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Events
Apr 28, 2024
Women’s Sunday Morning Bible Study
Women’s Sunday Morning Bible Study Do you have trouble thinking of words to say to God when you pray? Are you afraid some emotions are too intense to express to God? Do you reach the end of a day only to realize you haven’t prayed at all? You’re not alone. Prayer is the way we relate to God, but sometimes it’s a struggle. Throughout God’s Word, we encounter many voices who teach us how to pray.Join six beloved Bible study…
Apr 30, 2024
Women’s Spring Gathering
Women’s Spring Fellowship Gathering Women’s Spring Fellowship Gathering Join us for a Women’s Spring Fellowship Gathering on Tuesday, April 30th, from 7:00-8:30pm. We will gather in the South Atrium (Coffee Connections Café area). This will be an informal time to connect with the women of our Midland Free family, enjoy some light snacks and refreshments, and learn about how God is growing the women of our church. Come be encouraged and refreshed! Bring a friend too! This is a free…
May 1, 2024
Mama Bear’s Toddler Time
Mama Bear’s Toddler Time Mama Bear’s Toddler Time is a weekly meeting for moms with children birth-3 yrs that takes place Wednesday mornings during the school year. Prior to our gatherings, we listen to a podcast (more information when you register). During our time together, we discuss the podcast episode while our children play together. Dates & TimesWednesdaysBegins in September9:30-11:00 AMChildren’s Area | Room 113
May 1, 2024
SHiNE for Elementary Kids
Wednesdays 6:00-8:00PMAll Children K-5th grades In SHiNE (Serving Him in Everything), kids in grades K-5th are invited to let Christ shine through them using music, drama, a Bible lesson, and art. It’s also a fun time with friends as we spend time playing games in the gym! We will be working our way through a 2 year curriculum from Answers in Genesis (detailed schedule and lesson information available). Please drop off at the SHiNE entrance at 6:00 PM and pick-up in the…
May 1, 2024
Mama Bear Club
All moms invited! Wednesday Evenings during the school year6:00-7:45 pm • Room 113 Mama Bear Club is an opportunity to have some great mom time while being refreshed and re-energized spiritually. We meet weekly on Wednesday evenings from 6:00-7:45 pm during the school year for discussion and encouragement. We explore God’s perspective on topics that all Mama Bears face. Children in K-5th grades are welcome to attend SHiNE during our meeting time and childcare will be provided for children ages…
May 1, 2024
Grief Share
What is Grief Share? GriefShare is a 13-week, Christ-centered, biblically based support group seminar. GriefShare is for people who have lost a spouse, child, family member, or friend through death. A grieving person can join at any time during the 13 weeks. Each session shows a video presentation followed by small group discussion about the video. The GriefShare videos present experts, ministers, and Christian counselors discussing grief and recovery subjects helpful to people in grief. Real people share their stories…
May 1, 2024
Prayer Gatherings
Join other believers from Midland Free for Prayer Gatherings on the first and third Wednesdays. We will meet from 6:30-7:30 pm in room 306 to pray for a variety of concerns. Please drop in as your schedule allows. Some topics of prayer include unity among the body of Christ, our church elders, leaders, pastors and staff, the direction of our church, discernment and unity over decisions, for church attenders to plug in and serve, and for our church to be…
May 3, 2024
Family & Friends Game Night
Family & Friends Game Night Bring a family appropriate game and a snack or treat to share! First Friday of every month! Bring your whole family on the first Friday of each month for a fun night of games, snacks, and healthy competition in the 300 wing! We’ll play favorite board games, euchre, spades, UNO, chess, or you can also learn how to play. This event is open to everyone – invite a friend, co-worker, classmate, or neighbor. You can even…
May 4, 2024
Church Wide Work Day
CHURCH WIDE WORK DAYSaturday, May 4th9:00 am – 3:00 pm It’s time for some spring projects and fellowship! Let’s come together as a church family to clean-up, update, repair and beautify our church and grounds. Projects are geared towards teens and adults with opportunities for all skill levels. You are welcome to work in the morning shift, afternoon shift, or both. We will provide lunch for anyone who wants. See you on Saturday, May 4th!
May 5, 2024
Baptism Class
Would you like to be baptized as a follower of Jesus Christ? We invite you to attend an upcoming baptism class. In this class you will learn the Biblical reasons for baptism as well as the baptism process followed at our church. The baptism process includes these steps: All classes will be held in Room 303 in the Wing Adult Classrooms from 9:00-10:00 AM. Questions? Contact Pastor Gib Giblin | 989.631.4411 or email.
May 5, 2024
Meet the Pastors
New to Midland Free? Join the pastors of Midland Free in the North Atrium (Space across from the Children’s Area) for an informal meet and greet. Our pastors would love to meet you, get to know you a little, and serve you a sweet treat. Every 1st Sunday of the month.
May 5, 2024
Visiting Missionary Luncheon
Visiting Missionary Luncheon Join us May 5th, following the worship service as we host a luncheon with a visiting missionary couple from Southeast Asia. V and K have been serving the unreached in Southeast Asia for many years and are excited to share their story and where they’ve seen God move and work in the lives of those they are serving. This event is free, but we ask that you RSVP so we know how much food to prepare. DetailsMay…
May 5, 2024
Grapple Chapel
Grapple Chapel 1st & 3rd Sundays of the month3:00-4:00pm Grapple Chapel is a place for men to gather, study Scriptures, and deepen their understanding of biblical manhood through the martial arts of wrestling and grappling. As our culture continues to denigrate the notion of manhood, we will help men develop a Biblical ethos of meekness–power under control. The goal is to prepare young men to lead with confidence and competence in an increasingly secular world. Goals: Through Grapple Chapel, we…
May 11, 2024
EPICS
E.P.I.C.S.Experienced Persons In Christ’s Service 50s+ Fellowship Gathering 5:00-8:00 PM • Room 307/309 Join other followers of Christ who are near, at, or past retirement age as we fellowship, share a meal each month, and enjoy time to worship, play games, pray, and encourage each other. We will also have a variety of activities and the occasional movie. Invite a friend and join us! Hosts:Ron & Rhonda Lytle Menu:Bring a salad or dessert to pass. Time & Location: Join us…
May 13, 2024
Elder Board Forum – May 1, 2023
ELDER BOARD FORUM Monday, May 13, 20246:30-8:00 PM • Rooms 306/308 All members and attenders of Midland Free are encouraged to attend to the Elder Board Forum on Monday, May 13th, from 6:30 – 8:00 PM in rooms 306/308 in the Adult Wing. We ask you to attend this Forum in-person as there is no livestream option. The Elder Board will update the congregation about many important topics including the giving levels and proposed ’24-’25 fiscal year budget, and other…
May 18, 2024
Men’s Gathering
MEN’S Gathering Third saturdays9:00 – 11:00 AM Men, life is hard but you are not alone. Join with other men to learn about Godly characteristics in the life of a man and how to bring them out for the rest of the world to see. There will be food, good teaching, discussion, and prayer. You’ll also have plenty of time to get to know the men you’re sharing life with at Midland Free. Meet on the third Saturday of each…
May 23, 2024
Prayer for SE Asia
PRAYER FOR THE ADOPTED MUSLIM PEOPLE OF SOUTH EAST ASIA Meets on the fourth Thursday of the month from 7:00 – 7:30 PM via Zoom. Join us for this Extraordinary Prayer for the Unreached as we seek God to intervene in the lives of those living in South East Asia with the truth and salvation of Jesus Christ. Please email the SEA Focus Team for a link to join or if you have questions.