CrossRoads Connect Weekly
New Series: Living Faithfully
This month, Pastor Jordan Cavanaugh begins a new series, Light in The Shadows, focusing on Elijah and Elisha—two men who followed God during a dark time in Biblical history. Though Elijah was a man “just like us,” God called him to be a light and speak truth to a wandering nation. Their stories remind us that God uses ordinary people for extraordinary purposes—and He can do the same through us today.
This Sunday, Pastor Jordan explores 1 Kings 17:9-24, where we first meet Elijah, a chosen man of God. In the middle of a drought, God sent Elijah to be taken care of by a desperate widow in Zarephath. With only a handful of flour and a few drops of oil, the widow faithfully made bread for Elijah and her family and they watched as God never let the supply run empty. But later when her son died suddenly, Elijah pleaded with God to raise him from the dead. In a stunning display of divine power, the boy was brought back to life leaving no doubt of God's power and ability to work through His chosen people, like Elijah.
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.
Brunch, Latte's, & Fellowship
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 time we will not be having soup but waffles with bacon, sausage, and fruit. After the 6pm service there's no meal, instead we will have treats and lattes in the Café. The Café is closed until we re-open after the 6pm service. Pay on the registration or in person.
Sunday, May 4, after each service in the Café/Gym
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!
Inspiring Stories & Pictures
The Uganda Team is back – come hear their story! Our Uganda Short Term Outreach team has returned, full of powerful stories, unforgettable moments, and a deep sense of how God worked in and through them during their time in Africa. You’re invited to join them as they share highlights, stunning photos, and personal testimonies of how God moved in their hearts and in the lives of those they met. This special presentation will take place during Soup's On—so grab your lunch and head to the Chapel for a meaningful, encouraging time together.
Sunday, May 4 at 12:30pm in the Chapel
Women Growing Together
The Rooted Women's Conference weekend offers a chance to connect with other women and dive deeper into our faith as we explore how God continues to redeem our stories. This year, we welcome our guest speaker and author, Carmen Imes. Drawing from the themes in her two latest books and an upcoming release, she’ll explore topics such as Bearing God's Name, Being God's Image, and Becoming God's Family. Together, we’ll dive into God’s character, our individual identity in Him, and our shared identity as the Church.
Alongside our guest speaker, we will have lots of time for connection and fun with breakout activities that will include opportunities to choose from different learning workshops, active games, and crafting. Join us for a weekend of great food, rounded fellowship, spiritual nourishment and even the ability to win prizes!
Friday, May 9 from 6-9pm & Saturday, May 10 from 9am-4pm in the Youth Centre.
Register by May 2.
Moms & Little Builders
Get ready to break ground on an afternoon of fun, laughter, and activities! Moms and their little builders (boys ages 3-4) are invited to a construction themed date, where you'll hammer out unforgettable memories together. From sock-war battles to constructing creative masterpieces with Legos and Lincoln Logs, this afternoon is packed with action! And of course, no construction zone is complete without a fuel-up at the snack station. This is the perfect opportunity for moms and sons to lay a strong foundation for a lifetime of fun together. So grab your hard hats and tool belts, and get ready for an exciting afternoon! Don’t miss out—this is one big build you won’t want to skip!
Saturday, May 3, 1:30-3:00pm in the Gym
Tickets: $10 per person
Support Young Families
It takes a village to raise a child, so we welcome friends, family, CrossRoads churchgoers, and non-churchgoers to gather in support of our young families during this special service. During this service we dedicate our children to God and allow Him to protect, provide, and help kids flourish into who they are meant to grow into. It is a declaration for each family to commit to raising children in Christ's name, and for us as a church family to support them. Please keep these families in your prayers as they get their children dedicated this week.
Names from left to right: Smith Family, Kreway Family, Muth Family, Southwell Family
Sunday, May 4 at 9am in the Chapel
Grief Support Group
Are you overwhelmed by the heaviness in your heart? GriefShare is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. You don’t have to go through the grieving process alone. This class meets weekly and is of a limited size to ensure confidentiality and connection. Workbook available in class for $35 (cash only).
Starts Tuesday, May 6, at 7pm in Room 108
This group will run every Tuesday for 13 weeks.
Are you new? This is for you!
If you've started attending CrossRoads Church in the past year, we'd love the chance to get to know you better. Come join us for a potluck-style lunch focused around conversation, connection and community.
We'd love to hear about you, and while we're together we'd love to tell you a little bit about ourselves as well. We'll share about who we are as a church and provide you with some tools to help you develop community here at CrossRoads.
Sunday, May 11, at 12:30pm in the Chapel
Sign up or drop-by!
Shape Our Church's Future
We invite you to attend our upcoming CORE Membership Class, an essential step for those wishing to deepen their commitment to our community! This class will not only introduce you to our vision and core values but also equip you with the knowledge and tools to actively participate in church decisions.
By becoming a voting member, you’ll have the opportunity to influence important matters that shape our church's future, including leadership selections and key church business. Your voice matters, and this is your chance to make it count!
Sunday, May 25, after each morning service, in the Chapel
Connect with New Moms
Are you a new mom or are you currently expecting? Join us for a drink and a treat and connect with other women in the same season of life. Swap stories, share tips, and find encouragement from moms who truly get it. Whether you're navigating sleepless nights or preparing for your little one's arrival, you're not alone. This is a place to build friendships, feel seen, and grow your village because motherhood is better together. This is a casual come and go event. Stay the whole time or only a few minutes - either way, we’d love to meet you!
Tuesday, June 3 at 9:30-11:00am in the Cafe
No registration - Come drop by!
Wild Adventure Kids Camp
Mark your calendars for the True North Kids Summer Camp: coming up on July 21–25!
Get ready for a fun adventure, where kids will discover they can trust Jesus in a wild world! Each day will be packed with immersive Bible experiences that help kids not just hear about God, but see Him, feel Him, and understand how He works in their everyday lives.
From hands-on experiments and high-energy worship, to delicious snacks and wilderness-themed fun, every part of camp is designed for fun and to help faith come alive. Campers will blaze new trails in unique workshops like Crafts, Music, MasterChef, and Bootcamp - each one designed to spark wonder, laughter, and learning about God in new ways.
Our camp is for kids in Kindergarten to Grade 6 (starting in September 2025).
July 21-25, 9:30am - 3:00pm in the Youth Center
COST: $120 per child
True North Camp t-shirt included & sibling discount available
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 & 10:30-11:00am (before the 9am service and between the 9 & 11am services).
Tuesdays: 9:00am - 3:00pm
Maternity Home Fundraiser
After a sold-out event last year, our partners at the Pregnancy Care Center are so excited to host their Ladies' Afternoon Tea Fundraiser to support the Aerie Maternity Home again this year! Enjoy an afternoon of tea, pastries, and inspiration as we raise funds to support the Aerie Maternity Home program. Don your English garden attire and enjoy an afternoon of elegance (fascinators and hats are encouraged). Together, we can raise funds to support the Aerie Maternity Home and provide a nurturing home that supports healthy pregnancy and positive parenting. Learn more about the Aerie Maternity Home.
Saturday, May 31 at 1:30pm-3:30 pm in the Chapel
Doors open at 1 pm
Tickets available on the Pregnancy Care Center website.
Drivers Needed
One of our Community Hope Partners, the Red Deer Dream Centre, is looking for volunteers who would be willing to drive clients to and from their appointments. This is not a daily commitment, and it is not on a set schedule so you can choose when you are available. If you enjoy driving, or enjoy new company, you'll enjoy this opportunity! The Dream Centre is in need of drivers who are available Monday through Friday during mornings and/or afternoons. If you are interested in volunteering in this way, email the Dream Center at info@rddc.ca or call them at (403) 986-0050.
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 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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Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." - Philippians 4:6
