This Week at Crossroads I 07.13.23

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW God has created each of us with a plan for our lives. We are his handiwork and he longs for us to take part in the good work that he has for us to do. In order to come alive to this plan for our lives, we often have to die to the way we used to live. In the book of Acts, we learn of an interesting character name Saul who is persecuting the early church. He does it with zeal. He lives for it. But then, Saul encounters Jesus along the road to Damascus and he is miraculously transformed. His purpose is renewed as he no longer is hunting down Christians, but becomes a church planter and writes the vast majority of the new testament letters.    Listen to This Sunday's Playlist:  Build Your Kingdom Here  Cornerstone Shout to the Lord O The Blood of Jesus Great Things JOIN US IN-PERSON OR ONLINE at 9:15am  FACEBOOK LIVE YOUTUBE CHANNEL CROSSROADS ON-DEMAND We will offer a back to school blessing on Sunday, July 16th during the worship service.  All students and educators are encouraged to receive a special blessing for the start of a new school year.  We invite you to bring an item like your backpack, notebook or other school item with you for the blessings.    MEET GOD IT'S YOUR BIRTHDAY...GO CROSSROADS...IT'S YOUR BIRTHDAY! We are so grateful to God for blessing us down through the years.  While turning 9 years old is certainly a reason to rejoice, it means much more to us than just reaching a milestone in ministry.  We invite you join us for a special worship celebration as we share stories of Crossroads through the ages.  We look forward to you being a part as we reflect on all God has done, and the great things He has in store for Crossroads! MEET FRIENDS FAITH & FAMILY NIGHT I AUG 25th Join the D-backs and churches from across Arizona at Chase Field as we host Faith & Family Night on Friday, August 25 vs. the Cincinnati Reds.  This promises to be a special night of unity and fellowship, featuring postgame D-backs player testimonials and a Zach Williams postgame concert! All fans with a ticket to the D-backs game against the Cincinnati Reds can stick around and enjoy the postgame concert. For more information, please contact Nicole Crombie or Kelly Dunlap. Register For Ticket BACKYARD BASH I AUG. 6th Backyard Bash is a great opportunity to relax and have fun with family, friends, neighbors as we celebrate 9 years of ministry in San Tan Valley. We'll have music, food, water slides and games.  MAKE LIFE BETTER NICOLE CROMBIE I LOCAL & GLOBAL OUTREACH LEADER We are excited and blessed to announce that Nicole has agreed to volunteer to lead our local/global outreach ministries. She will specialize in coordinating church events as well as helping people in the community.  Nicole is involved in Women of Grace Missional Community and a regular volunteer at Hope Women's Center.  She is passionate about empowering and encouraging others to realize their full potential. Nicole’s biggest inspiration is her husband, Sean. She also shares her home with many rescue animals. Nicole believes that with God, prayer, and a positive outlook anything is possible.  Share your outreach hopes and dreams with her at Nicole Crombie.   TEACHER SUPPLY DRIVEI SUNDAY, JULY 30 We know school's out for summer!  Most AZ schools will resume in July.  According to AdoptAClassroom.org, teachers spend an average of $750 of their own money on school supplies. Many teachers spend even more, with 30% spending $1,000 out of their own pocket each school year on supplies for their own classrooms.  Crossroads will collect school supplies for teachers in FUSD to support their 2023-2024 school year.  Supply list will be available in July.  For more information contact Nicole Crombie.   HELP CROSSROADS RECEIVE $250.00 GRANTS FOR MINI PROJECTS Support the work of Crossroads while taking part in meaningful service, education and fundraising events for Crossroads.  Catherine O'Neal will provide the resources you need to get started and register the event. Once approved you will receive a Thrivent Action Team Kit and $250 gift card in seed money for the project.  The possibilities are endless.  Contact Nicole Crombie to register for Thrivent and a Thrivent Action Team Today!  LEARN MORE Will YOU PARTNER WITH US?  If you have ever considered setting up a recurring gift, now is the perfect time! Crossroads has more opportunities than ever to engage in Kingdom movements locally and around the world. Would you consider being part of this work financially?  To give online simply go to our Crossroads website or use the GIVE TODAY button.  There you can give a one time gift or set up your profile and use the reoccurring gift option.  It only takes a couple minutes.  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 July 16         Worship Celebration @ 9:15am (Crossroads Church)                      Back To School Blessing (during worship service July 17-20    Roster Leaders' Conference (Phoenix, AZ) July 23         Worship Celebration @ 9:15am (Crossroads Church) July 25         Prayer Team Meeting @ 2:00pm (Online) July 30         Worship Celebration @ 9:15am (Crossroads Church) 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: Earl R. (Vicki's Denman's uncle) as he battle's cancer Betsy H. healing from Valley Fever   Nicole C. for new medical treatments Gary S. healing    McGee family the loss of their infant son  Alexis T. answer from neurological examination  Scott Sandstrom family at his passing  Tommy continued healing from his surgery  Juan Gonzales continued healing through physical therapy  Gathered By Grace Lutheran Church  Terrell P. for reconciliation with his family and life transitions Praise God for blessings through The Station Coffee Company Norma as she continues with challenging health issues   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 PICS OF THE WEEK Left: Our very own Sawaia celebrates her 14th birthday this week!   Right: Nicole Crombie packs her car full of food and clothes from the Hope Women's Center to distribute at the Navajo Lutheran Mission this week.   Copyright © 2023 Crossroads Church, All rights reserved. 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