light refreshments will be served.
IGNITE! Season 3: IGNITE! will return in September. Tuesdays from 7-8 PM. Join us for a season of prayer.
Ministry Fair: September 13th. Details coming soon.
Women’s Discipleship Groups: Starting in mid-September, sign up today!
Congregational Meeting: There will be a Congregational Meeting after the worship service on August 30, 2026. Light refreshments will be served.
IGNITE! Season 3: IGNITE! will return in September. Tuesdays from 7-8 PM. Join us for a season of prayer.
Ministry Fair: September 13th. Details coming soon.
Women’s Discipleship Groups: Starting in mid-September, sign up today!
Service Opportunities
- We are creating a team to help with the production of Video Announcements. Tasks would include videoing the speaker, editing videos, choosing background and lighting, etc. Please contact the church office to sign up for this opportunity.
- 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.
- Our Worship Team is looking for a drummer. If you are a drummer or know one who is looking for a place to serve, please reach out to Michael Dean.
- 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 or would like more information, please contact Julie Schumpelt, Director of Digging Deeper.
- 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.
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.