Revelation 2 | What’s the Point?
When is the last time following Jesus cost you something you actually wanted to keep?
If we’re honest, it is incredibly easy to build a comfortable faith that doesn’t actually demand anything from us. And there is a specific reason we do it: When you lose sight of Jesus, following him costs more than you think he’s worth.
This Sunday, we’re looking at three groups of people who found three very different ways to play it safe. They wanted to have their cake and eat it too. One had all the right answers, but lost their heart. One kept the peace, but compromised the truth. And one was so desperate to be inclusive that they forgot what they actually stood for.
They all ended up with a faith that looked great on the outside, but missed the entire point. Join us this Sunday as we talk about the danger of a “nothing sandwich” Christianity, and what it looks like to get the real thing back.
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Child Dedication | Sunday, October 4th
Children are a precious gift from God! Child Dedication is a special opportunity for parents to publicly commit to raising their children in a Christ-centered home, inviting our church family to walk alongside them, encourage them, and pray for their family.
If you would like to dedicate your child during our gatherings on October 4th, we’d love to celebrate this milestone with you!
Moneywise | A 5-Week Biblical Finance Class
Are you looking to get on the right track with your finances, or simply want to learn more about managing your money well? Whether you are married, single, or engaged—and whether you are thriving financially or currently struggling—this class is for everyone.
Join us for a 5-week journey exploring biblical principles on stewardship, budgeting, generosity, debt, and saving. Our goal is to help you understand what the Bible says about money and to partner with you in practically applying it to your own unique situation.
What We’ll Cover:
- Week 1: Stewardship – Learn what it means to be a steward, managing possessions that ultimately belong to God.
- Week 2: Spending Plan – Living on a budget isn’t strictly required in the Bible, but we believe it is a very wise practice.
- Week 3: Generosity – Explore how our faith and heart posture toward God animate why, where, and how much we give.
- Week 4: Debt – While the Bible doesn’t prohibit the use of debt, it does offer strong warnings against it. We’ll discuss why limiting debt is the best path forward.
- Week 5: Saving – Discover the wisdom of saving for a reason and saving for a season.
The Details:
- When: Starts Sunday, October 18th from 9:00 AM to 10:15 AM (during the first gathering). The class will meet at this time for 5 consecutive weeks.
- Cost: $25 (covers the price of your class workbook).
- How to Sign Up: You can fill out the sign-up sheet at the Connect Center this Sunday, or register electronically using the link below.
☕ 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 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!
🌟 Local Ministry Spotlight | LifeWise Academy (Patrick Henry)🌟
Over the next few weeks, we are excited to highlight local LifeWise programs to show how God is moving in our area schools! We’re kicking off our series with LifeWise Patrick Henry. Here is a quick update on how God is working and how you can get involved:
- Student Impact: Currently serving 250 students (K–8th grade), with numbers set to grow as new classes and kindergarteners join soon!
- Volunteer Need: 3 drivers needed! Drivers transport up to 13 kids at a time in Chevy vehicles (no bus license required). Volunteers serve for just a short time, one morning a week.
- Building Campaign: Praying and fundraising for a new building! The land, drawings, surveys, and utilities are ready—they need $450,000 in funding to break ground.
- Prayer Requests: Praise God for a steady volunteer team over the past 4 years! Please pray for their new director and two new teachers to transition smoothly, and for growth in their newly added 6th–8th grade enrollment.
Click here to volunteer, donate, or enroll a student!
