Senior Saints Sponsoring Baseball Game Trip

The Crossroads Senior Saints ministry is again organizing a trip to a Mahoning Valley Scrappers baseball game against the Lowell Spinners on Friday July 22, 2016. Game time is 7:05 pm. We will leave Crossroads at 5:00 pm. Cost will be $12 per ticket. 30 seats have been reserved. This event is open to the entire Crossroads church community. See Ron Courtney for more information.

2016 VBS Planned... Help Needed

Crossroads will be holding morning Vacation Bible School from Monday August 1 - Friday August 5, 2016 from 9:30 am - 11:30 am daily. Teachers, helpers, and snack planners are needed. Please see Joyce Keeley if you can assist in one of these areas.

Also, as a closing event, a picnic is being planned for Sunday August 7, 2016 following the Worship Service.

Couples Hike Planned

A hike for married couples has been planned for Sunday June 12, 2016 at McConnells Mill State Park. This won't be a cozy stroll down lovers' lane; the Slippery Rock Creek Gorge has rugged trails and steep climbs, scenic rock formations, and several beautiful waterfalls that are only accessible from the trails.

We will leave Crossroads immediately after the morning Worship Service, picnic lunch at the park (ice cold water bottles will be provided), and then enjoy fellowshipping together on the trails.

Sturdy hiking boots and a walking stick are recommended. Bring a picnic lunch for yourselves.

Please sign up if you are interested. Carpooling is encouraged.

Are You Feeling the Tug for a Mission Trip?

Do you want to go on a mission trip? During the week of January 21-28, 2017, Todd Jaussen has been asked to be the Devotions Leader for a trip sponsored by Meeting God in Missions. During that trip, MGM will be building a new school building for the Deaf School at Hato Mayor in the Dominican Republic. They are in need of construction workers. Todd and Jan Jaussen will be doing ministry among the pastors and the villages at that time as well. If you have any questions, please ask Todd or Jan Jaussen or Paul Sereda.

Women Gathering for Tea

We are planning an All Daughters' Tea for Saturday May 21, 2016 from 1:00-3:30 pm at the church. Women and girls of all ages are welcome. Ladies, please sign up and provide the total number you will be bringing, including yourself.

Ladies Game Night Announced

A Ladies Game Night for all women of the church will be held at Fresh Grounds Coffeehouse from 6:30 pm until 8:30 pm on Monday March 7, 2016. This will be a relaxed evening of fun and opportunity to spend time with each other. Bring a beverage for yourself as the shop will not be open. Contact Martha Johnson if you have questions.

2016 Clothing Drive Collection

For the 2016 Clothing Drive, each month with concentrate on a different need. Totes are available to collect the donations.

February	Infant Clothing
March	Toddler Girls and Boys
April	Girls and Women
May	Boys and Men
June	Winter Coats and Gloves
July	Canned and Boxed Foods for Thanksgiving Baskets

All undergarments must be new and in original packaging.

Direct any questions to Debbie Weese.

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.