"David, just have faith." I can't tell you how many times I have heard that before. And I am going to assume that you have probably heard it as well. As good as that sounds I have often wondered, what does that mean,"Just have faith"?
That's such a great question that we're going to talk about in our Sunday gathering this week. We have put together a very meaningful, inspirational, soul-searching, life-giving experience around the question of faith. I can assure you that faith is more than just an intellectual ascent to a particular belief. Faith is the very core of our existence. And when we connect to that deepest core we are given an unwavering hope for the future.
I am hoping you can come and be part of this great experience.
There are so many ways to connect with God through acts of service in our everyday lives. Please take some time to read through and respond to the opportunities being offered below.
A date that I want you to put on your calendar is the fall TREK Leadership gathering coming up on November 10th. (See below) This is not just for church leaders. This is for everyone. Why? Because everyone is a leader.
Many of you who have attended these gatherings in the past keep coming back because they are fun, inspiring, communal, and a time for families to gather for a meal together right after Sunday worship, Crossroads Kids and Intersect. After the meal the children will have their own time of learning with TREK activities and more while the adults will join in a time of interactive learning about SERVE as a lifestyle. I am really hoping you can attend this next TREK gathering.
May you receive the blessings of God in both the good and hard times of life. They are there just waiting to be incorporated into who you really are. You are a beloved child of God.
See you soon,
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PFLAG
Tuesday, October 22, 7:00 - 8:30 pm
LGBTQ+ adults, youth, parents, families and allies are invited to attend monthly meetings of the newly formed Loudoun chapter of PFLAG. All are welcome to express needs, fears, questions and offer support in a compassionate, caring, and safe environment. PFLAG Loudoun is a local chapter of a national non-profit organization that provides support, education and advocacy. If you or someone you care about is LGBTQA+ we invite you to join us! Meetings are free of charge.
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Heroic Journey Retreat
Sunday, October 27, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
@ Blueridge Summit Retreat
This time is designed for those who are unable to take part in a small group but still benefit from the transforming Heroic Journey materials. There is no charge for this retreat as the retreat property is a gift of love and service to the Crossroads and Imagine community.
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Warming the Homeless
Crossroads is once again gearing up for our Annual Warming the Homeless, “Coats and Boots” mission. Coats and boots will be distributed to our friends in Franklin Park, in Northwest DC, on November 3rd.
You can get involved by donating new boots sizes 8-13 (we’ll need a few 14-15) as well as jackets/parkas (90% men apparel) in LG through XXXLG. You can also make a monetary donation to Crossroads marked “Warming the Homeless” during worship on Sundays or
on our webpage
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Support Our Staff
Are you a "people person" looking to give back to our church? Consider joining the Staff Relations Team (SRT), the purpose for which is to encourage, strengthen, nurture, and oversee the paid staff of our church. Time commitment includes monthly meetings and occasional gatherings with staff. Interested? Contact
Cheryl Carey
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Couples Enrichment Workshop
November 15-16 @ Crossroads
In this workshop you will learn how to create the "couple bubble" that allows for meaningful connection, sense of trust and a secure relationship. You will also understand what's behind your cycle of conflict, discover new ways of handling conflict, and more.
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Ashburn Farm 10k/5k/2k
Thanksgiving Day
Whether you run to win, run for fun, run to support a good cause, or run just because you want a guilt-free day of eating - plan to join us for the 26th Annual Ashburn Farm 10K/5K and 2K Fun Run Thanksgiving Day races! Proceeds from the races continue to educate Ugandan children who live in poverty and are extremely vulnerable.
Volunteers needed on race day and before to help organize and prepare for this event.
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Native Plant of the Week
Christmas Fern
A plant from Crossroads' Native Plant Garden will be highlighted here each week. This is designed to help us all get acquainted with some of the many different native plants available to us, their importance in nature and where to plant them.
The native plant of the week is the Christmas Fern.
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Adult Groups
Women's Bible Study meets Tuesday mornings from 9:30-11 am.
Men's Tuesday morning small group with coffee meets from 6:15-7:30 am.
Learn more here.
Pub Theology meets every other Monday from 8-9:30 pm.
Women, Wisdom, and Wine meets 2nd Wednesday of the month from 7-9 pm.
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Nature and Soul Events
Check out these amazing Nature and Soul Events:
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Imagine Well Being
Cultivating wholeness in body, mind and soul!
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Crossroads Kids (Nursery - 5th Grade)
Children will meet in their classrooms at 10 am this Sunday!
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Intersect for Students (Middle and High School)
Middle School Students will meet in the Discipleship Room at 10 am on Sunday morning. High School Students are invited to join their families for worship on Sunday morning and Intersect on Sunday evening from 6:30-8 pm!
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Prayer Requests on the Crossroads Website
Reminder: Our website has a page where you can submit a prayer request. This is also a page you can visit to pray for others.
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Quick and Easy Daily Spiritual Resources
- GOTGo App - Download from your app store by searching Crossroads GOTGo
- Daily Texts - Text crossroads to 41411 to receive inspirational texts each day
- Daily Reflection on Scripture - Sign up here
- Sunday Message Podcast- Subscribe at iTunes or on the GOTGo app
- Kirk Martin, Celebrate Calm- Helpful resource for parents. Click here for more info.
- Facebook - facebook.com/crossroadsnova
- Website - crossroadsnova.org
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703-729-5100 / www.crossroadsnova.org
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