April 2020
CANCELLED – Habitat Planning Breakfast
This event has been canceled due to the COVID-19 Pandemic. Habitat for Humanity (Rockford) and First Free Rockford are partnering together to build a six-bedroom home for a low-income family. Volunteers can meet the families of the house-build and learn about the projects by attending the complimentary planning breakfast at 8 a.m. Saturday, April 4 in Fellowship Hall inside the church. Registration required. Download the registration form by clicking on the button below.
Find out more »Celebrate Easter 2020
Love Walked Among Us Jesus walked out of the tomb, and the world changed forever. In light of that great news, what does it look like today when Jesus walks with us in our neighborhoods? Our cities? Our world? Join us starting Easter Sunday, April 12, for a challenging sermon series that might just change your life. Easter Sunday, Apr. 12 8:30 a.m. Classic (choir and orchestra) 10:30 a.m. Contemporary (rock band) 10:30 a.m. Chapel Venue (acoustic) Coffee and treats…
Find out more »SUSPENDED – ESL Classes
**Due to the coronavirus outbreak, our ESL classes are suspended until further notice.** What to Expect Group English lesson Group short Bible lesson Break up into small conversation groups Our goal is to provide a conversation partner for each student When and Where Saturday mornings 9–11 a.m. Spring session: April 18–June 27 First Free Rockford, main campus Use east entrance market "E" and head downstairs to Rm. 141 For more info regarding the ESL program, contact: Lois Mienert » Email…
Find out more »SUSPENDED – SonRisers
Theme: Easter Movie and Popcorn The “fourth quarter” of life provides new challenges and opportunities for deepening your walk with God, for social interaction and for service. Son Risers is a community of men and women who enjoy continuing education, day trips and discovering new opportunities to make a difference in people’s lives.
Find out more »May 2020
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Guest Speaker: Arnie Ames, Rock Valley Center of Learning in Retirement (CLR) The “fourth quarter” of life provides new challenges and opportunities for deepening your walk with God, for social interaction and for service. Son Risers is a community of men and women who enjoy continuing education, day trips and discovering new opportunities to make a difference in people’s lives.
Find out more »June 2020
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Theme: Summer Indoor Picnic The “fourth quarter” of life provides new challenges and opportunities for deepening your walk with God, for social interaction and for service. Son Risers is a community of men and women who enjoy continuing education, day trips and discovering new opportunities to make a difference in people’s lives.
Find out more »51st Annual Patriotic Celebration
Friday and Saturday, June 26 and 27 at 6:30 p.m. (doors open at 5:30 p.m.) We hope you will join us for the 51st Annual Patriotic Celebration — as we continue the tradition of celebrating our heritage, honoring our Veterans and Military and thanking God for the true freedom we have in Jesus Christ! The program will feature a large choir and full orchestra presenting our favorite Patriotic songs. A free dessert reception will follow each evening’s program. We will…
Find out more »Child Dedication – 8:30 AM
What is Child Dedication? Parent/child dedication is a way for parents to declare their own commitment to raise their children in a home where God is the center. We host dedications during our Sunday morning services several times a year. (See below to register and review frequently asked questions.) FAQs How often do Child Dedications take place? The Child Dedications occur 3 times a year in the Sanctuary at First Free Rockford during the 8:30am and 10:30am services. How long…
Find out more »Child Dedication – 10:30 AM
What is Child Dedication? Parent/child dedication is a way for parents to declare their own commitment to raise their children in a home where God is the center. We host dedications during our Sunday morning services several times a year. (See below to register and review frequently asked questions.) FAQs How often do Child Dedications take place? The Child Dedications occur 3 times a year in the Sanctuary at First Free Rockford during the 8:30am and 10:30am services. How long…
Find out more »July 2020
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Guest Speaker: Steve Cooper, Cru Ministry Special Music: Renee Cooper, Classic Worship Director The “fourth quarter” of life provides new challenges and opportunities for deepening your walk with God, for social interaction and for service. Son Risers is a community of men and women who enjoy continuing education, day trips and discovering new opportunities to make a difference in people’s lives.
Find out more »August 2020
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Guest Speaker: Gary Caruana, Winnebago County Sheriff 11:30 a.m. – Brown bag-it lunch Noon – Guest speaker, followed by dessert The “fourth quarter” of life provides new challenges and opportunities for deepening your walk with God, for social interaction and for service. Son Risers is a community of men and women who enjoy continuing education, day trips and discovering new opportunities to make a difference in people’s lives.
Find out more »September 2020
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Special Guest: Pastor Luke Uran and family The “fourth quarter” of life provides new challenges and opportunities for deepening your walk with God, for social interaction and for service. Son Risers is a community of men and women who enjoy continuing education, day trips and discovering new opportunities to make a difference in people’s lives
Find out more »October 2020
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Guest Speaker: Chuck Schlueter – Living Wills, Trusts, Final Arrangements The “fourth quarter” of life provides new challenges and opportunities for deepening your walk with God, for social interaction and for service. Son Risers is a community of men and women who enjoy continuing education, day trips and discovering new opportunities to make a difference in people’s lives.
Find out more »Child Dedication – 8:30 AM
What is Child Dedication? Parent/child dedication is a way for parents to declare their own commitment to raise their children in a home where God is the center. We host dedications during our Sunday morning services several times a year. (See below to register and review frequently asked questions.) FAQs How often do Child Dedications take place? The Child Dedications occur 3 times a year in the Sanctuary at First Free Rockford during the 8:30am and 10:30am services. How long…
Find out more »Child Dedication – 10:30 AM
What is Child Dedication? Parent/child dedication is a way for parents to declare their own commitment to raise their children in a home where God is the center. We host dedications during our Sunday morning services several times a year. (See below to register and review frequently asked questions.) FAQs How often do Child Dedications take place? The Child Dedications occur 3 times a year in the Sanctuary at First Free Rockford during the 8:30am and 10:30am services. How long…
Find out more »November 2020
SonRisers
Theme: Thanksgiving Holiday Picnic The “fourth quarter” of life provides new challenges and opportunities for deepening your walk with God, for social interaction and for service. Son Risers is a community of men and women who enjoy continuing education, day trips and discovering new opportunities to make a difference in people’s lives.
Find out more »December 2020
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Theme: Cookies and Cocoa Special Music: Saved By Grace The “fourth quarter” of life provides new challenges and opportunities for deepening your walk with God, for social interaction and for service. Son Risers is a community of men and women who enjoy continuing education, day trips and discovering new opportunities to make a difference in people’s lives.
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