Peter A. Hovis

This Week at Crossroads I 9.01.22

RJ Hamster

A NEW SERIES ON FORGIVENESS
This new series explores the importance of forgiveness in our lives. God’s forgiveness is a merciful gift that influences and transforms how we deal with our own brokenness and that of others. God’s delicate balance of law and forgiveness teaches us how to confess, repent, forgive, and reconcile as we live out Jesus’ expectation that we forgive. This week we will explore a Christian view of forgiveness.  Join us as we explore what it means to  “put off the old self and put on the new self”.
Scriptures This Week:
Ephesian 4:17-32
Luke 7:36-48

Huddle/Study Questions:

  1. What is one thing that stood out to you from this week’s message?
  2. What things did/does God ask you to “put off” to live new life in Christ?
  3. If forgiveness cost Jesus his life, why do we think it will be easy for us? How do you find strength to forgive others when they have wronged you?
  4. What were you taught to believe about anger? How does the idea that anger isn’t a bad thing challenge those beliefs? What does it look like to have righteous anger?
  5. Think about a time when you gave forgiveness to someone or you received forgiveness from someone. How did it change the relationship?
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
You’re invited to our All Church gathering on September 7th.  This monthly online gatherings are vital to our mission, to equipping you as a Crossroads disciple of Jesus and to maintaining unity within our growing community.  During C3 you can expect:
  • Celebrate stories of God at work
  • Connect with other people and leaders at Crossroads
  • Contribute to the journey ahead
  • Spiritual focus and investment

Once you register the Zoom link will automatically be sent to you.  Contact Kelly if you have a technical issue or you do not receive the link.
REGISTER HERE
HYMNS AND HOPS 
Looking for a great opportunity to invite your friends, family, neighbors and co-workers to explore faith in a fun and non-threatening environment?  Invite them to our 4th Hymns and Hops Fest.  Join us as we raise our glasses, voices and funds.  A portion of the proceeds from this event will go to FUSD teachers.
Beer: $5
Water & Sodas:  $1
CHURCH CLEAN UP DAY
SEPT. 17 I 9am-11am

This is a great time to come out in fellowship with others to ‘shine up’ the church and make it a more welcoming place for all.  There are many jobs large and small, inside and out including helping organize snacks and drinks for the hungry crew.  No experience necessary and all ages welcome. Let us know you’re coming, email Kelly by Sept. 16, 2022.
MEET GOD
Prayer is essential to our spiritual growth.  We also encourage others by prayer for their needs.  If you have a prayer request, submit here.  Our prayer ministry meets on Sunday before worship service and Wednesdays online.  If you would like to join in our prayer ministry CONNECT HERE.
BAPTISM AT CROSSROADS

Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father nd the Song and the Holy Spirit. -Matthew 28:19

We believe the sacrament of baptism is a beautiful life-changing event. In baptism, we trust that God is active in cleansing us from our sin, we are claimed as children of God and we receive the free gift of God’s grace.  Whether as an infant or an adult, we trust that in baptism, we are joined to the life, death and resurrection of Jesus!  Contact Pastor Charles Newman to discuss getting you or someone you know baptized.
MEET FRIENDS
Grandparents Day 2022
In honor of Grandparents’ Day, KidsCity will host our annual Bake-off for the coveted Golden Spoon Award.  Bakers are invited to enter their best cookies for this year’s contest.  Bring your best cookies on Sunday, September 11th by 9am to enter the contest.  KidsCity kids will judge the best cookie and hand out the Golden Spoon Award for 2022 at the end of the worship celebration.
Agape, a Crossroads ministry at ASU Poly is in full swing for the Fall semester.  We want to offer three ways you can support this ministry:
1. Help Feed Students – Every Monday at 5:30pm students gather for a meal. They can always use cooks and cookie bakers.
2. Join Our Leadership Team as we seek to grow and expand this ministry. If you’re interested on the leadership team contact Pastor Charles.
3. Volunteer to clean, garden or stock the food closet at the ministry house.

To learn more about Agape ministry and how you can make life better for students contact Rachel Evans.
WELCOME BACK WINTER DISCIPLES & FRIENDS GATHERINGS
OCT 24, Nov. 14, JAN. 23
Everyone is welcome! We especially invite all our friends who worship with us during the winter months. Come meet new friends, hear what’s happening at Crossroads and the vision for 2023 from Pastor Charles.  Attend one of these informative gatherings.  All gatherings will be held at Crossroads at 10:00am.
MAKE LIFE BETTER
JOIN THE GENEROSITY MINISTRY TEAM

This ministry team focuses on creating a culture of generosity at Crossroads.  The team organizes efforts for Crossroads disciples and friends to show their generosity to one another and to our neighbors.  This team supports our yearly generosity campaign that highlights ways we seek to be generous with our resources.  If you would like to join this team, please contact Pastor Charles. 
There are many opportunities to serve through Crossroads and beyond.  We encourage everyone to serve in ministry.  Consider the following opportunities:
The Station Coffee Company, is a fully functioning coffee shop located at 130 N. Main Street in historic downtown Florence.  This outreach ministry of Crossroads is dedicated to building community one cup at a time and support community development locally and globally.  If you haven’t been to The Station Coffee Company,  Pastor Charles would love to meet you for coffee and give you a tour. To schedule call Kelly Dunlap at the church office (480) 849-2465.
GIVE HERE
CROSSROADS AT A GLANCE
Sept. 6           Coffee and Caring @ 2:30pm (ASU Poly Student Union)

Sept. 7           C3 All Church Gathering @ 6:30pm (Online)

Sept. 11         Grandparent’s Day Cookie Bake-Off @ 9:00 (Crossroads Church)
Hymns and Hops @ 3pm-5pm (Crossroads Church)

Sept. 12         Agape Meal @ 5:30pm (Agape Ministry House)

Sept. 13         Coffee and Caring @ 2:30pm (ASU Poly Student Union)

Sept. 17.         Fall Clean Up 9:00am-11:00am (Crossroads Church)

Sept. 18         FORM Young Adults @ 6pm (TBA)

Sept. 19         Agape Meal @ 5:30pm (Agape Ministry House)

Sept. 20         Coffee and Caring @ 2:30pm (ASU Poly Student Union)

Sept. 26         Agape Meal @ 5:30pm (Agape Ministry House)

Sept. 27        Coffee and Caring @ 2:30pm (ASU Poly Student Union)

Oct. 2            FORM Young Adults @ 6pm (Crossroads Church)

Oct. 3            Agape Meal @ 5:30pm (Agape Ministry House)

Oct. 4            Coffee and Caring @ 2:30pm (ASU Poly Student Union)

Oct. 5            C3 All Church Gathering @ 6:30pm (Online)

Oct. 10         Agape Meal @ 5:30pm (Agape Ministry House)

Oct. 11          Coffee and Caring @ 2:30pm (ASU Poly Student Union)

Oct. 15          Annual Meeting @ 9:00am (Crossroads Church)

Oct.16           Barefoot Sunday @ 9:15 (Crossroads Church)
FORM Young Adults @ 6:30pm (TBA)

Oct. 17          Agape Meal @ 5:30pm (Agape Ministry House)

Oct. 18          Coffee and Caring @ 2:30pm (ASU Poly Student Union)

Oct. 24          Winter Disciple & Friends Gathering 10:00am (Crossroads Church)
Agape Meal @ 5:30pm (Agape Ministry House)

Oct. 25          Coffee and Caring @ 2:30pm (ASU Poly Student Union)

Oct. 29.          Fall Festival/Trunk or Treat 5:00pm -7:00pm (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:

  • Mavis’ daughter Kelly as she recovers from surgery
  • Sherilyn T. as she recovers from eye surgery
  • Joanne Hock at the passing of her husband Loren
  • Gary S. as he continues with his recovery and healing
  • Florence Unifed School District
  • Aaron Mathis who has been diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer
  • Arizona State University first year and returning students
  • Sydney Newman as she starts her senior year at Grambling University
  • Emily Lambert as she begins her first year at Northern Arizona University
  • All members of the Armed Forces
  • Ukraine and all people across the world affected by aggression & war
  • All those affected by gun violence
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