Following the Footsteps of Jesus

for worship, small groups, and meetings.

Meeting ID: 671 792 1650

Passcode: 556948

Epiphany is the season where we explore how the life and teachings of Jesus demonstrate him to be the savior of the world. This Sunday, we continue our Epiphany worship series: Following the Footsteps of Jesus. We believe that Jesus’ life and teachings are worth following. Throughout the Epiphany season, we are discerning why we should follow Jesus, we are discovering what it means to follow Jesus, and we are deciding if we truly want to follow Jesus. Last week, we followed Jesus into deep waters. This Sunday, we follow Jesus to those whom he identifies as blessed. Come, Let us worship the God who generously bestows blessings. Come, let us worship the God who calls the poor, the merciful, the mourning, the hungry, and the peacemakers blessed. Come, let us worship the God made known in the revolutionary teachings of Jesus.

Our scripture this week comes from Luke 6:17-26

This Week

Sunday, February 16th

Join us in person or via Facebook Live/Zoom for Sunday worship.

Cross Roads Café

Cross Roads Café Adult Bible Class meets in the chapel after service.

All are welcome.

Singles Supper Club

Singles Potluck the 2nd Saturday of every month at 5:30pm. Meeting at My Mother's Restaurant on the 4th Saturday of every month

4130 N 19th Ave

Phoenix, AZ 85015

Our Giving

If you use your mobile device to give your tithes and offerings to Cross Roads, you'll need to install the Vanco Mobile App.

A reminder: If your giving comes by check, please expect a slight delay in your bank account deduction. A growing number of tithes and offerings now come to us electronically, so our money counters only meet every other Monday to deposit cash and checks. Until then, all gifts wait patiently in our church safe.

Click HERE to give online.

End of the Year Giving Statements

The church is sending out End of Year Giving Statements to folks who have contributed during 2024. We are sending by email, or by regular mail if we don't have an email address for you. You may have already received your statement. If you don't receive your statement or have any questions, please contact the church office, or Paul Bullis at

480-323-8960, bullisaz@yahoo.com.

Join Pastor Deontez on Wednesdays, starting January 29th, at 7pm on Zoom.

He will be leading us through the Art of Hospitality by Yvonne Gentile and Debi Nixon.

"Engaging worship and intentional follow-up processes are important, but what compels guests to return to our churches is the warmth of our welcome and hospitality that goes beyond their expectations. In The Art of Hospitality, Yvonne Gentile and Debi Nixon guide you and your church creating radical hospitality that infiltrates the heart and culture of the entire congregation. Complete with key principles and proven techniques and strategies, this compelling and practical program will transform the way you do church, leaving guests surprised, delighted, and eager to return."

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.

Nursery Attendants Needed

We are looking for volunteers to serve as pre-school attendants to supply help with our toddlers during worship. Volunteers would help Rev. Mary and Tom during children's time.

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 tune 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 grocery cart.

LURA TURNER HOMES HOST 27TH HIGH TEA

For the 27th year, Lura Turner Homes sponsors a High Tea fundraiser to benefit the special needs men and women who live at their three Phoenix facilities. It's at High Noon, Saturday, March 1st at First United Methodist, Glendale, 7102 North 58th Drive Glendale. Theme is "A Little Women" High Tea, inspired by the writings of Louisa May Alcott. Musical program is by Grand Canyon University's music department. Tickets are $50 for adults; $25 for children 12 and under. For more information or to RSVP, please contact Lura Turner Homes at 602-943-4789 or dixiet@luraturnerhomes.org.

Opportunities to Serve

Have an announcement about a service or committee at Cross Roads? Submit it to the church office by 2:00pm on Wednesdays.

Join our new Veterans Ministry as a veteran or a grateful volunteer. For details, contact

Carol Culbertson caroleenculbertson@earthlink.net

For more information on any of these, email us at info@crossroadsphx.com or call the church office at 602-944-1524.

Prayer Requests

This week,

please pray for...

Twylla Ehlers, Jackie Mauck, Ken Boley, Reuterman & Beaudette Family, Twyla Thompson, McGuire & Nixon Family, Doris Siders, Diana & Family, Susan Turner, Leaders of The U.S. Government, Lura Turner Homes Residents & Care Givers, Navajo Nation, Cross Roads Community

Red Mountain UMC, Scottsdale UMC,

Shepherd of the Pine UMC