CrossRoads Connect Weekly
Psalms Series
Beginning February 1st through Good Friday, join us for a winter series, "Psalms: The Way of Life," a deep dive into the whole Book of Psalms. Discover how the Psalms shape our thinking, prayer, praise, and character through every season of life, reveal Jesus throughout Scripture, and guide us toward a life after God's own heart.
This week Pastor Dan Cochrane will be looking at the Psalms and how they can affect every aspect of our lives. From Psalms of thanksgiving and lament to petition and confession. Let's discover the Psalms in a new or fresh way as we study them as individuals and together.
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.
A Sacred Space
We invite each person to take a break from the busyness of life and focus on prayer during this season of Lent. You can pray from home, at the park, in a Café, or even here at CrossRoads. The Prayer Room will be available with interactive stations designed to help guide you in prayer through Psalm 23. We can't wait to see how God moves, not only in our lives, but in our hearts, our faith, and our community!
Prayer Room Hours:
Sunday, February 15 to Sunday, April 5.
Open Monday- Friday, during regular office hours: 8:30am-4:30pm
Strengthen Your Marriage
Are you craving a deeper bond with your spouse? Are you wanting to repair what has been broken or what is starting to break? The Marriage Course encourages you to set aside one night a week for 7 weeks to reinforce and build stronger bonds in your marriage. Enjoy a romantic dinner and video series with your partner as we walk through guided, honest, and private discussions with input from leading global relationship experts, psychologists, authors and psychosexual specialists. From problems of the past, present, or future, our mission is to provide resources to help you learn how to deal with them. It’ll be your marriage, but better.
Weekly on Wednesdays at 6:30pm (Dinner included)
Cost: $150/couple (Subsidy provided if needed)
Runs: February 11, 2026 - April 1, 2026
Donate Bottles for Missions
We are grateful to have the opportunity to collect bottle donations for use by our Missions department. Your donations provide funds to support a variety of needs for local & global outreach. The collection trailer will be parked on the east side (right) of the main entrance and will be open for your donations between 8:30am and 7pm the second Sunday of every month.
Next Date: Sunday, February 8.
Prayer & Worship Night
Gather with us as a church family for a Worship & Prayer Night. This will be a meaningful evening to slow down, worship together, and spend intentional time in prayer. As we come together, we’ll reflect on Psalm 23 and the beautiful picture of the Lord as our Shepherd, one who leads us, provides for us, and walks with us through every season of life. Whether you’re feeling strong, weary, or somewhere in between, this night is an invitation to rest in God’s presence and be renewed.
Wednesday, February 18, 7:00pm, in the Worship Room.
Special Connections
Seeking a community of people who walk similar paths in life? Join this group and gather monthly for a time of fun activities and fellowship with others who have special needs, or if you’re a family member or a dedicated worker. Come ready to enjoy yourself and make meaningful connections with others! Join us once a month, from 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm, on third Sunday of the month. Sign up is not required, just drop by! Please contact Pastor Dave at davem@crossroadschurch.ca with any questions.
Sunday, February 15, 3pm in Room 109. Caregivers are invited to meet at the same time in Room 104.
Attention 55+ Community!
This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with others monthly and enjoy delicious food prepared by the CrossRoads kitchen. The cost is $12 per person, payable at the door. This month, Pastor Tracy will be speaking on Missions and our part as CrossRoads family. For more information, please contact Kimberley at 403-347-6425 or kimberleyc@crossroadschurch.ca.
Thursday, February 19, 12-2:00pm in the Chapel.
Global Impact Team
We are commissioning our next Global Impact Team of 11 before they head to Uganda. from March 3–17, to partner with International Needs. The team, including Pastor Jordan Cavanaugh, will help lead a pastors’ conference, a Women’s Conference, and support teachers and students, please join us in holding them in your prayers as they serve.
Sunday, February 22, during all services.
30 Days of Prayer: Canada
For over 30 years, Christians around the world have set aside time during Ramadan (Feb 18-Mar 20) to pray for Muslim peoples as an act of love: asking God to reveal Himself and meet them where they are. Each week, we’ll highlight one people group for focused prayer. The full prayer booklet is available at the Missions Kiosk, or you can request a digital copy at missions@crossroadschurch.ca.
This Week’s Prayer Focus:
Muslims in Canada, who now make up nearly 5% of the population. This week’s story shares how Nadine, raised Muslim, encountered Jesus through the invitation of a friend and the book No God but One, leading her to place her faith in Christ.
Prayer Points
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Pray that churches across Canada would reach Muslim neighbours with prayer and love.
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Ask God to help Christians open their homes and show hospitality to Muslim families.
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Pray that God would draw the families and friends of former Muslims to Himself.
Encouraging Story Share
Hope Ministries invites you to a special Soup & Story event with Jamie Coverdale. Jamie will courageously share his journey through the challenges of cancer, the moments that tested his faith, and the hope and strength he discovered in Jesus along the way. His story is a powerful reminder of resilience, faith, and the ways God meets us in our darkest seasons. You're invited to join us for fellowship, warm soup from Soup's On, and an inspiring story that will encourage and uplift your spirit.
Lunch & Learn: Anton Beukes
You’re invited to pause, listen, and be encouraged by what God is doing beyond our walls with Anton Beukes. Join us during Soup's On, to hear how lives are being impacted through ministry in Greece. Anton will share stories of hope, faith, and the ways God is at work in everyday moments, reminding us that the Church is alive and active around the world. This is a meaningful chance for you to connect with the bigger picture of God’s mission and be inspired by how He is moving through faithful obedience.
Space is limited, so please RSVP to missions@crossroadschurch.ca to reserve your spot.
Sunday, March 1, 12:30pm in the Trestle Room.
Preparation for Marriage
The Engaged Encounter weekend condenses 10 weeks of pre-marriage counselling into 48 hours. Engaged Encounter focuses on how to communicate well with your partner. Learn from a team of married couples as they present on various topics such as marriage hot spots, conflict styles, finances, decision making, sex, and the art of listening. You will hear the presentations in a group setting and then have private time with your fiancé to discuss each topic as it applies to your own relationship. There is no group discussion. Set aside your wedding planning for a weekend, and take some time away to focus on establishing your marriage, it's well worth it!
Cost: $380 per couple (subsidies available).
April 24 - 26, 2026 at Rivers Edge Camp
Women's Retreat
Up-Rooted - we're packing our bags and taking our Rooted Women's conference out of town! You're invited to a retreat weekend away. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with other women, grow in community, and dive deeper into our faith. You can expect fantastic company, delicious food, fun activities, times of learning and worship, plenty of down time to relax.
May 29-31, River's Edge Camp & Retreat Centre.
Employment Opportunity
Senior High Youth Pastor: Full Time
CrossRoads Church is prayerfully seeking a Senior High Youth Pastor who is passionate about helping students grow in their faith and understand who God has created them to be. This role is ideal for a strategic, engaging leader with strong teaching skills who thrives in a team environment and loves building meaningful relationships.
The Senior High Youth Pastor will lead and develop a dedicated team of youth leaders, fostering a ministry marked by energy, connection, laughter, and meaningful memories. They will champion both deep inner spiritual growth and an outward-focused faith, helping students follow Jesus in everyday life.
Pantry Restock
Caring for others with food hampers is a blessing! These food hampers are given to those in need of basic food staples, most often given to single parent families, through school counsellors or ministry leaders. Every donation that goes into a food hamper is a response to caring for those in our community and being the hands and feet of Jesus!
Current needs include: jam and peanut butter, canned meat, pasta sauce, Kraft Dinner, and tinned meals such as chili and stew.
If you would like to donate, visit the Café and drop off your items in the large grey donation bin. Thank you for your support!
Join our Safety Team
We’re looking for caring, dependable volunteers to serve on our Safety Teams, helping create a safe and welcoming environment for our church family. Medical or security experience welcomed. Serve about once a month.
Hot Drinks, Treats, & Soup!
Looking for a cozy spot to catch up with friends or simply enjoy a warm drink? The Café has you covered with specialty hot and cold drinks, fresh baked treats, and delicious soup! Want to take the flavors of Soup’s On home? We sell 750ml containers of leftover frozen soup for $7.50 each.
Updated Café Hours
Sundays: 8:30-9:00am & 10:30-11:00am (before the 9am service and between the 9 & 11am services).
Tuesdays: 9:00am-7pm.
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
Support Our Community Partners
Walking Together for Hope
Our community needs you! Participants, supporters and volunteers needed! The Mustard Seed in Red Deer and The Red Deer Foodbank are teaming up to raise awareness and funds. 'The Coldest Night of the Year' is a family-friendly walk in support of those experiencing hurt, hunger, and homelessness. Contact JonathanHildebrandt@theseed.ca for any questions you may have.
Saturday, February 28, registration at 4pm, walk begins at 5pm at Central Middle School.
Now Hiring
Equip Leadership Canada: part-time Media and Office Coordinator (up to 20 hours/week, remote). This independent contractor role supports administration, communications, social media, and donor relations in alignment with our mission to equip leaders through Gospel-centered, Spirit-led formation. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents (Alberta preferred). For more information or to apply, contact admin@equipleadership.ca.
Hope Mission Red Deer: full-time Family Support Worker to join their Prevention Team in Red Deer for a 1-year contract position, based at Hope Mission Red Deer. This position supports the Mission’s work as a non-denominational Christian organization serving communities across Alberta.
