Revelation 2:8-11; 3:7-13 | Held
This Sunday, let’s talk about grip.
We all hold on to something. Money. Comfort. Our reputation. A busy schedule. Maybe a storage unit full of stuff we haven’t touched in years. Most of us hold those things a lot tighter than we’d like to admit.
At the end of the Bible, Jesus sends short letters to seven small churches. Two of them were poor, pushed out, and barely hanging on. They’d lost everything people usually look to for strength and reassurance. No growth. No influence. No power. Nothing that would prove they were doing it right. And yet those are the only two Jesus has nothing bad to say about.
So what were they holding on to? And what would He find in our hands?
Join us this Sunday as we look at what these two churches got right, and why holding on to Jesus might be what finally frees us from gripping everything else so tightly.
Want to get a head start? Resources for Revelation: Click Here
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Crossroads Leadership Loop-in | Sunday, October 4th 6-7PM
True leadership is about influence, not a title. Our elders, management team, and staff have been praying, watching where God is moving, and wrestling with where He is calling us next. We are so fired up about these conversations that we want to bring our entire church family into them for an open, honest look at the future of Crossroads Napoleon!
What to Expect During the Hour:
- Who We Are & Where God Is Moving: Re-grounding in our core vision—helping the lost get found and the found live free—plus hearing three powerful, real-life stories of God at work in our church.
- Where He Is Leading Us: Exploring a relational shift toward deeper connections (“Smaller, Slower, Lesser, Lower”), how we are equipping you to do the work of ministry, and prayerful considerations around our people, facilities, and church schedule.
- United Prayer & Feedback: Closing with intentional prayer for leadership wisdom, unity, lost individuals in Henry County, and surrendered plans.
We’re not rolling out new programs or announcing fixed decisions—we simply want to share our heart, open clear lines of communication, and invite you to join us in prayer.
👶 Childcare is provided!
☕ 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!
💔 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!
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.
💍 Marriage Matters 💍
October Investing in your marriage doesn’t have to wait for a crisis—it starts with a simple step!
In the busyness of everyday life, it’s easy to drift into “roommate mode.” That’s why we’re inviting you to join us for our next Marriage Matters session on Saturday, November 7th, from 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM at Crossroads Napoleon!
Whether you’ve been married 5 months or 50 years, this is a dedicated, distraction-free morning to pause, refocus, and grow closer together.
🎉 Thinking about checking it out? This upcoming Quarter 4 session is FREE for anyone who wants to try it out!
- ☕️ Coffee and OJ ready at 7:45 AM
- 🥞 Breakfast break at 9:30 AM
- 📖 Practical, grace-based encouragement (no awkward group sharing!)
Talk to your spouse, invite another couple, and click the link below to get signed up 👇
Marriage Matters Sign up through Grace Marriage
Volunteer Opportunity | CPC Women’s Health Resource
The CPC Women’s Health Resource center right here in Napoleon is looking for volunteers to join their team! If you have a desire to serve others at every stage of life and a heart to share the Gospel of Christ, this is a beautiful way to make a local impact.
- Time Commitment: Just 4 hours, once a week.
- Mission: Supporting women, families, and sharing the love of Christ in our community.
📲 Interested in serving? Contact Sandy Taylor at (231) 343-7888 for more information or to get started!
🌟 Local Ministry Spotlight | LifeWise Academy (Holgate)🌟
Continuing our series highlighting local LifeWise programs, we are excited to spotlight LifeWise Holgate! They are now serving students in all grades (K–12th), including nearly 50% of Holgate’s elementary students! Here is a look at how God is moving and how you can support them:
Student Impact: Serving elementary through high school! Their middle school schedule was recently restructured so it no longer conflicts with band or choir.
Volunteer Needs: Classroom aides are needed to assist during class and walk students to and from the school. They are also seeking more prayer partners to cover students and volunteers in prayer.
Financial Needs: Funds are currently needed for student end-of-year gifts (Bibles, devotionals, and activity books) and their annual trip to the Ark Encounter for 5th–12th graders!
Prayer Requests:
Teachers: Guidance to teach effectively and good health throughout the school year.
Students: Growth in numbers, good health, and a deeper understanding of God’s Word.
Volunteers: Health, protection for their families, and personal spiritual growth as they serve.
📲 Click here to volunteer, donate, or enroll a student!
