Upcoming Events
Everyday CoJourner: Step 4
Saturday, May 18, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m., Fellowship Hall
In the final step of this series, Gabor and Edina Gresz will lead us in person to further help us keep evangelism and discipleship simple, relational, and intentional. Topics include keeping in step with the Holy Spirit, building bridges, and art of neighboring.
Register at www.firstevan.org/ec4.
Register for childcare by May 12 at www.firstevan.org/ecchildcare.
Meetings with Pace McKee
SCHEDULED MEETINGS WITH PACE MCKEE
Tuesday, April 16
6:15 p.m. Family Ministry, Fellowship Hall
l7:30 p.m. Worship/Choir, Chapel
Meet Memphis
Saturday, April 13*, 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.**
Memphis is longing for healing. Join us by stepping into this great need. Come to serve and fellowship with Memphis ministries who are seeking the welfare of the city and spreading the gospel. You'll also get to consider opportunities to build authentic and Christ-centered relationships with non-believers.
If not listed below, we have enough volunteers. Praise God!
Meet Memphis Projects on Friday, April 12:
· *Arise2Read – Serve Lunch to Faculty at Balmoral Ridgeway Elementary School - 1 needed
Meet Memphis Projects on Saturday, April 13:
· Advance Memphis – Community Feast near Advance Memphis - 12 needed
· Child Evangelism Fellowship – Building cleanup at CEF office - 5 needed
· **Memphis Coalition for Life, 9:00–11:00 a.m. – Pack Blessing Bags at First Evan – 11 needed
· Eikon Ministries, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. – Block Party near Eikon Ministries – 10 needed
· **World Relief Memphis, 3:00–7:00 p.m. – Community Potluck near World Relief – 8 needed
· **Life Choices, 7:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. – Help set up and clean up at Life Walk at the Memphis Zoo - 15 needed
The Life Choices of Memphis Life Walk is their biggest annual fundraiser and it’s at the Memphis Zoo! Join us as we partner with them to help set-up, celebrate and tear-down for their event. The event costs $20/adult (12 and up) and $10/child (2-11) for the first 40 participants through First Evan, unless you have a Zoo membership which will cover your entire cost. The registration cost covers a Life Choices of Memphis t shirt and snacks during the event. Once you sign up at the Meet Memphis registration, we will send you an additional registration link specifically for the Life Walk. ***You will not be fully registered until you fill out the additional registration link. Do not sign up directly with Life Choices of Memphis***
MCFL “40 Days for Life” Prayer Vigil
Tuesdays, February 20–March 19, 6:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Shifts Outside of Planned Parenthood (2430 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, TN).
This is a sidewalk prayer vigil for the lives of the unborn led by Memphis Coalition for Life. You will pray alongside a sidewalk advocate as he or she reaches out to people with hope and life-preserving options. First Evan covers all day every Tuesday. Sign up at www.firstevan.org/40daysforlife.
World Prayer Focus
Quarterly on Sundays, 6:00–7:00 p.m., Chapel
Next Meeting: Sunday, March 3
Join us in intercessory prayer for our world, country, county, city, and church. For more information, contact missions@firstevan.org.
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.
Life Choices: Bottles for Life
Fundraiser for Life Choices – Pick up & return bottles by February 11!
First Evan celebrates the Sanctity of Human Life month with Life Choices by raising awareness and support for the cause of saving unborn babies, mothers, and their families. Pick up a bottle, fill it (coins, cash, or check), and bring them back by Sunday, February 11. Available at the Connect Center & Fellowship Hall table.
Everyday CoJourner: Step 3 In-Person Session
Sunday, January 28, 1:00–3:00 p.m., Fellowship Hall. Lunch provided, no childcare.
Evangelism and discipleship should be a normal aspect of following Jesus. Everyday CoJourner is a set of training sessions that makes outreach simple and relational. Each session brings the whole picture together but they are not prerequisites to one another. In this third training, you will learn to:
identify a God-prepared person
disciple a new believer, and
create a personal evangelism plan.
Register at www.firstevan.org/ec3
**Everyday CoJourner: Step 3 Via Zoom**
Saturday, January 20, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. via Zoom OR
In-person on Sunday, January 28, 1:00–3:00 p.m., lunch provided, no childcare.
Whether it be hills, homes, temples, seashores, or storms on a boat, Jesus took every advantage of the situation. Praise!The Outreach team has decided that the uncertain weather and road conditions are unfit for driving. For Gabor's safety, we also agreed that he should NOT travel. This was unexpected, but not all is lost.Instead of cancelling the event, there are 2 options to still attend this training! Thank you for being flexible!
Gabor Gresz will lead us through identifying a God-prepared person, discipling a new believer, and creating a personal evangelism plan.
Register here for one of these options:
Saturday, January 20, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. via Zoom
In-person on Sunday, January 28, 1:00–3:00 p.m., lunch provided, no childcare.
Everyday CoJourner: Step 2
Tuesday, December 5, 7:00–8:30 p.m., Zoom OR Sunday, December 17, 12:15-2:00 p.m., In person
Everday CoJourner: Step 2 We’ve learned simple, practice ways to start having meaningful conversations. In Step 2, we’ll celebrate what God has done through our application and encourage each other through hurdles. We’ll also share a simple tool to read the Bible with interested seekers and new believers. Register in the Fellowship Hall starting Sunday, November 26, or contact Steven Yeo (818-238-7241)
Christmas with Global Friends
Sunday, December 17, 5:00 p.m., The Sherman’s House
Break and Global Friends will partner to host a Christmas party for international students in Memphis! There will be a meal, live music, and gifts! All young adults are welcome.
Please pray for boldness for our young adults as we deepen our relationships with non-believers, and pray for hearts to be open to how God wants to speak to people during this Christmas season.
World Prayer Focus
Meets quarterly on Sundays, 6:00–7:00 p.m., Chapel
Join us in intercessory prayer for our world, nation, county, city, and church. For more information, contact missions@firstevan.org.
Everyday CoJourner: An Outreach Training with Gabor and Edina Gresz
Saturday, November 18, 9:00–11:45 a.m., Fellowship Hall
Live, Play, and Learn on Mission! Join us for a practical outreach training aimed at equipping First Evaners to confidently and comfortably share our faith through meaningful conversations with the non-believers in our lives. Let's unite in the mission of spreading the Gospel and fostering a closer, more vibrant community of believers. Childcare is available (register by November 12). Register in the Fellowship Hall beginning Sunday, October 29.
40 Days for Life - Sidewalk Vigil
Tuesdays, October 3–31, 6:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m., outside of Planned Parenthood (2430 Poplar Ave.)
40 Days for Life is a prayer vigil led by Memphis Coalition for Life to end abortion. First Evan will stand on the sidewalk every Tuesday. You can volunteer for an hour-long shift with a partner at www.firstevan.org/40daysforlife.
World Relief Memphis Volunteer
Tuesday, October 17, 6:30–8:00 p.m., World Relief Memphis (5340 Quince Rd., Suite A)
Learn how you can get involved at World Relief Memphis. Register here. Email Steven Yeo at syeo@firstevan.org with questions.
Eikon Ministries Club Nathan
Tuesday, October 17, 5:51–6:51 p.m., Club Nathan (3232 Nathan Ave).
Serve dinner and spend time with neighborhood children through crafts, songs, and Bible Lessons. Contact Jordan Bernardini, 901-692-6649, or Steven Yeo for details.
Swinging for Streets Golf Tournament
Monday, October 16, 11:00 a.m. Registration, 12:00 p.m. Tee off, Chickasaw Country Club
Register or sponsor a 4-person golf scramble benefiting Streets Ministries. Details and registration here. Questions? Email Steven Yeo at syeo@firstevan.org.
Life Choices Banquet
Thursday, September 28, 6:00 p.m., Bellevue Baptist Church (Free to host a table or attend)
To host, email rachel.davis@lifechoicesmemphis.org. To attend, click here. Questions? Email Steven Yeo at syeo@firstevan.org.
Advance Memphis Art for Jobs: Attend or Volunteer at Preview Party
Tuesday, September 26, 6:30–8:00 p.m., Advance Memphis (575 Suzette St.)
Attend or Volunteer: Art for Jobs Preview Party
This annual art fundraiser event promotes economic stability for our neighbors in South Memphis. To volunteer, email emiller@advancememphis.org. Questions? Email Steven Yeo at syeo@firstevan.org.
Global Friends Memphis: Trivia Night
Saturday, August 26, 6:00 p.m., BCM Memphis (469 Patterson St.)
To RSVP, email aglang@globalfriendsmemphis.com. Questions? Email Steven Yeo at syeo@firstevan.org.
Global Friends Memphis: Karaoke Night
Saturday, August 19, 6:00 p.m., 4025 Grandview Ave
Join an evening together sharing and singing music with international students from University of Memphis. Food will be provided. To RSVP, email aglang@globalfriendsmemphis.com. Questions? Email Steven Yeo at syeo@firstevan.org.
Charcuterie and Share Brunch for Global Friends Memphis
Saturday, July 29, 10:00 a.m., 8363 Barncliff Cove.
Attend an interest brunch for our partner ministry, Global Friends with Anna Adams (Director) and Anna Lang (Campus Staff). To RSVP, contact Anna Lang at 901-800-6176. Questions? Email Steven Yeo at syeo@firstevan.org.
Tour Life Choices
Tuesday, July 18, 6:15 p.m., Life Choices (5575 Raleigh Lagrange Road).
Come and see our Memphis Ministries in action! Tour Life Choices. To RSVP, email Rachel Davis at rachel.davis@lifechoicesmemphis.org. Questions? Email Steven Yeo at syeo@firstevan.org.
Visit a 5-Day CEF Bible Club
Monday–Friday, July 17–21, 3:00–4:00 p.m., Grace Chinese Christian Church (300 W. Powell Rd., Collierville, TN 38017).
Come and see our Memphis Ministries in action! Visit a 5-Day Bible Club with Child Evangelism Fellowship. To visit, contact Nadine at 901-389-8856. Questions? Email Steven Yeo at syeo@firstevan.org.
Youth Striving for Excellence Field Trip
Wednesday, July 12, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m., Crosstown Concourse (1350 Concourse Ave).
Come and see our Memphis Ministries in action! Join Youth Striving for Excellence on a field trip. To attend, contact Pearl at 901-378-7258. Questions? Email Steven Yeo at syeo@firstevan.org.