5540 30th Ave South ~ Minneapolis, MN ~ 55417 ~ 612-724-3601
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Passion for Christ
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Compassion for People
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The
Crosstown Connection
Weekly News November 2 - November 9
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Scripture for the Year
“Seek the Lord while he may be found; call on him while he is near. Let the wicked forsake their ways and the unrighteous their thoughts. Let them turn to the Lord, and he will have mercy on them, and to our God, for he will freely pardon”.
Isaiah 55:6-7
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Sunday, November 4
9:15 AM: Worship Gathering
9:45 AM: Galilee Gang
10:30 AM: Coffee & Fellowship
11:00 AM: Sunday School &
Equip Hour
12:15 PM: Hand Bell Choir Rehearsal
5:00 PM: Potluck & Hymn Sing at
the Villa's
Tuesday, November 6
9:00 AM: Women's Bible Study
Wednesday, November 7
10:00 AM: Adult Bible Study
5:45 PM:
Community Meal
6:30 PM: All-Church Night:
(K
ids Too,Youth Group, Pray Together, Faith, Doubt, & Hard Questions, Grief Share
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Thursday, November 8
6:30 PM: Global Missions
Sunday, November 11
9:15 AM: Worship Gathering
9:45 AM: Galilee Gang Dismissal
10:30 AM: Coffee and Fellowship
11:00 AM: Sunday School & Equip
Hour
5:00 PM: Potluck & Hymn Sing at
Villa's
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Missed church last week?
Check out our sermon library on the Crosstown Covenant website.
Listen here
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Ushers Serving This Sunday:
Joe Iffert
Greg Larson
Emily Larson
Cathy Iffert
Thank you to all who donate their time and talents at Crosstown!
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Are you missing something? It might be in the Lost and Found box! You'll find it downstairs, right before you enter the hallway.
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GriefShare: 2018 Fall Session
It may be hard for you to feel optimistic about the future right now. If you’ve lost a spouse, child, family member, or friend, you’ve probably found there are not many people who understand the deep hurt you feel. This can be a confusing time when you feel isolated and have many questions about things you’ve never faced before.
GriefShare groups meet weekly to help you face these challenges and move toward rebuilding your life. Contact the church for more information: 612-724-3601
The 2018 fall session of GriefShare:
Wednesdays 6:30 PM
in the Fireside Room.
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A Note From the Office
Do you have a Crosstown related story or article you'd like to share in the Crosstown Connection? Submit to the
office by noon Wednesdays.
Reminder:
If you have an event to advertise in the weekly bulletin, please submit an Event Form to the office 4-6 weeks before your scheduled event. Event forms can be found in the office, or on the
Crosstown Website
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POTLUCK AND HYMN SING
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Would you like to connect with others for a sweet time of worship together?
The Villa's are hosting a hymn sing & potluck dinner every other Sunday evening in their home. Grab a friend and come on over! Please bring a dish to share. 5-7 PM All are welcome!
Our next time together is tonight,
November 4th at 5:00 PM. See you there!
John & Pastor Kyliah Villa
10 W Kraft Rd
West St. Paul, MN
55118
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As the Covenant Church we are moved by stories from DR Congo. Although there are stories of war, profound material need and lack of basic infrastructure we are compelled by a different kind of story: we are compelled by a story of hope for a bright future for the people of Gemena.
We stand with our Congolese friends and leaders because they want to keep their children healthy, in school and with opportunities for their dreams to come true.
This past year, the World Vision Ledia office in Gemena, DR Congo conducted an evaluation to measure progress since the Covenant Kids Congo partnership began in 2012. We on the CKC team were greatly encouraged to see that this five-year evaluation reveals many crucial achievements that have been made, as well as the impact these changes have had on the community.
What can happen in five years?
So much!
The World Vision Ledia office in Gemena, DR Congo recently completed a five-year evaluation of the Covenant Kids Congo program, and we were so encouraged to see the signs of health and progress.
Read the blog post below to find out how God has been working through this partnership. Thank you so much for your faithful support!
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Operation Christmas Child!
Packing for Teenage Boys
The teenage boxes are the hardest boxes to fill. So we wanted to give you some ideas. Packing for a Boy 10-14 years old you could include: soccer ball & pump, baseball & mitt, harmonica, frisbee, kite, playing cards, fishing kit, tool set, legos, binoculars, compass, watch or a solar calculator. Check out the Samaritans Purse website for more ideas and happy packing.
Due Nov 11th
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Missions News from Belinda Kuhn
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Above: Belinda Kuhn leading worship during the Spice of Life brunch this month.
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Crosstown Covenant is truly blessed to have missionary Belinda Kuhn in it's congregation! Belinda takes her music, and God's message of redemption wherever He leads her. Learn more about the work she is doing in her newsletter here:
Newsletter
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Refugee Program Update!
Praise God! Three weeks ago Crosstown welcomed Wendy Meyering from Arrive Ministries. She came at the end of September to conduct an informational meeting about the possibility of forming a team to welcome a refugee family.
We needed eight individuals in order to proceed with confidence, as such practical hospitality requires a strong two-year commitment. As of right now, eleven individuals have stepped forward. What a joy to see God’s spirit at work!
We will continue to keep the congregation up- to- date as this new local ministry takes shape. What a beautiful way to communicate Jesus’ love, and make some new friends in the process.
Please contact Pastor Kyliah with any further inquiries. Kyliah@crosstowncovenant.org
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CLOTHED WITH LOVE!
Saturday,November 17
Crosstown Covenant Church
In the Commons
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Clothed With Love is a Clothing Closet that sells Gently used children’s clothing
(sizes 2T - 12) 25¢ per garment (we may limit quantities based on availability)
Questions or for info on how to donate: Call 612-724-3601 or email clothedwithlove5540@gmail.com
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During this 6 session course, we will give biblical teaching and interactive projects to help you (or anyone!) to grow closer to God.
Kathy and Belinda will give biblical teaching and interactive projects to help you (or anyone!) to grow closer to God.
Anyone is welcome, no matter where you are in your spiritual journey. You are welcome to follow all the sessions or just one that interests you. Join us this Sunday morning after worship where we'll be discussion our topic: "Peace-Making" or "Peace-Keeping"?(forgiveness)
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Faith, Doubt, & Hard Questions
Why does evil happen? What happens when we die? How do I know God’s will for my life? This class is designed to be open and approachable to people from a variety of religious or non-religious backgrounds.
On Wednesday nights at 6:30 PM, Pastor Kyliah Clarke Villa is facilitating a class in the rear of the sanctuary where we will be tackling some of life’s biggest questions this fall, and investigating what the Christian faith has to offer.
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Volunteers Needed:
The Sheridan
Story
Two volunteers are needed each Friday to place bags of food in lockers and backpacks of participating students. If you are interested in volunteering this school year, you can sign up here:
Sheridan Sign-Up
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Staff at Crosstown:
Pastor John Jacobi, Lead Pastor
pastorjohn@crosstowncovenant.org
Cell: 612-723-5419
Kyliah Clarke Villa,
Pastor of Discipleship & Outreach
kyliah@crosstowncovenant.org
612-724-3601 ext 23
Polly Inestroza, Director of Children & Family
pollyinestroza@crosstowncovenant.org
612-724-3601 ext 22
Angie Kopylov, Director of Youth Ministry
angie@crosstowncovenant.org
Cell: 612-598-0957
Josh Smith, Interim Director of Worship Arts
Church: 612-724-3601
Office Manager
office@crosstowncovenant.org
612-724-3601
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Prayer Chain
“Again, truly I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything they ask for, it will be done for them by my Father in heaven.
For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.”
Matthew 18:19-20
Do you have a prayer need? Please let us know so we can pray with you. Feel free to
email the office with your prayer needs. Or, if you would like to be a part of the prayer chain, let us know.
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Crosstown Covenant Church
5540 30th Ave South
Minneapolis, MN 55417
612-724-3601
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