Crosstown Connection

Crosstown Connection July 30 - Aug 6

Ladies Potluck Aug 4

It's a ladies-only gathering at Kathleen Lindahl's home!

This is a wonderful opportunity to get together, connect and have fun. Bring a dish to share and Kathleen will have beverages and paper products. Plan to join us Wednesday, Aug 4th at 5:00pm.

Invitation to Jesus' Table Aug 1

One glorious demonstration of Jesus' grace and mercy is found in the Communion meal. On Sunday we will be invited to participate in this celebration of Jesus' body broken and His blood shed. If you worship on the livestream, we invite you to prepare elements at home or ask for Communion pods. If you worship in person, we'll be invited to come forward and receive this meal from our Lord and Savior.

Covenant World Relief and Development

On Sunday, August 15 we welcome Nils to share with us about his ministry with CWRD.

"According to the United Nations, more than 6 million people - over half of the country's (South Sudan) population - are facing emergency food insecurity levels this year." Read more from the CWRD Update

NENA Kickball Cheering Needed

July 31

This Saturday morning stop by the Keewaydin Park ball fields to cheer on the Crosstown kickball team. Wear your Crosstown spirit!

Wednesday Bible Study Guest

Aug 4

The 10:00am Wednesday Bible study on August 4th will be led by Mark Anderson. The meeting will be on Zoom only. This is a great opportunity to hear an update from our missionary who serves with Barnabas International.

Baptism

Have you been considering being baptized? Have you recently made a life commitment to follow Jesus as your Lord? We would love to hear about it and celebrate. Please contact Pastor John.

What does the Evangelical Covenant Church believe about baptism? Learn more here.

You're the One Who's Been Called - Elijah Bible Study by Priscilla Shirer

Study Elijah with Priscilla Shirer

Have you every wanted to learn more about Elijah? Join Priscilla Shirer on this 7-session journey through the life and ministry of the prophet Elijah to discover how the fire on Mount Carmel was forged in the valley of famine. And how the emboldened, fiery faith you desire is being fashioned by God in your life right now. Raise your virtual hand to express your interest here.

Parenting Class Starting Next Week

Starting August 4th we will be offering a parenting class Wednesday nights on Zoom. This class will explore Biblical teaching and share wisdom on how to talk with your children about sex and gender. Check out the curriculum here and the intro video. Please RSVP to Angie and use the youth calendar or app for your Zoom links. Parents and grandparents of all ages are welcome.

Save the Date!!

Believe it or not, fall is coming and we have a reservation at Covenant Pines Bible Camp for you. Sept 17-19 we will be heading up north for church retreat weekend. This is a great weekend to enjoy some time in God’s creation. To have some time to fellowship with your church family. And to stretch your spiritual muscles with lessons.

We are working on the schedule, housing, activities and more. The plan is to have all the details ready by next week's newsletter but now is a good time to save the date!

VBS Rocky Railway Recap

Fallen boulders on the tracks did not stop our VBS steam train from making it down the mountain to deliver M&M's to all the people! And no VBS hiccups could stop 40 kids from learning about how Jesus' Power Pulls Us Through! Delicious snacks, fun games, interactive crafts, live music and dancing! Four days of celebrating the goodness of Jesus and I am so thankful for every moment. Thanks to the 30+ people who helped with all the details for our youngest Jesus followers! On our third session together, many kids gathered were invited to repent, and accept forgiveness from Jesus. What a special moment!