Get Connected - Next Steps Our goal is to help people connect with God and with each other. How do people get connected and develop friendships in a church this big? At Free Christian Church we believe that everyone has a next step. If you are interested in meeting people, learning more about the church and how to grow spiritually, here are some good first steps. Attend an event and meet new people. Take the Alpha course and learn more about the church and how to grow spiritually. Check out a small group and share experiences, encouragement, prayer and support. Help with community service. The Alpha Course Alpha is an opportunity to explore the meaning of life and some of life s big questions, over ten Sunday evenings. Each session, people enjoy great food, laughter and learning in a fun and friendly atmosphere where no question about life or God is seen as too simple or too hostile. It is for anyone with questions about life or faith; no question is out of bounds and you are free to discuss as much or as little as you wish. People come from all kinds of backgrounds: some to investigate whether God exists; others may have attended church on and off all their lives but feel like they are missing something. Winter Dates: Alpha for everyone in North Andover Check-It-Out Dinner: Thursday Feb 1, 6:30p-8:30pm, FCC North Andover. Course runs on Thursdays, 6:30-8:45pm, starting Feb 8, FCC North Andover lower hall. Alpha at Senior Link Check it Out event Friday February 2, 9:30-11:30am, FCC Andover Lower Hall Course runs on Friday mornings, 9:30-11:30am, starting February 8 Sign up for either option at alpha.freechristian.org or email Roselle at rheckendorn@freechristian.org Get Connected with Winter Happenings For Everyone Small Group Informational Meeting Sun. January 14th, 12:30pm-2:30pm, FCC North Andover If you are interested in connecting with, leading, or hosting a small group, please come to hear how you can get connected in 2018. Contact: Brian Bethke, brian@freechristian.org The Family DeRive In Wed. February 7th, 6:15pm, FCC Andover Where Kids Bring Their Parents To Learn, but not just for families. For anyone who wants to enjoy an evening of entertainment. Theme: Kindness. Childcare available for infants and young toddlers. Cookies and punch reception to follow. Guests welcome. Contact: Jane Mulcahy, jmulcahy@freechristian.org, 978-475- 0700, ext 8#. Ash Wednesday Service Wed. February 14th, 7:00pm, FCC North Andover, 72 Elm St., N. Andover. Childcare available infant Kindergarten Believer s Baptism Sun. March 4th Contact: Jane Mulcahy, jmulcahy@freechristian.org Maundy Thursday Service Thur. March 29th, 7:00pm, FCC Andover Good Friday Prayer Walk Fri. March 30th, 8:00am, starts at St. Augustine s Church, Andover Road to Ressurection Fri. March 30th, 6:00pm, FCC Andover An interactive evening for the whole family, travel back in time to join in the events of Holy Week. Contact: Jane Mulcahy, jmulcahy@freechristian.org Easter Services Sun. April 1st, 9:00am and 11:00am at the Collins Center in Andover High School, 80 Shawsheen Rd., Andover
For adults Transformation Weekend Friday January 20 through Saturday January 21 This retreat enables participants to experience the freedom and healing Jesus died to give us. Participants come with a sponsor, who helps them work through responses to each of the talks on topics like the power of forgiveness; healing the broken-hearted; how our family heritage can spiritually work for us or against us; or how to replace ungodly beliefs and lies with Biblical truths. Places are limited so register ASAP at www.transformation.freechristian.org or email Roselle at rheckendorn@freechristian.org for more information. Discovery What is The Discovery Course? Discovery is our membership class but anyone is welcome to come along simply to find out more about FCC. It provides an opportunity to meet the pastors and others new to the church and ask questions about God, faith or the church. Coming to Discovery, does not commit you to joining and you are welcome to come simply to find out more about the church and its mission. Check out www.discovery.freechristian.org for more information or contact: Roselle, rheckendorn@freechristian.org Winter Dates (choose one of these 3 dates): Sun. Feb 11, 12:15-3:00pm, Andover lower hall (includes lunch) Sun. Feb 25, 12:30-3:15pm, North Andover lower hall (includes lunch) Tues. Feb 13, 6:30-8:45pm, Andover lower hall (includes snacks) For men 12th Annual Chili Cook-Off Sat. February 3rd, 5:30pm-8:00pm, FCC Andover Enter your favorite recipe or just come and be a taste tester! All men and older boys welcome. Childcare will be provided. Contact: men@freechristian.org Men s Breakfast The third Saturday of each month from 7:30-9:30am at FCC Andover is an opportunity for men to gather, enjoy a warm breakfast, fellowship and participate in an early worship service which includes a guest speaker and lively music. *Childcare provided. Contact: men@freechristian.org Dates: Jan. 20, Feb. 17 & March 17 For women Women s Inspirational Breakfasts Saturdays, 9:30-11:30am, FCC Andover. Bring your friend, bring your sister, your mother, daughter or neighbor. All women welcome ages 13 on up! YES we have childcare! Freewill offering taken. Contact: women@freechristian.org Dates: Jan. 13 & March 24 Women s Morning Retreat Sat. February 10th, 9:00am-12:00pm, FCC Andover. No charge and signups not required. Contact: women@freechristian.org For SENIOR ADULTS, EMPTY NESTERS and RETIREES New Life Luncheon Senior adults, empty nesters & retirees from FCC and the community for a home-cooked lunch, fellowship, a devotional message and a time of worship. The cost is $5.00 and all gatherings take place at noon in the lower hall of FCC. Contact: Sharon, sharonthomson@comcast.net 978-475-7079 Dates: Jan. 27, Feb. 24 & not meeting in March For families Family Roller Skating Party January 13th, 5-7pm, Skateland in Bradford. Reach out to friends, plenty of room. All ages are welcome. Contact: Jane Mulcahy, jmulcahy@freechristian.org, 978-475-0700, ext 8#. For children Early Communion Classes Month of March on both campuses. Parents of 2nd through 6th graders will receive further information via email. Parents welcome to attend classes with their child. Contact: Jane Mulcahy, jmulcahy@freechristian.org, 978-475-0700, ext 8#. Club 365: Events for 5th & 6th Graders Fri. Jan, 19th, 6:45-8:30pm, Launch Trampoline Park, Methuen, $20 pp. Sat., March 10th serving at Cor Unum meal center in Lawrence. Parents attendance strongly suggested. Contact: Jane, JMulcahy@freechristian.org, 978-475-0700, ext. 8#. For youth Youth Life Groups High School (9-12 grade), Sundays, 6-7:30pm, Bell House Middle School (6-8th grade), Wednesdays 6-7:30pm, Bell House Bell House address: 40 Elm St., Andover Deep Freeze Camp for 6th 12th Graders February 2-4th, A winter spiritual retreat at Camp Berea in Hebron, NH. Confirmation Retreat March 23-25 for confirmation students at Monadnock Bible Conf. Youth Contact: Javier, jroche@freechristian.org
PRayer Groups Seeking God s Presence Join us on the second Sunday of the month for a time of seeking God s presence through worship and prayer in the Parish House from 6:30-7:30pm. Contact: Roselle, rheckendorn@freechristian.org Dates: Sundays, Jan. 14, Feb. 11 & March 11 Setting the Captives Free Join us the third Sunday of the month in the Parish House from 9:00-10:00am. If you have loved ones struggling with drugs or alcohol, come and we will pray with you. Contact: Roselle, rheckendorn@freechristian.org Dates: Sundays, Jan. 21, Feb. 18 & March 18 Prayer for the Church Join us any Sunday from 9:00-10:00am or Thursday from 8:00-9:00am at the Parish House to pray for the church, its ministries and the Sunday services. Prayer Groups Contact: Roselle, rheckendorn@freechristian.org Community Life Groups New Young Adult Small Group For men and women 20 s 30 s. Thursdays, 7:00-9:00pm, Joel and Julia s home, N. Reading. Contact, Julia julia.spruance@gmail.com Hope & Healing Mondays, 6:30-8:00pm, Lawrence. Women s bible study in a comfortable home. Our journey will lead us to inner freedom as we find peace and purpose through our beautiful scars. Contact: Phyllis, phyllisb57@yahoo.com, 508-254-7696 or Laura, ljhd61@icloud.com, 978-891-0709 Family Night Wednesdays, 6:00-7:30pm, FCC Andover 1 night, 1 time, 1 place for the whole family. Parent small groups bible study. Groups for children, infants to 8th grade available. Contact: Brad and Deb Buchholtz, familynight@freechristian.org Mom2Mom Wednesdays, 9:30-11:30am, FCC Andover. Mom 2 Mom provides a community where mothers can be mentored, prayed with, listened to, and encouraged. *Childcare available. Contact: Jen, jen.paquette@gmail.com Wednesday Women s Community Wednesday mornings 9:30-11:30am, FCC Andover A place for women to be welcome, heard, valued, and nurtured in a community of faith in Christ. Worship, Casual Connecting, Large Group, Small Group. *Childcare available. Contact: Penny, jeepfan58@verizon.net Open Door Ministry Are you or someone you love living with mental illness? Come for support on the 3rd Sunday of the month from 6:30-8:00pm in the Prayer room at the Parish House. Contact: David, opendoor@freechristian.org Senior Link Fridays, 9:30-11:30am, FCC Andover lower hall. This group is for senior adults, empty nesters & retirees who would like to get together for Christian fellowship and a Bible study. Contact: Laurie, llawliss@freechristian.org 978-618-2772 Whole-Life Community Groups For information on current groups, contact Brian, brian@freechristian.org Community Service Connecting Ministries Sunday services, FCC Andover & N. Andover. Ushering, greeting or helping out with coffee or communion one Sunday a month. Easy on the job training for ages 12 on up! Contact Phyllis, phyllis@freechristian.org Worship Team Share your love of music by joining our adult choir, bell choir, men s quartet or children s choir. Contact Fernando, fernando@freechristian.org Production Team Sunday services both campuses Audio and media volunteers, training available, middle school adult welcome! Contact Mandi, mbickel@freechristian.org This Old Church Friday mornings, team meets to repair and maintain the FCC buildings. Contact Lorna, lmcdonald@freechristian.org Meal Ministries: Prepare meals for those who are in need of a home cooked meal. Needs are sent via email. Join list by contacting maureen_tousignant@yahoo.com First Monday of the month, help prepare a meal for Bread & Roses soup kitchen at our FCC kitchen from 6:30-7:30pm, dlandolfi@partners.org Serve breakfast before work on Tuesdays (6-7:30am) at Daybreak Shelter. Nick, nwarne1@verizon.net Serve breakfast before work on Thursdays (6-7:30am) at Lazarus House shelter in Lawrence. Nick, nwarne1@verizon.net Saturdays, Jan 14, Feb 11 & Mar11. Cook or serve dinner at Cor Unum Meal Center from 4-7pm. Maureen, msmith@freechristian.org Habitat for Humanity Saturdays Jan. 28, Feb 25 or March 25 in Lawrence. Help a family build their home! Contact Bob, robert.neil.53@gmail.com Local Nursing Home Worship Serve monthly on one of our three teams. Laurie, llawliss@freechristian.org Visitation Ministry Share the Good News of Jesus Christ by visiting and/or calling a home bound senior. Contact Laurie, llawliss@freechristian.org
Free Christian Church 978-475-0700 www.freechristian.org Andover Campus 31 Elm St, Andover, MA Worship Times: 9 & 10:45am North Andover Campus 72 Elm St., North Andover, MA Worship Times: 11am