CrossRoads Connect Weekly
Authentic Endings
This Sunday, Pastor Jordan Cavanaugh will be speaking on Authentic Endings, focusing on embracing the conclusion of the Book of Acts with faith and purpose. Using Acts 28:28-31 as our guiding Scripture, he will challenge us to trust in God's ongoing mission, inspired by the apostles' bold and authentic witness to the very end.
Everyone is welcome to worship in person this Sunday at 9am, 11am, or 6pm, or join the livestream at one of the morning services. Join us online by visiting the livestream page, or find more info at crossroadschurch.ca/sunday.
Celebrating Faith
On Sunday, November 16th, we celebrated 39 people taking the step of baptism: publicly committing their lives to follow Jesus.
The week before, on November 9th, six families dedicated seven children to the Lord, trusting Him to guide and strengthen them as they raise their little ones in His love.
We invite you to join us in prayer for all those baptized and for the families who dedicated their children. Pray that God would continue to work in their hearts, strengthen their faith, and bless them abundantly as they follow Him and nurture the next generation.
Hope in the Holidays
Join us for an evening of music and encouragement as we come together to recognize the weight of grief, especially during the holiday season, when such burdens can feel even heavier. Hope in the Holidays is an evening filled with uplifting music, heartfelt storytelling, and a message of hope. Our special guest, Marlene Woolward, will share her personal journey of love, loss, and transformation, inspiring us with how faith helped her find resilience and hope on the other side.
You are invited to experience this meaningful evening with us, where community and support remind us that we are not alone in this journey. A dessert, coffee, and tea reception will follow the service.
Wednesday, December 3, at 7pm in the Sanctuary.
Mission Team
Please lift up our team of seven as they depart for Rwanda this Sunday! The team consists of the team leaders: Richard Vander Leek and Heather Carson, along with members: Adam Minke, Bernie TenHove, Brent Carson, David Garwood, Esteban Frayjo. They will be in Rwanda until December 4th, partnering with our longtime friends at World Relief. Their activities will include meeting with pastors, home visits, community work alongside pastors and leaders, speaking at a rural church, visiting volunteers in Kigeme Refugee Camp, and much more. Pray that they will be a source of encouragement and a blessing in every space they enter. Please keep them in your prayers as they travel and explore the beautiful country of Rwanda.
Food, Fellowship & Brunch
Soup's On is a wonderful opportunity to get connected with new people; whether they are new to CrossRoads Church, or just new to you. So spread the word, invite friends, family, or strangers: maybe invite someone new you met during the service! This month's meal is brunch: with waffles, sausage, bacon and fruit. After the 6pm service join us for treats instead of brunch. The Café will be closed during the morning and afternoon, and will open after the 6pm service. Pay online or in person.
Cost is $5/person (ages 5 & under free).
Family of 4 or more (if over age of 5) is capped at $20.
No registration for 6pm service - Just drop by!
Sunday, December 7, after each service in the Café/Gym.
Compassion Kick-off
During the Advent season, we pause to highlight our local and global compassion partners. Each Christmas Eve, we receive a special offering to support the work being done in Haiti, Uganda, Rwanda, and right here in our own city and region. In the same way God gave His Son to us, we give our gifts to others. We call it Compassion.
This year's theme is "Blessed to be a Blessing". Through Scripture, we recognize that every blessing God gives us is meant to flow through us. When we share what God has given us—our resources, our prayers, our time—we become part of something much bigger than ourselves. Together, we are living out God’s call in Genesis 12:2-3 that began with Abraham: “I will make you into a great nation, and I will bless you; I will make your name great, and you will be a blessing ... and all peoples on earth will be blessed through you.”
Compassion Campaign launches November 30.
Prayer for the Nations
Commission to Every Nation supports missionaries to fulfill the unique vision God has given through administrative support and pastoral care. Heath and Mariko serve in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside, an area deeply impacted by addiction, homelessness, and poverty. Through the newly established Urban Chapel, Heath provides chaplaincy, leads Bible studies, cooks community meals, and walks alongside individuals navigating daily challenges like housing and health. Together, they share God’s love in practical, compassionate ways.
Prayer Points:
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Pray that the light of the Gospel would break through the spiritual darkness in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside.
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Pray for the ministry of the new church plant, Urban Chapel, as they partner with Jacob’s Well and serve their community with grace and hope.
To learn more about Heath and Mariko’s ministry, visit the Missions Kiosk in the Café or check out their information online.
Current Serve Needs
We’re excited about all God is doing in and through our church family, and we’d love for you to be part of it! There are many ways to serve this season, and no matter your gifts or availability, there’s a place for you on the team.
Here are two key areas where we need your help:
- Pew Stocking Team:
If you love to serve behind the scenes or prefer a flexible schedule, this is a great fit! The Pew Stocking Team quietly but powerfully blesses our church by keeping pews stocked, organized, and ready for Sunday mornings.
To learn more, contact Mandy at: mandyp@crossroadschurch.ca. - Single Moms Ministry Support:
Help support our vibrant Single Moms Ministry by caring for children while their moms gather for learning, prayer, and community. This group meets once a month on Friday evenings — a small time commitment that makes a big difference!
For more details, contact Mary at: mkappleton@gmail.com.
Would you prayerfully consider where you could step in and serve? Your time and heart make a lasting difference.
Marriage Weekend
Save the date! This weekend is a special and unique time away for you and your spouse to dedicate 48 hours to focus on your relationship. Join a team of married couples as they present on various topics, God's biblical principles, and their real-life experiences. The weekend includes time together at a beautiful retreat center dedicated to learning techniques for a healthy marriage. Use this time with your spouse to explore and strengthen your marriage.
January 23-25, 2026 at Sanctum Retreat Center near Caroline. Cost of $350.
Encouraging God Stories
Pick up the fall edition of The Scribe today! In this edition, read Doug's inspiring story of his battle through grief, and how his life has gone from mourning to meaning. Wes & Katie Peacock share their incredible story of 40 years working to translate the Bible in Ghana -- amazing! Find out why Basecamp is meeting the needs for men's ministry, meet a CrossRoads staffer who has a heart for the facilities, and so much more!
This edition is filled with authentic, up-close stories of God at work; powerful moments from right within our church family! Pick up your free copy of The Scribe this Sunday in the Foyer or read it online. We hope you will be encouraged by what God is continuing to do at CrossRoads Church.
Hot Drinks, Treats, & Soup!
Looking for a comfortable atmosphere to catch up with friends, or simply enjoy a cup of coffee? The Café offers specialty hot or cold drinks, and baked treats for you to enjoy! Soup is also available to buy in the Café so if you would like to enjoy the flavours of Soup's On in your home, come see what we have left. We sell 750ml containers of frozen soup leftovers for $7.50 each.
Café Hours:
Sundays: 8:30-9:00am & 10:15-11:00am (before the 9am service and between the 9 & 11am services).
NEW Tuesday Hours: 8:30am-7:00pm (all menu options available for purchase)
Note: Closed Sundays when Soups On Sundays event is scheduled.
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.
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 Discipleship & Community Life, Denise Snyder, would love to connect with you - email her at: denises@crossroadschurch.ca and tell her 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
