Upcoming Events
Student Life Summer Camp
Monday–Friday, June 17–21, Orange Beach, AL.
Students will be attending a week-long conference style camp where we will be led in worship by Judd Harris and will hear from sessions speaker Matt Carter. The focus of the week will be highlighting John 8:12 where Jesus makes the bold claim that “I am the light of the world. Anyone who follows me will never walk in the darkness but will have the light of life.” Students will be shown how God is a God of revival, redeeming His people and giving them purpose. If you have any questions before you register, as always, don’t hesitate to reach out. Total cost of the retreat is $600.
Pro-Life Apologetics Training with Scott Klusendorf
Saturday, April 27, 9:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m., Common Ground Room (E202) | $5 Lunch (optional)
Scott Klusendorf of the Life Training Institute will present and facilitate an interactive training primarily for teens and families who are seeking to have a better understanding and handle on how to have graceful and truth-filled conversations about the sanctity of life. Register here by Tuesday, April 23.
Student Ministry Fundraiser: Spaghetti Dinner Auction
Midweek Fellowship Meal, Wednesday, April 24, 5:00 p.m., Fellowship Hall
Around 55 students are attending Student Life Camp this summer in Orange Beach, AL ($600/student). To raise funds for camp, we are hosting a Spaghetti Dinner with Live Auction and Silent Auction to raise money for Student Life Camp. Be on the lookout for students selling tickets!
Meal Cost:
$8/adult
$4/child (3–10 years old)
$40 family max
We take cash, checks, or Venmo @fecmemphis.
Silent Auction, Sunday, April 10–24, Fellowship Hall
There will also be a Silent Auction leading up to the Spaghetti Dinner. This portion will begin Sunday, April 10, and remain in the Fellowship Hall until April 24 at 5:00 p.m. The silent auction will then close at the start of the Spaghetti Dinner. Students will submit items or services to be bid on (some examples from last year, include handmade jewelry, crochet projects, paintings, handmade stationery, babysitting, lawn services, etc).
Live Auction, Wednesday, April 24, Fellowship Hall
This event will, for the majority, be student run.
Student Ministries Midweek
Wednesdays, January 10–May 1 (No meeting March 13), 6:15–8:00 p.m.
Impact (6th–8th grade), E226
Common Ground (9th–12th grade), E202
Providing a place for students to learn how to apply Biblical truths to their lives through engaging worship and service.
This year we are giving our students opportunities to engage with local Memphis Ministry Partners through informational sessions, corporate worship, prayer, exposure, and active service. Visit www.firstevan.org/students for full schedule.
Student Ministries IRL Weekend
Friday–Saturday, March 1–March 3, Pinecrest Camp in Moscow, TN | Cost: $140
IRL Weekend is one of our favorite weekends in Student Ministry! This weekend will be an enriching time for our students diving into 1, 2, and 3 John and being in community with one another. Our theme verse for this weekend is 1 John 1:7, which says, "But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus his Son cleanses us from all sin." On Saturday, the high school will be taking a hiking trip for the day, and the middle school will be competing in our annual Survivor Games! Register by Sunday, February 18 at www.firstevan.org/irl.
Christ’s Community Church Can Drive
Urgently Accepting Donations Now Through Sunday, February 18!
We are helping to replenish our neighbors’ bare food pantry. Please bring canned food between now and February 18. Look for a cart or table with signs.
Student Ministries Midweek Corn Maze Trip
Wednesday, October 25, 5:30–8:15 p.m. (Meet at and return to church) | Cost: $10 | Traveling to The Mid-South Maze (7777 Walnut Grove RdMemphis, TN 38120)
Common Ground and Impact are headed to the Corn Maze for Midweek! Meet at the church at 5:30 p.m. and we will hop in the vans and head to the corn maze at the Agricenter. Come dressed in your costume and bring $10 for your entry into the maze. We will return to the church at 8:15 p.m.
Common Ground Run the River
Friday–Monday, September 1–4, Mammoth Spring, Arkansas | Cost: $135.
High School students will camp out along the Spring River for a retreat weekend. During the weekend, students will enjoy time together rafting, exploring, and studying Scripture as we focus and “Listen” inspired by John 10:27 where Jesus calls His sheep to listen to His voice. Deadline to register is Saturday, August 19. Register here.
Break & Common Ground Chill Night
Saturday, August 12, 6:00–9:00 p.m., East Lawn
The High School (Common Ground) and Young Adult Ministries (Break) are getting together for a few fun activities to get to know each other: bleaching t-shirts, playing cornhole, playing kickball, and playing flashlight tag. We’ll have snacks and tacos. Contact Kassie Sanborn for more details.
Common Ground Romania Mission Trip
Friday, July 14–Sunday, July 23. We have committed to sending a team of high school students and adults to Romania to serve with Dan and Emma Onu this summer. This team will be serving in a children’s camp by sharing the gospel with those who have not yet heard the good news of Jesus. We are grateful for this opportunity and hope that through being faithful to the Lord that lives will be saved.
Common Ground Paintball Night
Tuesday, July 11, 6:00–8:00 p.m., Memphis Paintball Park | Cost: $25. Join us for a night of paintball! You have the option to either meet us at the Paintball park or at First Evan to ride there in the van. If you are meeting at the Paintball park please be there at 6:00 p.m. If you are meeting at First Evan, please be here at 5:30 p.m. Contact Anna Phillips with questions at aphillips@firstevan.org! Sign up by June 9 here.
Common Ground Day Trip to Little Rock
Friday, September 2–Monday, September 5, Meet at the Church near the Gym. | Cost: $205
Common Ground is headed back to the beach Labor Day weekend. We will be at Gulf Shores Beach for a long, Labor Day weekend of fun and fellowship. Your student will be able to enjoy home-cooked meals around the table with friends, fellowship around games and conversation, and worship on the beach. We will leave from church on Friday, September 2 and return on Monday, September 5. We are super excited to enjoy the beach with you! Contact Anna with questions at aphillips@firstevan.org.
Common Ground Bob Ross Night with Brian Brock
Wednesday, August 3, 6:15–8:00 p.m., E144
Common Ground is going to be joined by Bob Ross, a.k.a. Brian Brock, to teach us all about the happy trees we can paint. This is going to be so much fun so we hope to see you there! Questions, contact Anna at aphillips@firstevan.org.
Common Ground Day Trip to Little Rock
Wednesday, July 27, 6:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m., Meet at the Church near the Gym. | Cost: $30
On July 27, Common Ground is headed to Little Rock. Meet us by the gym entrance to head out. We return in the same location later that evening. More information is on its way. We can’t wait to explore this city with you! Questions, contact Anna at aphillips@firstevan.org.
Common Ground Ultimate Frisbee Night
Wednesday, July 20, 6:15–8:00 p.m., East Lawn
Common Ground, meet us on the field at First Evan for Ultimate Frisbee Night! Questions, contact Anna at aphillips@firstevan.org.
Common Ground Cookout
Wednesday, July 13, 6:00–8:00 p.m., Meet at the Rawlinson’s House
Come join Common Ground for a cookout! Meet us at the Rawlinson's house for some hamburgers, hotdogs, and fellowship! Also, wear your swimsuit! Email aphillips@firstevan.org for the address or with questions.