South Crestview Campus eLetter
Thursday, April 25, 2024
From Our Campus Military Minister
Hello Crosspoint Family,
Summer is just around the corner. A time when many of us head to the beach, host a backyard BBQ or spend a little extra time with our families. Summer is also known as “PCS season” for many military families. During this “Permanent Change of Station” season, many families will be moving on to their next military assignment, while others will be moving to our community and calling Crestview home for the next 1-3 years. It is a joy to welcome these families to our community and my greatest prayer is that many will not only get connected in our community but will find a church home here at Crosspoint.
As a campus, we are actively taking steps to grow our military ministry. We currently have a thriving Military Women and Wives Group that meets at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday nights in the Café and a Military and First Responder Men’s Breakfast that meets the second Saturday of every month at 9:00 a.m. in the café. Through these two opportunities, we are actively connecting military and their families on our campus.
As we move forward, we would like to grow our serving teams to better serve our military and their families through deployment care packages, congregational support, and special events. Through these new areas, we hope to meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of our military both on our campus and within the community.
If you have a heart to serve our military, I’d like to personally invite you to join our team. No military connection is needed, just a heart to serve this special community of people. Feel free to reach out to me HERE to learn more about our serving teams and how you can become a part of our Crosspoint, South Crestview Military Ministry.
Blessings,
April Griffin, Military Minister
News & Announcements
SUNDAY, APRIL 28 | "HOW DO WE KNOW THE BIBLE IS CREDIBLE?"
In this 6-week series, we will dissect and take some of the tough issues that are often challenging to talk about in church. You won't want to miss the answers to questions that people have always wanted to know.
8:00 a.m. | Traditional | Auditorium
9:30 a.m. | Contemporary | Auditorium & Café
11:00 a.m. | Contemporary | Auditorium & Café
For more information, visit our Messages page.
WE'RE ON YOUTUBE: SUBSCRIBE SO YOU DON'T MISS A THING
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CALLED CHARGE CONFERENCE:
There will be a Called Charge Conference for the members of the Crosspoint Administrative Board on Sunday, April 28, at 5:00 p.m. to approve money for the construction of the Freeport Campus and renovation of the Pace Campus.
SERVE AT THE GMC ANNUAL CONFERENCE
Crosspoint Church will host the GMC Annual Conference May 5-7 at our Niceville campus. The conference will start Sunday afternoon and run through Tuesday afternoon.
We will need volunteers for facilities, guest services, and culinary. Days and times are listed in the link below once you select an area to serve. Specific job duties will be shared with you once you sign up in one of these areas.
Sign up to serve HERE
NEW CROSSWALK SAFETY INFORMATION:
We have great news that starting Sunday, April 28 our new parking lot on Key Lime Place will be open for anyone to use. In light of that opening along with the new red light and traffic pattern on PJ Adams, we wanted to emphasize a few things to you:
- Please use the crosswalks when crossing Key Lime Place to ensure everyone’s safety.
- Be aware of the traffic safety team members directing cars and people at these intersections and please follow their instructions. (If you’re interested in joining this team, please email Lisa Ausley at lausley@crosspoint.church
If you are turning right onto PJ Adams please use the back exit (pictured in the graphic) rather than the red light on Key Lime Place as this will help you leave campus quicker and will reduce traffic at the red light between services.
CONGRATULATIONS TO:
Kara Actis, on her baptism
DISCOVER CROSSPOINT:
New to our church? Find out what we’re all about! Here at Crosspoint, we’re all about “People Connecting People to Christ and their Unique Role in God's Mission.” While there are endless ways for you to get connected to our faith community, we feel the best first step begins with “Discover Crosspoint.”
Sunday, May 12 | 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. | Portable 1.
Complete this form or email lausley@crosspoint.church to sign up!
SERVE OUR MILITARY:
Our campus military ministry is growing to better serve our military and their families through deployment care packages, congregational support, and special events. If you have a heart to serve our military, consider joining our military ministry team. No military connection is needed, just a heart to serve this special community of people. Email April Griffin at agriffin@crosspoint.church for more information.
MILITARY AND FIRST RESPONDER MEN'S BREAKFAST:
Military & First Responder Men’s Breakfast will meet May 11 the 2nd Saturday of the month at 9am in the Cafe. There will be no Men's Breakfast April 13. United by shared experiences, this will be a time of fellowship for those who have dedicated their lives in service to our nation and community. Newcomers are encouraged to attend, and breakfast is always free!
MILITARY WIVES AND WOMEN:
If you are a military wife or woman serving in our military, join us on Wednesday nights at 6pm in the Café for an encouraging message that will encourage your faith and help you grow in community with like minded women. Childcare is provided and newcomers are encouraged to attend. Learn more and stay connected on their Facebook group HERE.
VBS REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN:
Do you love to PARTY? If so we are having a BIG party this Summer! Registration is now OPEN! Click HERE to register as a volunteer. Click HERE to register your kids. Let's Get this Party started June 9-12 from 6:00 pm- 8:00pm.
MAY PRESCHOOL FOCUS: GOD LOVES ME
This month is all about introducing preschoolers to God – the One who loves them with a love that lasts forever. When it comes to preschoolers and what they know about God, there are a few faith skills we want to make sure they have in their little red wagon. We want every child to know that they can hear from God, pray to God, talk about God to others, and live for God. We hope they will pull these faith skills around, wherever they go, for the rest of their lives. Then they can go with confidence because they have the faith skills needed for whatever comes their way
May Preschool Parent Cue (PDF) | May Preschool Preview Video
MAY ELEMENTARY FOCUS: TRAINING CAMP - TRAIN, PRACTICE, GROW
Commitment is part of God’s nature and how God interacts with us, keeping promises and putting plans into action. God’s commitment to us is just one of the many reasons we can trust God no matter what. And because God’s promises and plans came true in Jesus, we can be with God forever. We reflect God’s character when we make a plan and stick to it. This month, we’ll help kids discover that one of the best plans they can make is to commit to an ongoing relationship with Jesus. We hope they commit to practicing their faith by reading God’s Word, praying to God honestly and consistently, talking about God with others, and living for God in how they show love throughout the everyday.
May Elementary Parent Cue (PDF) | May Elementary Preview Video
FACEBOOK PAGE:
Did you know Crosspoint Kids, South Crestview has their own Facebook page?!? We post parenting resources, Crosspoint Kids announcements and so much more! Head over to our Facebook page and make sure to "follow" us. We would love to connect with you there.
CROSSPOINT STUDENTS
Here at Crosspoint, we’ve got something for all students! First, we offer Middle School groups every Sunday morning during the 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. service in Portable 3. Secondly, we also host Student worship (6th-12th grade) every Sunday evening from 6:00-7:30 p.m. in our Café with singing, games, teaching, and life groups.
STUDENT MINISTRY:
Crosspoint Students offers Middle School groups every Sunday morning during the 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. services in Portable 3 and welcomes all 6-12th Grade students on Sunday evenings from 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
MISSION NORTHWEST:
Mission Northwest is Crosspoint Student's annual summer local mission event servicing non-profit organizations and neighborhoods in Northwest Florida. Join us for this amazing experience on Wednesday, June 12 through Saturday, June 15. This event is open to rising 7th -12th grade students. Please click HERE to register.
LAUNCH 56{
Launch 56 is a two-day event, June 14-15 where our rising 6th grade students connect with their life group leaders and peers. It is always a fun and engaging day camp at the Niceville Campus. We will introduce and explore the foundations of our faith in Christ as they enter the middle school ministry. Register your rising 6th grader HERE.
STUDENTS SOCIAL MEDIA:
Crosspoint Students South Crestview be sure to stay up-to-date with all things Student Ministry by following us on Facebook or Instagram.
If you have any questions on how to get your student connected to Crosspoint Students, email our Student Minister, Scott Morgan.
LIFE GROUPS:
One of the steps we all need to take along the pathway to becoming a disciple-maker is to develop in community. Here at Crosspoint two opportunities we create for us to find ongoing community are through Life Groups or Serve Teams. Check out our web page here or download our App here to find links that allow you to take one of those steps as you seek to grow as a disciple-maker. You can do it, we can help!
CELEBRATE RECOVERY:
Celebrate Recovery is a safe and confidential place to receive healing from our hurts, habits, and hang-ups. Join us on Thursdays, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. in the Cafe. Dinner begins at 5:00 p.m. with large group worship, teaching/testimony, and small groups following. Childcare is provided for birth to preschool. Celebration Place, the approved children's curriculum for Celebration Recovery, is provided for kindergarten through 5th grade. For more information, email Mel Kieffer.
ACTIVE ADULTS 50 PLUS FELLOWSHIP DINNER:
Join the Active Adults 50 Plus Fellowship Dinner the first Monday (usually) of each month. Our next date is Monday, May 6, 4:30-6:00 p.m. in our Cafe. No need to RSVP; just come and bring a side dish to share. Contact Tammy Starr for more information.
Single Women's Zoom Bible Study
Wednesday nights at 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. we will be doing a Zoom Bible Study. If you are a single woman looking to get connected, contact Rachel Abrahams for more information.
Women's In Person Bible Study
Monday nights at 6:30 p.m. in Portable 1, Heidi Summers will lead a Bible Study for mature women. Contact Heidi Summers for more information.
Friendship Bible Study
Sundays at 9:30 a.m. in Portable 2. Contact Phil Estrem for more info.
Men’s Social Breakfast
Third Saturday of each month at 8:00 a.m. Locations vary. Contact Howard Hostrander or (850) 525-1628.
Men’s Life Group
Sundays at 11:00 a.m. in Portable 2. Contact Matt Ausley for more information.
MISSION OF THE WEEK: IVAN MBARAGA AND JORDAN RUDDELL
Jordan (the daughter of a Crosspoint staff person!) and her husband Ivan are both passionate about providing quality education to vulnerable children. They have recently established Aspire Academy, a christian school focusing on providing education for the most marginalized kids in their community. They began with a first-grade classroom, and will add a second-grade classroom next year. They are truly Kingdom Builders in Rwanda.
Lawn Care Volunteers Needed
Would you like to spend one Saturday a month for a couple of hours to help keep our grass mowed and trimmed? Please contact Blane Pearson at bpearson@crosspoint.church
INDOOR PICKLEBALL:
All welcome to play indoor pickleball for free at the Niceville Campus Community Life Center gym on Tuesday evenings from 4:00 - 9:00 p.m. through April 30! Contact Kara at kchamberlain@crosspoint.church or call (850) 678-4411 ext. 147. Indoor Pickleball (PDF) Flyer
CROSSPOINT APP:
Have you downloaded our App yet from your Play Store? Don’t miss out getting connected on Sundays and during the week for easy access to our Messages, Connect Card, Campus Announcements, Connect Notes, Bible verses, and more! Visit: crosspoint.church/app
MAY WE PRAY FOR YOU?
(At your request we will keep it confidential)
If you’d like LOTS of engagement and interaction over your prayer request, post it on our Crosspoint Facebook Prayer Ministry Group. Request membership if you aren’t in already!
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
Visit our Employment Opportunities page for current employment listings.