North Arkansas Women's Retreat
All ladies are invited to join us for our annual retreat in Branson. Total cost is $225. Sign-up and registration forms are in the foyer. Gather & Grow together. Mark your calendars for 2026 NARK Women's Retreat in Branson! This year's speaker is Jen Schmidt. Retreat starts on Friday, September 25 and will go through Sunday, Sept 27.
Ladies Dinner Out - Pad Thai Cuisine
Ladies dinner out Bring your friends for a night of fellowship.
Men's Prayer Breakfast
Enjoy a delicious Breakfast, challenging message and time of prayer with your brothers in Christ!
Come join the men of First Church as we endeavor to be men who live by faith, hope and charity in every area of our lives!
Potluck Lunch
We’re having a church potluck, and everyone is invited to bring food to share! Plan to bring a main dish along with a couple of extras—sides, a salad, or a dessert—so we have plenty for everyone to enjoy. It’s a wonderful chance to gather around the table, enjoy good food, and spend time in fellowship with our church family.
Deputation Service
David and Kristen Sterner, along with their three sons—Levi, David, and Carter—are serving as missionaries in Lima, Peru on the Andino Central Field. They share a deep love for ministry, with Kristen serving as an ordained elder and David faithfully leading and volunteering wherever God opens a door. Grateful for the prayer and support of their church family, the Sterner family continues their mission to share Christ across the South America Region. Join us this Sunday as we hear from the Sterner family and receive a deputation offering to support their ongoing ministry.
Church Elections
Annual church elections and meeting will be held following morning worship.
All‑Church Work Day — Everyone Welcome!
Join us for a fun and meaningful All‑Church Work Day as we spruce up our building and tackle a variety of projects together. Whether you’re handy with tools, great at organizing, love cleaning, or simply willing to lend a helping hand, there’s a place for you. Every skill level is welcome. Come be part of a day that strengthens our church home and our church family.
Easter Egg Hunt
Community Easter Egg Hunt following Easter morning worship - around 11:30-11:45 am. Please join us for worship as we celebrate Jesus!!
Bring your friends and neighbors. Children ages through 6th grade. Egg hunt will begin in the Family Life Center (gym) with instructions.
Over 2000 candy filled eggs.
Easter Worship & Baptism Service
As we celebrate the resurrection of our Savior, Jesus Christ, you are invited to worship with us on this joyful Easter morning. We’ll begin with a delicious breakfast at 8:30, followed by Sunday School and our 10:30 morning worship service. If you feel God leading you to be baptized, please speak with one of our pastors—we would be honored to include you in our baptism service. After worship, all children are invited to join in our Easter Egg Hunt as we continue celebrating the hope and life we have in Jesus.
Easter Breakfast
Pot luck breakfast in the Family Life Center. Join us for an Easter celebration breakfast together.
Sunday Fun Day
First Kids families are invited to stay after church for lunch and play. Kid-friendly pot-luck so bring something to share.
Ash Wednesday
Adults and teens will gather in the sanctuary for a meaningful time of prayer and reflection. Kids will be in the FLC with a normal schedule.
Board Meeting
The church board—elected by our congregation to provide guidance, support our pastors, and oversee the operations of the church—will gather for its regularly scheduled meeting. We are grateful for their faithful service and leadership.
Bible Quiz Meet
FS1 is hosting a Kids Bible Quiz Meet. Talk to Donovan if you would like to volunteer.
Souper Bowl Lunch
Women’s ministries is sponsoring a fellowship dinner after the morning worship in the FLC. Sign-up in the foyer if you would like to contribute to the meal.
Dessert Auction
The youth are sponsoring a dessert auction during the Souper Bowl lunch.
The funds raised will support the youth group activities like camp and Extravaganza.
Bring a dessert. Buy a dessert.
Candlelight Service
Join us for a glowing night of celebration and prayer as we prepare for Christmas day!
Blessed & Brewed Adult Christmas Party
Blessed and Brewed Adult Sunday School Christmas Party
Family Life Center
Join us for a delightful evening full of fun. Please bring a sweet treat and an appetizer to share, along with a wrapped mug for the gift exchange.
Manger Tales: Program presented by Kids & Teens
Manger Tales — A Christmas Program Like No Other! Step into the stable and hear the story from the ones who were really there… a delightful kids and teens Christmas program presented as a live talk show—where the animals from the manger finally get to speak!
Come celebrate the birth of Jesus through laughter, song, and the voices of our young storytellers. It’s a Christmas experience your whole family will treasure!
Women’s Toetally Cozy Christmas Party
The ladies are having a Toetally Cozy Christmas Party, Tuesday, December 2, 6:00 PM
Not Normal Classroom.Bring a pair ofwrapped Christmas socks to exchange. Wear your Christmas pajamas or coziest clothes. $10 per person for Baker’s BBQ
Sing up sheet in the foyer Put money in the offering plate or give to a council member:
Greta, Melanie, Kim, Katie Rebecca, Victoria
Hanging of the Greens
🎄✨ You're Invited: Hanging of the Greens Service ✨🎄
Come celebrate the beginning of the Christmas season with a heartwarming evening of tradition and togetherness!
🕯️ We'll gather for carols, prayer, and a short devotional to center our hearts on the true meaning of the season.
🍪 Afterward, enjoy festive Christmas goodies—bring a treat to share!
🌿 Then, let’s deck the halls together as we decorate the church building with joy.
Annual Thanksgiving Dinner
Join us for food and fellowship celebrating Thanksgiving with your church family. Bring a vegetable, salad and dessert to share. Turkey and Dressing provided.
Operation Christmas Child
Bring your items to pack your box together. We will pray over them.
Candypalooza
Free community event with lots of candy and carnival games.
Fun for the whole family
Doors open at 4pm.