CrossRoads Connect Weekly
Summer Sermon Series
This summer we are going through a series called, Parables - Truths Hidden in Plain Sight. This series will involve some Pastors from our teaching team along with a few guest speakers and they will help us discover the profound truths in Jesus' parables and how they apply to our lives today.
This Sunday, Pastor Denise Snyder is speaking based on Luke 6:46-49. This parable reflects on the importance of listening to and obeying Jesus' teachings, highlighting the consequences for those who don't. The story compares a wise man who builds his house on a solid foundation with a foolish man who builds his house without a foundation. One choice offers stability, while the other leads to destruction.
Everyone is welcome to worship with us in person this Sunday at 9am, 11am, or 6pm; or join us during the livestream at one of the morning services (visit the livestream page here) on our website. Find more info about Sunday services here.
Sermon Reflection Challenge
This Summer, we encourage you to take what you’ve learned from the sermon series, Parables - Truths Hidden in Plain Sight, and put it into action! As we go through the series, we want you to engage with the parables in a fun and interactive way. We’d love to hear about some of the things you've been learning and hearing from God, and how it is impacting you! Creativity is encouraged, but not required - be as extravagant or as simple as you'd like. We've already seen some amazing creations such as drawings, poems, some have shared about having a coffee with new people, some are even painting rocks with relevant Bible verses and leaving them around the city!
Get involved:
Post your reflection on Facebook or Instagram, tag us @crossroadschurchreddeer and use the hashtag #WearableParable.
Not into social media? Bring your entries to the church and pin them on our "Wearable Parable" wall in the Foyer.
Every person that participates in this challenge will be entered into a drawing to win two tickets on a hot air balloon ride at the end of the summer! Every entry is eligible, so post as many times as you like!
Find more details on this challenge at the Parables Resources page.
Let's Party, Tailgate Style!
Everyone is welcome to gather together as a church family and have some fun connecting at the 3rd Annual Tailgate Party! The Tailgate Party is an afternoon for all ages to enjoy different kinds of food, live music, fellowship, a bouncy castle, games and more!
HOW IT WORKS: Bring your favourite food or meal to share, pop open your tailgate, hatchback or trunk, and have fun mingling with the church family while sampling a variety of foods. Bring some outdoor activities to play at your station or on the field. Please note that there will be NO 6PM SERVICE on this day.
Sunday, August 11, 4pm - 7pm in the east parking lot & green space
Join the Kids Ministry Team!
We believe that serving is a big way we can worship and celebrate all the Lord has given us. By investing in our children we are thanking God for the blessing of having them, and investing into the future of the Kingdom. On top of those amazing things, serving provides an opportunity to be a part of an encouraging team and not only help children understand God's Truth, but help our own spirits to grow and flourish.
Do you feel called to get involved with this mission? Learn more about serving in ECM & Kids Ministry OR apply to serve here.
Seeking Group Facilitators
Small groups are one way for us to build friendships with others, to explore faith and to encourage one another. CrossRoads' Groups provide many different opportunities to find belonging, spiritual growth, and ways to serve the community.
Have you been positively impacted by joining a Group this year? We’re so thankful to each of our Group Facilitators for putting up their hand to lead and faithfully run their groups over this past year. If you’re interested in running a group this coming fall, we’d love to hear from you. Please fill out the following form: Host a Group!
HIGHLIGHTING: SERMON GROUPS
Sermon Groups are based around the current sermon series at CrossRoads Church. Joining others to study and discuss what is being taught is a good opportunity to take what we’ve learnt and find practical ways to apply these lessons alongside others. Check out what Sermon Groups are currently available.
Child Dedications: August 18
Dedication is an awesome event in the life of a family. When you have been blessed with a child, you will soon realize the need of your Heavenly Father. It takes a village to raise a child, your friends and faith friends will gather with you as you commit to raising your child to the best of your ability to know and love Jesus.
Sunday, August 18, 9am in the Chapel — or you can request an in-home date!
Register at crossroadschurch.ca/register
Visit the Café!
If you are looking for a comfortable atmosphere to catch up with friends, or simply enjoy a cup of coffee, come to the Café! This is a great space to hang out, read your bible, or even have a business meeting. Specialty hot and cold drinks, cookies & muffins and other baked treats are available. Ask about the punch cards — every 7th specialty beverage is free!
Café Hours:
Sundays: 8:30-9:05am & 10:30-11:10am (before the 9am service and between the 9 & 11am services).
Tuesdays: 8:30am - 3:00pm
*Note: The CrossRoads Café is closed on all Soup's On Sundays.
Soup for Sale! Would you like to enjoy some of the Soup's On meals at home? We sell 750ml containers of frozen soup leftovers for $7.50 each! Come by and see what flavours we have left!
Hurts, Habits & Hang-ups?
Searching for some spiritual nourishment and community connection this summer? Celebrate Recovery is a time to connect with God and join with others to find God’s healing power. The CR program has 8 Recovery Principals that softens our hearts to be changed by God and helps us grow spiritually and provide freedom from our destructive behaviours. If you are ready to work on your hurts, habits and hang-ups in a safe place, to experience transformation in your life with people who care, Celebrate Recovery is your place. Celebrate Recovery meets year-round (including through the Summer) every Friday night. It starts off with a shared meal at 6pm and moves into group gatherings at 7pm.
Fridays at 6pm in the Chapel
More details available at crossroadschurch.ca/celebraterecovery.
Youth-Family Nerf Fight
Get ready for a Youth Family Nerf Fight! Connect with other youth and their families while enjoying a potluck meal and a fun-filled Nerf gun fight. This is a great opportunity to mingle with new friends and families and get rooted deeper in the community before the start of the school year. Bring food to share - pop and water will be provided.
August 21 at 7pm at the east side field.
This summer we have been gathering with all youth (grade 7 to grade 11) on Wednesday nights at 7pm at different spots around Red Deer. Feel free to join us any week during the summer and be sure to join our What's App group(s) for more updates on upcoming youth events! Visit the Youth page for more.
Amazing Resources, FREE!
Looking for a convenient resource for deeper growth and connection? Discover RightNow Media, available at no cost to anyone at CrossRoads. Access over 25,000 Biblically-rooted videos and resources. Whether you're seeking personal growth or fostering connections with fellow believers, this platform equips you with another way to explore, learn, and grow in your relationship with God. Incorporate RightNow Media into your daily routine to enrich your life right at your fingertips!
RightNow Media includes:
• Content available for all group types and topics
• Audio-only mode (like a podcast or audiobook)
• Video chat & text to watch and discuss with groups
• Visit online or mobile app with downloadable content to use offline
To sign up for your free account, fill out the form HERE and receive full access!
Men's Retreat this Fall
Join us for Basecamp 2024 as we gather together as men of CrossRoads Church! From October 4th - October 6th we'll be gathering at River's Edge Camp & Retreat Centre with the goal of making memories, building community and strengthening our faith together. Throughout the weekend we'll be enjoying activities such as floor hockey, escape rooms, high ropes course and disc golf. We'll also hear some practical teaching and have plenty of free time to unwind. This is a great opportunity to disconnect from the busyness of life, connect with other men and walk out our faith together.
Early bird price is $175 until September 1st. After September 1st, registration is $195. Register at crossroadschurch.ca/register.
Supporting CrossRoads
To give to the ministry at CrossRoads and those we support, we encourage you to choose either of these options:
ONLINE BANKING: please contact finance@crossroadschurch.ca for your payee account number.
E-TRANSFER: please use giving@crossroadschurch.ca as the recipient. In the notes section of the e-transfer, specify where you would like the giving designated to: General, Missions or Building. If no designation is made, it will be allocated to the General Fund. To receive a year-end donation receipt, please also include your address in the notes section.
Other giving options can be found at crossroadschurch.ca/giving.
If You're New, Welcome!
If you have recently moved to Central Alberta or are newer to CrossRoads, we would love to get to know you! We can help you plug in, find friendship and connect in the CrossRoads community. Our Pastor of Community Life, Jordan Cavanaugh, would love to connect with you—email Jordan at jordanc@crossroadschurch.ca and tell him a little about yourself and your family.
You can also visit crossroadschurch.ca/welcome for a quick intro, or text 'welcome' to 1-833-313-1305 to start a conversation. So glad to have you with us!
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How Can We Pray For You?
Following each service, prayer team members are ready to pray with you. If you join us in person, prayer is available in the Sanctuary. If you're watching online, let us know your prayer request by sharing it here. Someone will then follow-up with you to pray together.
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." - Philippians 4:6
