Bluewater Bay Campus eLetter
From our Student Minister
Hey Crosspoint Bluewater bay! It's Talyn Saul, your Student Minister.
I hope you are all enjoying Pumpkin Spice Latte Season! Yet no matter the season, or whatever seasonal coffee is in, it's always time to serve and be helpful neighbors. So with that being said, Community Serve Day is right around the corner!
One of our distinctives here at Crosspoint is that “it's about others” and we believe prioritizing that helps us live into being the Helpful Neighbors Christ is calling us to be!
I’m excited about our upcoming Community Serve Day, where all ages and abilities can help somehow! Whether you choose to serve alone, serve with your family, or serve with your life group, there is a place for everyone to get involved. This year Bluewater Bay will serve the local E.O.D. School and our local assisted living communities on October 10 at 8:30 A.M. Groups will meet on campus at 8:30 A.M. to prepare appreciation bags.
We look forward to seeing how God uses our hands and feet to bless the local E.O.D. School and our surrounding community. Mark your calendars and get ready to serve!
Sign up for the October 10 Serve Day by CLICKING HERE
Talyn Saul, Student Minister
News & Announcements
TOGETHER IN THE WORD | MATTHEW 24: 36-51
Together in the Word is a year-long church-wide journey through the New Testament designed to help every person, from kids to adults, develop a consistent rhythm of engaging God's Word. The heart behind this journey is simple: Every age and stage on the same page. That's why we've created Bible reading plans for kids, students, and adults so the whole family can engage the same passages each week and grow together in their faith. More than just a Bible reading plan, Together in the Word is also a sermon series. Each Sunday we’ll preach from a passage in that week’s readings, helping us connect what we’re learning throughout the week with what we’re experiencing in worship. Explore the reading plans HERE and join us on this journey through God's Word.
October 04 | Meredith Aylward Jordan, Associate Campus Pastor
Service Times
9:30 a.m. | Contemporary | Sanctuary
11:00 a.m. | Contemporary | Sanctuary
TOGETHER IN THE WORD | WEEKLY READING SCHEDULE
THIS WEEK'S READING
Adults | Students | Kids K-5
September 28 - October 4 | Matthew 23 - 28
Kids | Infant - PreK
Issac's Blessing . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 58
Jacob's Dream . . . . . . . . pg. 63
Dive deeper with the Together in the Word Podcast!
FUTURE READINGS
October 5 - 11 | Romans 1 - 5
Jacob and Esau Meet Again pg. 68
Joseph’s Colorful Robe . . . .pg. 71
October 12 - 18 | Romans 6 - 10
Pharaoh’s Dreams . . . . . . . pg. 78
Joseph Saves His Family . . .pg. 86
October 19 - 25 | Romans 11 - 16
A Baby in a Basket . . . . . . . pg. 92
The Burning Bush . . . . . . . pg. 98
Reading plans are available at Connection Point! You can also download the Bible reading plans in our Crosspoint app or on our website at crosspoint.church/TheWord.
COMMUNITY SERVE DAY | EOD SCHOOL & ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITIES
Come serve with us on Saturday, October 10 at the Bluewater Bay Campus!
Meet in the lobby at 8:30 a.m. for Chick-fil-A biscuits and fellowship. The work will begin at 9:00 a.m. and we will end no later than 12:00 p.m.
All ages and abilities are welcome!
We will be doing projects, such as stuffing "encouragement bags" and prepping materials to support the EOD School's upcoming Family Day Event and our local assisted living communities. These "encouragement bags" will help us connect with our EOD military members, their families and our local senior citizens.
Click HERE to sign up!
DISCOVER CROSSPOINT | SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11
Join us Sunday, October 11 at 11:00 a.m. in room 203, for Discover Crosspoint - the best next step!
Are you new or looking to get further connected here at Crosspoint? While there are endless ways to connect our faith community, the best first step is to begin with "Discover Crosspoint."
Sign up HERE
BAPTISM SUNDAY | OCTOBER 18
If you are ready to follow Jesus and be baptized, we are offering the opportunity for Baptism on Sunday, October 18 during both services! To sign up click HERE or come by Connection Point at the end of service on Sunday.
GATHER, PRAY, WORSHIP | OCTOBER 21
Programs and events don’t change people. The Holy Spirit does. That’s why we’re inviting our church family to become a people of prayer.
Join us for our new monthly Prayer Gatherings, held on the third Wednesday of every month from 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary. These gatherings will be centered on worship, prayer, seeking God’s presence, and expressing our dependence on Him as a church. These evenings are designed to be experienced by all ages and stages, for the whole family. It's an opportunity to come together as God's people, call on Him, and ask Him to move in our lives, our church, and our community.
Candypalooza is coming!
Join us on Sunday, October 25, during our 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. services for a fun-filled morning your kids will love!
Children will discover God’s love through an exciting, interactive experience — complete with games and plenty of candy! Everyone is invited to get in the spirit by wearing your favorite fun and family-friendly costume — yes, adults too!
Bring the whole family and be part of the fun — it’s going to be a Sunday to remember!
MISSION OF THE WEEK | CRESTVIEW COMMUNITY SERVE DAY
Crestview Community Serve Day: Crosspoint North and South Crestview campuses are working together to host a free community family movie night, Friday Oct 9. They’ll pull this off using a Community Serve Day volunteer team - check the website and sign up soon.
SEPTEMBER KIDS THEME | GOD NEVER FAILS
This month, we’re reminded that God never needs a “Plan B.” Unlike us, God’s plans, love, and character are unchanging and never fail. Our children experience disappointment in many ways; friendships ending, losing pets, family struggles, and seeing the brokenness of the world. The book of Judges shows us that people repeatedly failed God and one another, but God never failed His people. When life feels uncertain or disappointing, we can help our children remember that Jesus never fails us. Our hope isn’t found in a perfect world or predictable circumstances, but in an unfailing God who is our secure foundation (Hebrews 6:19).
Together in the Word | Reading Plan | Infant - Preschool
Together in the Word | Reading Plan | Kindergarten - 5th Grade
CROSSPOINT STUDENTS | FALL CALENDAR
Be sure to mark your calendars for a very fun and exciting fall in Student Ministry!
Students will experience meaningful worship, connect in Life Groups and enjoy a fun, welcoming environment designed to help them grow in their faith and build lasting friendships. We’d love to see you there!
Please contact Talyn Saul for any questions or for more information.
TOGETHER IN THE WORD
What if we could journey through the entire New Testament—together?
Together in the Word is a 48-week journey through the New Testament designed to help us read, reflect, and grow in God’s Word together. Each week, you’ll be given assigned chapters to read, followed by a sermon that recaps and explores what we’ve read. You’ll also receive Connect Notes to help you dig deeper and apply the message to your life.
And we don’t want to stop there!
Each Monday at 12:00 PM CST, we’ll gather online via Microsoft Teams for an open discussion group. We’ll talk through the previous week’s assigned chapters and sermon, share insights from the Connect Notes, ask questions, and connect with the current week’s reading.
Whether you’ve been studying the Bible for years or you’re just getting started, you’re invited to be part of the journey.
48 weeks. The entire New Testament. One community growing together in the Word. Come read. Come discuss. Come grow.
Microsoft Teams meeting
Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/225668091223542?p=f0z1Z0iIWAlCDq0GTn
Meeting ID: 225 668 091 223 542
Passcode: 6LV3eV9h
LEAD OR JOIN A MULTIPLY GROUP
Multiply Groups are gender-specific, closed groups of 3-5 believers who meet together weekly for the purpose of accelerated spiritual transformation. It is not evangelistic in its form or function, but in its fruit: It makes disciples who will then go on to make more disciples. Multiply Groups form through pre-existing, meaningful relationships with other believers in environments like Life Groups or Serve Teams. Because of this, Multiply Groups are not simply joined, but started.
As we work to live out the mission God has given us to be people connecting people to Christ and their unique role in God’s mission, Multiply Groups are an integral part of that process. Join us as we walk through what it looks like to start and lead a Multiply Group.
If you have any questions, please contact Billy Russell or Meredith Aylward Jordan.
Click HERE to learn more about Multiply Groups.
JOIN A LIFE GROUP THIS FALL
We weren't meant to follow Jesus alone. Life change happens in community, and Life Groups are one of the best ways to grow in your faith and build meaningful relationships. Take a step toward community this fall as we become more like Jesus together.
Explore available groups and find your next step along the disciple-making pathway.
Check out our Group Finder HERE.
CONSIDER LEADING A LIFE GROUP
Life is better together, and someone has to take the first step. As we prepare for our fall semester, we'd love for you to consider leading a Life Group and helping people connect with God and others in meaningful community. If you're interested or would like more information about leading, contact Meredith Aylward Jordan.
FIND YOUR PLACE TO SERVE
Looking for a place to use your passions, gifts, and abilities? Well, we are looking for people who want to serve God by serving others with their passions, gifts, and abilities! Click on the link to let us know what area of ministry service you are interested in and one of our team members will contact you soon.
YOUNG AT HEART LUNCHEON
Our program for October is Niceville's City Manager, David Deitch. He will present the options on the Property Tax Amendment and how it may affect the City of Niceville and its residents. Join us for an informative presentation in the Fellowship Hall, Niceville Campus, on Tuesday, October 13, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Doors open at 11:00 am. Sign up with Lisa Ruddell, lruddell@crosspoint.church, 678-4411 ext 211 by noon, Friday, October 9.
Cost for lunch: $7, payable at the door, or join us after lunch (12:15 p.m.) for just the program.
ACTIVE ADULTS 50 PLUS OCTOBER BROCHURE
Check out what we are doing this month! Active Adults 50 Plus October Brochure.
CHOIR MISSION AND MUSIC TOUR
The Balkans + Budapest — September 15–24, 2027
Imagine standing in some of the most breathtaking places in Europe, lifting your voice in song, sharing God’s love through music, and creating memories that will last a lifetime.
In September 2027, members of our choir will travel to the Balkans and Budapest for an unforgettable journey of music, faith, fellowship, and cultural discovery — and you are invited!
Want to sing? Join the choir as we share the gift of music in amazing locations.
Don’t sing? No problem! Come as part of our travel group and experience this incredible adventure alongside us.
This trip is more than sightseeing. It is an opportunity to:
Worship in beautiful places
Share God’s love through music
Build friendships and fellowship
Experience other cultures
Make memories that will stay with you forever
Interested? Want to learn more?
Visit our trip website or contact Katrina Jackson at kjackson@crosspoint.church
850-678-4411 ext. 117
Come be part of the journey!
MAY WE PRAY FOR YOU?
(We will keep it confidential, at your request)
Please fill out your Prayer Request or Answer to Prayer here.
Are you experiencing a Crisis? Would you like to have someone walk alongside you as you navigate this season? Whether grief, loss, or a life-changing event, Crosspoint is equipped to help. We have Stephen Ministers and trained lay caregivers who provide high-quality, confidential, Christ-centered care for hurting people.
If you need someone “walking alongside” during this difficult time, please call the office at 850-678-4411 or contact Billy Russell.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Visit our Employment Opportunities page for current listings.