This Week at Crossroads I 1.26.23

SELFLESS SERVANTS  In this series we're unpacking what it means to be the selfless covenanted people of God.  This week we're focusing on our sense of serving others.  When we follow Jesus’s example of servant leadership, we commit to loving people, no matter what they have done or will do to us.   SCRIPTURE TEXTS   John 4:31-34 Romans 12:1-8 Matthew 5:14-16 HUDDLE/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS  What is one thing that stood out to you from this week’s message? Where do you land on the consumer to contributor scale?  Serving, teaching, preaching, encouraging, giving, leadership, kindness which gifts has God given you? How are you using those gifts?  You are the "light of the world," those are Jesus' words about you.  Think about this aloud.  How does this play out in your life?  the Bible says we should be known for by our love.  What are you known for?  WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW LET'S GO HEAD TO HEAD!!!  Generosity Bowl '23 is underway! Join us for the next 4 Sundays as our two teams go head to head on generosity.  Pastor Charles is the coach for Team Red and Pastoral Intern Tim is the coach for Team Blue.  The 2nd quarter "play action" is focused on Connection.  Join us as we discover were we are called to belong.  Score a point by completing your connection action card.   Don't know what team you're on? Click the links below to pull up the team rosters.  Don't see your name? Contact our league commissioner, Rondi Eggenberg.  We want to make sure every who wants to play can and She will make sure everyone gets in the game!   For updates and score go to the Generosity Bowl Page on our website.  Team Red Roster Team Blue Roster MEET GOD COVENANT SEASON IS COMING... Crossroads is not a membership congregation but rather a covenantal one.  Choosing to become a covenant disciple of Jesus at Crossroads means Crossroads becomes your spiritual home and community. Each January we ask our Crossroads community to prayerfully discern God's call to commit or recommit to being a Covenant Disciple.  During this season (Jan. 1 - Feb. 5) come hear about how God is leading Crossroads. We will share exciting stories and future directions as we start a new year together.  Make plans to be present for worship in person or online during this season. Please take time to read through Crossroads Manifesto.   CROSSROADS MANIFESTO LENTEN SEASON CASTING CALL Can you believe it...the Lenten season is right around the corner. As we make preparations for Lent 23 we having a casting call as we need actors/actress for our mid-week series.  If you're interested or know someone who might be interest, please contact Michelle Scavo or Pastor Charles asap.  LENT SCHEDULE Journey together with us on this Lenten journey for time of meditation and blessing. Come and join us as we fellowship, sing, pray, and worship God on Wednesday evenings.  Listed below is our lent 2023 schedule: 2/22 - Ashes To Go @ ASU Poly 9:00am-11am  Ash Wednesday Worship Gathering 6:30pm  3/1 - Soup Supper @ 6:00pm & Worship Gathering @ 6:30pm 3/8 - Soup Supper @ 6:00pm & Worship Gathering @ 6:30pm 3/15 - Soup Supper @ 6:00pm & Worship Gathering @ 6:30pm 3/22 - Soup Supper @ 6:00pm & Worship Gathering @ 6:30pm 3/29 - Soup Supper @ 6:00pm & Worship Gathering @ 6:30pm  4/6 - Maundy Thursday Worship Gathering @ 6:30pm 4/7 - Good Friday Worship Gathering @ 6:30pm 4/8 - All Church Picnic and Egg Hunt @ 11am-1pm (Empire Park) MEET FRIENDS NEW! TODDLER TIME Friday, January 27 at 9:30am  Facilitator: Deacon Laura Book Everybody loves a good story, especially our preschoolers! Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their little ones to play and learn at Crossroads' Toddler Time.  We'll provide stories, songs and crafts.  At the end of our structured sessions, littles can enjoy a pre-packaged (nut free) snack and play while adults can talk and share in their journey of raising small people.  This group is for children ages infant to 5 along with their caregiver.  REGISTER C3: Celebrate, Connect and Contribute  Wednesday, February 1st at 6:30PM Jesus nurtured His twelve disciples as they followed Him closely, learning how to imitate Him in all He said and did. In C3 we explore your God-given potential by imitating and learning from others as you apply it to making and multiplying disciples in your own life. Join us as we practice following Jesus.  REGISTER WOMEN OF GRACE  Saturday, February 4, 2023 Join us this Saturday for our in person gathering as we serve and minister to women. We accomplish this through times of bible study,  worship, fellowship.  Join us on Wednesdays at The Station Coffee Company for crafting and quilting activities from 10am -12pm.  Our current project is quilting blankets for Hope Women's Center and the Navajo Evangelical Lutheran Mission as they serve the residents in Rock Point, Arizona.   REGISTER LIFE TOGETHER Starts Feb. 6th at 10:00AM  Facilitator: Pastor Charles Newman Jesus had intimate friendship with His Father and close friends like the disciples Peter, James, and John. In Life Together, we explore intimacy with God by knowing God’s story and how you are a part of it as His image bearer.  Seek spiritual friendships where you can grow in being completely known. Spiritual friendships are formed as we study God's word in community and remain open to connect with others at a deeper level.  REGISTER CROSSROADS IS NOW ON CHURCH CENTER Crossroads exclusively uses uses Church Center for our calendar, giving, groups, directory, etc.  Church Center is an integrated system for our online giving, events/RSVP's, calendar and groups.  Please download the Church Center App on devices.  If you need assistance to download or a tutorial on how to use the Crossroads Church Center App, please contact Kelly Dunlap or Pastor Charles Newman.    DOWNLOAD THE APP DIVORCECARE Starts! Monday February 6th at 6:00PM Facilitators: Rachel Evans & Tim Sersig Divorce Care is life-changing support groups welcome people and guide them on the path of recovery after separation or divorce.  The cost of the workshop is $20.00. Scholarships are available.  REGISTER GRIEFSHARE Starts! Tuesday Feb. 7th 6:30pm Facilitators: Dani Miller & Pastor Tim Perlick GriefShare is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. You don’t have to go through the grieving process alone.  The cost of the workbook is $20.00.  Scholarships are available.  REGISTER MAKE LIFE BETTER KIDS CITY TEAM One of the most important ways to serve at Crossroads is in Kids City. Kids matter to Jesus and they should matter to us. So, there is a great role ready for you in KidsCity! We can’t wait to help you find it. More Info You are invited to join the Lutheran Advocacy Day at the Capital.  Lutherans and friends from across the state will gather at the Arizona Capitol for a day of advocacy on Monday, January 30, 2023 from 9:30am - 11:30am. There will even be an opportunity to meet with our state representatives.   REGISTER WE'RE MAKING A DIFFERENCE At Crossroads, we believe that one way we can worship God is by being generous with our finances. To give online sampling go to our Crossroads website or use the GIVE TODAY button.  We encourage you to set up your profile and use the reoccurring gift option.  It will only take a couple minutes enter your information.  You can also mail your gift to us at: Crossroads Church 2769 E. Combs Road Box 4 San Tan Valley, AZ 85140.  GIVE TODAY CROSSROADS AT A GLANCE Jan. 27             Toddler Time @ 9:30pm (Crossroads Church) Jan. 29             Worship Celebration @ 9:15am(Crossroads Church) Jan. 30             Lutheran Day at the Capitol @ 9:00am (Arizona State Capitol)                          DivorceCare Group @ 6:00pm (Crossroads Church) Feb. 1               C3 @ 6:30am (Crossroads Church) Feb. 5               Worship Celebration @ 9:15am(Crossroads Church)                            Covenant Sunday Feb. 6               Life Together @ 10:00am (Crossroads Church)                          Divorce Care @ 6:00PM (Crossroads Church)  Feb. 7               ASU Agape Ministry @ 10:30PM (ASU Student Union)                          Griefshare @ 6:30PM (Crossroads Church)  Feb. 8               Prayer Team Meeting @ 2:00PM (Online) PRAYER WALL There are many ways to offer and receive prayer at Crossroads.  Send your prayer request to Crossroads Prays.  Go to the Prayer Station during worship service and light a candle. Receive confidential prayer with a  A Prayer Team member.  THIS WEEK'S PRAYER & PRAISE: John Wells for continued healing  Debbie Wells as she continues to care for John Aaron Mathis family as they grief Aaron's passing Terrell P. for reconciliation with his family and life transitions Winter disciples as they travel during this season Laura D. discernment for God's direction as she journey's forward in faith  Praise God for blessings through The Station Coffee Company Bruce L. recovery from open heart surgery Norma as she continues with challenging health issues  Marin family recovery from illness    Donya healing as she battles cancer  All members of the Armed Forces Ukraine and all people across the world affected by aggression & war  All those affected by gun violence The Crossroads Livestream worship starts at 9:10am every Sunday.  Worship right alongside your friends at Crossroads each Sunday. 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