Do You have a Heart for Missions?

The Missions Committee is seeking one or two missions-minded individuals to join their team. This committee oversees Crossroads' outreach to local and global mission interests. If you have a heart for missions and believe the Lord is leading you to serve in this area, please contact Paul Sereda.

Second Semester of Grace School of Ministry to Start (UPDATED)

The spring 2016 semester of the Grace School of Ministry is set to begin Wednesday January 13, 2016. Classes will be held on alternating Wednesdays through May 18April 20, 2016.

• Todd Jaussen is starting a new course at 7:156:00 pm on Proclaiming God's Word. "How shall they hear without a preacher?" One of the greatest needs of our day is for biblical, passionate, clear preaching. The church, our nation, and the small towns and villages of our region are languishing from the lack of good preaching. Where must people go to hear the Word of God opened up with power and ability? Is the internet now as the only option? But internet preaching is not live preaching from a man of God whom you know and who is a role model for you in all of life. Our vision is to raise up an army of preachers who will be sent out into our area and bring the Word of God to the people who are in darkness.

• At 6:007:20 pm Scott Graubard will be continuing the course on Biblical Counseling and will be dealing with practical case studies.

Course materials and lectures will continue to be available on this website.

What Do You Want for Your Marriage?

What do you want for your marriage?
Want to experience marriage the way God intended?
Then why not try some love and respect?
Want some peace?
Want to feel close?
Want to feel valued?

You are invited to join us for the Love & Respect Video Series
For 5 weeks we will be taught by
Dr. Emerson Eggerichs and Sarah Eggerichs
authors of the bestselling book
Love & Respect
The Love She Most Desires
The Respect He Desperately Needs

Sundays
January 10 - February 14, 2016
6:00-7:00 pm
Crossroads Christian Fellowship Church
805 Vernon Road
Greenville, PA
There is no charge for this event!

For more information or to register call (724) 588-4454.

Sign Up for Christmas Lights Boat Tour

All are welcome to join the Senior Saints Thursday December 10, 2015 on the The Barbara J sternwheeler to see the Christmas lights around Conneaut Lake. The lower deck is enclosed and heated! Cost is $10 per person. We need a party of at least 25 for a private boat ride. Please sign up. The group will leave Crossroads at 4:30 pm and the boat tour will begin at 5:30 pm. See Ron Courtney or Pat Diehl for details.

Bell Ringers Needed

Crossroads has reserved the Food Entrance at the Greenville Walmart for Friday December 11, 2015 to ring the bells from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm for the annual Salvation Army Red Kettle drive. Please sign up in pairs (2 people per hour time slot).

The Christmas kettle effort is the Salvation Army's largest fundraising endeavor, accounting for a third of their annual budget.

Women's Discipleship Program Introduced

A discipleship program for women is being introduced with a meeting at 9:00 am on Sunday September 26, 2015. We are encouraging women to build mentoring relationships. This meeting is for all who would like to be involved in disciplining others or in being discipled. Martha Johnson will be coordinating this effort. Questions should be directed to Martha.

Self-Defense Class for Girls and Women to be Conducted (UPDATED)

A self-defense course will be offered at the church to women and girls on September 13, 2015 at 4:00 pm. This session will prepare participants against unwanted advances. A meal will be provided. Cost is $20 for materials and food. See Barb Knauff for more information.

Update: The course has been moved to Fresh Grounds Coffeehouse. The Crossroads Youth Group will cover the cost for teen girls.

Kids' Adventure Outing

An outing is planned for children in kindergarten through 6th grade to the OH Wow Center in Youngstown, OH on Saturday September 12, 2015. Adult drivers and volunteers are needed. See Jackie Ehrhart or Elizabeth McHenry for more information.

Senior Saints Planning Boat Tour (UPDATED)

The Senior Saints outing for September 10, 2015 will be a paddleboat cruise of Conneaut Lake on the sternwheeler The Barbara J, followed by lunch at a local restaurant. A minimum of 25 participants is required to secure reservations. See Ron Courtney for more information.

Update: Cost is $10 per person. We will leave Crossroads at 10:00 am and board the boat at 11:00 am. Bring your own beverages for the cruise.

New Leadership Education Opportunity

Crossroads is presenting a new opportunity to equip believers for leadership in Christ's church. Grace School of Ministry's passion is to raise up leaders, pastors, and preachers who will be used of God to advance His Kingdom in our generation. This upcoming course will offer training for shepherding the local church while enabling students to continue in their current callings.

• Todd Jaussen and Scott Graubard will be the instructors under the leadership of Crossroads' Elder board.
• The school will meet once a month for approximately 2 hours. The time and place has yet to be determined. The class time will include lectures, group discussion, studying Biblical texts, and reviewing homework.
• Participants will be assigned work including Biblical texts to exegete, books to read, sermons to hear, and outlines to write.
• Individual discipleship/mentor relationships will be encouraged.

Brouchers are available for interested participants. Contact one of the instructors or the church office for more information.

Choir Practice Resumes

Choir practice will begin weekly on Thursday September 3, 2015 at 6:30 pm. If you like to sing, come join the other voices and enjoy the fellowship that goes along with the singing. See Debbie Weese for more information.

Prayer FOR Schools

The Greenville community will be gathering in prayerat Fresh Grounds Coffeehouse on Tuesday August 25, 2015 at 6:30 pm. This will be a time to ask God to protect and bless the area schools and students as they begin a new school year.

Summer Get-Togethers Planned (UPDATED)

On the first Sunday evening of June, July, and August 2015 a congregational get-together will be held prior to the monthly prayer meeting.

The June 7, 2015 get-together will be a pot-luck supper at 4:30 pm. Please bring a favorite dish to share.

On July 5, 2015 at 5:30 pm Crossroads will be hosting Central Community Church and Hartford Community Church for a pig roast. Update: Following the meal Gary Meikle will be presenting a devotional as the three churches join in prayer.

Wrap up the summer get-togethers on Sunday August 29, 2015 with a pot-luck picnic at 4:30 pm.

Update: The August get-together is postponed to Sunday August 9, 2015 due to a scheduling conflict.

2015 Clothing Drive Focus (UPDATED)

The Clothing Drive returns in 2015 and this year will focus on items for infants, children, and youth. Each month with address a particular clothing need. A tote will be available to collect each month's donations. Items can be either new or used in good condition.

The collection kicks off in February 2015 by seeking socks, hats, and gloves.

March 2015 will concentrate on items for infants and toddlers.

Clothing for elementary age children will be the focus for April 2015.

May 2015 brings clothing for teenagers to the forefront.

Think about being warm in winter during June 2015. This month's effort will be on winter coats for all children ages infants to teens.

July 2015 is the final month to receive donations for the clothing drive. Shoes for all ages of children will be July's target.

The free Clothing Drive give-away will take place July 31, 2015 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.

New Sunday Service Times Announced (UPDATED)

Beginning June 7, 2015 the Sunday morning Worship Service will start at 10:00 am. Adult Sunday School will happen at 9:15 am. (Check with your instructor to see which classes are continuing.) The children's Sunday School program will be suspended for the 2015 summer months and will resume in September 2015.

These new service times are being evaluated and may be tweaked after the summer schedule concludes.

Update: Effective June 21, 2015 the Adult Sunday School will meet at 9:00 am.

Senior Saints Planning Scrappers Game Trip

The Crossroads Senior Saints ministry is sponsoring a trip to Mahoning Valley Scrappers baseball game against the Auburn Doubledays on Friday July 17, 2015. Game time is 7:05 pm. We will leave Crossroads at 5:00 pm. Cost will be $12 per ticket for premium box seats if 20 or more persons go. See Ron Courtney for more information.

Special Congregation Meeting to Discuss Replacing Heating/Cooling System (UPDATED)

A special congregational meeting has been scheduled for Monday June 15, 2015 at 7:00 pm Sunday June 14, 2015 immediately after the Worship Service for the purpose of discussing and voting on replacing the aging heating and cooling system. A quorum of 50 member is needed to act on this topic.

Update: The meeting has been moved to Sunday June 14, 2015 to help meet the quorum requirement.

Come Float Your Boat With Us

The youth group is sponsoring a kayak and canoe trip on the Shenango River. The event will be Sunday June 7, 2015 immediately after the Worship Service. All are welcome to come. Lunch will be provided. Bring your own boat or sign up for one to be available for you.

Looking for Softball Players

Crossroads is looking to field a softball team for a local church league. Anyone -- male or female -- age 14 and up is eligible. The league requires at least two women to be available for each game.

Sign up if you are interested and see Mark Davis for questions.

Choir to Honor Military with Spring Program

The choir will be presenting their spring program on Sunday May 3, 2015 at 7:00 pm. Sweet Freedom's Song will honor all current and former military personnel.

Ladies Spring Banquet Planned

A Mother/Daughter Spring Event is being planned for Tuesday May 5, 2015 at 6:30 pm at the church. The main course and beverage will be provided. Please sign up if you will be attending.

If you would be willing to provide an appetizer or a pie, there is a signup sheet for these items as well.

Have You Written Something Lately?

Have you ever written a poem or prayer and shared it with someone in pain, then had them tell you that they were comforted by it? Maybe you have written something inspirational but were afraid to share it with anyone (we all are probably that way!).

We would like to produce and self-publish a book of inspirational thoughts, prayers and poems written by Crossroads people... everyone from kids to the elderly... so get into wherever you have been stashing all of those treasures and share your hearts with the hurting.

We will collect materials for several months, then try to put it all together and publish next winter. There is time to start writing now!

If you have questions or want to submit something to this project, please contact Marlene Murrin.

Easter Weekend Services Announced

On Good Friday April 3, 2015 at 7:00 pm our Easter Cantata Worthy Is the Lamb will be presented by the church choir, and the Lord's Table will be observed.

The schedule for Easter Sunday April 5, 2015 will begin with the Sunrise Service presented by the youth at 7:00 am.

Breakfast for all will be available at 8:00 am.

Easter Worship Service will begin at 9:15 am.

There will be no Sunday School, congregational prayer meeting, or youth meeting on Easter Sunday.

Alert: Extreme Cold Cancels Activities

All Crossroads scheduled activities, including Prayer Time, Worship Service, Sunday School, Evening Bible Study, Youth meeting, and Board of Elders meeting, are canceled for Sunday February 15, 2015 due to the extreme cold temperatures and wind chill.

2014 Annual Meeting Scheduled

The 2014 Annual Congregational Meeting will be held Monday January 26, 2014 at 7:00 pm. Agenda packets will be available Sunday January 25, 2013.

Choir Preparing to Present Christmas Program

The Joyful Sound Choir will present the cantata The Birth in the Shadow of the Cross on Sunday December 21, 2014 at 6:00 pm. Come celebrate the birth, death, and resurrection of our Savior Jesus Christ.

2015 Dominican Republic Trip to Take Different Approach (UPDATED)

The 2015 mission trip to the Dominican Republic is scheduled for February 28 - March 7, 2015. This trip will concentrate on creating a long-term investment in the DR by teaching work skills of any fashion to the Dominicans. Anyone comfortable with offering training in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, sewing, or other employable skills should consider making this trip. Cost for the round-trip flight and and a week of accommodations at the MGM complex in Hato Mayor will be $990. Start praying about this matter now!

Update: We have decided to cancel the planned mission trip for March 2015. Todd and Jan Jaussen are still scheduled to go the second week of March 2015 for a Pastoral training week and work at the Compassion School. If anyone would like to join them on this trip, they can find lots to do. In fact, there will be a construction project under the direction of Kim Costanza being done that week at the Del Rey house where Ney lives. See Todd Jaussen or Paul Sereda if interested.

Operation Christmas Child Drive

Its time to fill shoe boxes for Operation Christmas Child presented by Samaritan's Purse. Empty boxes and packing instructions are available. Each filled box is an opportunity to share the Good News of Jesus Christ with a hurting child.

In addition to individual or family boxes, the children's Sunday School program Life Tools is asking for donations of items so our children can experience packing the boxes. There is a list of desired items available. Also your prayer and financial support is welcomed.

Please return the filled boxes or items for the children to pack by Sunday November 16, 2014.

Red Kettle Bell Ringing Time

Winter is on the horizon and so is the annual Salvation Army Red Kettle drive. Crossroads has reserved the Food Entrance at the Greenville Walmart for Saturday December 6, 2014 to ring the bells from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm. There is a signup sheet. Please sign up in pairs (2 people per hour time slot).

The Christmas kettle effort is the Salvation Army's largest fundraising endeavor, accounting for a third of their annual budget.

Youth Sponsoring Corn Maze Adventure

On Sunday October 26, 2014 the youth group will be going to the Coolspring Corn Maze in Mercer. We will have lunch together at 12 noon, and then head out to the maze by 1:00 pm. Parents and the congregation are encouraged to come along! Please sign up by October 19, 2014 for food and driving arrangements.

Men's Ministry Sponsoring Outdoorsman Shopping Trip (UPDATED)

Generally men don't like going shopping... unless it's shopping for hunting, camping, or fishing stuff! Therefore, the Men's Ministry is sponsoring a shopping trip to Cabela's in Wheeling, WV and Field and Stream in Cranberry, PA on Saturday September 13, 2014. The trip is open to men and women. The day begins with breakfast at Crossroads at 8:30 am. Sign up if you are interested in the trip.

Update: The event has to be postponed to a later date. Watch for more information.

Special Local Mission Project Announced

A local family facing several health concerns is in need of several changes, repairs, and cleaning to their home. Crossroads is asking members to bring tools and a willing-to-work attitude on Sunday September 7, 2014. Meet at the church at 5:30 pm to see what can accomplished in just 2 hours.

Note this event is in lieu of the regularly scheduled monthly congregational prayer meeting.

Fall Sunday School Lineup Announced

The fall Sunday School Classes begin on September 7, 2014. Adult classes being offered are listed below. Adults should sign up for the class they would like to attend. When class size is determined, it will be announced where each class will meet. The Life Tools class continues, providing our children with the opportunity to see, feel, hear, touch and just experience God's Word. Also a teens' class led by Jeanne Ball will be offered.

• The Practice of Godliness by Jerry Bridges is being taught by Joe Kendra. How can we develop a character that is steadily transformed into Jesus' likeness? By laying an inward foundation of God-centeredness! Discover how to seek a deeper devotion to the Lord; train yourself to be godly; clothe yourself in Christ; cultivate humility; contentment, thankfulness, joy, self-control, peace, love, and other fruits of the Spirit; and more!

• Ron Beil will be teaching on The Book of Ecclesiastes.This is one of the Wisdom literature books of the Bible. Wisdom books are distinguished from Prophesy and History books by the way the truth is revealed in them. Wisdom writers speak of the human condition and bring to it the perspective of the divine majesty. Come and let's study wisdom as Solomon penned this great book.

• The Gospel of Matthew Women's Class will be led by LeAnn Bonzo. Come and see Jesus in new, delightful and challenging ways through the study of Matthew. With the help of the Matthew Visual Bible, a film depicting the gospel of Matthew word for word, we will consider Christ's love for us and Christ's calling upon our lives. The aim of the study will be to fall more in love with Jesus and to become more committed to faithfully following Him. A great by-product will be getting to know and love each other better!

• The Sermon on the Mount/Beatitudes will be the topic of study for the ongoing Young at Heart class being taught by Mary Jane Scott.

New Choir Season Beginning

The Joyful Sound Choir is welcoming new voices as they resume weekly practices on Thursday September 4, 2014 at 6:30 pm. Any youth or adult that loves to sing and have fun are welcome.

Ladies Bible Study to Resume

The Ladies Bible Study will resume weekly on Wednesday September 10, 2014 at 10:00 am. All women in the church and community are welcome to study God's Word together. Sandy Stanhope will be leading the study.

Play Ball!

Crossroads is planning on attending a Mahoning Valley Scrappers game against the Williamsport Crosscutters on Friday August 15, 2014. First pitch is at 7:05 pm. We will leave Crossroads at 5:30 pm. Cost will be $11 per ticket if 20 or more persons go. Please sign up by Sunday August 3, 2014. See Ron Courtney for more information.

Youth Hosting Float Down the Shenango River (UPDATED)

The youth have scheduled a canoe and kayak trip on the Shenango River on Sunday July 13 20, 2014. This event is open to the entire church. More details to come.

Update: The event has been postponed to Sunday July 20, 2014 due to unsafe river conditions.

Seniors to Attend Health Fair

The Seniors Ministry will be attending Rep. Mark Longietti's 2014 Senior and Health Education Fair at the Sharon American Legion on Thursday July 10, 2014. Information on state programs, farmers' market coupons, and free health screenings will be available. The group will then have lunch at a local restaurant after the fair.

Men Heading out to the Woods Again

The Crossroads' men have set their annual camping weekend for August 8-10, 2014 on a farm setting near Kennerdale, PA in Venango County. The site has close access to biking trails, hiking, and canoeing and kayaking on the Allegheny River. Other activities may include skeet shooting and archery. More events are in the works. All men and young men are encouraged to attend. Do rustic camping in the open or with a tent or bring your own luxury and amenities. Meals will be provided on Saturday. Breakfast will be served and a worship service held on Sunday morning.

See Frank Weese for more information.

Summer Sunday School Schedule

The summer lineup of Sunday School classes will begin June 1, 2014. The new children's program Life Tools will also start at the same time.

Life Tools will be experiencing God's Word through all the senses: not only hearing, but seeing, feeling, smelling, and tasting! Each week will approach the Truth in different ways. The possibilities are endless - it's different every week.

The adult classes being offered are:

Crazy Love: It's crazy, if you think about it. The God of the universe - the Creator of everything around us - loves us with a radical, unconditional, self-sacrificing love. Crazing Love - Overwhelmed by a Relentless God by Francis Chan may just be the most challenging book outside of God's Word you will read this year. It is written by a man who walks the walk. Prepare to be challenged. Dave Campbell will lead.

Desiring God: John Piper states in Desiring God - Meditations of a Christian Hedonist that pursuing maximum joy in God is essential to glorifying God. This pursuing of joy will magnify Jesus Christ in our lives when we are most satisfied in Him. Piper draws on Scripture to build his case and discusses the implications of this for conversion, worship, love, Scripture, prayer, money, marriage, missions, and suffering. It has implications for our lives. Chris Bowser and Abe Johnson will facilitate.

The women's Young at Heart class, taught by Mary Jane Scott, is ongoing.

Senior Saints Taking Road Trip to Slovakia

The Senior Saints are taking a road trip to the Slovak Folk Crafts store in Grove City on Thursday May 15, 2014. They will leave from Crossroads at 10:00 am, tour from 11:00 am to noon, and then have lunch at Eat'n Park Restaurant. Be sure to sign up if you plan to go!

Men to Explore McConnells Mill

A men's outing is planned for a day at McConnells Mill State Park on Saturday May 3, 2014. Hiking trails of various difficulty, several waterfalls, and a rock climbing area are available around Slippery Rock Creek Gorge. Or check out the historic mill. Men and future men are encouraged to go and enjoy a day of fellowshipping together.

Lunch will be provided. The group will leave Crossroads at 9:00 am and probably return by 4:00 pm. Sign up if you are interested. Drivers are needed.

Exciting New Children's Sunday School Program to Start Soon

Beginning in June 2014 a bold new approach to the children's Sunday School program will roll out. Life Tools is designed to present key Christian values that will be useful for the rest of a person's life. Its key is to give kids the opportunity to see, feel, hear, touch, and just experience God’s Word!

On Sunday May 25, 2014 we will kick-off Life Tools with a family lunch during the Sunday School hour.

We want to reach as many children as possible. Please complete and submit the following Student Information sheet for each child that you want to participate in Life Tools.

This will be a whole church effort. Of course, adult help will be necessary to make Life Tools successful. We know that they also need Sunday School classes for their own growth so this program will allow them to still attend frequently. There are lots of ways and levels you can participate: from shepherding a group each week for a quarter (12-13 weeks), to assisting a only few times a quarter, to committing to consistantly praying for Life Tools. All skills are needed and welcomed.

If you believe it is important to instruct our children about God then please read the Interest Survey and then submit your responses below.

Photos from Recent Dominican Republic Trip Available

A new album with lots of photos and and a few videos from the March 2014 mission trip to the Dominican Republic has been added to the Photos page.

Youth Participating in Underground Church Event

The youth will be participating in the Underground Church simulation game to be held Saturday April 19, 2014. This part adventure game, part worship and celebration, part awareness and education. This is a joint event with several other area youth groups. Each team's first task is to elude the underground cops and gag regime, anti-Christian government while they travel to the secret underground church location for celebration and worship. This is a poignant reminder of what Christians have endured in order to meet and worship together from ancient days right up to the present.

Drop-off and registration is from 12:00 noon-1:00 pm at the First Baptist Church. Pick-up is from 4:00-4:30 pm.

Note: Adult volunteers are needed for this event. Contact Chris Bowser for more information.

Spring Sunday School Classes Offered

New adult Sunday School Classes will begin on April 6, 2014 and last 5 weeks. Classes being offered:

New Member's class to be taught by Matt Courtney and Ron Beil.

How to Study Your Bible being taught by Pastor Todd Jaussen.

Bill Haller will teach from the Book of James.

The Women's Class, taught by Evie Haller, is ongoing.

The Young at Heart class, taught by Mary Jane Scott, is ongoing.

Crossroads Team in Dominican Republic, Watch for Reports

A team of 20 members affiliated with Crossroads is currently in Hato Mayor of the Dominican Republic. They are performing various services for the Dominican people including teaching, training, construction, medical and dental, and VBS. Watch for reports from the team members on our Pastor's page.

Senior Saints to Hear About Reverse Mortgages

The Senior Saints' monthly gathering for March 2014 will be an evening meal followed by a presentation on reverse mortgages with Fred Switzer. Meat and beverage will be provided. Bring a dish of food to share. The event is Wednesday March 19, 2014 at 4:30 pm.

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!

Sign up for Salvation Army Bellringing

Christmas is coming and we are scheduled to man the Salvation Army Christmas kettle on December 7, 2013 at the Greenville WalMart. Time slots are available for 9:00 am to 9:00 pm. Two or more volunteers are needed for each one hour time slot.

Christmas kettle proceeds helps provide services throughout the entire year to families and individuals who are experiencing financial difficulties. The Christmas kettle effort is the Salvation Army's largest fundraising endeavor, accounting for a third of their annual budget.

Please sign up if you are interested in helping support this project.

Shoe Boxes Available for Operation Christmas Child

Empty shoe box kits are now available for Operation Christmas Child presented by Samaritan's Purse. A simple box filled with a few toys, gifts, and treats and packed with love can change a child's life.

Filled boxes are due back on Sunday November 17, 2013.

Senior Saints to Visit Jefferson Depot Village

The Senior Saints ministry will be touring Jefferson Depot Village, a 19th century village with homes, church, and railroad station, on Thursday September 12, 2013. Villagers will be dressed in period clothing. The group will be leaving Crossroads at 9:00 am. The tour begins at 10:00 am.

Fall Sunday School Classes Set

The Fall 2013 Sunday School class schedule is set to begin September 15, 2013. The adult classes available will be:

• Church History in Plain Language by Bruce Shelley will be resuming. Pete Keeley will be leading.


• Todd Jaussen and Lee Earnhardt will lead a study of Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters: 10 Secrets Every Father Should Know by Meg Meeker.


• A ladies class taught by Evie Haller will be based on the book For Women Only: What You Need to Know about the Inner Lives of Men by Shaunti Feldhahn.

Next Dominican Republic Mission Trip Planned

Are you interested in traveling to the Dominican Republic to serve the Lord through serving His people there? We are in the planning stages for a mission trip for probably March 2014. Please sign up if you have even just an inkling to be part of this team.

Ladies' Bible Study Set to Resume

The Ladies' Bible Study will resume weekly on Mondays at 10:00 am. First session is September 9, 2013 with Joyce Keeley leading a study of The Truth Project. All women are welcome to attend.

Follow Beka Jaussen's New Adventure

Beka Jaussen has boldly begun a new phase of her life. She has arrived in Hato Mayor of the Dominican Republic to help establish a Christian coffee shop and bookstore as a representative of the Whitefields Foundation. She will be blogging about her activities so check out her posts.

Women's Fellowship Weekend Announced

Since their men will be out roughing it for the weekend, the women are invited to fellowship at the home of Michelle Earnhardt on August 16-19, 2013. Come for just an hour or the whole weekend. Lots of activities planned. On Saturday afternoon Joyce Keely will be sharing her secret bread making recipe to be followed by a meal of lasagna and, of course, fresh homemade bread. See Michelle Earnhardt for more information.

Youth to Attend Pirates Game

The LEAST youth group is planning on attending a Pittsburgh Pirates game against the Colorado Rockies on Sunday August 4, 2013. Game start time is 1:35 pm at PNC Park in Pittsburgh, PA. Everyone is invited to participate.

Free Clothing to be Distributed (UPDATED)

Another clothing giveaway will be held on Friday August 2, 2013 and Saturday August 3, 2013 at Crossroads. Times are 9:00 am to 3:00 pm on Friday and 9:00 am to 12:00 noon on Saturday. Any donated clothing can be dropped off at the church on Thursday August 1, 2013 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Please only give wearable clothing with no holes or tears. Undergarments must be new and still in the original package. See Debbie Weese for drop-off arrangements or if you are willing to help.

Update: The clothing giveaway will be held on Friday August 2, 2013 only due to an unforeseen event at the church.

Men's Camping Retreat Set (UPDATED)

The 2013 Men's Camping Retreat weekend has been set for Friday-Sunday August 23-25, 2013. It will take place on the same farm setting as last year near Kennerdale, PA in Venango County with access to biking trails, hiking, and canoeing and kayaking on the Allegheny River. Other activities may include skeet shooting and archery. All men and young men are encouraged to attend. Come for the entire weekend or just whenever. Meals will be provided on Saturday. Breakfast will be served and a worship service held on Sunday morning. See Frank Weese for more information.

Update: The weekend has been changed to Friday-Sunday August 16-18, 2013. All other details remain unchanged.

Senior Saints to Take in Scrappers Game

The Senior Saints ministry is planning an outing to a Mahoning Valley Scrappers game versus the Batavia Muckdogs on Friday July 26, 2013. The game is a 7:05 pm start at Eastwood Field in Niles, OH with a special 90's theme fireworks display after the game. Planning to leave the church at 5:30 pm. See Ron Courtney for more information.

Church Camping Weekend Planned

A camping weekend is being planned for August 9-10, 2013 to be held on the church grounds. More details will be coming later. Please sign up if you are interested and indicate whether you will be using a camper or a tent.

A Tiny Bit-o'-Talent on Display for VBS

The 2013 VBS theme will be 'A Tiny Bit-o'-Talent' based on "Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord" (Colossians 3:23). All children from age 3 to those just completing 6th grade are welcome. VBS will run July 15-19, 2013 from 6:00-8:00 pm at Crossroads.

The daily lessons will be:

• Monday: Miriam uses her special talent to worship. (Exodus 15:1-21)
• Tuesday: Besalel uses his special talent to create. (Exodus 36:1-2)
• Wednesday: Ruth uses her special talent to be a friend. (Ruth 1:1-22)
• Thursday: Isaiah uses his special talent to tell others. (Isaiah 6:1-8)
• Friday: Tabitha uses her special talent to serve. (Acts 9:36-43)

Former Penn State Football Great to Speak

Leo Wisniewski, who played nose tackle at Penn State in the early 1980s, will present the message on Sunday June 16, 2013, representing the White Fields Foundation. Since retiring from the NFL, Leo has been involved in full-time Christian work, particularly to inner-city men, and has participated in mission trips to the Dominican Republic.

Summer Adult Sunday School Study Announced

Beginning Sunday June 2, 2013 all adult Sunday School classes will meet together to study the classic book Of the Mortification of Sin in Believers by John Owen. Please sign up if you are planning on attending so a count can be obtained for ordering copies of the book. (One paper version per household.) Links are available at Christian Classics Ethereal Library for electronic versions in online, pdf, audio, Amazon Kindle ebook, or Apple iBook formats. Google Play is a source for Android devices.

Collection Container Available for The Good Shepherd Center

A new container has been placed across from the church office for the purpose of collecting the monthly food items for The Good Shepherd Center. Our representatives, Paul and Carol Peterson, will see that the items get to the food pantry.

Baptismal Service and Membership Ingathering Planned

We are planning to hold a Baptismal Service on Sunday June 23, 2013 and a Membership Ingathering on Sunday June 30, 2013. Anyone wanting to be baptized and/or to join the church should sign up so one of the Elders can contact you.

Seeking Funds for Summer Camp Scholarships

Would you like to help a young person have the special experience of attending a Christian summer camp? Camp can be such a highlight of the summer and a great opportunity to grow in one's relationship with Christ. It is very challenging to be a young person today. So much that is negative and hurtful is constantly coming at them. Your gift will help fight against this pressure. Also it is very expensive raising children today, and your gift will help parents who are struggling.

Greenville National Day of Prayer Event

The National Day of Prayer local event, hosted by the Kiwanis Club of Greenville, will be held on Thursday May 2, 2013 at Central Park. Music begins at 11:30 am with prayers to follow at 12 noon. All are welcome. Lunch will be served at Fresh Grounds at 12:30 pm with donations accepted to cover the cost of lunch.

Women's Spring Banquet Scheduled (UPDATED)

A women's Spring Banquet will be held on Tuesday April 30, 2013 at 6:00 pm. Please bring a tureen of your favorite food to share.

Update: The theme is Under His Wings from Psalm 91:4 "He shall cover you with His feathers, And under His wings you shall take refuge." Also the ladies of Hartford Community Church have been invited to join us.

Senior Saints to Tour CCL Container

For the May 2013 gathering of the Senior Saints a tour of CCL Container in Wheatland, PA is planned. Please meet at Crossroads at 9:00 am and the tours will start at 10:00 am. Afterwards the group will stop at a local restaurant for lunch. Please sign up if you plan to participate.

Special Congregational Meeting Announced

A special Congregational Meeting will be held Monday May 6, 2013 at 7:00 pm to discuss and vote on major repairs to the parking lot. All members are encouraged to attend and vote.

Choir to Present Spring Concert

The Joyful Sound Choir will be presenting a Spring Concert on Sunday April 28, 2013 at 7:00 pm. Come join in the continuous celebration of the birth, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Refreshments will be provided following the concert.

Youth Hosting Fun N' Fellowship Time

Starting May 5, 2013 the youth will be hosting a weekly time of fun and fellowship for an hour prior to the LEAST meeting and Sunday evening Bible study. This will be a time of activities and games for everyone -- youth, adults, and families -- to come participate together. The goal is to increase interaction with one another, over the generations, in a healthy and fun way! The fun begins at 5:00 pm.

Say Yes!

LEAST youth are sponsoring a teen seminar on Sunday April 21, 2013 at Fresh Grounds Coffeehouse to discuss Biblical relationships and the purpose of dating. There will be dinner, discussions, and activities.

Preparing for Creation 2013

Anyone entering 7th grade next school year or older are welcome to join the youth for Creation Festival 2013. This is a internationally recognized Christian event that features music, teaching, and fellowship at Agape Farm in Shirleysburg, PA. Dates are June 26-30, 2013.

Deadline for ordering tickets is May 12, 2013. Cost is $92 if ordered prior to April 11, 2013 and $102 after.

Photos from 2013 Dominican Republic Trip Available

A new album consisting of photos from the recent mission trip to the Dominican Republic has been added to the Photos page. More photos from the trip are coming soon.

Also additional photos have been added to two existing galleries: Baptisms and Special Events.

Easter Service Times

The schedule for Easter Sunday March 31, 2013 will start with a Sunrise Service presented by the youth at 7:00 am. Breakfast for all will follow at 8:00 am. Easter Worship Service will begin at 9:15 am.

There will be no Sunday School, Evening Bible Study, or youth LEAST meeting on Easter Sunday.

Choir to Present Good Friday Service

The Joyful Sound Choir will be presenting It Is Finished for the Good Friday Service on March 29, 2013 at 7:00 pm. The Lord's Table will also be observed.

Getting Ready for 2013 His Work, His Way

Greenville's His Work, His Way will take place during the week of June 16-22, 2013. His Work, His Way is a nonprofit Christian community development organization whose purpose includes upholding the dignity of vulnerable and needy homeowners who live in Greenville and the neighboring communities. It sends out crews of teenage and adult volunteers who will give freely of their time and energy to perform free home repairs for homeowners.

Prayer cards, home owner applications, and participant applications are available at the church, at Fresh Grounds, and online at www.hisworkhisway.org. The forms can also be submitted online.

Lining up homeowner projects to be done is the present focus. Applications are due by April 30, 2013.

Deadline for participant applications is May 19, 2013.

See Dave Campbell for more information.

Relationship Testimonies Needed

The youth are hosing a relationship seminar for teens on April 21, 2013 and is seeking couples or singles willing to share a brief testimony of their relationship, marriage, or singleness. This can be about a particular struggle that you endured, a funny story about your marriage, how you met, what dating looked like for you, or something else funny or helpful to teens as they enter into relationships. The testimonies will be video recorded for presentation during the event.

See Annie Ball by April 1, 2013 if you can contribute for this event.