New Sunday School Class on Christian Contentment to Start

On Sunday August 1, 2011 a new Sunday School class will begin discussion of the book The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment by Jeremiah Burroughs. Bill Haller will lead. Books will be provided.

Church Camping Weekend Schedule Coming Together

The annual church camping weekend will be held at Pymatuning State Park Campground in Andover, OH August 13-14, 2011.

Activities will start with a all-church dinner at 5:00 pm on Saturday August 13, 2011. All all are welcome. Bring a dish to share. (Visitors may drive to the campsite to drop off food and passengers, but all vehicles must return to the visitor parking lot. Transportation back to the site will be available.)

A concert by Divine Delay will begin at 7:00 pm on Saturday August 13, 2011 in the campground amphitheater. Bring a lawn chair.

More information on other activities for the weekend will be coming soon.

There will be an important planning meeting on Tuesday July 26, 2011 at 7:00 at the church. At least one member of each camping family is encouraged to attend.

Seniors Ministry Luncheon Rescheduled

The inaugural Seniors Ministry luncheon originally planned for Thursday July 7, 2011 has been rescheduled for Thursday August 4, 2011 at 12:00 noon. This event is to kickoff the new Seniors Ministry. Food and beverage will be provided. Just bring an appetite. Please sign-up if you are interested in attending.

Quarterly Reports Available

There will be no quarterly congregational meeting for July 2011. Quarterly reports will be available starting Sunday July 31, 2011.

2011 Clothing Give-Away (UPDATED)

We are accepting clothing donations for the 2011 clothing give-away to be held in September 2011. If you have clothing to contribute, please bring them to the church for pick up.

UPDATE: The deadline for submitting clothing for the give-away is Sunday August 7, 2011. The is a need for young boy's and infant or toddler clothing. Also wire hangers are needed.

New Youth Year to Kick-Off

The new year of youth will kick-off (or throw out the first pitch, rather) on Sunday August 7, 2011 by attending a Pittsburgh Pirates' baseball game. All youth are welcome to attend. The deadline for signing up is Sunday July 17, 2011. See Annie Ball immediately if interested. More information will follow later.

Study of 1 Kings to Start

Sunday July 10, 2011 will begin a new Bible Study on the Book of 1 Kings. The history of Israel is very significant for the Christian today. It shows how God has revealed Himself in the past. It also shows how He continually preserved His Word and a people for Himself as He was preparing for the greatest act of sending His Son into the world. Through this study we will meet many fascinating figures, ranging from great to tragic. Also seen is the faithfulness of God to those who trust in Him, even in the darkest and most confusing times.
Bible Study is Sunday evenings at 6:00 pm at the church.

Come On In, The Water's Great

All are invited to a fun, summertime church picnic at Todd and Jan Jaussen’s home on Sunday July 24, 2011 at 3:00 pm. Bring your swimsuits because the pool will be open. We eat at 5:00 pm. Meat will be prepared by some special chefs here in our midst (don’t miss it!!). Bring a side dish or dessert to share, and don’t forget a lawn chair. We will enjoy each other’s fellowship and have Bible Study together. What a great way to spend a summer afternoon and evening!!!

Gardening Help Wanted

Do you love gardening? The (very tired!) church garden crew is seeking new recruits and would be eternally grateful for your help! Weed identification training is available. Please see Marlene Murrin if you are interested.

New Members Coming

Crossroads is preparing to take in a large group for membership this summer.

• A Sunday School class for new members will be held 4 weeks beginning July 31, 2011 through August 21, 20111.
• A Baptismal Service will take place during the Sunday morning worship service on August 21, 2011.
• The intaking of new members will occur during the Sunday morning worship service on August 28, 2011.

Attention Senior Saints (UPDATED)

Crossroads is hoping to reinstate the Seniors Ministry beginning with an informal luncheon at the church on Thursday July 7, 2011 at 12:00 noon. Food and beverage will be provided. Please sign-up if you are interested in attending.

UPDATE: Due to scheduling conflicts this event has been postponed to a yet to be determined date.

Notice to Campers

The 2011 Church Camping weekend has been scheduled for August 12-14, 2011 at Pymatuning. Please sign up if you are interested in participating. Camp sites need to reserved by the individual campers. See Ray Murrin for more information.

Summer Camp Fund

Each summer there are opportunities for young people to hear the gospel, grow in their faith, and even to serve the Lord by serving others. These include summer camp, Creation, and local mission projects such as "His Work, His Way".

For our youth to be active in these events, they need your support. No youth should be prevented from participating due to lack of funds. Please contribute to the Crossroads Summer Camp Fund to enable the church to offer scholarships to our young people.

Community Benefit Concert

A benefit concert for victims of catastrophic weather occurrences will be held at Calvary United Methodist Church (44 South Mercer St, Greenville PA 16125) on Saturday June 18, 2011 from 6:00-8:00 pm. Featured from Crossroads will be Divine Delay, Dawna Walsh, The Cowan Family, and more. Proceeds will be directed through Samaritan's Purse.

Extended Sale for 2011 Yard and Bake Sale

The Women's Ministry Yard and Bake Sale will be a two-day event this year. The sale will take place at the West Salem Grange Hall (60 S Maysville Rd, Greenville PA 16125) on Friday June 17, 2011 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm and Saturday June 18, 2011 from 9:00 am until done.

The work day will be Thursday June 16, 2011 at the Grange Hall. Workers will be available to sort, price, and place items on tables starting at 9:00 am.

Those donating household items should drop them off on Thursday after 9:00 am.

Baked goods can be brought both days of the sale. No clothing will be accepted.

Items Needed for Creation

The youth group is going to Creation this summer and need a few items such as firewood, cots, and an old table for the week on June 30 - July 3, 2011.

Contact Annie Ball if you have any of these items to loan.

Important Information for Seniors

Report from the Dominican Republic Mission Field

In January 2011 two teams from Crossroads traveled to the Dominican Republic as part of a much larger group to serve the needs of the native population both physically and spiritually. One team consisted of the Jaussen sisters: Beka, Mary, and Grace. Each one has submitted a brief report below of their experiences.

New Adult Sunday School Classes to Start

Two new Sunday School classes are scheduled to begin Sunday May 22, 2011:

WOMEN: Loving God With All Your Mind - This study will be looking at various promises in the Word of God for women. This will be a video series done by Elizabeth George. The class will be half viewing the video and half discussion. Jan Jaussen will be leading the discussion. Particular application will be made to married life as well. The goal of the class is to help women mature in their faith and to live out their faith in practical ways in their lives and home.

MEN: Godly Men, Godly Leaders, Godly Marriages - This class will focus on the man’s role in marriage. Todd Jaussen will be looking at the unique calling that men have in the home as leaders and what a blessing a godly, loving, servant/leader can be to his home. Many various topics will be discussed over the course of the class. The goal of this class is that Christ will be exalted in our homes and that our families will be richly blessed as we men live up to the standard the Bible has set for us. If you are thinking of being married some day, been married 1 year or 50 plus years there will be something in this class for you.

Save Your Change for a Pro-Life Missionary

Everyone is encouraged to participate in a Pro-Life Missionary change drive by taking home a plastic canister to fill with spare change. Return the canisters and change to the church on Sunday June 19, 2011. This drive will help Pro-Life of Mercer County in its goal of hiring college graduates to serve one or more years as Pro-Life Missionaries.