Crosstown Connection

Crosstown Connection Sept 19-25

We desire to activate our power to pray, and our desire to grow community in our WHOLE congregation - both virtual and in-person. We want families to be covered in prayer this year and to know that they are not alone, but that the whole church family is cheering them on!

As we begin this school year, we are seeking to both cover our families in prayer and build each up! Would you join us by adopting one of our families for this semester?

In adopting a family, you commit to:

1- Pray for them! You commit to pray for both parents and children as they navigate this semester of learning.

2 - Encourage and support them. We encourage you to find various ways to bless this family with words of encouragement, as well as other acts of kindness.

Adopt A Family

Encourage!

Our current sermon series is two weeks of encouragement. In this season of emotional stress, how can we come together to support each other? How are we to be the church?

We invite you to utilize a Post-it note. Leave a note of encouragement for someone. We even have daily notes of encouragement on our facebook page. Share it with someone.

Sept 27th we will look at Hebrews 10:25 "And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do, but encourage one another, especially now that the day of his return is drawing near."

Find out more information about Wednesday Nights

Youth Ministry

During youth group, our 6-12 graders connect with God and others through games, Biblical teaching, and small group community. Our vision is to nurture life-long faith that not only hears God's Word but puts it into practice. Due to Covid-19, we'll meet outside in the Crosstown garage for as long as weather permits. Bring your own lawn chair and mask.

Children's Ministry

Families Together is the new initiative to replace Kids Too! during this pandemic season. Families will meet the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of each month. Families will gather and sit together in the sanctuary for 45 minutes of music, games, lessons, and fun. This will follow all the Covid-19 safety regulations.

Adult Ministry

This disciple-building process will include listening, learning, and lamenting as we read through Jemar Tisby's book "Color of Compromise" so that we can advance as followers of Jesus who are engaging with Jesus’ call to work against racism. There will be two participation options: in person and on Zoom.

it all starts Sept 23rd at 6:30pm!

Church Retreat

Church retreat is here! Time for some fun, a couple fires, games, teaching, worship, prayer and more. It's not McGregor but it's still going to be good.

Didn't register yet? We can still fit you in.

Church Retreat Information

Bible Study- Sept 23

Wednesday Bible Study at 10:00am has begun! It was great to welcome 15 friends equally split between in person and online. Each week we’ll gather both on Zoom and in person to hear faith-filled music, pray together, and explore God’s Word. The morning will begin with Lois Young leading from the piano. She will share from some of the great hymns and songs of our faith. After a time of prayer for others, Pastor John will lead us on a “deep dive” into Scripture. Please note that these gatherings will take place in the downstairs Youth Room. All in attendance are asked to wear a mask and insure 6’ of distance from others. No food or beverages will be served.

Join Bible Study on Zoom

TreeHouse- Sept 22

"Hopelessness is becoming a defining story of this generation. That’s why TreeHouse is on a mission to end hopelessness among teens. Because we love teens and believe when they know their God-given value, it unleashes untold potential in their lives and our communities." Crosstown's TreeHouse site is returning on Tuesday, Sept 22 at 7:00pm. Please contact Angie for meeting details, angie@crosstowncovenant.org.

Support Group is a time when youth give voice to the struggles they're facing and talk about what's really going on in their lives. We start by hanging out, follow that with a brief lesson, then break into support group. This is a free, drop-in program. No pre-registration needed. We plan to meet outside for as long as weather permits. Unfortunately, we don't provide transportation or a meal at this time due to Covid-19.

Scholarship Awarded

We would like to celebrate Thomas Ritter as the 2020 recipient of the Katherine Lillehei Medical Scholarship Fund. The purpose of the scholarship is to encourage faith-filled members to pursue careers in the field of medicine. This includes doctors, nurses, physician’s assistants, nursing assistants, psychiatrists and other caregivers. This scholarship is for education of current practitioners as well as those still considering a career in medicine. Thomas is pursuing an education in the medical profession as a doctor. Please encourage Thomas via email as he continues his educational journey. His email address is Thomas.e.ritter@gmail.com.

Retirement of Colin and Dee Murphy

This month Colin and Dee Murphy will be retiring from ministry with Wycliffe. Please see their website newsletter for more information. The Missions Commission will be sending a gift of acknowledgement to them from Crosstown, but we also encourage you to send a card thanking them for their 41 years of ministry. Cards can be mailed to their new address.

900 Loma Colorado Blvd NE, #4109

Rio Rancho, NM 87124

Every Man A Warrior

EMAW discipleship study will be offered again this October to the men of Crosstown Church [and their friends].

This study helps men succeed in life! It's relevant, recounting the stories of real men dealing with real-life struggles and revealing how God has solutions. No man wants to fail! This course is designed to equip men with the essential skills to fight and win the battles of walking with God, marriage, raising children, money, sex, work, hard times, and making your life count.

To inquire more contact Bruce Knutson at bcknutson@gmail.com or call/text 952-454-3067 by September 27. Times and dates of study will be worked out after all who are interested contact Bruce.

Gideon

The Tuesday morning women's Bible study group will be starting a new series in October. They will be studying Priscilla Shirer's book on Gideon. There will be a video component that you can watch at home and a book. The group meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month at 9:00. If you are interested in joining please contact Lois Young to RSVP and get book information. loismusicyoung@gmail.com

Women's Outing- Sept 24

Ladies let's meet at Minnehaha Falls for a picnic Thursday, Sept 24 at 6:00pm. You can make a takeout order at Sea Salt or bring your own grub. Catch up on events and maybe even take a walk. Text Kristi 612-501-7192 to meet.