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First Evangelical Free Church
Wichita
KS
67208-1899
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Who we are
At First Free we are about one thing - making disciples of Jesus Christ who glorify God as the grace of the gospel grows deep in God's people and goes wide to all peoples. That's what Jesus called his disciples to in Matthew 28 and we believe all of us have been called to join that mission. This happens in a number of ways, but there are a few ways we think it happens best: worship services, groups, and sharing the gospel.
We often field questions about our name and denomination. It's actually a name rich with meaning. We are part of the Evangelical Free Church of America and we are thankful to partner with this group of churches across the county.
First
First comes from our history. In 1950 we were the First Evangelical Free Church planted in Wichita. It was a slow start, but God worked through tragedy in 1961 when the pastor's young son was killed in an accident. Steady growth began at that time and the church quickly outgrew their building on Oliver. First Free moved to our current facility in 1967 and has been blessed to be able to expand a number of times. Over the years we have been involved in planting three more Evangelical Free churches in the Wichita area and have been involved with a number of plants in other locations.
Evangelical
Unfortunately, this word carries a lot of baggage in America today. But we don't want to give it up. Evangelical is defined as a commitment to the gospel and the authority of the Bible, and there aren't two things that are more important to us. As we interact with our community, we want to leave a positive impression while bearing the name "Evangelical."
Free
All churches in the EFCA are free to govern themselves instead of being governed at the denominational level. The individual churches have their own By-Laws and are autonomous in their decision-making so long as they remain within the EFCA Statement of Faith. We are distinct churches, yet connected as a denomination.
We often field questions about our name and denomination. It's actually a name rich with meaning. We are part of the Evangelical Free Church of America and we are thankful to partner with this group of churches across the county.
First
First comes from our history. In 1950 we were the First Evangelical Free Church planted in Wichita. It was a slow start, but God worked through tragedy in 1961 when the pastor's young son was killed in an accident. Steady growth began at that time and the church quickly outgrew their building on Oliver. First Free moved to our current facility in 1967 and has been blessed to be able to expand a number of times. Over the years we have been involved in planting three more Evangelical Free churches in the Wichita area and have been involved with a number of plants in other locations.
Evangelical
Unfortunately, this word carries a lot of baggage in America today. But we don't want to give it up. Evangelical is defined as a commitment to the gospel and the authority of the Bible, and there aren't two things that are more important to us. As we interact with our community, we want to leave a positive impression while bearing the name "Evangelical."
Free
All churches in the EFCA are free to govern themselves instead of being governed at the denominational level. The individual churches have their own By-Laws and are autonomous in their decision-making so long as they remain within the EFCA Statement of Faith. We are distinct churches, yet connected as a denomination.
Church Address
1825 N Woodlawn St
Wichita,
KS
67208-1899
United States
Phone: (316) 681-0664
Fax: (316) 681-1266
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Church Pastor
Josh Black
Lead Pastor
1825 N Woodlawn St
Wichita,
KS
67208-1899
United States
Phone: (316) 681-0664
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Quote of the Day
Luke 12:24
Consider the ravens: for they neither sow nor reap; which neither have storehouse nor barn; and God feedeth them: how much more are ye better than the fowls?
Consider the ravens: for they neither sow nor reap; which neither have storehouse nor barn; and God feedeth them: how much more are ye better than the fowls?
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First Evangelical Free Church Wichita Service Times
We have two identical services at 9:00 and 10:45 a.m.
You will find a mix of worship styles, reflective of the unity of the church body. There could be hymns, modern songs, simple accompaniment, full band, organ, congregational singing or choir on any given Sunday, usually a mix of all. Every week is a little different. There will probably be something you love and something you don't like, but we're a family and we want to be together. The one thing you'll always find is a desire to worship God, to declare his gospel, and to bring him glory.
Service Times last updated on the 7th of July, 2017
You will find a mix of worship styles, reflective of the unity of the church body. There could be hymns, modern songs, simple accompaniment, full band, organ, congregational singing or choir on any given Sunday, usually a mix of all. Every week is a little different. There will probably be something you love and something you don't like, but we're a family and we want to be together. The one thing you'll always find is a desire to worship God, to declare his gospel, and to bring him glory.
Service Times last updated on the 7th of July, 2017
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