Announcements
Elementary Sunday School Class Pausing July - August
The elementary Sunday school class will not meet during July and August. Elementary aged kids will stay with their parents in service, and class will resume in September, during the new serving year. Kids, pick up a Sermon Notes for Kids sheet from the Resource Table to fill out during the service!
2023-2024 Small Group Sign Up
Small groups are a primary venue of care and prayer in the life of our church. We encourage everyone who calls CrossWay home to participate in one of our small groups. Please sign up for a small group for September 2023 to May 2024. The sign-up link and additional information are available on the members' portion of the church website. For planning purposes, please complete the sign-up no later than Sunday, August 20th. Thanks!
Lafto Church Update
We recently received our quarterly update from our missions partner, Lafto Church in Ethiopia.
Upcoming Events
Summer Park Meet-Ups | 9:30 - 11:30 AM | Thursdays in August
Let's hang out at the park this summer! Bring your coffee, kids, and/or pets. We will meet from 9:30 - 11:30 AM on Thursdays at Jacobus Park.
The Gospel and the Believer (Core Seminar) | Sun., July 30th - Aug 27th | 8:45 AM | Alverno
The gospel not only saves us from the wrath of God, but it is also meant to motivate us to love and good deeds (Titus 3:1-8). We believe it is an essential concept for every Christian to grasp and strive to walk in the good of. This seminar, taught by Dan, aims to equip us to make gospel connections in our everyday lives such that we are empowered toward living as God’s people.
Getting to Know CrossWay (Membership Class) | Sun., Aug. 6th & 13th | 12 - 2 PM | Miller Home
At CrossWay, we believe it is the Biblical pattern and privilege for every believer to publicly join themselves to a local church. If you are not yet an official member of CrossWay, we would highly encourage you to attend this class to learn more about our church and what it means to become a member. Lunch will be provided; so if you plan to attend, please RSVP with Kirk.
Elder Candidate Vote - Nick Matula | Aug 14th - 20th
A congregational vote to appoint Nick Matula for eldership is planned for Sunday, August 20th (Voting will be conducted electronically, starting August 14th; all members will be emailed a ballot).
Save the Date
Women's Ministry Kick Off | Fri., Aug. 25th | 7 - 9 PM | Dorhmann Home
Gospel-Shaped Cultural Engagement (Training Seminar) | Sundays in Sept. | 8:45 AM | Alverno
All-Church Small Group Kick Off | Tues., Sept. 5th | 7 - 8:30 PM | Stibbe Home
Women’s Sunrise Prayer | Sat., Sept. 9th | 6 AM | South Shore Park
Habits of Grace (Core Seminar) | Sun., Oct. 1st-Nov. 19th | 8:45 AM | Alverno
Instruction
Marriage Cohort | Second Sundays of the Month | 3:30 - 5 PM | Parks Home
Marriage is one of God’s greatest gifts, but also one of life’s greatest challenges. Therefore, we want to encourage couples to pursue marriages that thrive by the power of the gospel for the glory of God. The “Marriage Cohort” training seminar meets every second Sunday from 3:30-5 PM. Childcare may be available (if this is needed please see a host). A couple may join the cohort at any time, but they are encouraged to commit to a full twelve-cycle of sessions. Please note: homework is given; after all, marriage takes work! Please see Sam & Abby Park, or, Dan and Danica Allen for more details.
The Freedom of Self-Forgetfulness by Timothy Keller (Book Recommendation)
Our culture elevates self-esteem and self-worth. But this results in anxiety and insecurity as it leaves us needing constant validation. Instead, Tim Keller points us to 1 Corinthians 4 to propose that true peace is actually found by shifting the focus away from ourselves, freeing us from the tyranny of self-concern. By understanding and embracing the gospel message, we are released from obsessing over our own successes, failures, and what others, or even what we ourselves, think of us.
Where We Stand in the EFCA
The EFCA seeks to address social movements and cultural trends that can create division among us. The following is an important statement made at the recent national conference by EFCA President, Kevin Kompelien. This statement was approved by the EFCA Board of Directors and the EFCA Board of Ministerial Standing, the two boards elected by and accountable to the EFCA Conference, and affirmed by the EFCA District Superintendents. You can also read and download the statement online.
Finances
Online giving options are available via PayPal or Tithely.
Our weekly giving and year-to-date totals can be found on our website.
Sermon Materials
Current Series - The Gospel According to Mark | The Unexpected King
According to Mark, Jesus is the coming King who is bringing God's kingdom. But the sort of King he is, and the sort of kingdom he brings, is quite unexpected. Jesus is a king who suffers and serves. And he calls his followers, the citizens of his kingdom, to do likewise—to walk in his way and carry their cross.
Sermon Schedule
Access the sermon schedule on the members page of our website to review upcoming passages.
