The word disciple literally means "learner," one who dedicates themselves to learning the way of another. As disciples of Jesus Christ, we should be life-long learners of who he is, what the Bible teaches concerning him, and what it means to follow him. Our Sunday morning classes at First Free are designed to do this by offering classes that both pass on the faith and equip people for ministry and Christian living.
All are welcome to attend any class listed below, but if you're new to First Free we recommend you start with our Meaningful Membership class! Our summer session begins June 7. Learn more>>>
Missions Month Classes for All Ages!
Missions Month classes meet June 7 through 28. No registration is required.
June is Missions Month at First Free, which means an emphasis on missions in our Sunday services, the annual Trip Around the World (June 28, watch for details!), and classes that will help children, students, and adults explore missions. Nursery will also be available all summer.
Preschool Exploring Missions — 9:00 and 10:45 am
Preschoolers will stay in their current classrooms and engage in lessons and activities geared toward helping them begin to understand truths related to God’s plan for his good message to go wide to all peoples. These classes will meet all summer.
Elementary Exploring Missions — 9:00 and 10:45 am
Elementary Room 202
Current K-4th graders will be learning about the church as they explore the Bible, learn stories of past missionaries, and hear from some of our missions partners who are working to plant churches where they serve.
Current 5th graders move up to middle school on June 7.
Student Missions Class — 9:00 am
Room A5
Middle school and high school students will learn how the church is important for their discipleship and continued growth in the gospel. We will explore how the church was created, what the church is called to do, why the church is important, and how they can be a part of the church.
What is the Church? Special Needs Classes — 9:00 am
Adults: Room A1 | Youth: Room A4 | Children: Room A7
Each of our Special Needs classes will explore the topic of the church—learning about Jesus’ plan and purpose for it and how his people are meant to participate as they gather. We welcome anyone with special needs. To help us prepare adequately to meet the needs of all students, please contact Special Needs Director Evanelle Olinger before attending a class for the first time.
Those with significant needs will be served in Elementary Room 200. This class meets year-round at 9:00 and 10:45.
Church Planting: God’s Mission Through Local Churches — 9:00 and 10:45 am
Room A6 | Leaders: Adult Education Team
Throughout Scripture, God advances his mission not just through individuals, but through the planting of local churches. From the book of Acts to today, church planting has been one of his primary means of proclaiming Christ, making disciples, and establishing lasting gospel presence. This class will expand your vision, deepen your theology, and sharpen your prayers.
Week One: Dan Nelson, former pastoral resident and current church planter, will show how church planting is central to God’s mission.
Week Two: Former lead pastor and church planter, Mike Andrus, will explore what actually makes a church a church.
Week Three: Current elder, Christian Raab, will look at who God uses to plant churches.
Week Four: We will discuss how you—and our church—can participate.
Elementary, Student, and Adult classes will take a break beginning July 5 and resume August 16. Nursery, Preschool, and Significant Special Needs classes will continue through the rest of the summer.
If you have any questions about our adult classes, please feel free to contact Pastor Stephen.