Bulletin 10.27.24

WELCOME: If you are visiting with us today, welcome! We hope you will take a moment to complete a Connection Card from a chair back or complete one online here. Please return your completed card to a member of the Guest Services team to received a free gift. 

DISCOVER GATHERING: If you are new to Crossroads, consider joining us for "Discover" which is a small group gathering that meets regularly to give you the opportunity to meet church leadership and learn more about our church. St. Andrews hosts a Discover the first Sunday of the month at 9:30 a.m. and the Chapin Campus hosts a discover quarterly. Click a link above to learn more and sign-up to attend! 

GLOBAL ACCESS LUNCHEON: Join the P-Family for a potluck-style luncheon at 12:30pm on November 3 to share how God is leading them to bring the Gospel to South Asia. Come ready to engage with stories, share insights, and enjoy a rich cultural experience featuring delicious food (please bring a dish to share) and fellowship. This is a free event, but space is limited. No childcare is provided - plan to attend with your family! Click here to RSVP now. 

GIVING: If you would like to give financially to Crossroads, you can do so by cash, check (payable to Crossroads Church), or online here. Please drop your cash or check donation to a give box located in the back of the sanctuary or in the lobby.

YOUTH FALL RETREAT: We invite all youth students to join us on November 8-10 for our fall retreat!! Our fall youth retreat, Rooted, is a great opportunity for youth students to dig deeper in their faith and friendships while also having fun! The cost is $80/student and includes 2 nights, 5 meals (Friday dinner – Sunday breakfast) + programming. We'll be staying overnight in host homes - grades 6-12 are welcome to attend. Click here for more details or to register! If you have any questions please feel free to email Evan Dyson at Evan@columbiacrossroads.org.

WOMEN'S BINGO NIGHT: Join Crossroads Women on Thursday, November 7, for a night of fun and fellowship over BINGO! We’ll meet in Auditorium B and start at 7 pm. Feel free to bring a friend! For questions or more information, reach out to Hope Wright at hopewindsorwright@gmail.com.

TASTE & SEE EVENT: Crossroads Church will be hosting a mental health movie night presented by Forever Changed Ministries. This "Taste & See Event" will showcase a short video featuring the Byxbe Family and tackle the topic of depression from the viewpoints of a wife, mother, and husband. You'll watch a heartening film while engaging in decadent desserts and warm conversations. The event will take place from 7-9 p.m. at Crossroads Church on Friday, November 22. Click here for event details or to purchase tickets! 

CHRISTMAS SHOEBOXES: Operation Christmas Child with Samaritan's Purse has officially started! This international ministry provides simple gifts to children all around the world in Jesus' name. Stop by the outreach table in the lobby to claim a shoebox to fill and return to the church lobby by Sunday, November 17! 

GREAT WOLF LODGE GETAWAY: We are returning to Great Wolf Lodge January 3-4, 2025! We have reserved up to 20 rooms for our Crossroads families to book at a discounted price using offer code 2501CROS. Last day to access the group rate is December 1! Click here to book your spot online. If you have any questions feel free to reach out to Evan Dyson at evan@columbiacrossroads.org. 

JOIN A SERVE TEAM: If you aren't currently on a ministry team at Crossroads, we'd love you to find your place to serve! Click here to express your interest and someone from our leadership team will be in touch. 

UPDATE CONTACT INFO: Have you moved recently or would like to update your contact information easily in our church database? Click here to update your information. Be sure to select the box to "update your profile" with your new information!