Crosstown Connection

Crosstown Connection - May 18-May 31

Crosstown Priorities: Holistic Discipleship–

(This is the 2nd of a 3-part series highlighting our congregational priorities).

Holistic Discipleship--In talking about “holistic discipleship” at Crosstown, we have in view the Great Commission ("Go and make disciples of all nations"...Matthew 28), the Great Commandment ("Love God and love your neighbor as yourself" Matthew 22:35-40, Mark 12:28-34, Luke 10:27) and the Great Requirement ("What does the LORD require of you, but to do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with God,” Micah 6:8). We are seeking to lift-up a robust discipleship that includes BOTH personal piety (spiritual disciplines / practices) as well as public witness (both evangelism AND acts of justice). One common metaphor is that the "holistic gospel" is like a plane with two wings. If our plane has only one "wing" it will neither lift-off from the ground nor fly. On the other hand, a robust gospel with two wings (personal & public faith) is able to soar forward and participate fully in the mission of God. Holistic discipleship is about following Jesus with our head, heart, hands and feet in all of life!

1st Grade Students Receive Their Bibles!

On Sunday, May 14 we were blessed to celebrate a faith milestone with three of our children as they were gifted with a Bible!

Sherm Harris Celebration of Life

We are saddened to pass along the news that our dear friend in Jesus, Sherm Harris, passed away on Thursday, April 27 at the age of 96. A celebration of Sherm’s life will take place at Crosstown on Saturday, June 3 at 11 AM and will be followed by a lunch. This will be a joy-filled opportunity to rejoice in the gift of Sherm’s impact on so many friends! Click here for the link to the live-stream

Adopt a Camper!

We are invited to encourage and pray for one of the 22 students from Crosstown who are attending Covenant Pines BIble Camp this summer. On Sunday, May 21 you can pick-up all of the vital information from Ben Larson. Let’s be certain to pray for all of our campers and the ministry of Covenant Pines BIble Camp!

MN Adult & Teen Challenge @ Crosstown!

On Sunday, June 4 Crosstown will welcome our dear friends from this dynamic ministry. During worship, we’ll hear accounts of Jesus’ life-changing work in the lives of those in this ministry. Plus, the choir will share joy in Jesus’ name through song. We’ll receive a special offering to bless the ministry of this faith-based organization. Following worship, we’re invited to share a meal in the Commons with our new friends. This is a time of worship that is not to be missed!

Jan Feb March April YTD____

Giving $51,055 $33,829 $19,975 $17,196 $122,054

Expenses $26,278 $33,449 $24,015 $26,032 $109,775

Net Income $24,776 $380 $-4,040 $-8,337 $ 12,208

Dr. C. Walton Lillehei Medical Education Scholarship

The purpose of this scholarship is to encourage faith-filled members of Crosstown to pursue careers in the field of medicine. This includes doctors, nurses, physician’s assistants, nursing assistants, psychiatrists, and other caregivers. This scholarship is for education of current practitioners as well as those currently enrolled in a career in medicine. Application deadline is July 31, 2023, with the scholarship being awarded in August 2023. Applications and guidelines are available upon request. Please contact Mike Anderson at mike-anderson@outlook.com or by phone at 952-250-7689.