Revelation 1 | Unveiled Hope
This week we’re starting a new series I’m super excited about. And honestly, a little intimidated by.
We’ll be studying the book of Revelation for the next 21 weeks. Don’t panic — we won’t be doing it straight through. We’ll break it up to make it more manageable. But for most of this school year, we’ll be living in this book together.
I’m curious how that makes you feel as you read this.
Some of you are thrilled. Finally, Levi is going to tell us which world leader is the Antichrist. (Is it Putin? Trump? Obama? A tech CEO? Sally from accounts? Canada? Honestly, Canadians are way too nice, so they’re definitely up to something.) Finally, we’ll find out how AI is fulfilling prophecy, how data centers are the Beast of Babylon rising from the sea, and why using Apple Pay, subscribing to Netflix/Prime/Disney+ or drinking Bud Light is the Mark of the Beast!
If that’s what you’re hoping for… prepare to be disappointed.
Treating Revelation like a prophetic Da Vinci Code we’re supposed to crack using modern news headlines isn’t just exhausting — it’s irresponsible. But sadly, it’s how most of us come at this book. The result? We have a complicated relationship with it. Fear. Confusion. A vague sense that we’re not smart enough to figure out the math.
My hope as we walk through this together is to clear the clutter. I want to give you what I believe this book was actually designed to give — not just to first-century Christians receiving John’s letter, but to us, right now, in this present age. Not some future generation down the road when the end finally begins.
The apocalypse is now. “Apocalypse” simply means unveiling. And John’s apocalypse unveils hope for a church, a people of God who are hard-pressed but never crushed.
We’re going to read this book the way it was written to be read: for real people under real pressure who needed to see what is really true, reality as it really is!
This Sunday in Revelation 1, we’re going to look at what John saw as he worshipped on a lonely rock in the Aegean Sea. What he saw got him off the floor and back on his feet, filled with hope.
I think it’ll do the same for us.
Bring someone who needs hope. See you Sunday.
Want to get a head start? Resources for Revelation: Click Here
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Friends OVER 50!
This week’s Friends Over 50 event will be a simple “Food and Fellowship” gathering in the Crossroads Cafe. Attendees are encouraged to bring a finger food and or dessert to share. Games and friends are always welcome. We’ll meet on Sunday, September 13th from 6-8PM. This is an informal time of fellowship and connection.
Fall Connect Groups Are Here!
Life is better together! Connect Groups are kicking off throughout the first few weeks of September, and we can’t wait to help you get plugged in, build meaningful relationships, and grow in your faith this season.
Explore our groups:
🧶 Interwoven: Missions, Prayer & Crafts
- When: Meets 2nd & 4th Tuesdays| 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
📖 Women’s Group: Romans — From Guilt to Glory
- When: Every Tuesday (Starting September 15th) | 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
🌸Women’s Connect Group: James
- When: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
🪵 Men’s Connect Group
- When: Every Thursday (Now Meeting) | 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
🏡 Blended Families Group
- When: Every other Wednesday (Now Meeting) | 6:15 PM – 8:15 PM
📲 Click here to sign up or explore all Fall Connect Groups!
☕ Help Us Create a Space for Community at the Crossroads Café!
Food and coffee have a special way of helping us connect and build community! We are looking for volunteers to join our team to help set up the Café, as well as food providers to bring in fresh fruit or baked goods (homemade or store-bought are both great!).
- Setup Volunteers: Help prepare the coffee and snacks before services.
- Food Providers: Bring fresh fruit, pastries, or baked goods to share.
Interested in serving? Contact Tiffany Benson at (567) 694-9951 to get plugged in!
✏️ Crossroads Kids Volunteer Training ✏️
Thank you to all of our amazing volunteers who came out for Kids Ministry training!
If you weren’t able to make it, no worries—please reach out to Lynne to make sure you’re up to date on important upcoming changes for Crossroads Kids.
📣 Heads Up: Training for our Student/Teen volunteers is right around the corner! Stay tuned for dates and time details.
Student & Teen Assistants:
- Sunday, September 13th & 20th:
- Upper Room
- 10:15 AM
- Snacks & Training
💔 Understanding the Wounded Heart | Registration now OPEN❤️
October 16th–17th | Deeper Walk Seminar
Life brings beauty, but it also brings pain, disappointment, and emotional wounds that can leave us feeling stuck. Whether you are walking through a difficult season or simply desiring a closer walk with God, this weekend is designed for you!
Join us for a transformative two-day seminar filled with worship, prayer, and practical biblical teachings on healing wounded hearts, building joy, capturing negative thoughts, practicing forgiveness, and listening prayer.
Seminar Details:
- Location: North Clinton Church | 831 W Linfoot St, Wauseon, OH
- Friday, Oct 16: Doors open at 6:00 PM (Evening Session & Snacks)
- Saturday, Oct 17: Doors open at 8:00 AM (Morning Session)
👉 Click here to register online for $20 and secure your spot today!
✈️ High School Missions Trip 2027 | Dominican Republic ✈️
Is your student interested in being part of our upcoming Youth Mission Trip? We’d love to share the vision with you! Join us for one of our upcoming Parent Information Sessions to learn all the details about the trip, dates, cost, and exciting fundraising opportunities to help get your student there.
- Sunday, September 13th @ 10:30am in the Youth Room
- OR
- Wednesday, September 16th @ 6pm in the Youth Room
Attendance at one of these sessions is the best way to get all your questions answered and help your student prepare for an impactful trip.
Want to learn more or have questions before taking the next step? Reach out to Brett Yungmann for details!
