Bluewater Bay Campus eLetter
From our Campus Pastor
Chainsaws and generators.
Gift bags and meals.
Serving God by serving others.
A lot has happened in the last week. Hurricane Isaias came through and impacted so many people in our community, and I have seen the people of God rise to the challenge of being who God has called us to be by doing what He has called us to do. It can be so simple and yet it makes such a huge impact. Next week we will be Together in the Word in Romans 12 where God charges us to live out the love that He has so graciously poured into our hearts and lives. His love is love in action.
It sounds like this:
“I’ve got a chainsaw and I’d like to come clear some of that out for you.”
“Do you need a generator? I’ve got an extra or you could even plug into mine.”
For our Serve Days:
“Can we offer you a gift bag?”
For our upcoming Thanksgiving Food Drive from Oct. 25 – Nov. 15:
“We would like to offer your family a meal.”
This is who the Lord called us to be.
Let no debt remain outstanding except the continuing debt to love one another, for whoever loves others has fulfilled the law. – Romans 13:8
More information below on how to live out the continuing debt to love others.
See you Sunday!
Billy Russell, Campus Pastor
News & Announcements
HURRICANE RECOVERY
This past week, our Crosspoint family jumped into action as Helpful Neighbors, serving those impacted by the hurricane. And we're not done yet! Over the next few weeks, we'll have opportunities to join weekend relief teams serving in Santa Rosa and Escambia counties as recovery efforts continue. Watch for dates, details, and signups in the Crosspoint app, e-letter, and at crosspoint.church/disaster.
TOGETHER IN THE WORD | ROMANS 9:16-18 & ROMANS 10:9-13
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 18 | Billy Russell, 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
October 12 - 18 | Romans 6 - 10
Kids | Infant - PreK
Pharaoh’s Dreams . . . . . . . pg. 78
Joseph Saves His Family . . .pg. 86
Dive deeper with the Together in the Word Podcast!
FUTURE READINGS
October 19 - 25 | Romans 11 - 16
A Baby in a Basket . . . . . . . pg. 92
The Burning Bush . . . . . . . pg. 98
October 26 - November 1 | Galatians 1 - 6
A Baby in a Basket . . . . . . . pg. 92
The Burning Bush . . . . . . . pg. 98
November 2 - 8 | Ephesians 1 - 6
Ten Plagues . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 104
The Red Sea . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 111
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.
RESCHEDULED COMMUNITY SERVE DAY | EOD SCHOOL & ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITIES
Come serve with us on Saturday, October 17 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!
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.
RESCHEDULED DISCOVER CROSSPOINT | SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18
Join us Sunday, October 18 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
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 | OCTOBER 25
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!
THANKSGIVING FOOD DRIVE
Fall is always full of great ways to be helpful neighbors, and this year is no exception. If you’d like to help provide food for a local family, we will be running our annual Thanksgiving Food Drive from October 25-November 15. Simply bring items from the list (below) to the racks outside of your worship venue on or before November 15.
Food items for Thanksgiving bags: Mac and Cheese (boxed), Rice (boxed or bagged), Green beans (canned), Cranberry Sauce, Gravy (packet or jar), Mashed Potatoes (dried), Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix, Stuffing, Jell-O or Pudding (boxed/powder), Powdered lemonade, Cake Mix (boxed), Icing for Cake Mix, Handwritten notes of encouragement and blessings written directly onto the food packaging. PDF Printable List
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC MISSION TRIP INFO MEETING | OCTOBER 25
NEW MISSION TRIP! Come learn about a brand new mission trip to the DR (July 6-12, 2027) at an informational meeting: Sunday, October 25 - Freeport Campus (which meets at Freeport High School OR by Zoom using the link below).
Learn more at crosspoint.church/missions or email Tyler Fuller.
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 843 4539 2537
Passcode: 435688
CHILDREN'S CHOIR | COME SING WITH US THIS CHRISTMAS!
We’re excited to invite children ages 5 through 4th grade to be part of our Children’s Choir this Christmas season at the Crosspoint Niceville Campus.
This is a wonderful opportunity for our children to experience the joy of leading in worship, singing alongside our Adult Choir, and celebrating the birth of Jesus through music. Whether your child loves to sing or simply wants to be part of something special this Christmas, we would love to have them join us!
Christmas Singing Opportunities
- Sunday, December 14
Christmas Concerts at 4:00 & 6:00pm
- Sunday, December 20
Traditional Worship Services at 8:00 & 11:00am with the Adult Choir
Children may participate in one or both opportunities!
Rehearsals begin Wednesday, October 28 and will be held in the Niceville Sanctuary. Regular rehearsals are October 28 and November 4, 11 & 18, with special rehearsals December 6 and 9. We’ll also provide lyrics and MP3s so children can practice at home.
- REGISTER YOUR CHILD TODAY
Click HERE to sign up.
We can’t wait to see our children leading in worship and celebrating the joy of Christmas!
Questions? Contact Katrina Jackson at kjackson@crosspoint.church
MISSION OF THE WEEK | JERRY AND JOYCE MCDANIELS
Jerry and Joyce rely on their extensive experience and knowledge gained from their years on the ground in foreign, tribal ministry to help train, encourage and equip Ethnos360 staff people all around the world.
OCTOBER 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.