New Schedule Starts and Fellowship Lunch – Sunday, September 11

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Starting this Sunday we will begin our Worship service at 9:30a.m. with Sunday School classes starting at 11:00a.m.

Please also plan to join us this Sunday for a fellowship lunch as we kick-off our new schedule and say goodbye to the Dobbels. This will be their last Sunday at Crossroads before moving to Texas. Please plan to stay after church and Sunday School and express our appreciation to Joe and Adrian for their faithful service.

Hot Turkey and Ham will be provided along with beverages and all the paper products. Please bring a side dish (salad, potato, vegetable) and a dessert to share! Questions? Call Kimberly Haney 703-221-4130

Care Groups – Fall 2011

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CARE GROUPS ~ FALL 2011
Each week, these small groups gather in homes for prayer, fellowship, and Bible study. The following is the current listing of Care Groups and what each group is studying. Please call the care group leader for more information.

Dumfries/Woodbridge Area – Wednesday at 7:30 p.m.
Beginning September 28, 2011
Host: Mark and Susan Johnson (703-670-6483)
1910 Powells Landing Circle, Woodbridge, VA 22191
Leader: Don Sampson (703-901-1643)
Study: In Search of Balance by Dr. Richard Swenson

Why does life feel so out of balance? When did “all stress, all the time” replace the “green pastures and quiet waters” of Psalm 23? Join us as we explore the Bible for answers to these questions and more. We will pray and for one another and discuss many issues raised by the author. Call the church office at 703-794-9431 to order your copy of the book and guide ($9.00).

Montclair Area – Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.
Beginning September 14, 2011
Begins with a potluck dinner and study starts at 7:15 p.m.
Leader and Host: Jim and Linda Neice (703-730-3281)
15027 Holleyside Drive, Dumfries, VA 22025
Study: A Proverbs Driven Life by Anthony Selvaggio

Proverbs offers us timeless wisdom for our words, work, wealth and relationships. Living a Proverbs-driven life will result in spiritual and practical blessings. But it is vitally important to remember that the goal of Proverbs is not finding earthly prosperity or even wisdom itself. The goal of Proverbs is to grow ever closer to the God who is Wisdom.

Lake Ridge Area – Wednesday at 7:30 p.m.
Beginning September 7, 2011
Leaders: Aaron Root and Colin Dunn (Host)(703-583-1388)
12706 Knightsbridge Drive
Study: Prayer Life DVD Series
This is open to all ages.

Manassas Area – Wednesday at 7:30 p.m.
Beginning September 21, 2011
Leader and Host: George and Linda Roller (703-794-0665)
7424 Norwalk Ct, Manassas, VA 20112
Study: The Truth Project

The Truth Project is an amazing DVD-based small group curriculum designed to communicate the Christian worldview. In 13 one-hour lessons, Dr. Del Tackett eloquently discusses in great detail the relevance and importance of living the Christian worldview in daily life. Everyone should see this series!

Stafford Area – Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.
Beginning September 7, 2011
Leader and Host: Chris and Sheri Braddy (540-657-4320)
1013 John Paul Jones Drive, Stafford, VA 22554
Study: The Book of Acts

We will study Acts for understanding and enthusiastic application of how God builds His church through His people with His Spirit who come together in one accord, first in Jerusalem and then beyond. The over-arching thrust for this study is for us to grasp and personally apply Acts 2:42 and have fun doing it. It is an inductive Bible study and we will go verse by verse. We’ll be standing around the fire, warming our hands, fellowshipping, devoting ourselves to the apostles teaching, breaking bread with one another and praying.

Ministry Leader Meeting – Sunday, August 28

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Our next Ministry Leader Meeting and Dessert is scheduled for Sunday, August 28th at 7:30p.m. at the Sampson’s home.

If you are interested in volunteering as a Crossroads Ministry Leader and would like to attend the meeting, please contact Cindy Riggle at cindyriggle@crossroadspca.net There is always an opportunity for people to serve and become more involved at Crossroads.

Fall Christian Education Quarter

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Sundays at 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
September 11, 2011 through November 27, 2011

Children (Age 2 through 6th grade) 1. Preschool (Ages 2–4). From the New Testament, students will learn about the birth and life of Jesus, God’s Son. Taught by Andrea Williams.

2. Younger Elementary (Grades K–3). Living Together – God and His people, stories from Genesis. Taught by Kevin and Rachael McMullen.

3. Older Elementary (Grades 4–6). Genesis – Creation, the Fall, the flood, the Abrahamic covenant, the patriarchs and Joseph. Taught by Josh Kiihne.

Adults/Teens
1. How to Study the Bible. Do you struggle with reading the Bible or think you should get more out of studying it? Regular Bible reading and study are among the most fundamental Christian disciplines but require deliberate thought and practice. Join us for an interactive class on how to correctly handle God’s word of truth. Taught by multiple teachers.

2. Exploring Crossroads. This class is for those who would like to learn more about our church, our beliefs, and the basis for our beliefs. Through searching the Bible and interactive discussion, the participants gain a deeper understanding of the Christian life and how we seek to live it at Crossroads. This class is required for youth and adults who wish to join our church. Taught by Don Sampson.

3. Friendship Class (Special Needs). Jesus, Our Savior – Units devoted to the stories about Jesus’ life from his birth to His resurrection as told in the four gospels. Taught by a group teacher and one adult/teen mentor for each student.

Women’s Ministry Fall Kick-Off Event was held on Friday, September 16

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What a wonderful night of prayer and fellowship. We renewed friendships after the summer break and came together as Women of Crossroads.

We would like to thank those people who organized this event and took the time to make sure it was a blessing to all.

Youth Fall Kick-Off Event – Saturday, September 10

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The Youth Fall Kick-Off Event will take place on Saturday, September 10th at the Assadorian’s home, 3146 Lookout Point Ct. in Triangle, from 4-8pm. We will have a cookout, a pool party, and games. You should bring your bathing suit, a side dish for dinner, a friend and be ready for a fun time! Hope to see you there!

Crossroads Fellowship Meal

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We would like to thank everyone who worked so hard to make this event a blessing to the congregation. Especially Kimberly Haney our Fellowship Meal Coordinator.

Natural Church Development – Youth Focus Group

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Dear Crossroads Youth;
A couple of weeks back, most of you heard Colin Dunn give a presentation on Natural Church Development. As he told us, Crossroads is looking at how to become a more healthy church. Part of that is getting help from everyone by meeting in small groups to talk about how to make our worship more inspiring. We’d like to get your ideas and have a scheduled “focus group” (as they are called) just for you. We are planning a talk and pizza on July 28 at 7:30 pm at my house. (13891 Calico Lane, Manassas) That’s the same place you are meeting this coming Sunday. We really want to hear from you and I am looking forward to seeing you at the focus group. You can tell Andrea and Dave Williams if you are planning to come.
Thanks
Barbara Willsher

Natural Church Development – Timeline

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Please click on the link below to see the Natural Church Development Timeline.

NCD Process Timeline1

Crossroads Natural Church Development – Focus Groups

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Dear Crossroads:

I hope that you found the report from the Church Health Team encouraging and that you are excited about what God is doing in our midst.  In the coming weeks, I know that we will all continue to seek His guidance and blessing as we move through the Natural Church Development process.

The next step in that process is for as many of us as possible to participate in one of five focus groups. In these groups of eight to twelve, we will brainstorm ideas to improve our ministry as a church. A special focus group is also being planned in order to include our youth.

Your participation in these focus groups, and the input you will provide, are extremely important to spiritual health of Crossroads, so please plan to attend one of the following:

Saturday, July 16, 7 pm
Fritz & Neva Thornton’s
15932 Kensington Place
Dumfries, VA
RSVP by July 13

Wednesday, July 27, 7:30 pm
John & Mary Montemayor’s
15694 Pike Trail
Dumfries, VA
RSVP by July 25

Sunday, July 31, 7 pm
Bill & Peggy Tapolcai’s
4505 Javins Ct.
Woodbridge, VA
RSVP by July 27

Sunday, August 14, 7 pm
George & Linda Roller’s
7424 Norwalk Ct.
Manassas, VA
RSVP by August 11

Wednesday, August 17, 7:30 pm
Colin & Maria Dunn’s
12706 Knightsbridge Dr
Woodbridge, VA (Lake Ridge area)
RSVP by August 14

Please let me know which focus group you are planning to attend by emailing me at bewillsher@verizon.net or by phoning me at 703-794-9726.  Each focus group has a separate RSVP date, so please keep that in mind as you respond. Because space is limited to 12 individuals, spouses should register individually.  If you registered at the congregational meeting, there is no need to contact me directly.

On behalf of your Church Health Team, thank you for your prayers for and for your participation in this process.

Blessings
Barbara Willsher
Church Health Team
Planning Coordinator