The Crossroads Newsletter
(May 16 - May 22)

News and Events

Next Steps
Sunday, May 23, 12:00-2:30
This event introduces you to Crossroads Church and helps you find your place to serve in the body of Christ. This event is required for those considering church membership with Crossroads Church, but we invite anyone to participate.  Lunch is served.  Sign up using your Connect Card or at: https://tinyurl.com/crossroadsnextsteps

Work Day- Date Change
Saturday, June 12  from 9 – 1
We need everyone who can to join us for a day of church maintenance and cleaning.  We will end the day with some great food from the grill.  If you see a project that needs to be done, use your Connect card.

Men’s Softball
Thursday nights
If you are interested in playing this summer, please contact Pastor Gavin (218-255-5249).  The cost is $50, and we are always looking for players from the church and outside the church as a ministry outreach.  

Last Wed. for Kid’s Ministry
May 12
Pastor Jordan will continue youth ministry, and Pastor Gavin will have children’s events during the summer.

Life Groups 
Crossroads is a church of Life Groups, not a church with life groups.  Life Groups exist to help individuals find community and grow in faith.  Check out the Life Groups page on our website, at our Welcome Center. or contact us to find a group that is a good fit for you.  https://crossroadsnorth.org/connect/life-groups

Boy’s Statewide Campout
May 21-23  The Woods at Lake Placid
For boys ages 8-18 who like tents and campfires!  Cost is $50 per camper.
 
Single Mom’s Retreat
June 4 – 5 at Lake Geneva Camp
Cost is $75.  Come prepared to be pampered & encouraged! https://mnbtg.org/retreat/

Summer Camps at Lake Geneva in Alexandria
Partial scholarships are available.  More information and registration https://crossroadsnorth.org/events/summer-camps-2021
 

• Kids’ Camp—June 18 - 21

Students going into grades 3 – 6 or ages 8 – 12 are invited to join us this week at camp.  This week is packed with powerful services and lots of super cool recreation activities! Registration & $230 are due May 21. 

• Family Camp—July 2 – July 11 

For all ages.  Come for one night or ten, but once you come, you’ll want to stay longer.  There are no registration fees—just food and housing costs!  Reserve your spot soon at lakegenevacamp.com.

• Combined Teen Camp—August 2- 6

Students going into 6^th 12^th grades will love this camp!  Cost is $245 if registered by July 5.  See Pastor Jordan for more info.

Ministry Opportunities
Nursery worker- contact Elise Reed (218) 255-0614
Youth Leader- contact Pastor Jordan Gunderson (218) 556-8070
Children’s Leaders/Helpers- Contact Pastor Gavin Reed (218) 255-5249
Prayer Ministry—Contact Erica Hubert (218) 556-0056
Usher- Contact Erica Hubert (218) 556-0056

Food Giveaway
Recently our church was blessed with a significant gift of meat and cheese.  In our food shelf freezer are 5 lb. bags of mozzarella cheese, 5 lb. bags of BBQ pork patties, and 5 lb. bags of chicken taco meat.  If you are in need or know a family in need, please complete a Connect Card or see Erica Hubert.

God’s Word for You Today
Daily devotionals are available at the Welcome Center table in the entry way.

Internet Feeds

• Every Sunday service is live streamed and recorded.  Available on Facebook Live and https://bemidjicrossroads.freeonlinechurch.com/live
• Pastor Gavin’s videos for children at crossroadsnorth.org/ministries/crossroads-kids

Check Out Our Online Calendar
Our website has a new updated calendar with dates for events and more information on what is happening at Crossroads. https://crossroadsnorth.org/events/church-calendar
 
Check out our website at crossroadsnorth.org/events for a more detailed description of all of our events plus any pertinent forms.

 

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