July 13th 2025 Announcements

  • Join the Elders for our Monthly Prayer Time on Sunday, July 20 after the worship service in the Youth Room.  We will pray for our church, our community, and our country on the 3rd Sunday of each month.

  • In Revelations 2 and 3, Christ gave His assessment of 7 local churches in Asia Minor. His diagnosis in most instances included both strengths and weaknesses. He also prescribed what needed to be done so that the church was faithful and fruitful. The Ministry Mapping Survey is one of the ways we can seek the Lord’s will in assessing the health and direction of our church. Sunday, July 20 we will launch the Ministry Mapping Survey. Let’s prayerfully seek the Lord’s wisdom and insight as we begin this process.

  • A Special Congregational Meeting will be held on August 3rd to vote on new members.  Anyone who has already attended a Membership Class and would like to move forward with membership should contact the church office or an Elder so interviews can be completed before next Friday.

  • Could you spare an hour of your time if you knew it was going to help feed starving children?  Or how about a few dollars?  Or maybe both?  You'll have an opportunity to do just that on August 10, immediately after the service, until approximately 1:30 PM!  Food for Kidz will be coming to our church with all the supplies needed to package nutritious meals for children in Haiti, Honduras, Afghanistan, and/or Sierra Leone, or perhaps some US locations that have recently been impacted by natural disasters.  We will need approximately 20 volunteers (there will be a sign-sheet in the Worship Center).  HEFC will need to cover the cost of the food we package, which we anticipate will be around $1,000.  If you'd like to contribute towards this cost, you may do so by putting it in the offering box (be sure to write "Food for Kidz" in the memo line of your check or on the envelope).

June 29th 2025 Announcements

  • The Church Office will be closed on Friday, July 4th.  Please have any announcements in by midnight on Tuesday.

  • On Sunday, July 6th MN Adult & Teen Challenge Choir will be leading our worship service and sharing testimonies!  The service will not have a break. Children's Church dismissal (Nursery - grade 2) will be after communion.

  • Reminder: HEFC collects granola bars year round for the Common Cup Weekend Food Program.  Please place donations in the designated bin in the Worship Center foyer.

June 22nd 2025 Announcements

  • Join the Missions and Outreach team for a day-trip to Minneapolis on SATURDAY, JUNE 28, to feed the needy and to spread the gospel.  We will be gathering at church on FRIDAY, June 27, from 6-8 PM (in the Gathering Room and Commons Area Kitchen) to make some simple bag lunches to send with those that are going on Saturday, and we would encourage families to join us that evening to help.  Then on Saturday, any adults that would like to join us in distributing the meals will meet at 11:00 am.  We plan to return to church by 3:30 PM.

June 15th 2025 Announcements

  • Please contact the church office or Pastor Mike if you are interested in Baptism or having your Child Dedicated on June 22.

  • Join the Missions and Outreach team for a day-trip to Minneapolis on SATURDAY, JUNE 28, to feed the needy and to spread the gospel.  We will be gathering at church on FRIDAY, June 27, from 6-8 PM (in the Gathering Room and Commons Area Kitchen) to make some simple bag lunches to send with those that are going on Saturday, and we would encourage families to join us that evening to help.  Then on Saturday, any adults that would like to join us in distributing the meals will leave at 11:00 am.  We will be led by Memo , who is very aware of the needs of the people in the area.  We plan to return to church by 3:30 PM.

June 8th 2025 Announcements

  • Please contact the church office or Pastor Mike if you are interested in Baptism or having your Child Dedicated on June 22.

  • Join the Elders for our Monthly Prayer Time on Sunday, June 15 after the worship service in the Youth Room.  We will pray for our church, our community, and our country on the 3rd Sunday of each month.

  • We need help with cleaning in the Worship Building and Ministry Center.  Looking for one or two people willing to commit to clean once per month. It takes about 1 to 1½ hours in each building. Timing is flexible. If interested, contact Matt M or Dave L.

  • Looking for Greeters

    Hasn’t it been wonderful to have Pastor Mike greet you at the door on Sundays?

    As you may know, he is going on sabbatical at the end of June to August therefore, I am looking for greeters to greet at the door.

    I am looking for an individual, a couple or even a family to greet on Sundays in place of Pastor Mike.

    There are nine Sundays to fill. If you are interested, use the sign up sheet at church. You would greet from 9:45 to 10:05 and all you need is to bring your smile and greeting.

    Please contact Char S with questions.

June 1st 2025 Announcements

  • The Youth Group will end the school year with a Youth/Family Cookout on Wednesday, June 4th.  They are inviting parents and siblings to join the youth for a cookout, bonfire and games!  Parents please RSVP to Debbie. If the weather is bad, games will be played indoors.

  • Get to know Paul Cravens our new Worship Leader after the morning worship service on June 8th!

  • Please contact the church office or Pastor Mike if you are interested in Baptism or having your Child Dedicated.  Dates being considered are June 15 or 22.

May 25th 2025 Announcements

  • Every May HEFC collects diapers for the Common Cup Diaper Distribution.  Size 3 and larger are especially needed.  Please place donations in the bin in the Worship Center.  Thanks for your help!

  • The Missions and Outreach Team will have a planning meeting on Sunday, June 1st after the worship service.  Anyone interested in helping plan for the upcoming year is welcome to join them - no commitment required.  Reach out to Ann B with any questions.

  • The Youth Group will end the school year with a Youth/Family Cookout on Wednesday, June 4th.  They are inviting parents and siblings to join the youth for a cookout, bonfire and games!  Parents please RSVP to Debbie J by May 28th with how many family members will be able to attend.  When she has the numbers she will email a food sign-up sheet to families.  Isaac & Debbie will provide hamburgers and brats.  Feel free to bring lawn chairs and yard games.  If the weather is bad, games will be played indoors.

  • Meet Paul Cravens our new Worship Leader after the morning worship service on June 8th!

  • Please contact the church office or Pastor Mike if you are interested in Baptism or having your Child Dedicated.  Dates being considered are June 15 or 22.

  • See the Spring Clean Up lists posted in the Worship Center and Ministry Center for ways you can help with projects on the inside and/or outside of our campus. Contact Matt M if you have questions or need any specific tools.

  • There is a NEW flyer available for Summer 2025 Small Groups.  Feel free to pick one up and reach out to the contact person for more details if there is a group you would like to join.

  • Copies of Our Daily Bread devotionals for June/July/August are available in the Worship Center foyer or church office.

May 18th 2025 Announcements

  • Every May HEFC collects diapers for the Common Cup Diaper Distribution.  Size 3 and larger are especially needed.  Please place donations in the bin in the Worship Center.  Thanks for your help!

  • Save the date to Meet Paul Cravens our new Worship Leader after the morning worship service on June 8th!

  • See the Spring Clean Up lists posted in the Worship Center and Ministry Center for ways you can help with projects on the inside and/or outside of our campus.

May 11th 2025 Announcements

  • 25 Year Anniversary Celebration of Hutch E Free!
    The celebration continues as we prepare to go out and serve our community!  Sign up with the online link or clipboard in the Worship Center if you can help with the Habitat for Humanity Service Event on Saturday May 17th. Volunteers of all skills sets and levels, 18 years or older are welcome for a half day or all day.  Lunch will be provided.  We are looking forward to serving along side of you!

  • Please note a change in office hours for this week.  Carrie will be working on Thursday 5/15 instead of Friday 5/16.  Please have any church announcements submitted by midnight on Wednesday.

  • Please contact the church office or Pastor Mike if you are interested in HEFC Membership Classes May 18th and 25th after the worship service.

  • Save the date to Meet Paul Cravens our new Worship Leader after the morning worship service on June 8th!

  • See the Spring Clean Up lists posted in the Worship Center and Ministry Center for ways you can help with projects on the inside and/or outside of our campus.

  • Copies of Our Daily Bread devotionals for June/July/August are now available in the Worship Center foyer or church office.

May 4th 2025 Announcements

  • 25 Year Anniversary Celebration of Hutch E Free!
    As we celebrate TODAY, we will enjoy a Fellowship Meal together after the morning service! 
    Plan for a full day of celebrating and connecting with each other TODAY!  Check out our Historical Display, watch the Slide Show, participate in the Afternoon Activities, Sign up for the Habitat for Humanity Service Event (on May 17th), Stay for the Tree Dedication in memory of Pastor Lanny Penwell and close the day with our Program including testimonies, songs and the Ma Navu.
     

  • Let’s celebrate 25 years as a church by serving our local community!

A Habitat for Humanity work day is being planned as part of the 25th Anniversary celebrations. Check your calendars and sign up for May 17th, full day or half day. Volunteers of all skills sets and levels, 18 years or older, are welcome! We will also need a team of volunteers to provide lunch. Contact the office for the link to an online sign up form, or look for the sign up clipboard in the foyer at church on Sunday. We look forward to serving together!

  • Please contact the church office or Pastor Mike if you are interested in HEFC Membership Classes.  Tentative dates are May 18th and 25th.

  • See the Spring Clean Up lists posted in the Worship Center and Ministry Center for ways you can help with projects on the inside and/or outside of our campus.