Wednesdays, January 31–May 1, 6:30–7:30 a.m., via Zoom (to be emailed) | “Philippians, Colossians, & Philemon” led by Buddy Jones
These letters were written by the Apostle Paul to four New Testament churches. Paul told Timothy that the Scriptures are profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness. We’ll look for those four benefits each week as we study these letters. The format includes weekly study assignments, small group discussion, and lecture.

Contact Buddy Jones at buddyjones0@gmail.com with questions.

Register here

Meets Every 2nd Tuesday of the Month, 1:00–2:30 p.m., E111
Join us for a great time to fellowship and and to discuss the latest section of a pre-selected book. Our current book is “The Joys of Successful Aging” by George Sweeting. In our next meeting, we will cover chapters 7 through 9.  Even if you have not completed the reading, you are always welcome to join. Our new meeting place will be in A111 conference room across from the recreation desk near the gym entrance to the building.

If interested in joining this group, please contact Paige Poloni at ppoloni@firstevan.org.

Wednesdays, January 10–April 24 (No meeting March 13)
There is something for everyone on Wednesday nights! Enrich your spiritual walk and deepen your relationships in our fellowship. It starts with dinner at 5:00 p.m., followed by electives for all ages. Childcare is available for those attending Midweek electives: https://firstevan.tpsdb.com/OnlineReg/1591.

Wednesdays, 5:15–6:00 p.m., Common Ground (E202) and Impact (E226) Rooms

The Worship Ministry welcomes members and regular attenders who are interested in participating in the choir, worship team, student bands, and more. Contact Katelynn Bernardini for more information at kbernardini@firstevan.org.

Tuesdays, March 5–April 30, 6:00–8:00 p.m. via Zoom
1 Timothy: Paul's letter to young Pastor Timothy regarding false teachers, conduct, and guarding the truth in the church. Register by March 1 by contacting Sara Butler at 901-491-0101 or sarabutler6@gmail.com. Purchase workbooks from Precept, cost $15.75

Wednesdays through May 22 (Will not meet April 24), 6:00–8:00 p.m., Seth and Noelle Holler’s Home
Using the book, "The Problem of Pain" by C.S. Lewis as a tool, Break will meet at the Holler's home this Spring to openly ask and discuss questions around pain and suffering. Contact Anies Kunda with questions and address.

Wednesdays, January 10–April 17, 6:15–7:30 p.m.* | No Cost
Our Midweek program will build our Sunday morning lesson and looks at what it means to live for Christ. Programming offers a variety of age-appropriate activities for children ages birth through 5th grade. Ages 0–2 will attend childcare with Mrs. Angel, who will teach through the attributes of God as seen in each week's Gospel Project lesson. Ages 3–5 will go on a learning adventure with Cubbie the puppet, who will be studying and memorizing New City Catechism. Kindergarten through 5th grade will continue Awana programming with Mrs. Kelley and her team of Awana leaders. New students welcome! Come join the fun.

For more information, please contact feckids@firstevan.org.

Register here for FEC Kids Midweek.
Register here for Childcare.

• Childcare (0–2 years old): 1st floor C Building
Available from 7:30–8:00 p.m. for kids with parents participating in on-campus electives or volunteering.

• PreK Teaching (3–5 years old): 1st floor C Building

• Elementary Awana (K–5th grade): 2nd floor C Building, C212 check-in

*Childcare is available for children ages 2 and under for adults participating in Midweek activities and from 7:30–8:00 p.m. for those with participating parents.

Wednesdays, January 10–April 24, 6:15–8:00 p.m., A121/122
Men, join us on Wednesday nights this semester as Steve Atkins, one of our Session elders, leads us on a study of the book of Acts. Acts walks us through the founding and history of the early church. What is the church really to be about? What is God’s plan and intention for it? What is our mission? How did those early followers of Christ spread the Gospel throughout the then-known world and establish the foundation upon which we continue to build to this day?

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.

Wednesdays, January 10–April 17, Chapel | Cost: $17.
Heart to Heart is a women's Bible study with small group discussion followed by large group lecture time. Everyone is welcome to continue or start the study this Spring. This semester we will move into the New Testament studying, “The Greatest Story: Read the Bible as One Story and Discover Your Place in God's Redemptive Plan” and we'll see clearly how the Old and New Testaments work together to tell the one story of the Bible and how God continues to prove His everlasting love and faithfulness to all of creation, especially through the life of Jesus Christ. Books are available the first week of January. Childcare and children’s programming available.

Register here

Wednesdays, January 10–April 24 (No Meeting March 13), 6:15–8:00 p.m., E111 (Men's Outreach Community Group)
Bringing up the gospel may feel awkward or intimidating. It doesn't have to be! Join us as we share personal experiences and discuss creative on-ramps to spiritual conversations. Contact Chuck Dalton with questions or interest.

Wednesdays, 6:15–8:00 p.m., D114
A prayer guide is provided each week to assist in praying for our church, ministries, sick, bereaved, country, missionaries, and military. For more information, contact Chuck Downs.

Wednesdays, 6:15–8:00 p.m., Choir Loft and Sanctuary

The Worship Ministry welcomes members and regular attenders who are interested in participating in the choir, worship team, student bands, and more. Contact Katelynn Bernardini for more information at kbernardini@firstevan.org.

Wednesdays, January 10–April 24, 6:15–8:00 p.m., A109
Join us for a time of men’s fellowship and some woodworking as we build furniture for newly arriving refugees.  We are partnering with World Relief to build and deliver some basic furniture pieces (currently dining tables) for refugees coming from places like Ukraine, Cuba, and Central America.  The skill level required is minimal. Come make some saw dust and enjoy an evening where you can see the results of your labor. Feel free to bring your power drills if you have one.

Wednesdays, January 10–April 17, 6:15–8:00 p.m., Spurgeon Room (E125)
If you have an adult child, you know that parenting doesn’t stop when a child reaches age 18. In many ways it gets more complicated. Both your heart and your head are as involved as ever, whether your child lives under your roof or barely stays in contact.  

Join us in a support group format as we study this insightful book, learn from and encourage each other. We’ll cover things like healthy and gracious boundaries, the difference between helping and enabling, supporting them when you don’t support their choices, relating to their significant other, living with a broken heart, and much more.  

Please purchase the book through Amazon or other retailer prior to the class beginning. A study/discussion guide will be provided.

Mondays, January 29–April 29, 6:30–8:00 p.m., E135 (Spurgeon Room) “Philippians, Colossians, & Philemon” led by Buddy Jones
These letters were written by the Apostle Paul to four New Testament churches. Paul told Timothy that the Scriptures are profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness. We’ll look for those four benefits each week as we study these letters. The format includes weekly study assignments, small group discussion, and lecture.

Contact Buddy Jones at buddyjones0@gmail.com with questions.

Register here

Wednesdays, March 27–April 17, 6:30–8:00 p.m., A221
Join Josh and Jane Raspberry for a 4-week study on marriage. Entitled, Marriage in the Midst, this study seeks to provide practical principles that will help guide your marriage through the midst of the struggles and trials life can bring. Midweek programming/childcare available (birth–5th grade).

Thursdays, 10:00 a.m., D106 (Prayer Room)
Join this open group of women who meet weekly to pray for our church, community, and world.

Thursday, April 18, 11:45 a.m., Chapel
Speaker: Tonya Wales, Licensed Bachelor Social Worker (LBSW)Caregivers is a ministry for those caring for loved ones. Tonya has worked in all areas of caregiving. This month she will discuss finding the right caregiver at home or in a facility. Lunch provided. Contact Christy Bicknell or Sue Sharpe, 901-828-2624 with questions. Registration is requested here.

Mondays, 9:00–10:00 a.m., First Evan Indoor Walking Track
Whether it's one or a dozen of you, this is a great way to fellowship with health benefits in a safe and weather-free environment.  If you plan to come, please see Sherri Bonar at the recreation desk to sign a waiver (first time only) and to get an access code to the second-level entrance to the track. If interested in joining this group, please contact Paige Poloni at ppoloni@firstevan.org.

Sundays, 9:30–10:30 a.m. | Impact (6th–8th grade), E226 | Common Ground (9th–12th grade), E202. To equip students to spend time in the word of God effectively. This school year we will be working through the Gospel Project curriculum in unison with FEC Kids Ministry and a few adult Sunday school classes. This will give families the ability to have conversations with the grade-school children and middle/high school students who have all engaged the same scripture and teachings for their age level each day. Visit www.firstevan.org/students for the full schedule.

Sunday School, 9:30–10:30 a.m. (Nursery–5th Grade), Nursery and C-Wing.
On Sunday mornings at 9:30 a.m., we offer FEC Kids Sunday School for Preschool–5th grade. This is where the bulk of our Bible study takes place. We want kids to learn who God is. Nursery available for children ages 2 and under.

• Nursery (birth–2 years old): 1st floor Main Building, Nursery

• PreK (2–5 years old): 1st floor C Building

• Elementary (K–5th grade): 2nd floor C Building; Check in on 1st floor

Sundays, 10:45 a.m.–12:00 p.m., Prayer Room (D106)
Jesus said, “My house shall be called a house of prayer…” Pray for our pastors, worship leaders, and congregation during the Sunday morning worship service. Will you consider committing to pray as our church gathers? You only need to commit once or twice a year. For more information, contact Kate Patrick at 685-0171 (home) or 496-6570 (cell).

FEC Kids Worship Hour, 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
This time is a review of the Sunday School lesson and a time of worship with an emphasis on helping kids develop a deeper love of Christ. Nursery available for children ages 2 and under.

In effort to further encourage family discipleship, starting on Promotion Sunday, August 6, elementary-aged children (K–5th) will attend the worship service with their families. The Chapel will be available for children at any time. Children’s sermon notes will include two new questions each week to discuss over lunch or on your way home from church on Sunday morning. We are also re-stocking the resource shelves at each entrance to the Sanctuary.

Children’s Church will be available for preschool-aged children. Preschoolers will stay in their Sunday School classes and their teachers will walk them to our new Children’s Church room downstairs in the C-wing.

Contact feckids@firstevan.org with questions.

• Nursery (0–2 years old): 1st floor Main Building
• PreK (2–5 years old): 1st floor C Building
• Elementary (K–5th grade): Corporate worship with families in the Sanctuary

Sundays, 5:00–5:30 p.m. via Zoom: Meeting, ID: 863 8809 4094; Passcode: 758395.
Please join us as we pray for First Evan and how the Lord may lead us into the future. Click here to join the meeting. For more information, contact Jim Pendleton.

Sunday, April 21, 6:00 p.m., Sanctuary
The purpose of the meeting is to vote on the Session's recommendation of Kenton Pace McKee (Pace) to be our next Senior Pastor. Childcare is available for nursery–5th grade.

Reminder, you must be a member to vote and a provision for proxy voting is available for those who cannot attend due to illness, being out of town, or scheduled work conflict.

Sundays, 6:30 p.m., Gina Hensley's Home
On (most) Sunday nights, join us for dinner and fellowship! Contact Kassie Sanborn for the address or more details.

Mondays, 6:30–7:30 a.m., E234 (Gathering Place)
Join us for a time of prayer and breakfast. For more information, contact Hickman Ewing.

Tuesday, April 23, 6:00–8:00 p.m., Richard Marsh's Home
Dads and boys in kindergarten through middle school interested in Trail Life are invited to join us for a cookout to kick off the year. Contact troop leader Mark Mazzone at 901-238-6370 or markmtraillifetn4170@outlook.com. Find details about Trail Life USA at www.traillifeusa.com/program-overview.

Wednesday, April 24, 11:30 a.m., Snapdragon Floral, Tea Room (734 Mt. Moriah Rd., #4, Memphis, TN 38117. Snapdragon Floral is to the left of Gibson's Donuts and behind Prima's Bakery.)
Grab lunch and join interested and current foster or adoptive moms for a time of fellowship and community. Birth moms are welcome. We will discuss how to deepen the support and learning of this community also. No reservation required. Contact Christy with questions, cbicknell@firstevan.org.

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.

Saturday, April 27, 9:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m., Fellowship Hall
$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 Monday, April 22.

Saturday, April 27, 10:00 a.m., Mary Ewing's Home (1500  Cobblestone Cv., Germantown)
Come hear Mary Ewing and Malinda McDaniel share about how to reuse “junk” for charm to create charm garden settings. They will provide a list of stores to find hidden treasures and we will stroll through Mary's garden. Registration required at www.firstevan.org/gardengathering.

Sunday, April 28, 6:00–8:00 p.m., Nick and Jo Anne Clark's Home
Calling all young professionals! Join us for food, fun, and fellowship as we kick up our feet and share life together. Bring a friend! Contact Christie Taylor at 901-581-6547 or Jo Anne Clark at 901-409-8401 for more information.

Meet every other Tuesday, beginning April 30, 6:00–7:15 p.m., First Evan, Room TBA
For dads and boys in kindergarten through middle school. Contact troop leader Mark Mazzone at 901-238-6370 or markmtraillifetn4170@outlook.com. Find details about Trail Life USA at www.traillifeusa.com/program-overview.

Thursday, May 2, 12:00–1:00 p.m., Sanctuary

“Lift Up the Word – Light Up the World”
There will be in-person prayer in the Sanctuary or you can join us via livestream. We will be praying for these spheres of influence in our country: family, church, workplace, education, military, government, and arts, media & entertainment.

"For you are my lamp, O Lord, and my God lightens my darkness. For by You I can run against a troop, and by my God I can leap over a wall. This God—his way is perfect; the word of the Lord proves true; He is a shield for all those who take refuge in Him." 2 Samuel 22:29-31For more details, visit: www.nationaldayofprayer.org.

If you are interested in dedicating your child, please sign up by Sunday, April 21 here.

We are very excited that you are interested in dedicating the precious gift of a child to Him. Our hope at First Evan is that this special event in your lives will be memorable and the beginning of your relationship with the church and your family.

Once you have filled out and submitted the registration form, we will contact you to schedule the required Child Dedication interview with one of our pastors. Our desire is to come alongside you as you journey into the wonderful responsibility of parenting.

(Please know that space in each service may be limited and will be on first-come, first-serve basis.)

If you have any questions, email Jill Hopkins.

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.

Sunday, May 19, 6:00–7:00 p.m., Sanctuary
Mark your calendars now to attend this important meeting. On the agenda will be the election of Elders, Deacons, Chairman and Vice-Chairman of the Congregation and Global Missions Team members who will begin serving in July. In addition, we will be voting on the 2024–2025 church budget. A Dessert Fellowship will follow the meeting in the Fellowship Hall. Childcare for nursery–5th grade. Reminder, you must be a member to vote and a provision for proxy voting is available for those who cannot attend due to illness, being out of town, or scheduled work conflict.

Mondays and Thursdays, June 13–July 25, 9:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m., First Evan | For rising PreK 4-6th Grade | Register by May 19
We have expanded our ages to include  children ages PreK 4 through rising 6th grade, and we are excited about all the fun we will have this summer on Mondays and Thursdays here at First Evan! Summer Safari is a drop-off program from 9:30 a.m.—2:30 p.m. with 2 summer sessions. 

At “Maker Fun Factory,” we will have songs, STEM activities, games, crafts, field trips, and more, and we will of course learn about Jesus Christ and HIS great love for the world He made! It is the desire of our ministry to come alongside parents to help provide the structure, peer interaction, and fun kids need for a healthy, enjoyable summertime. 

The cost is $150/session, or $250 for both sessions—so that’s $25/child per day—plus an activity fee of $25/child per session.  Financial aid is available for members and regular attenders of First Evan.  We are looking forward to having you! Email Kate Taylor ktaylor@firstevan.org for more details.

Sunday, June 30, 10:45 a.m., Sanctuary
Do you want to get baptized to express your faith in Christ? Jesus commanded all His followers to be baptized, publicly proclaiming that God has brought them from death to life. If this describes you, we’d love to help you take the next step. Sign up by Sunday, June 9 for the March baptism: www.firstevan.org/baptism. Contact Katelynn Bernardini for other dates.