Special: Joe Haller Memorial

A memorial service to celebrate the life of Joe Haller has been set for 11:00 am on Saturday March 17, 2012 at Crossroads.

Looking For VBS Help

For anyone interested in helping run a VBS program for the summer of 2012 there will be a meeting on Sunday March 18, 2012 in the kitchen following the worship service.

Volunteers Needed for Playground Construction

Greenville is seeking volunteers to help with construction of a playground at Riverside Park on April 11-14, 2012. Also, area churches are being asked to provide meals for the workers on those days, either lunch or dinner, with 100 meals needed per mealtime. Meals are to be served at Riverside Park. There are a couple days not covered as yet. Crossroads leadership is asking our church family to become
involved in this community endeavor. Besides construction volunteers, a coordinator is needed to plan a meal, arrange for volunteers to furnish the food, and for volunteers to serve it and cleanup. Please see Matt Courtney if you are able to help.

Man Nite

A chance for men to do manly things, eat manly food, and watch a manly movie together.

Men of all ages mark your calendars for Saturday March 24, 2012 for Man Nite at 6:00 pm at the church! (Hey...we are men so we can spell night anyway we want!!) It will be a great time for all men of our church, both young and old to have fellowship together. We are going to eat some great manly food...provided by the macho John Owens! So come hungry!! And we are going to watch the movie Courageous together. Bring your sons and grandsons or bring a friend. Bring the guy you have been trying to reach out to with the gospel. This is a powerful movie that will deeply impact all men.

Youth to Present Easter Sunrise Service

The LEAST Youth Group will be presenting the Easter Sunrise Service entitled "Who am I?" and it's time to begin preparing. For all 5th graders and up who are interested in participating, the first practice will be Sunday March 4, 2012 from 4:30—5:30 pm at the church. Let Annie Ball know if you are interested in helping or being a part of this service.

Good Shepherd Center Preparing Easter Baskets.

The Good Shepherd Center has begun preparations for their Easter distribution and are asking Crossroads to supply 125 boxed or canned meals (Macaroni & Cheese, Beef-a-roni, etc). All donations should be dropped off at the church by Sunday March 26, 2012.

Bible Study to Begin Book of Revelation

A study of the book of Revelation will start Sunday February 5, 2012 for the Sunday evening Bible Study. This is a book of breathtaking majesty and power, and we are looking forward to the encouragement and hope it gives. We live in a spiritual war zone and aware Christians feel this each day. The book of Revelation shows us what is happening behind the scenes in the invisible world and also shows us God's sovereign ruler-ship over all. There is a Lamb upon the throne who is reigning even now and who will definitely triumph in the end! What a wonderful conclusion to the Bible this book is. There are handouts on the back table for all who would like to prepare for the class. This is not required for the class but will certainly enrich your time in the class.

Valentines Theme for Febraury Senior Saints Luncheon

The Senior Saints lunch on Thursday, February 9, 2012 will have a Valentine theme. Come share "How did you meet your sweetheart?" The meal will be provided.

Souper Bowl Party

The youth are getting together to watch the Super Bowl on Sunday February 5, 2012 at Fresh Grounds. Fellowship starts at 6:00 pm. Bring a friend!

His Work His Way 2012

The applications for His Work His Way 2012 are available. There are applications for student workers, adult workers and homeowner repair applications. If you know someone who needs help with their property, please talk to them and have them fill out a homeowner application. Applications and more information can be found on the website.

Youth Planning Trip to Creation Museum (UPDATED)

The LEAST group have announced they are planning a visit to the Creation Museum in Petersburg, KY (near Cincinnati, OH) and are inviting the Crossroads congregation to participate. The trip will take place in February 2012.

The Creation Museum is a 70,000 square foot state-of-the-art exhibit that brings the pages of the Bible to life.

More information will be coming.

Update: The trip will occur February 18-20, 2012 and all are welcome to accompany the youth. See Annie Ball for more information. Deadline for sign up is January 29, 2012.

Youth Have Laid Down a Challenge (UPDATED)

The LEAST youth group are challenging the adults of Crossroads to a basketball game so do some stretching and maybe remember what that orange ball feels like. The game is scheduled for Sunday January 22, 2012 so you have time for a little practice. Players, cheerleaders, and fans are needed. Sign up if you are interested.

Watch for more information.

Update: Tip-off for the game is set for 3:00 pm at the Greenville Rec Center but the gym will be open at 2:00 pm for warm-up and practice. Come to play, cheer, or watch and enjoy and there will be a fellowship dinner following the game.

Three New Sunday School Classes Starting

There will be three new Sunday School classes beginning in January 2012.

• On Sunday January 15, 2012 Bill Haller will resume the class discussing Christian Contentment.
• Ron Beil will start a class on Sunday January 15, 2012 on the topic of Christian Beliefs.
• Betsy Edgar will be leading a class for women starting Sunday January 22, 2012 on the Lies Women Believe based on the book of the same name by Nancy Leigh DeMoss. It will probe the depths of women's illusions and delusions of their hopes, fears, failures, and sorrows.

Mobile Version of Website Launched

Do you have a smartphone, IPad, IPhone, Kindle Fire, or Nook and want to visit our website from your mobile device? We have been developing a mobile-friendly version of the Crossroads website and it is now ready for testing. We are looking for feedback on how the mobile site works on various devices.

The mobile site address is: www.crossroadschristianfellowship.org/mobile.

We still provide audio sermons for listening and study, news and announcements, events calendar information, contact data, and other useful tools; just that they are presented in a mobile-friendly format. This mobile site is purposely leaner than our full site. Please feel free to utilize what we have prepared and also to suggest other tools or information through the Contacts page.

January Senior Saints Luncheon

The Senior Saints are to meet at noon Thursday January 12, 2012 at Crossroads for a luncheon. Lunch will be provided. Andy Vana from the Andrew J. Vana Funeral Home in Hadley will speak about end of life issues and arrangements.

Truth Project to Start

Fresh Grounds Coffeehouse will be offering a new session of The Truth Project on Tuesday evenings beginning January 17, 2012 and meeting for 13 weeks at 7:00—9:00 pm. The Truth Project is a DVD-based small group curriculum designed to build a systematic and comprehensive biblical worldview in the lives of believers. To sign up or for more information, see Bill Haller or Martha Johnson.

Two Missions Teams Gearing Up

During January 2012 two separate teams from Crossroads will be heading to the mission field.

• One team will be returning to the Dominican Republic January 14-21, 2012 to continue work as done in previous years. This team will consist of Paul Sereda, Dave Campbell, Jeanne Bell, Lee Earnhardt, Abe Johnson, Todd Jaussen, Dan Jaussen, Seth Jaussen, Beka Jaussen, Mary Jaussen, and Grace Jaussen.
• David Campbell and Matt Courtney will be traveling January 28-February 9, 2012 to El Sembrador, Honduras through World Gospel Mission. The local missionaries in El Sembrador are seeking donations of much needed tools for the mission: several new corded electric drills, drill bit sets, any type of screwdrivers, and good 7 1/4 inch circular saw blades. See Matt or Dave by January 23, 2012 if you are able to donate any of these items.

Please be praying for their safety and that God will use them in a mighty way to further His Kingdom.

Choir to Present "HARK!! The Angels Sing"

HARK!! The Angels Sing will be presented by the Joyful Sound Choir on Christmas Eve Saturday December 24, 2011 at 5:00 pm at Crossroads and on Sunday December 18, 2011 at 5:00 pm at Williamsfield United Methodist Church on the corner of US 322 & Ohio 7 in Williamsfield, OH. Come and celebrate the birth of our Lord, Jesus Christ.

It's Time for Some Chistmas Caroling

We will be Christmas Caroling to the homes of shut-ins on Saturday December 10, 2011 starting at 3:00 pm. Please sign up if you plan to participate. We will be returning to Crossroads in time for the Christmas dinner.

Operation Christmas Child Shoe Boxes Collection Results

On Sunday November 13, 2011, Crossroads dedicated 73 shoe boxes filled with toys, books, gifts, toiletries, and a message of the "Love of our Savior" for the Samaritan's Purse Operation Christmas Child project.

The Missions Committee sincerely thanks everyone who participated this year.