Happy Epiphany!

Epiphany is the season where we behold the ways in which Jesus manifests his life, his lessons, and his light into the world.

Our Epiphany series is entitled 

Every Shade from Dark to Light, They Are Precious in His sight.

The series is exploring how Christ manifests himself in the full spectrum of hues, tints, tones, and shades.

Rev. Deontez will be away this Sunday and will return next week. We welcome and are blessed to have the Rev. Rachel Gilmore join us to offer Sunday morning’s message. Rev. Gilmore is the director of New and Vital Faith for the Desert Southwest Annual Conference. Her message will explore what Jesus meant when he said we are to be a light to the world. Come let us worship the color-filled Creator who created a colorful world. 

Our scriptures this week come from

Matthew 5:13–20 NRSV

Food Bank

In Need of Donations

Cross Roads has supported Desert Mission Food Bank for years in order to be able to provide our community with the basic needs they deserve.

Below is a list of the donations that are acceptable.

All donations should be unopened, labeled and in its original packaging. Heart-healthy foods that are low in sodium and fat are encouraged.

Whole wheat pasta * Whole grain cereal * Low sodium canned veggies 100% juice * Chicken and tuna in water * Low sodium canned beans

Dry beans * Natural peanut butter * Bottled water * Hygiene products

Toilet paper * Paper towels * Baby formula (orange or blue Similac for ages 12 months and younger)

Donations can be made by placing items in the green cart.

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“I was in prison and you visited me.”

Mt. 25:36

We are seeking women to be pen pals to incarcerated women at the Perryville State Prison in Buckeye.  The commitment is simple: one short note, card, or letter per month. Just a few words of encouragement, prayer, or Scripture can remind someone behind prison walls that they are seen, valued, and not forgotten by God. Training will be provided.

 To learn more, contact Rev. Mary Bullis, revmarybullis@gmail.com

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Liturgist Volunteers Needed

We are looking for volunteers to participate in worship. We need volunteers to read scripture, and lead us in prayer.

If you are interested please contact Rev. Joshua Warner

at (602)790-1154 or email him at joshuawarner@dscumc.net.

This week,

please pray for...

Kim Summers, Max McQueen,

Dixie Tribble & Family (Grandson Jaxx),

Jim Stephens, Ann Freedle, Diana & Family, Susan Turner, Leaders of The U.S. Government, Lura Turner Homes Residents & Care Givers, Navajo Nation, Cross Roads Community ​

Desert Mission UMC, East District Korean Ministry, First UMC -Gilbert

GBHEM Scholarship Portal Now Open

Apply Here by Friday, March 6, 2026

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