Women's Ministries Interest Form
Let us help you get connected with what's going on in Women's Ministries here at First Free! Whether it's gathering together around the Word, serving others together, or just connecting over your latest project there are many opportunities for women to meet and encourage one another in growing as disciples of Jesus Christ.
We also have a number of special women's events throughout the year---watch The Weekly for details on events like the Evening at Botanica, Christmas Coffee, and others!
Bible Study Opportunities
Fall Women's Bible Study
Begins September 8, Tuesday mornings, 9:15-11:30 am
Contact: Jane Schaible
The fall semester of Bible study begins September 8! Join us as we study the book of Joshua, using Kathleen Nielson’s study guide. We would love for you to join us! Childcare will be available through 5th grade with registration. Watch the bulletin for sign-up information in August!
Mentoring Groups
Launch in September
Contact: Jane Schaible
Do you desire to grow in your faith and are you interested in having a mentor, but aren’t sure where to start? This year we are offering mentor groups for women who would like to be equipped in their faith and grow spiritually. These groups of 3-4 women will meet about once a month for 1.5-2 hours from September 2026 through May 2027. Leaders will guide discussions through a book focused on a specific topic. When you register, you'll select your first and second group choice from the options below.
>>Prayer – Using Tim Keller’s book, Prayer: Experiencing Awe and Intimacy With God, this group will guide you on how to make prayer genuinely meaningful, personal, and powerful.
Wednesdays, 7:00 pm
Thursdays, 10:00 am
Saturdays, 9:30 am
>>Motherhood – Using Gloria Furman’s book, Treasuring Christ When Your Hands Are Full, this group will learn about a vision of motherhood that is rooted in the gospel.
Thursdays, 1:00 pm
>>Christian Friendship – Using Christina Fox’s book, Closer Than A Sister, these groups will explore what the Bible says about God-ordained friendships built on our unity in Christ.
Thursdays, 9:30 am
Thursdays, 10:00 am
Thursdays, 1:00 pm
>>God – Using J.I. Packer’s book, Knowing God, these groups will discover the wonder, the glory, and the joy of knowing God.
Thursdays, 6:30 pm
Saturdays, 9:00 am
Registration is for mentees, those desiring to grow spiritually in a particular area. Registration will be open through July 31, but because these group are so small, they may fill quickly. If your selected groups are full, you’ll be added to a waiting list, and we will let you know if another group opens up!
Mothers of Children with Special Needs Bible Study
Second and Fourth Tuesdays, 6:30 pm
Contact: Evanelle Olinger
If you have a child with special needs, visible or not, come meet with other moms who desire to grow in their knowledge of God, learn to put on his character, and live in relationship with others as disciples of Jesus Christ. Contact Evanelle for more details.
Service Opportunities
Young Life Meals
Contact: Tresa Ebersole
Are you interested in helping teens learn more about Jesus? Help provide ingredients for or serve at a Young Life meal for teens! This is an easy way to make a big impact in our community. This is not just an opportunity for us gals, so have your husband, brother, or dad come along with you! Check back later this summer for fall meal dates. Contact Tresa to sign up for this opportunity.
Pastors' Wives Encouragement Team
Contact: Jo Coltrain
Sign up to receive monthly emails which will include a reminder to pray for each of these women plus the “inside scoop” as we highlight one of our friends each month for you to know them better. You’ll also be notified of ways that you can help provide for their practical needs as they arise, such as meals after surgery, help with babysitting when the new baby arrives, and more.
Interest Groups
Craft Club
Contact: Jillian Brotherton, (316) 249-2973
Bring your scrapbooking or other crafts and enjoy some extended time to make progress on your projects while getting to spend time with other women. The group usually meets the second Friday of the month from 5 to 11 pm and occasionally adds a Saturday from 9 am to 4 pm. Let Jillian know if you’d like to be added to the email list.
First Free Homeschool Group
Contact: Rachel Raab, (316) 295-6856
This group meets monthly in a variety of settings and events for the purpose of growing our relationship with one another, increasing our knowledge, and loving others as Christ loves us. All homeschooling families in our church are welcome. Contact Rachel for more information.
First Free Moms Facebook Group
Contact: Jennifer Brannon, (316) 644-5093
Moms, use this Facebook group to connect outside of church for fun activities together, swapping clothes and baby items etc., or helping each other meet a variety of needs. To join, search on Facebook for “First Free Moms,” request to join, and someone will approve your request.