Sunrise Service
7:00 am
Our sunrise service is a peaceful, more traditional gathering with beloved hymns and Scripture, offering a reflective way to begin Easter morning as we celebrate the risen Christ.
Service Times
Sunrise Service
Easter Breakfast
8:30am
All freewill proceeds benefit the Youth Group, who will be attending the Challenge Conference in July.
Sunday Service
10:30am
Join our full choir and orchestra for a joyful Easter celebration as we proclaim the resurrection of Jesus Christ through powerful music, Scripture, and worship together.
Easter with Kids
Nursery (Ages 0-3)
Nursery is available during all Easter services (including Good Friday), so your littlest ones will be cared for by our amazing volunteers!
Children's Church (Ages 3-5)
(Sunday 10:30am only) After the music portion of the service, children
are invited to join Children’s Church for a special Easter lesson and
activities designed just for them.
Good Friday - April 5 at 7pm
Join us for a Tenebrae service that brings us through the seven last statements of Jesus before he was crucified on the cross.
Nursery is available!
FAQs
We recommend arriving 10–15 minutes early to find parking, grab a seat, and get settled before the service begins. This is recommended for all services—Good Friday, Palm Sunday, both Easter services, and breakfast 😋
There are several doors to enter The Free Church - all of them will be open and friendly volunteers will be there to greet you.
• 2 sanctuary doors (one on either side of the steeple)
• Arnold Ave entrance (the one with the awning)
• South classroom door (along 2nd Street, there's a room with lots of windows)
You’ll see everything from jeans and casual clothes to dressier Easter outfits. Wear whatever you’re comfortable in - we’re just glad you’re here.
Our Easter services will last about an hour, and include congregational singing, Scripture reading, prayer, and a message from pastor Kevin celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
At The Free Church, we believe the church doesn’t just watch worship—we sing together. Expect a room full of voices lifting praise to God through hymns and songs celebrating the risen Christ.
This Easter also falls on Communion Sunday. During the service we will share in the Lord’s Supper, remembering Christ’s death and celebrating the new life made possible through His resurrection. Communion is open to all who trust in Jesus Christ as Savior, and Pastor Kevin will give simple instructions during the service.
Not at all. Whether you attend church regularly or have never been to one before, you are welcome here. Easter is a celebration of the good news that Jesus Christ rose from the dead, bringing forgiveness, hope, and new life to all who trust in Him.
The Free Church is located at 211 Arnold Ave N. Thief River Falls, Minnesota.
If you can’t attend in person, you can join us through our livestream on YouTube. Our Palm Sunday, Good Friday, and Easter 10:30am services will be streamed (not Sunrise service)