601 Bonaparte Drive

Napoleon, OH 43545

(419) 452-4633

Office Hours: Mon. - Thurs. 8AM-4:30PM

Embrace the Suck | Matthew 6:16-18

This Sunday, we’re looking at the most “miserable” and physically annoying discipline in the Christian life: Fasting. Let’s be honest, we live in a culture that treats comfort as a constitutional right. We’ve been trained to scroll when we’re bored, eat when we’re stressed, and medicate when we’re uncomfortable. As a result, many of us are physically stuffed but spiritually starving.

Join us as we dive into Matthew 6:16–18. We’ll look at why Jesus assumes His followers will fast, how to stage a “coup” against the dictatorship of our own desires, and why an empty stomach is often the best way to realize that we are already invited to a better feast.

Remember, we’re training for life with God!  Training for reigning!

Join us on Sunday at 9AM  or 11AM.


Leadership at Crossroads | Meet Our Management Team Candidates

We are thrilled to introduce Dave Rozelle and Julie Embree as candidates for the Management Team. From Dave’s background in construction management and church trusteeship to Julie’s executive leadership and heart for children’s ministry, these two individuals are wonderful examples of biblical stewardship.

This Sunday, February 22nd, we will hold a formal affirmation for Dave and Julie during our morning gatherings. We invite you to join us as we take this important step together in our “Vine and Trellis” leadership model.

To get to know Dave and Julie better and to understand the heart behind our leadership structure, and the upcoming affirmation process, please click the following link, Leadership at Crossroads: The Heart and the Skeleton.


🥩 Man Camp at Miracle Camp | March 20-22, 2026! 🪓

Looking for the manliest weekend of the year? Join us at Miracle Camp for a weekend of throwing hatchets, trap shooting, and eating incredible food! More importantly, it’s a powerful opportunity to grow in your faith alongside hundreds of other men, hear from a challenging chapel speaker, and worship together.

Don’t miss this chance to strengthen your walk with Christ while building friendships with other guys from Crossroads.

Ready to head to camp? Click here to register or contact Mark Rettig (419)944-9339 for more details!


Women’s Retreat | April 17–19, 2026

Looking for a weekend of refreshment and connection? Join us as we head to Miracle Camp for our annual Women’s Retreat! This is a wonderful opportunity to grow in your walk with Jesus alongside friends and worship with women from across the Midwest.

You’ll enjoy a perfect balance of soul-level refreshment through Biblical teaching sessions and powerful worship, alongside plenty of space for fun and conversation. Whether you want to relax with creative craft workshops and amazing food or find adventure on the zipline, high ropes course, and archery range, there is something for everyone. We would love to have you join our Crossroads group for this intentional weekend away—grab a friend and save the date!

Register Today or contact the church office for more details.


👕 New Crossroads Merch | Get yours TODAY!

We are excited to launch several brand-new designs in our Crossroads merch store! Whether you want to represent our mission with a We Are a People Who… tee or grab one of our new creative designs like Fishing for Men, Messiah, or Fruits of the Spirit, there is something for everyone. 🌟

Not only is this a great way to spark conversations about your faith, but it’s also an act of Generous Service, a portion of all proceeds goes directly to support our missions and outreach partners.

Go to Crossroads Napoleon Merch and grab your favorites today! 🎣🍇🌿


ConnectGroups | Training for a Life with God

Are you looking to move beyond just knowing about Jesus to actually living like Him? Join us as we dive into Practicing the Way. This study is designed to help us move from being casual observers to intentional apprentices of Jesus Christ, modeling our daily rhythms after His.

Ready to join?

For more details, email Abby or call the church office today to get your materials.

Click here to explore all the groups and find your fit!


The Equipped Home

Supporting parents as we seek to become more like Jesus in how we think, speak, and act. We are a people committed to empowering the next generation with the tools and resources they need to grow in faith and follow Jesus in every rhythm of family life.


☀️ Is Your Child Ready for the Best Summer Ever? ☀️

Are your kids ready for an unforgettable week of water trampolines, ziplines, and archery? Miracle Camp is the perfect place for them to grow in their faith while having a blast! We already have a group from Crossroads heading up for these specific weeks:

  • MS/JH Combo 1 (going into Grades 5–8): June 7–13
  • Grade School 1 (going into Grades 2–4): June 14–20

To ensure our students stay together, please request Crossroads Napoleon as your roommate preference during registration. We want to make sure every child can attend; if your child is ready for camp but the cost is a barrier, please reach out to Abby for information on financial support.


Child Dedication

Join us on Sunday, March 15th, for a special time of child dedication during both of our morning gatherings.

This is a beautiful opportunity for parents to publicly commit to raising their children in a home centered on Christ. As a church family, we will also commit to supporting these families on this incredible journey of faith.

If you are interested in having your child dedicated, please register by March 8th.


🎶 Easter Sunday | CR Kids are Singing! 🎶

We are so excited to announce that our CR Kids will be performing “Halle” by Phil Wickham on Easter Sunday during both of our morning gatherings! Your children only need to participate during the gathering your family typically attends.

While we will be practicing together in CR Kids leading up to Easter, we would love for you to help them prepare at home. It is a joyful, catchy song that we think you’ll find yourself singing right along with them! Playing it in the car or at home is a great way to equip them to lead us in worship with confidence.


🏛️ Save the Date | VBS 2026! 🏛️

Get ready to travel back in time! This summer, we are thrilled to partner again with NapNaz for an incredible Vacation Bible School adventure.

📜 Rome: The Underground Church We’ll join the Apostle Paul in the heart of the Roman Empire! We can’t wait to explore the courage and faith of the early church with your kids as we discover what it was like to follow Jesus during this pivotal time in history.

🗓️ The Details:

  • Who: Kids Age 3 through 4th Grade
  • When: Sunday, May 31 – Thursday, June 4
  • Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
  • Where: Here at Crossroads Napoleon

Keep an eye out for more details coming soon regarding sign-ups and ways you can join our team in Generous Service to help make this week happen.

We can’t wait to explore the ancient world with you! 🏛️🛡️⚔️


❄️ Ice Camp | Prayerful Pursuit ❄️

Our 8th–12th grade students and leaders are gearing up for an incredible weekend at Miracle Camp for Ice Camp! We are inviting our Crossroads family to join us in Prayerful Pursuit for this retreat.

After the both gatherings this Sunday, please grab a wristband from the lobby with the name of a specific student or leader. We ask that you pray for that person by name leading up to the trip, and especially while they are at camp, that their hearts would be softened and their lives transformed by the Holy Spirit.


Generous Service: Our Partners in Mission

We are a people who are generous with our time, abilities, and money. Below are the specific organizations and missions we support as we seek to be the hands and feet of Jesus.

🕊️ CPC 40th Annual Benefit Dinner & Auction

Crossroads is honored to partner with the CPC Women’s Health Resource as they celebrate 40 years of providing help, hope, and healing to our community. We invite you to join us for their Annual Benefit Dinner & Silent Auction to hear powerful stories of God’s faithfulness and support their mission to honor every life as a gift

The Details:

  • When: April 14, 2026 | 5:30 PM
  • Where: Archbold Evan Church| 705 Lafayette Street, Archbold, Ohio
  • Register: Sign up online at www.cpcnwo.org
  • Contact: 419-636-5692 or cpc@cpcnwo.org

Archive

The Link | February 12, 2026

In this week’s edition of the Link, we step off the “performance stage” to discover the true power of intimacy in the secret place of prayer and introduce our new Management Team candidates. Our debut of The Equipped Home section offers resources for parenting adult children and details for the CR Kids’ Easter performance, alongside sign-ups for Man Camp, the Women’s Retreat, and summer youth trips. Don’t forget to browse our brand-new Crossroads merch, where every purchase supports our mission partners through Generous Service!

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The Link | February 5 , 2026

This week in the Link, we tackle the weariness of a busy life by exploring the gift of Sabbath and how it’s designed for our flourishing rather than as a burden. You’ll also find introductions to our newest Management Team candidates, the launch of our mission-focused apparel, and important updates on upcoming retreats, VBS, and child dedications. Grab a coffee and dive in to see how you can join us in Generous Service and Prayerful Pursuit this season!

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Sabbath | God’s Gift of Rest and Renewal

The Sabbath is presented as a restorative gift from God designed for human flourishing rather than a rigid set of rules. It encourages an intentional 24-hour rhythm of stopping work, engaging in worship, and enjoying activities that refresh the soul and strengthen relationships. Ultimately, the practice is a personal invitation to trust in God’s provision while finding physical and spiritual renewal through rest and delight.

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Family Business | February 2, 2026

To help our church family understand how we are led, we utilize a “Vine and Trellis” model where our Elders provide spiritual shepherding, our Management Team oversees resource stewardship, and our Staff Team equips the congregation for daily ministry. This balanced structure ensures that we remain biblically grounded and operationally sustainable as we work together to help the lost get found and the found live free. We invite those who are fully engaged in this mission to join us in prayer and participate in the upcoming 2/3rds affirmation process for our new leadership candidates.

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The Link | January 28th , 2026

This week in The Link, we dive back into The Residency to discover how a “Rule of Life” can refresh a dry spiritual walk and move us from heavy obedience to Gospel joy. You’ll also find important updates on our summer VBS adventure in Rome, prayer requests for our students heading to Ice Camp, and several ways to engage in Generous Service with our mission partners.

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The Link | January 22nd , 2026

You’ll also find important winter weather updates, details for our upcoming Basque hosting lunch and VBS 2026, and several opportunities for Generous Service through our mission partners.

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