Niceville Campus eLetter
From our Traditional Worship Minister
Celebrate the Sounds of Christmas at Crosspoint!
The Christmas season is one of my favorite times of the year, and I am so excited to share two incredible musical celebrations with you that capture the joy and wonder of this special season!
Christmas Concert – “Sounds of the Season”
Sunday, December 14 | 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. | Sanctuary
This year’s Christmas Concert will feature all our Traditional Music Ensembles—the Chancel Choir, Handbell Choir, Orchestra, Flute Choir, and Children’s Choir—joining together to proclaim the message of Christ’s birth through powerful anthems, festive carols, and moments of quiet reflection.
It’s always such a joy to see the gifts of so many come together in worship, and I can’t wait for you to experience the beauty and energy of this night!
Jazz Sunday – A Joyful Twist on Christmas Worship
Sunday, December 21 | At All Three Sanctuary Services
The celebration continues the following weekend with Jazz Sunday! Our Jazz Band and vocalists will fill the Sanctuary with fresh, joyful arrangements of beloved Christmas songs. It’s a creative, uplifting way to experience the message of Christmas through rhythm, soul, and praise!
I truly can’t wait to celebrate this Christmas season with you! Come ready to sing, worship, and be reminded of the hope, peace, and joy that Christ brings to the world!
Katrina Jackson, Traditional Worship Minister
News & Announcements
NOVEMBER 16 | "FINDING PURPOSE IN PAIN"
WEIRD: STANDING OUT FOR THE RIGHT REASONS
Being “weird” isn’t about being odd for the sake of it — it’s about living so differently from the world that people can’t help but notice something is different about you. As citizens of God’s Kingdom, we’re not meant to blend into the culture around us. In this series on 1 Peter, we’ll discover why God calls His people to stand out, how to live with purpose in a culture that’s not our home, and how our “weird” way of life can lead others to Jesus.
8:00 a.m. | Traditional | Sanctuary
Nathan Hutchinson, Co-Campus Pastor
9:30 a.m. | Contemporary | Sanctuary
Nathan Hutchinson, Co-Campus Pastor
9:32 a.m. | Contemporary | Community Life Center
Jared Darby
11:00 a.m. | Traditional | Sanctuary
Nathan Hutchinson, Co-Campus Pastor
11:02 a.m. | Contemporary | Community Life Center
Jared Darby
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FURLOUGH SUPPORT
We believe that God has called every disciple to be a Helpful Neighbor and give back to our community. With that in mind, we would like to extend our support to anyone in our community whose livelihood has been impacted by the recent government shutdown. If you’re facing challenges due to being furloughed, please fill out the form at the top of our app, and we will reach out to discuss how we can help.
ANNUAL CHARGE CONFERENCE | NOVEMBER 16
The Annual Charge Conference will be held on Sunday, November 16, at 5:00 p.m. in the Marler Chapel, Crosspoint, Niceville. The purpose of the meeting will be to review and celebrate the past year and to elect new officers.
CHRISTMAS DECORATING AT CROSSPOINT | NOVEMBER 22
Join Us for Christmas Decorating at the Niceville Campus!
Date: Saturday, November 22
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Sanctuary Gathering Area
Bring your festive spirit and help us get ready for the Christmas season! Many hands make light (and fun) work, and we’d love to see you there!
GREG MCKINNON'S RETIREMENT CELEBRATION | DECEMBER 7
Greg McKinnon, our Executive Pastor of Operations, will be retiring after 22 years of service. Greg’s perseverance, compassion, and adaptability have been instrumental in bringing Crosspoint to where it is today.
Please join us for a Retirement Celebration on Sunday, December 7, from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall on the Niceville Campus.
If you would like to show your love and appreciation to Greg, we have created a fund to provide him with a retirement gift from the people of Crosspoint. If you would like to show him your appreciation in this way, please click on the link here.
THE WKND STUDENT RETREATS
The WKND is back! This year’s theme, Sacred Resistance, invites students to stand firm in their faith, live with purpose, and follow Jesus boldly. It’s a weekend filled with worship, community, and spiritual renewal.
Middle School: Friday, January 30 – Sunday, February 1
High School: Friday, February 27 – Sunday, March 1
Register your student and register as a leader at crosspoint.church/the-wknd.
CROSSPOINT MIDDLE SCHOOL CALENDAR
Crosspoint Students Middle School Ministry meets on Wednesday evenings from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Grades 5 and 6 meet in the Fellowship Hall, while grades 7 and 8 meet in the Community Life Center Theater, with optional Open Gym available most evenings from 7:00 to 7:45 p.m.
*Middle School Students also meet on Sunday mornings at 9:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall.
If you need to be added to the student email distribution list, email Sam Viau, Student Minister.
CROSSPOINT HIGH SCHOOL CALENDAR
Crosspoint Students High School Ministry meets on Sunday evenings at 6:00 p.m. in the Community Life Center.
If you need to be added to the student email distribution list, email Sam Viau, Student Minister.
NOVEMBER KIDS THEME | GOD IS WITH US
Our stories this month reveal that God is always with His people. Even in times of human failure, God’s presence remained steadfast, showing that He is not confined to a place or dependent on human actions. No matter what our circumstances are, God is with us.
KIDS NOVEMBER NEWSLETTER
November is the month when we start to think more about gratitude and begin holiday preparations. As you enter this time, we pray that you will prioritize time with family and friends, slow down to enjoy making memories, and engage with the community within our church family. This November Newsletter keeps you up to date on ways to stay connected with Kids Ministry!
MISSION OF THE WEEK | TARA JOHNSON
Tara works with the House of Mercy Team - focusing on evangelism, discipleship, and mercy (social justice) ministries in a confidential location in the Middle East.
THANKGIVING FOOD DRIVE | NOVEMBER 2 - 19
We will be accepting non-perishable food donations from our list of “Thanksgiving meal” items outside your worship venue between November 2 and 19. These items will be sorted and bagged by volunteers, then distributed through our twice-per-month Grocery Giveaway system.
To volunteer with the Grocery Giveaway, email Angie Williams or visit this link.
Items we will accept for Thanksgiving food drive: Mac and cheese (boxed), rice (box or bag), green beans (canned), cranberry sauce, gravy (packet or jar), mashed potatoes (dry flakes), stuffing, Jello or pudding mix (boxed), powdered lemonade, pre made pie crust, pumpkin puree (canned), sweetened condensed milk, handwritten notes of encouragement to the families who will receive the goods written directly onto the boxes/cans. You can also find a printable list here.
THE CHRISTMAS STORE
This year, our annual Christmas gift program, “the Christmas Store,” will be accepting brand-new, unopened, and unwrapped toys between November 23 and December 13. Those toys will be displayed at a store that local folks, vetted by our friends at Sharing and Caring, will have access to. They are sold to families for pennies on the dollar, allowing local families in need to have the dignity and joy of choosing and providing gifts for their loved ones. The store will be held on the Niceville Campus on December 14. To help at the store, volunteer HERE.
JAZZ WORSHIP SUNDAY
Calling All Singers and Musicians for Jazz Worship Sunday!
Do you love making music that swings with joy and soul? We’re putting together a special Jazz Worship Sunday, and we’d love for you to be part of it!
This unique service will feature the smooth sounds and joyful rhythms of jazz—celebrating our faith through music that moves both heart and spirit. We’re seeking vocalists and instrumentalists to join our team for this uplifting worship experience.
Whether you’re a seasoned musician or someone who loves to sing and play for the Lord, there’s a place for you. Rehearsals will be fun, creative, and full of fellowship as we prepare together to make a joyful noise!
What We Need:
• Vocalists for the Jazz Choir
• Band members: guitar, brass, and woodwinds
• Anyone with a heart for worship and a love for jazz!
Rehearsal and Service Details:
• Jazz Sunday is December 21 for 8:00 a.m., 9:30 a.m., and 11:00 a.m. Sanctuary worship services.
• Jazz Choir Rehearsals are on Mondays, from 7:00 -8:00 p.m. in the choir suite
• Jazz Band Rehearsals are on Sundays, from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. in the choir suite
Come be part of something special—a Sunday where music, joy, and faith swing together in harmony.
To sign up or learn more, contact:
Katrina Jackson
kjackson@crosspoint.church
850-678-4411, ext 117
JOIN THE CHOIR FOR THE CHRISTMAS CONCERT
Sing with us this Christmas!
The Niceville Chancel Choir invites you to be part of our Christmas Concert on Sunday, December 14.
Rehearsals are on Wednesdays from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. We’ll be preparing beautiful and festive music, and we’d love for you to join us! This is the perfect opportunity if you:
- Love to sing
- Enjoy the holiday season
- Want a short-term commitment with a big impact
Be part of something special this Christmas!
For more details, contact Katrina Jackson.
CELEBRATE RECOVERY
Celebrate Recovery meets on Tuesday evenings from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. An optional dinner is served from 5:15 to 5:40 p.m.; no reservations are needed.
Celebrate Recovery is designed to help individuals recover the image of Christ in their lives. Come enjoy a “safe place” as we seek healing from those things that keep us from growing into who God has created us to be. CR helps everyone gain a healthy, balanced, and godly life. Celebrate Recovery is not just for those with addictions... it is for everyone!
Contact Stephanie Fitzgerald for more information.
NOVEMBER BROCHURE
Check out what we are doing this month in our November Brochure!
WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNER
Wednesday Night Dinner is from 4:45 to 6:00 p.m. in the Community Life Center Gym. For more information, visit our page.
MAY WE PRAY FOR YOU?
Click Here. (Requests will be kept confidential.)
HOSPITALIZATIONS: None at this time
SYMPATHIES TO: Nancy Sleigh, on the death of her son, Tim
Memorial Service for Linda Flowers
Saturday, November 15, in the Sanctuary
Visitation at 9:00 a.m. | Service at 10:00 a.m.
Would you like to have someone walk alongside you as you navigate this season, whether grief, loss, or a life-changing event? Stephen Ministers can provide high-quality, confidential, Christ-centered care to people who are hurting.
Contact Lisa Ruddell at 850-678-4411 ext. 211.
RAMSEY FINANCIAL PEACE UNIVERSITY
Did you know that Crosspoint offers one year of FREE access to Ramsey+ Solutions, which includes Financial Peace University and the EveryDollar budgeting app? Learn how to win with money, pay off debt faster, and live a life of financial freedom.
Click HERE to create your free account.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
These are the Niceville Campus's current listings:
- Crosspoint Academy, Assistant Teachers and Substitutes
- MomCo Childcare Worker
- Worship Minister (Community Life Center and Central)
- Worship Minister (Students)
Visit our Employment Opportunities page for details.