Announcements and Dates to Remember

AUG     30         Missions Emphasis Sunday: Summer Missionaries
AUG     30         Congregational Meeting
SEPT    1-30      Diaper Drive for Showers Of Grace Reunion
SEPT    01         IGNITE! Season 3
SEPT    08         IGNITE! Season 3
SEPT    12         Men's Ministry Breakfast
SEPT    13         Ministry Fair
SEPT    15         IGNITE! Season 3
SEPT    17         Park Day
SEPT    22         IGNITE! Season 3
SEPT    29         IGNITE! Season 3
OCT     03         CEF Fundraising Dinner
OCT     10         Showers Of Grace Reunion

IGNITE! Season 3 in September

In September, IGINTE! returns for season 3 of prayer.  Join us as we spend time together in focused prayer all September long on Tuesday evenings from 7-8PM here at the church.

See you in September at the Playground!

With the weather being so hot recently, we are only having one September Park Day. Hope to see you on Sept 17th!

Men's Breakfast September 12th

CEF Fundraising Dinner- October 3, 2026

RSVP at 505-423-4916 or sevesouthern@cefofnm.com

Need Prayer? We're Here For You!

One of the simplest and most meaningful ways we can care for one another is through prayer—and we want to make that as clear and accessible as possible.

If you have a prayer request, you can submit it anytime using this link:
https://fefc.breezechms.com/form/08f3cb

Congregational Meeting August 30

Light Refreshments will be served between worship service and the meeting.

Ministry Opportunities

  • Looking for a simple way to serve? We need Snack Providers for the lobby and at the family tables in the sanctuary. Contact the church office for more information or to sign up.
  • We are creating a team to help with the production of Video Announcements. Tasks would include videoing the speaker, editing videos, choosing background and lighting, etc. Please contact the church office to sign up for this opportunity.
  • Do you have an interest in leading the children's ministry or know of someone who would do a great job of it? If so, please contact Derrick Howard at derrick@efclascruces.org.
  • Our Worship Team is looking for a drummer. If you are a drummer or know one who is looking for a place to serve, please reach out to Michael Dean.
  • Digging Deeper, our church’s children’s ministry during the sermon time, is looking for one or two new teams. Please contact Julie Schumpelt, Director of Digging Deeper.
Praise the Lord that the need for communion servers has been filled!

New Equipping Class starting on August 30th

Our "Everyday Revolutionary" Equipping class this Sunday is entitled "Made to Make a Difference," asking the question "How does the shift from the 'positive' world to the 'negative' world challenge Christians to rethink their approach to living faithfully for God in today’s culture?" Come at 9 a.m. to join our study based on the books of Daniel and 1 Peter. 

Diaper Drive for Showers of Grace

In preparation for their Fall Reunion on October 10, First EFC is collecting diapers for Showers of Grace families during the month of September. Every size is needed but particularly sizes 4, 5, 6, and 7. Place donations in the playpen in the foyer. Thank you!

Ministry Fair on Sept. 13

Our church is hosting a Ministry Fair on Sept 13 from 9-10 AM and also after the worship service. This is a wonderful way to learn about all of our ministries and a super opportunity to ask questions and engage with our Ministry Leaders, and possibly sign up for a ministry or two as the Lord leads.

CELEBRATE RECOVERY

     Celebrate Recovery, a 12-Step program based on the Beatitudes about addressing "Hurts, Habits, and Hang-Ups”, meets every Monday night for teaching and testimonies at Temple Baptist on Missouri near Triviz from  6-8 p.m.
There is also the option of every Tuesday at University Community Church on Jordan at University. 6-8 p.m.
To learn more about Celebrate Recovery and/or to sign up, come to a Monday night meeting or call Paul Thomas at 575-914-4365.