Materials Available for Adoption

The library has thinned some books and most of the audio cassette tapes and video tapes from its shelves. These items are available for adoption to a home where they will be used. The items are on a table near the library door.

Prayer Meeting Postponed

The monthly congregational prayer meeting slated for Sunday March 2, 2014 has been postponed 1 week to Sunday March 9, 2014 at 6:00 pm in place of the regularly scheduled Sunday evening Bible study.

Choir to Sponsor Spring Program

The Joyful Sound Choir is convinced spring is indeed coming and, to prove it, they are planning a Spring Concert for Saturday March 29, 2014 at 6:00 pm.

They are also looking for persons interested in presenting a special musical number, tell a story, read a poem, give a testimony, or share something special. If interesting in participating, contact Debbie Weese.

2014 Dominican Republic Mission Team Prepping

Another Crossroads mission team will be heading to the Dominican Republic March 15-22, 2014. The team consists of 20 members affiliated with Crossroads: Paul and Cindy Sereda, Martha and Suzy Johnson, Todd, Seth, Peter, Stephen, and Daniel Jaussen, Jenyl, Caleb, and Jacob Arisman, Jeff and Barb Knauff, Carly Roesh, Jamie Mausser, Corey and Rachel Cowan, Kathryn Spence, and Colin Kytchak.

Please pray for their safety. Pray that God will use them in a mighty way to further His Kingdom. Pray that the hearts of the Dominicans will be opened to receive Christ.

New Study of Hebrews Starting

The Sunday evening Bible Study led by Pastor Todd Jaussen will begin a new study of the book of Hebrews on February 9, 2014. It begins with a breathtaking look at the majesty of this book. The unknown writer of Hebrews makes a case for the superiority of Jesus Christ.

Bible Study are Sundays at 6:00 pm except for the first Sunday of each month.

In Case of Emergency...

The E-Team is developing a system for alerting members of weather cancellations and important announcements using cell phone text messages or e-mail. Households may use both message systems and have multiple message receivers. If you are interested in participating, a signed information form for each person must be submitted.

Senior Saints Exchanging Valentines

The Senior Saints are having a Valentines Luncheon on Thursday February 13, 2014 at noon. Meat and beverage will be provided; bring a dish of your favorite food to share.

2013 Annual Meeting Set (UPDATED)

The 2013 Annual Congregational Meeting will be held Monday January 27, 2014 at 7:00 pm. Agenda packets will be available Sunday January 26, 2014. A vote will be held to confirm Paul Sereda as a new Elder.

Update: Due to expected inclement and severe cold weather, the meeting has been rescheduled for Monday February 3, 2013. Also the Missions Committee meeting originally scheduled for January 27, 2014 has been moved to Monday February 3, 2014 at 6:00 pm.

Women to Connect

All women are invited to gather together on Monday January 13, 2014 for the purpose of connecting. This evening is just for getting to know each other, sharing, and fellowshipping. Jan Jaussen will be hosting the event beginning at 7:00 pm.

Children's Sunday School Planning Meeting Scheduled

There will be a meeting concerning the children's Sunday School program at 7:00 pm on Sunday December 1, 2013. This meeting is for teachers, anyone interested in teaching, and parents. Continue to pray that God will give us wisdom and direction regarding this important program.

Rescue Mission Supplies Needed

In lieu of desserts for the December Rescue Mission trip on Wednesday December 4, 2013 donations of supplies are needed:

• peanut butter and jelly
• canned tuna
• cereal
• syrup
• over-the-counter medicines (non-drowsy cough, allergy, and cold)
• antacids
• ibuprofen
• aspirin
• men's and women's deodorants
• men's, women's, and children's new underwear and socks

These items can be dropped off at the church office by Tuesday afternoon December 3, 2012.

The trip to the Rescue Mission leaves at 4:00 pm. This is a monthly mission trip to the Rescue Mission in Youngstown, OH to help serve a meal to those in need.

Senior Saints to have Christmas Luncheon

The Senior Saints ministry will have a pot-luck luncheon for their monthly gathering on Thursday December 12, 2013 at 12 noon. Meat and beverage will be provided. Attendees should bring a $1 gag gift (or just wrap up any small unwanted item lying around the house) for a fun gift exchange. Please sign up if you are planning on attending.

Bethlehem Morning to be Presented by Choir

The Joyful Sound Choir will present their Christmas program Bethlehem Morning on Sunday December 22, 2013 at 6:00 pm. Come and hear the music to celebrate the birth of Jesus. Refreshments will be served following the presentation.

Women to Hold Christmas Tea

The women's Christmas Tea will be held Tuesday December 10, 2013 at 6:30 pm. During the busy holiday season, it is important to Save the Date to come fellowship with the women of Crossroads. Please sign up if you plan to attend.

Senior Saints to Tour New Wendell August Forge

A tour of the new Wendell August Forge facility has been planned by the Senior Saints for Thursday November 14, 2013. We will leave from the church at 10:45 am. The tour begins at 12 noon. We will stop for lunch following the tour. Please sign up if you plan to participate.

Dave Campbell Heading to Papua New Guinea

Dave Campbell will be leaving October 26, 2013 for Wewak, Papua New Guinea as part of a team of 9 from I-TEC. They will begin installing a new generator and underground wiring at the New Tribes Sepic Headquarters over 3 weeks. Dave will attempt -- as time and internet availability allows -- to report on the trip and progress. Any personal reports from Dave will be posted on Crossroads Reports site. Also the team's postings can be followed at I-TEC's trip site.

Underground Church Event for Youth (UPDATED)

In many areas and cultures around the world Christians must meet in secret in order to worship God. Christian churches are illegal and heavily persecuted. Greenville area youth will get a taste of this experience during the Underground Church hosted by First Presbyterian. The event will be October 27, 2013 from 4:00-7:00 pm.

Update: Safe house sites, security personnel, and transportation are needed for this event. See Barb Knauff if you can participate.

Youth to Discover God's Design for Relationships (UPDATED)

We are hosting a seminar for our youth that will deal with God’s design for relationships and sexual purity. It will take place on Sundays October 13 and 23, 2013 from 6:00-7:30 pm at the church. Beth Gordon will be the speaker, and she will lead the youth through media presentations, skits and discussions, helping them to discover God’s best for them. Parents will be receiving information in the mail. Any questions can be directed to Barb Knauff.

Update: The seminar on Sunday October 13, 2013 will be at Crossroads from 6:00-7:30 pm. The Sunday October 20, 2013 session will take place at Central Community Church from 5:00-7:00 pm.

New Sunday Evening Bible Study to Begin

When was the last time your read any of the Minor Prophets for your devotions? Ever? Can you even find them in the Bible?!? Guys like: Hosea, Joel, Amos, Obadiah, etc. Why did God even put them in the Bible? Well He put them in the Bible for a good reason or else they would not be there. And He put them there for us to read and learn from. But perhaps you have found them hard to understand.

On Sunday October 13, 2013 we will begin a study of Hosea. Our goal is to help you understand this important prophet. But another goal is to help you have the tools to understand the other Minor Prophets as well and to benefit and enjoy this rich treasure of literature in our Bible.

Sunday evening Bible study is led by Pastor Todd Jaussen from 6:00-7:00 pm weekly except for the first Sunday of each month.

Raising Funds for Dental Drill in Dominican Republic (UPDATED)

One of the needs we have found in the Dominican Republic during our work in the villages is the need for dental care. A dentist we work with donates her time to offer free care, but the DR government no longer provides portable drills. We are seeking to raise the money to purchase such a drill. We are currently $500 short of our goal of $1500. If this is something you would like to donate to, please place your gift in a pew or tithing envelope, mark it DR Drill, and place it in the offering plate.

Update: Thanks to the generosity of our church family, we now have the full $1500 to fund the portable dentist drill for the Dominican Republic. Thank you for responding to this need!