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March 2017 Newsletter

Grace and peace in our Lord Jesus Christ!
 
As I write this, I sit in the place where my life and faith journey began. I am here to celebrate the life of a dear family member whose journey on this earth has come to a close and the journey of eternity in Christ's presence has begun. It's been a bit humbling to be in the cemetery of my home church, choosing a space for Gary but also realizing the need to have a spot designated for myself when that time comes in my life. Needless to say, it has called for reflection upon my own life journey and the path God has placed before me.
 
As I reflect on my life while walking the grounds to the spring at Caswell Springs UMC, it brings to mind the many experiences and people who have been an important part of my life's journey and answering God's call. Even as I reflect and grow a little nostalgic, there is also a clear sense of the pathway that began in this place but continues to call me forward to the place Christ leads me to be. God's call on my life seems to be new every day and his grace continues to shape me and lead me forward
 
The season of Lent is upon us and offers us the challenge to examine our own journey. It is a wonderful time to recall those who have shaped our faith journey and yet to also seek the pathway that He has laid before us. It is an opportunity to again affirm that God's call for us is new everyday as He leads us o the path to eternal life with Christ.
 
May you be called to a holy lent as we journey together down the Pathway Christ leads us on!
 
Blessings!
Your servant in Christ!
 
Chris

Rev. Chris Cumbest, Senior Pastor
ccumbest@crossgatesumc.org
WORSHIP
Worship with us Sundays in March at 8:30 AM & 10:30 AM
Click here to access our video archive of worship services.
GROW
Church-Wide
Joey Wilkinson
Director of Worship, Music and Communication
jwilkinson@crossgatesumc.org
FEBRUARY HONOR AND MEMORIAL GIFTS
KROGER COMMUNITY REWARDS PROGRAM 

In 2016, Crossgates UMC received $1,814 from Kroger just by you enrolling in the Community Rewards Program and choosing Crossgates UMC as your organization. All money
received by Kroger has and will be used to reduce our debt.

Your enrollment in Community Rewards needs to be renewed each year. If this is your first time or you are re-enrolling you can do so at:  www.krogercommunityrewards.com
 
Organization Name:          Crossgates United Methodist Church
Organization Number:      80858
 
This does not cost you anything and it does not take away from your gas points. If you have questions or need any help, contact Robin Jeffcoat @ 601-825-8677 ext.#16.


5:30-6:30 PM in the Activity Center
  If you haven't joined us on Wednesday nights yet, you've been missing out on great food and fellowship! Join us each Wednesday for an affordable meal for ALL ages!
 
$6 for Adults & Youth | 2 yrs & under eat free
$4 for 3yrs-6th grade | $20 max per family
 
Click here for the March menu.
Please note: There will be no Wednesday night dinner on March 15th.
Enjoy your Spring Break! 
Children
The Children's Ministry Team
Jennifer Mayeu, Carolyn Jones, Sheri Blankenship
children@crossgatesumc.org 

Youth
Taylor Leddy, Youth Director
youth@crossgatesumc.org
Adults
WITH THESE GREAT ADULT OPPORTUNITIES!
 
Forever Young meets for lunch on the second Thursday of each month. Join us on Thursday, March 9th @ 11:30 a.m. in the Activity Center Banquet Room to fellowship and grow with one another! Sign up sheet is available in the main hall. Cost is $5/person.

We really enjoyed skyping with John Shivers, author of our January selection, Repossessed. In February we started
The Nest by Cynthia D'Aprix Sweeney. Our next selection is
All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr.

All are welcome to join us & to offer book suggestions.


Pastor's Study meets each Monday in the Activity Center Banquet Room @ 10:00 AM. All are welcome to attend.

SERVE
March SOUL Saturday will be early in the month with 2 opportunities. Choose 1 or come to both!

1) STOP HUNGER NOW- Join our Tweens for a Stop Hunger Now Event @ 5:00PM, Friday, March 3rd @ Brandon 1st United Methodist Church gym.

2) CASE FOR SMILES- Join us for "Case for Smiles" on Saturday, March 4th from 9:00 a.m. to noon in the Activity Center. Bring sewing machines, sergers, irons and ironing boards and most of all invite friends. We will make bright colorful pillowcases for the children at Blair E. Batson.
GIVE
Support the Ministries of Crossgates UMC
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