CrossRoads Connect Weekly
Breath of God: Part 10
In the Breath of God series, we are exploring the Spirit who breathes life and power into our daily lives. The three key questions of the series are: Who is the Holy Spirit? Why do we need to know Him? How can we access His power? Visit the sermon series resource page to follow along and prepare your hearts week by week.
This Sunday, Pastor Jordan Cavanaugh speaks on Ephesians 6:17 which states, "Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God." It is important to be equipped with both a solid understanding of our salvation through Jesus Christ as well as the power of God's Word. The 'helmet of salvation' protects our minds, while the 'sword of the Spirit' empowers us to actively confront and overcome spiritual battles.
Everyone is welcome to worship in person this Sunday at 9am, 11am or 6pm or join the livestream at one of the morning services. Visit the livestream page or the Sunday services page to find more info.
Foods of the World
We've noticed the growing diversity of our church community, and we love seeing the Lord bring people from all corners of the globe to worship Jesus together. Taste of Nations is designed to be a space for you and your family to visit with others and share your culture by bringing your favourite ethnic dish. Whether you are joining us from across the ocean or you grew up across the street, we would love to have you join us for an afternoon of fellowship and food! Through this potluck, we are excited to honour and appreciate the many beautiful traditions and cultures within CrossRoads!
Sunday, November 24 at 12:30 pm in the Chapel
No cost or registration required. Feel free to reach out to kielu@crossroadschurch.ca with any questions.
Ends This Sunday!
Operation Christmas Child was designed to demonstrate God’s love in a tangible way to children in need around the world. Through this project, Samaritan’s Purse partners with local churches worldwide to provide children with a heartfelt gift, enclosed in a shoebox, and with the opportunity to hear about the greatest gift of all—Jesus Christ! Get involved in this initiative by: picking up a box and filling it, packing a box online, volunteering, donating, and/or praying.
Boxes are available in the Main Foyer for pick up and drop off until Sunday, November 24.
Pick up/drop off hours:
Sundays: 8:00am - 1:00pm & 5:30 - 8:00pm
Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 4:30pm
Closed Saturdays
Mental Health Epidemic
Known as the most connected generation, studies tell us Gen Z is the most isolated generation in history. Recent studies show that since 2010, anxiety, depression, self-harm, and suicide have all tripled. How do we help our kids and youth navigate this? How can we move forward in a helpful way? Join our Parent and Pastor seminar as we discuss ways to help Gen Z follow Jesus: The Mental Health Epidemic. This seminar is only for parents of youth but you can help us discover truth by praying for wisdom, guidance, and good questions as we take a deep dive into the biggest phenomenon of this day and age.
Sunday, November 24 at 6pm in the Youth Centre Fireside Room
Register for this seminar at crossroadschurch.ca/register.
Brunch & Treats
This December for Soup's On, we will have waffles, sausage, bacon, and toppings! This is a wonderful opportunity to get connected with new people; whether they are new to CrossRoads Church, or just new to you. So spread the word—invite friends, family, or strangers—maybe invite someone new you met during the service! Pay on the registration or drop by and pay on the day. Payment options are listed on the registration.
New to CrossRoads? Head to our newcomers tables in the cafe. We'd love to get to know you and answer questions you may have about CrossRoads.
Please note: For the 6pm service we will not have waffles, but instead we will have treats and lattes in the Café! The Café will be closed during the morning and afternoon, and will open after the 6pm service.
Sunday, December 1, after each service in the Café/Gym
Cost is $5/person (ages 5 & under free).
Family of 4 or more (if over age of 5) is capped at $20.
Register at crossroadschurch.ca/register.
An Evening in the Sea
Explore an ocean of fun as daddies and daughters dive into activities, including a treasure hunt! Enjoy snacks, music, and unforgettable moments while strengthening the special bond between father and daughter. Don't miss out on a fin-tastic night filled with laughter, fun, and treasures beneath the sea!
Monday, November 25 at 6:30pm, in the Chapel
For dads and daughters ages 3 & 4
$10 per participant
Register at crossroadschurch.ca/register.
Loss in the Holidays
Are you dreading the holidays, knowing that everything has changed and that happy memories from past years can’t be recreated? Surviving the Holidays: GriefShare is made for people who are grieving a loved one’s death. The class offers tools to help you understand how to deal with the many emotions that arise during the holidays, what to do about traditions and expected changes, provides helpful tips for surviving social events, and how to discover hope for your future. There is no charge for this event, but if you would like to use a participant guide, it is available in class for $5 (cash only).
Tuesday, December 17, at 7pm, in Room 207
Sign up for this event by December 10 on the groups catalogue.
Broken Families at Christmas
Surviving the Holidays is a one night seminar that we offer yearly for those who are struggling with the complications that come with the Christmas season. Whether you are grieving a loved one or dealing with a separation in your family, Surviving the Holidays provides you with tools to help you get through the season in the smoothest way possible.
Christmas can be extremely difficult for people in a separation or divorce. Family events are broken up. Anxieties are high. Social gatherings can feel stressful. You can lessen the emotional impact by knowing what to expect and by being prepared. Surviving the Holidays will give you the tools to survive the coming holiday with a measure of peace and assurance. There is no charge for this event, but if you would like to use a participant guide, it is available in class for $5 (cash only).
Monday, December 16, at 7pm in Room 207
Sign up for this event by December 9 on the groups catalogue.
Christmas Family Event
Behold The King is a fun-filled evening for families with kids in Kindergarten to Grade 6 to prepare hearts and celebrate Jesus's birth together. Dress up in royal attire (prince, princess, queen, knight) and enjoy lots of royal-themed interactive activities! Let's adore Jesus as King through a feast, worship and make some hands-on creations. This Christmas event is the perfect opportunity to reach our community with the love of Jesus! Invite your friends, bring your family, and let's spread the joy and celebrate Christ our Saviour!
Cost: $20/family (younger siblings are welcome)
December 19th, from 6:30pm-8:00pm in the K-6 area
Register at crossroadschurch.ca/register.
Strength for Your Journey Through Grief
Join us for an evening of music and encouragement as we recognize the weight of grief, a burden that often feels even heavier during the holiday season. Hope in the Holidays is an evening filled with authentic stories from the TenHoves (members of our church family), who will share their personal journeys through profound loss. They will testify to God’s unwavering presence, carrying them through their hardest moments and leading them to a place of healing and hope. We invite you to experience this evening with us, where you will find community, resources, and support to remind you that you are not alone in this journey.
Wednesday, December 4, at 7pm in the Sanctuary
No registration or ticket cost - come as you are!
Find more info on Hope in the Holidays at crossroadschurch.ca/hopeintheholidays.
Serving Opportunities
We are so thankful for our Kids Ministry serve team that helps out every Sunday! Are you looking to get involved but cannot commit to Sundays? Here are two serve opportunities that you can do any day of the week:
Baking: We like to show our appreciation for our Sunday serve team by providing muffins or cookies to enjoy during their morning meetings. If you have a knack for baking, we'd love if you could help us out and bake a dozen or so treats to share with our serves as a thank you for all they do! Drop off your baking during the week in the Kids Ministry office, or bring it on a Sunday morning to give to one of the Kids Ministry staff. For more info, please reach out to priscilap@crossroadschurch.ca.
Classroom Help: We are looking for enthusiastic people to help up sort and organize our Sunday School classroom supplies and maintain our kids hospitality boxes. This time commitment is very flexible - you get to set up your own day and time to come! Volunteer by yourself or bring a friend. If you are interested please contact jaqit@crossroadschurch.ca.
Food & Clothing Donations
We would like to express our gratitude to those who have contributed to the food and clothing bins in the café. Through the schools, we are using these supplies to meet the physical needs of vulnerable families. We have also been able to share with other organizations as the needs have arisen. Your generosity has not gone unnoticed! May you be blessed as you have blessed others.
Explore, Discover and Grow
Want to learn more about Spiritual Gifts? This coming January, we are looking forward to spending some time together exploring the gifts of the Holy Spirit! Learn about what types of gifts they are, which one you have, how each gift contributes to the church body, and how we can grow in those gifts we have been given.
If you are interested in being a part of this group, please sign up on the group HERE. We will contact group members closer to the start date to discuss the best options for dates and times.
Find and sign up for more groups on the Groups Catalogue at crossroadschurch.ca/groups.
Relationship Growth
The Marriage Enrichment Weekend is a special and unique time away for you and your spouse to escape daily life and dedicate 48 hours to focus on your relationship. Learn from a team of married couples as they present on various topics, God's biblical principles, and their real-life experiences. This weekend provides an opportunity to spend quality time together at a beautiful retreat center and dedicate time to learn different techniques for a healthy marriage. Register you and your spouse to explore and strengthen your marriage.
January 17-19 at Sanctum Retreat Center near Caroline
Cost: $350 per couple
Register by January 9 at crossroadschurch.ca/register.
Supporting CrossRoads
To give to the ministry at CrossRoads and those we support, we encourage you to choose either of these options:
ONLINE BANKING: please contact finance@crossroadschurch.ca for your payee account number.
E-TRANSFER: please use giving@crossroadschurch.ca as the recipient. In the notes section of the e-transfer, specify where you would like the giving designated to: General, Missions or Building. If no designation is made, it will be allocated to the General Fund. To receive a year-end donation receipt, please also include your address in the notes section.
Other giving options can be found at crossroadschurch.ca/giving.
If You're New, Welcome!
If you have recently moved to Central Alberta or are newer to CrossRoads, we would love to get to know you! We can help you plug in, find friendship and connect in the CrossRoads community. Our Pastor of Community Life, Jordan Cavanaugh, would love to connect with you—email Jordan at jordanc@crossroadschurch.ca and tell him a little about yourself and your family.
You can also visit crossroadschurch.ca/welcome for a quick intro, or text 'welcome' to 1-833-313-1305 to start a conversation. So glad to have you with us!
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How Can We Pray For You?
Following each service, prayer team members are ready to pray with you. If you join us in person, prayer is available in the Sanctuary. If you're watching online, let us know your prayer request by sharing it here. Someone will then follow-up with you to pray together.
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." - Philippians 4:6
Other Upcoming Events
Hope Mission Gift Drive
As Christmas approaches, Hope Mission Red Deer would like to invite you to join them as they serve local families in need. Annually, they offer gifts to families in need who have also been attending their Kids In Action program. This year we would love to bless 30 families with gifts to enhance their Christmas celebrations. Hope Mission is collecting donations (list attached) or financial blessings to purchase gifts until December 6, when they plan to bless the families.
Donations can be dropped off at Hope Mission Red Deer at 5833 - 53 Ave
Please provide your gifts before December 6.
Christian Artist Concert
We are so excited to welcome multiple Christian artists this Christmas season! Listen to artists Paul Baloche, Brooke Nicholls, and Joel Auge with the band as they re-imagine classic carols and exalt Jesus together. The Christmas Worship Tour embodies Paul Baloche’s 30-year mission in ministry; to equip worshipers with songs and resources that help them express glory to God.
Friday, December 6 at 7:00pm in the Sanctuary
Before tickets run out, register by visiting uniteproductions.com.
School Seeking Volunteers
One of the schools we partner with on the north end of Red Deer is seeking volunteers! We would love if a volunteer(s) would be willing to help with "Power Hour" for Grades 1-4: read with students, assist with signing in/out books, help put books away, and keep the library in order. This commitment would be weekly on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 8:00am to 10:00am.
We are also seeking a volunteer to help with organizing the "boutique". This school assists in providing clothing for many students and families. While they are so appreciative of clothing donations to help support these families, the boutique can become very unruly and it is difficult to keep organized. We are looking for volunteers to help out once every 1-2 months.
Get more info or get involved with this school in these areas by contacting missions@crossroadschurch.ca.
