Wednesday September 10th, 2025

Hello Crossing Church!

The Office hours for Pastor Andrew Porter, are Monday to Thursday 9:00 to 4:00 PM. You can also email him at andrew@thecrossingchurch.ca

The Deacon on Duty this week is Donna Nolan. If you have any pastoral concerns, please feel free to reach out.

Upcoming Events in September      

There’s a lot happening, make sure you read to the end!

Launch is happening on Friday nights from 7-8:30pm for students in grades 3-6. Please contact the office for more details: office@thecrossingchurch.ca

Youth Group is happening on Friday nights from 7-9pm for students in grades 7-12. Please contact the office for more details: office@thecrossingchurch.ca

English Club happens on Monday nights at 6:45PM. Anyone wanting to practice English conversation is welcome! Are you interested in helping with the English Club?  Please speak to Sheila McKelvie for more information.

Kingdom Classes are resuming September 21st at 9am. Please contact the office of Pastor Andrew for more information. 

Family Fun Day!  Join us on Saturday, September 13th from 11am to 3pm at our church camp in Blaketown.  There will be lots of fun, food and games for the whole family. Transportation will be arranged. Please bring your own chair to the camp. In case of rain, our Family Fun Day will meet in the church building. 

MUN Christian Fellowship (MUNCF) is having its fall kick-off event this Friday (Sept 12th) at 7:00pm. All university/college students, recent high-school graduates, or grade 12 students are invited! The night will begin at the Landing in the University Centre (room UC-3015) with free food and games. Recognizing that The Crossing Church youth group meets at 7pm on Fridays, we will be having an 'after-party' at one of our student leaders' homes after 9pm for anyone who wants to join us late. We also want to invite you to our Bible Studies in the book of Acts, happening Sundays at 4:30-6:30pm starting Sept 14th at Russell & Cara Dawe's house (17 Polina Rd) and Friday's at 7-9pm on campus. Talk to Tim Heath or Russell & Cara Dawe for more information, and follow "mun_christian_fellowship" on Instagram or "MUN Christian Fellowship" on Facebook for future updates.

Quirky Quilters -  is starting up again for the year. Our sewing day is set for Saturday, September 20th  in the Brian Coldwell Room from 9:30 am - 3:00 pm. Please contact Donna Nolan for more information about this ministry.

Supper Bowl - On Saturday September 20th, we have the opportunity to serve at the Supper Bowl at Cornerstone Ministry Centre. This is an opportunity for us to love and serve the hurting in our city. We will meet in the church parking lot at 3:45pm. 

Considering baptism? - We are hosting another Belong Seminar this fall. If you are interested in being baptized or learning more about it, please contact Pastor Andrew.

Fiber Arts - Do you love to knit, crochet, embroider or any other handcraft? Join us for a couple of hours of conversation while working on your Fiber Art Craft. For more information contact Caroline Broughton-Janes.  We will be starting up again on Sunday September 21st, directly following the morning worship service. Lunch will be served.

Small Groups - Looking for community? Consider joining or leading a small group in our church. You can sign up in the lobby on Sunday morning. 

Inclusive Fun - Inclusive Fun is resuming in September. This is a ministry led by Leah McDonald for people of all ages living with a disability. This is an opportunity to make friends, have fun, and learn about Jesus. Inclusive Fun will resume on Wednesday, September 3rd from 7:30-9:30pm. Younger participants must be accompanied by a parent/guardian or a respite worker. Please contact the church office or Leah McDonald for more information.

Spiritual Direction - Are you interested in deepening your relationship with God? Friendship with God is both a sweet comfort, and a step into mystery. If you'd like some help learning to recognize and respond to the Spirit’s voice in your life, Spiritual Direction might be for you. One on one sessions offered online or in person. Contact Mary-Anne Stevens for more information: marydashanne@gmail.com 

Counselling opportunity - This fall and winter Timothy Heath, a member of our congregation, is doing a counselling internship through A Holding Place. Throughout this time a reduced rate of $50 per session will be offered as he gets hands on training and experience. If you or anyone you know are looking for a counselor, especially one who is a Christian, please follow the link below. https://aholdingplace.ca/student-counsellor-program/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBEwNXl0ZURoMVZzWndoQWhHNgEeL9g58matcfIq1eqBgc4An2jdUCCT9MTEJfQcno5WTo3D5453VZ8ohcvvjds_aem_i8d67rgfo9iBaxWZbdW9eg

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Hello from Gander!

September has arrived and it’s another time to reflect and re-engage after the summer months. We are looking forward to getting back into the regular schedule here, with some tweaks and some additions.

Find out more details as we have our Ministry Kick off Sunday this coming Sunday. The service starts at 10:30 am and we will have some time after the service for you to sign up on a ministry team as God leads you to use your gifts.

Next week, we start back with Conversation Cafe on Tuesday at 7 pm. 

In addition, we are dedicating a specific time every Monday morning for Prayer from 9-10 am.

Also, we are going to have the Crossing Coffee Breaks on Wednesdays at 10 am.

Hope to see you Sunday and see where God is leading you as we enter Fall 2025.

Take care and God bless! 

Pastor Kim  

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At the St. John’s site this week: We will be continuing our new series on the Sermon on the Mount this week.  Pastor Andrew will be looking at the next three beatitudes (Matthew 5: 4-6). The title of the sermon is: Mourn, Meek, and Hungry, Beatitudes Part 2. 

Blessings!

For up to date information re. TCC Ministries, visit our Website:  https://thecrossingchurchnl.ca/