Student Ministries Newsletter
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Hey!
I am so excited to share with you a powerful story from Steve, Amy, Mason, and Mary Sergi who experienced the Confirmation Passage in January. Passages are a unique and transformative aspect of the Crossroads Community- setting aside time for families and individuals to learn, reflect, and grow deeper in the compassion, forgiveness, service, and wisdom of Jesus.
These passages include Baptism, 3rd Grade Bibles, 5th to 6th Grade Crossover, Graduation, Rites of Passage for adult men and women, and of course, Confirmation.
Registration for Confirmation is currently open to any high school student interested in intentional time around personally owning their faith and living in the way of Jesus in their everyday lives. It provides resources to deepen their love for God, others, and self through questions, service, and the ongoing support found in the family and in a Christian community.
If you are interested in Confirmation, please reach out or attend one of our Information Sessions on
November 19 or
December 8.
There are other fun upcoming events for students and families detailed below the Sergi Family's story. Enjoy!
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Erin
(703) 229-3649 (call or text)
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The Sergi Family's Story of Transformation
Steve, Amy, Mason (12th grade), and Mary (11th grade)
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"Trying to find two days – how about two hours – alone with your wife and kids without distraction might sound impossible. But we committed to the Confirmation Retreat in 2019 and never looked back." - Steve Sergi
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"Honestly the whole Confirmation process was unique and memorable! It was so special to share this experience with them and
I feel the retreat brought our family closer together!
Nearly a year later, I keep coming back to special memories on our retreat. Specifically, I remember sharing our personal blessings with one another and how special that was. It was the middle of January, we were outside, and I remember all of it.
I 100% would recommend all families participate in this moving spiritual experience."
- Amy
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“I was nervous when I first arrived to the Confirmation Retreat, but I was expecting to get closer to Christ during the journey.
It was a great experience that I’ll never forget.
I felt so free not using my phone for two days and focusing on what’s most important. I encourage other kids to participate in the Confirmation process because it’s a fun time to enjoy with new people while worshiping Christ.
The Confirmation Retreat was amazing and it made me have a different perspective on life. Amen!"
- Mason
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"My favorite part of the weekend was
no cell phones
for anyone.
Being in the mountains with our kids reaching deep into their hearts to share their fears, stresses, and joys made for a Confirmation Weekend we will treasure forever..." - Steve
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“Honestly I had no idea what to expect for the retreat. I didn’t understand what we were going to do or learn.
Turns out I made so many memories on the retreat! I loved the nature walks and seeing the beauty in nature. The views were incredible. I loved meeting new people who I now call my friends. I also enjoyed the bonfires and unique crafts we made that I can keep forever.
This retreat impacted my life because I will never forget the memories I made that weekend. Everything about the retreat was such a blessing and kind of hard to describe. I realized so many things that I didn’t think were possible. I’m so grateful I had the opportunity to commit to this journey and go on the retreat.
I recommend Confirmation to anyone who hasn’t been Confirmed.
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...It’s truly a blessing and you won’t regret it!" - Mary Ann Sergi
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Friendsgiving Intersect Gatherings
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10:00a- Breakfast for Middle Schoolers and families
6:30p- Dinner for High Schoolers and families
CUMC Basement
On November 24th, we will be inviting family members (parents, siblings, and extended family) to join our students in their Intersect gatherings for a delicious meal, family teaching on gratitude, and meaningful table conversation with other Crossroads Student Ministry families.
This will be an intentional time to get to know other families in our community and enjoy a memorable meal with your student. All are welcome!
Register
here so we have plenty of food!
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Tuesday, November 26, 6:30p-midnight
CUMC Basement
9th- 12th graders are invited for an awesome night of fun and craziness at Crossroads! Each event will include pizza, snacks, Nintendo Switch on the projector, games, Church-wide Hide and Go Seek, and a group outing. At this event, we will be going to play Laser Tag at Ultrazone Laser Tag!
Register
here. $15/student
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Tuesday, December 3, 7:00-8:15p
CUMC Basement
Middle and High School students are invited to join teen yoga teacher
Nancy McGovern for a Yoga Workshop to learn some practices to help slow down, calm anxious minds, and reconnect with ourselves and others.
During this time, parents are invited to gather separately for a conversation guided by Erin Videgar-Laird and Cathy Norman around helping your teen and family find rest, simplicity, and encouragement through Conscious Parenting principles.
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