Wednesday November 5th, 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 Grace Iradukunda. If you have any concerns or would like a visit or a phone call, please feel free to reach out to Pastor Andrew through the church office or Grace.

We Three Spies is coming to our morning service on December 21st. Our children and youth will be bringing another spectacular Christmas Musical to us this year. Kids from grade 1 through high school are invited to join this musical celebration! Rehearsals started last week - Kid’s will practice during Kid’s Church, while the high school students will rehearse for one hour following Sunday services in the Brian Coldwell room.

Church Potluck - This Sunday after the morning service. Please bring soup, sandwiches or dessert to share.

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

Launch is happening on Friday Nights from 7 - 8pm 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 - Sunday Mornings at 9am. Maynard King is leading a class on the book of Acts. Pastor Andrew will be leading a class through The Practicing the Way course. This course includes teaching, guided conversation, and spiritual exercises designed to lay a foundation for lifelong apprenticeship to Jesus. 

Prayer Night - We will be gathering for prayer every Tuesday evening from 7-8pm in the Brian Coldwell Room.

Considering baptism? -  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. This Sunday directly following the church potluck.

The 75th Anniversary of the Baptist Women’s World Day of Prayer has been rescheduled to Tuesday, November 18th. All ladies are invited to come join us and celebrate at 12 noon. Lunch will be provided.

Fall Congregational Meeting - Please plan to attend our fall congregation meeting to be held at both the St John’s and Gander Sites on Wednesday November 26th at 7pm.

Small Groups - Looking to grow as a disciple of Jesus in community? Consider joining a small group. Please contact the church office to learn how to connect!

Inclusive Fun - Every Wednesday from 7:30 - 9:30 pm in the Brian Coldwell room. 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. Younger participants must be accompanied by a parent/guardian or a respite worker. Please contact the church office or Leah McDonald for more information.

MUN Christian Fellowship (MUNCF) MUN Christian Fellowship (MUNCF) this week will have a Bible study on Friday (Nov 7), 7-9pm at the Loft at MUN. The Sunday Bible study (Nov 9) will be 4:30-6:30pm at Russell & Cara Dawe’s. We are also excited to invite MUNCF alumni and students to a Christmas Formal Dinner fundraiser on December 6th ($30/ticket). Please see further details and register using the following link by Nov 30th if you wish to attend: https://forms.gle/Dk1aPicPWRQTkc6A6.

Show and Sell Christmas Craft Fair - We would love for you to join the Christian Home Educators of the Avalon (CHEA) homeschool group for our Christmas Show and Sell. This is a craft market taking place Friday November 14th at The Crossing Church from 1:30 - 4:00pm. Admission is free. Crafts, baked goods and Christmas items for sale.

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.

Counselling opportunity - This fall and winter Timothy Heath, a member of our congregation, as well as Bethany Laing (another Christian), are doing their counselling internship through A Holding Place. Each session booked with them will be offered for FREE! 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! (Actually, I’m currently in Moncton, NB)

It’s a beautiful sunny day here but I guess there are signs of winter in Gander with the snowfall yesterday. Aren’t you glad that despite the storms, God is with us! 

This week here are some of the activities that you should plan to attend:

FYI, as I am still in Moncton, there is no Coffee Break today. I will return on Saturday so we will be back to our regular schedule next week. 

On Sunday, November 9 we are looking forward to our Worship service at 10:30 am.

Also, just a reminder that you can catch past worship services online through Facebook, Instagram or YouTube by searching Crossing Church Gander. You also may have noticed a lot more Facebook posts to encourage you with Scripture passages during the week. Special thanks to Melissa for that!

On Monday, November 10 at 9 am there is Prayer time. 

Then on Tuesday, November 11 at 7 pm there is Conversation Cafe. We are almost through the Book of Jonah. 

Then on Wednesday, November 12 at 10 am is Coffee Break. Come on over to the church for a chat and a time to connect. 

Hope to see you soon!

Pastor Kim  

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At the St. John’s site this week: We will be continuing our series on the Sermon on the Mount. This week Pastor Andrew will be unpacking Jesus’ teaching on divorce in Matthew 5:27-30 and Matthew 19: 1-9. The title of the message is: Divorce and Remarriage. 

Blessings!

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