Crosstown Connection

Crosstown Connection Oct 2- 8

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Sabbatical

Pastor John's 6-week Sabbatical is just around the corner. He will be gone Oct 4- Nov 14 for this first installment, and then take a second break in the summer.

Marathon Sunday Traffic

Just a heads up to plan your drive to church accordingly around the Twin Cities Marathon.

Overcomer

This Sunday we will hear the testimony of Tiffany Jacobsen as she moves forward in grace and forgiveness after being forced into sex slavery as a child.

And if you would be interested in learning more about human trafficking and how to end it, join Steph Paige on Wednesday nights at 6:30.

How can you help the church grow?

One easy way to help encourage people to check out Crosstown is to leave an online review.

What difference does that make? It makes a huge difference when we know that 78% of consumers will read reviews before they make a decision. People take positive reviews as more valuable and truthful about the organization than what the organization says about itself. Here are three locations (Yelp, Google, and LinkedIn) where you could leave a review of Crosstown, but there are obviously many more.

Yelp

Google

Prayer on Zoom

Are you looking for a way to infuse our congregation's mission and health with prayer? Are you in need of personal prayer? We are a group of believers who believe in the power of prayer! Join us as we gather to pray for each other, the congregation, the mission of the church, and local and global needs. Meeting times and Zoom links can be found in your app and on the prayer website page.

Have a prayer request? You can submit it on the prayer page, email the office, or text Polly. This request will be prayed for on Wednesday. Requests will not be sent out to the prayer chain unless specifically requested.

Searching for a New Director of Worship Arts

This week as we pause each day to pray for a Director of Worship Arts, let's begin by rejoicing in God's generosity in the words of Psalm 147:8-9

The Lord covers the heavens with clouds, provides rain for the earth, and makes the grass grow in mountain pastures.

He gives food to the wild animals and feeds the young ravens when they cry

the Lord's delight is in those who fear him, those who put their hope in his unfailing love.

As we ask for God's will and direction, let us pray "God, I ask you to guide me. As I listen, teach me to surrender my agenda, and to patiently trust in You with all my heart and lean not on my own understanding." (Proverbs 3:5)

Thank you for your prayers,

The Worship Director Search Committee

Dennis Olson (Deacon, Chair of Worship Search), Mark Ogawa (Elder), Mike Anderson (church chair), Kathy McGillivray (congo rep), Michelle Acosta (congo rep), Iris Smyth (congo rep), John Jacobi (pastor)

Job Description and Contact Form on Crosstown's Website

TreeHouse Transportation

Our group nearly doubled this summer and needs transportation help! Will you consider doing pick-up and/or drop-off on Tuesday nights? Qualifications include a love for teenagers and a clean driving record. Please contact Angie for details.

Helping Lois Host Refugees with Arrive Ministries

Lois Young has opened her home to host refugees in need. Please use this google form to learn how you can practically support her in this ministry.

MS Pizza Party

Middle schoolers, join us for pizza and games at the Ponces' yard! Invite your friends too!...

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HS Bowling

High schoolers, let's go bowling together! We'll cover the food and cost of the game. Bring your mask and $3.50 for shoes...

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Oct 10th is our last Sunday in the Sanctuary!

Funding Update

As of 21 Sept 2021, the Sanctuary Renovation Project (SRP) fund balance is $17,530.21, which is $8,605.00 above last month and about 44% of our capital campaign goal of $40,000. Thanks to those who have given one-time donations and those who continue to support the project with monthly contributions. If you would like to see us meet this goal soon, please consider a one-time contribution or a monthly offering to the SRP. We'll r

📅 Save the Date...

NENA Food Distribution Oct 6
Verbo all-church event Oct 9
Middle School Pizza Party Oct 9 info in link
High School Bowling Oct 9 info in link
Council Meeting Oct 11
NENA Food Distribution Oct 13
Middle School CPBC MEA Oct 20-22
High School CPBC MEA Oct 22-24
Congregational Meeting Oct 24
Family Work Day Nov 6

Event Request Form

Volunteer to Help with NENA Food

Office Hours

Tuesday-Friday 9:00-3:00

The office is closed on Mondays while Pastor John is on sabbatical. Pastor John is out of the office Oct 4-Nov 14.

COVID Policy Update

Due to the advance of COVID in our community, we are making the following adjustment: Per MDH & CDC guidelines, it is highly recommended that all able persons wear a mask while inside the Crosstown building.