Order Of Worship
Leadership This Morning
Worship Leader: Michael Dean
Worship Team: Elliot Bergsagel, Kristy Meyer, Josh Klima, Peter Fowler, Susie Jeffrey, Mary Eiceman, Charlene Choo, Victor Salazar, Melissa Fisher, Mary Trujillo, Dave Mouttet, Alexis Gardenhire, Christy DuBois, and Yvonne Graige
Sermon: Elder Derrick Howard
Worship Songs
God So Loved
Who He Is
Jesus Paid It All (O Praise The Name)
Abide
Children will be dismissed to Digging Deeper before the sermon.
Sermon: Jesus Tendencies
Various Scripture Passages
~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: Elliot Bergsagel, Kristy Meyer, Josh Klima, Peter Fowler, Susie Jeffrey, Mary Eiceman, Charlene Choo, Victor Salazar, Melissa Fisher, Mary Trujillo, Dave Mouttet, Alexis Gardenhire, Christy DuBois, and Yvonne Graige
Sermon: Elder Derrick Howard
Worship Songs
God So Loved
Who He Is
Jesus Paid It All (O Praise The Name)
Abide
Children will be dismissed to Digging Deeper before the sermon.
Sermon: Jesus Tendencies
Various Scripture Passages
~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: Sundays at University Community Church from 5:15-7:30 pm.
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/
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.
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/
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.
Coming Soon
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.
Hymn Sing: We will gather after the worship service to sing your favorite hymns on Nov. 29. No meal will be served.
Future Events
Courage at Home Marriage Conference: Dec. 4-5 at Organ Mountain High School. $60 per couple/First Responders attend free. Sign up today! https://www.courageathomemarriageconference.com/
Annual Congregational Meeting: Part 1 will be on December 6th immediately following the morning worship service. Lunch will be served. (Part 2 will be on January 17, 2027.)
Cookies and Cocoa: Dec. 9th from 5:30 - 7:00 PM. Hosted by the Staff. 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 Candlelight 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: Part 1 will be on December 6th immediately following the morning worship service. Lunch will be served. (Part 2 will be on January 17, 2027.)
Cookies and Cocoa: Dec. 9th from 5:30 - 7:00 PM. Hosted by the Staff. 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 Candlelight 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.
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.