Mission Statement

Washington Evangelical Free Church exists to glorify God by presenting the gospel of Jesus and by developing mature Christians in and around Valparaiso in order to reach the world for Christ.

John 3:16 (NIV)

For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.

Our facilities

3805 LaPorte Ave.
Valparaiso, IN 46383
Phone: 219-462-1533
Fax: 219-531-9174

Pastor Jim Wellsand

My hope for WEFC: "The Lord's hand was with them, and a great number of people believed and turned to the Lord."
(Acts 11:21 NIV)

AWANA Club

AWANA children's ministry runs throughout the school year on Wednesday nights from 6-8 PM. To find out more information about what AWANA is, call the church or visit the following site: www.awana.com

VCA Elementary

We host Victory Christian Academy's elementary school. VCA is an independent, non-denominational Christian School serving Lake, Porter and LaPorte counties, offering classes for preschool through 12th grade. For more information, visit: www.vcacademy.info

Latest News

Angel Food Ministry

June pick up is this Saturday(27th),8:30-10:30. Bring a laundry basket or box to help carry your food. Come to the N.W. double glass door entry between the modular and the church building. Don't park in the parking zones. Line up, pick up your food and then pull straight out. This avoids being blocked in and having to wait to get out.

Looking For a Church Home in Valpo?

If you are searching for a church home, we would love to have you try us here at Washington Evangelical Free Church. We are Bible-based, Christ-centered and life-related in our approach to ministry. Please see our ministry goal tab.

Next Generation

Next Generation is geared for the 20's to 30's adults. Come join us Saturday evenings, 7 p.m. at the "Next Generation" coffee house and juice bar. Located at 114 Lincolnway in Valparaiso.

Sunday Morning Services

Worship Service 8 a.m. and 10:30. Come join us at either service and don't forget Sunday School at 9:15 a.m.

Bible Reading Form for 2009

You can systematically read through 3 chapters a day using the Bible that Pastor Brian offered or using the Bible Reading Record Form, or some other format. Be sure to let Pastor Jim know when you finish. Be a part of the Bible Reading Class of 2009.

Vacation Bible School

Vacation Bible School starts August 3-7th between 9 and 11:30 a.m. See JoAnn Elkins for volunteering or to help with donating food, helping with children, games, teaching, etc. and any other information.

Youth

There are no weekly meetings for the summer. Planned activities for July. On the 1st: Bowling at Inmans: 5-8 p.m. A $1 per game & a $1 for shoe rental. July 21st-Zao Island: 4-8 p.m. $10 for 3 bumper cars, 3 go karts, unlimitied golf and slide. $15 for 5 bumper cars, 5 go karts, unlimited golf & slide. Pay when you get there,see Shari. The youth group will have regular meeting on Sunday evenings 6-8 p.m. beginning in the fall. Teens are invited to come have some fun and be challenged about the things of God.

Lord's Supper

To be observed this Sunday after both Worship service's.

VCA Praise Team

VCA Praise Team will be sharing their songs with us on Sunday July 12th during the S.S.hour. Come join us and see what these young people have to share.

Women's Bible Study

The Ladies normally meet on Wednesdays at 11 a.m. in the Board Room, but will not be meeting now until after the summer months.

Quarterly Meeting

The Quarterly Meeting will be held on Sunday,July 26th.