Announcements

‘Never Alone’ is a group for single women of Crossroads. Bring a sack lunch and join us Sunday, October 2nd following 2nd service in the Resource Center. You may be widowed, never married, or divorced but we are "never alone" for God is with us at all times. Questions, see Cheri Gniffke or call Ginny Ackland at 369-5302.

SENIORS, LAST CHANCE to mark your calendars; Thursday, September 29th, 12-4pm at the new Edgewater Bay pavilion. Chicken, beverage and table service provided. Please bring a dish to pass or dessert and sign up in the Welcome Center by September 25th. For more information contact Pat Munson at 373-8174 or Chuck & Connie Avery at 256-4262.

Guest Receptions will be held Sunday, October, 16th and Sunday, November, 20th from 11:45am-12:30pm in the Resource Center. Come and meet Pastor James and his wife, Jennifer, as well as the staff. Small finger food will be provided. Please RSVP to the church office at 377-3276 or Pam Wetzell at 327-3495.

Women's Ministry 6-week autumn Bible study, Me, Myself and Lies: A Thought Closet Makeover by Jennifer Rothschild will meet on Tuesday evenings at 7pm and Wednesday mornings at 9am starting September 27th & 28th. Sign up at the Information Desk. You will receive your study guide ($12) at the first study. For information call Gala Kubat at 256-7213 or e-mail galstu@hotmail.com

The Christian Writers Group meets the first Thursday of the month to share their spiritual journey. They are looking for Christmas/Advent stories and devotionals. Entry deadline is Tuesday, October 4th. For more information contact Lynne Andersen at 507-460-0370 or Apryl Gorton at 369-5582.

Men’s Ministry autumn study begins Wednesdays October 5th at 7pm at the church. The study will be Improving Your Serve by Charles Swindoll. For more information contact Trent Gorton at 369-5582.

Crossroads Women's Ministry will be holding a Fall Women's Retreat November 4th & 5th at Prairie River Camp.
Grace Johnson from The Potter’s Heart will be giving a demonstration and Biblical message on her potter’s wheel on Saturday and worship by "The Dawsons". Friday night will include a Craft presentation and instruction by Jamie Rogness and Julia Olson. This retreat will be an opportunity for Christian fellowship for Women of all ages.
Sign up in the Welcome Center. Cost over night including food and lodging is $50 (grants are available for those who wish to participate but lack the money needed). Cost for Saturday only will be $20 to cover meal. Any questions please call Gala at 507-256-7213.

MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) is for all mothers who have a child age birth-Kindergarten to meet new friends, grow spiritually, and receive encouragement to be the best mom possible. Meetings will be the first Thursdays of the month from Oct-May from 6:30-8:30pm. Free childcare is provided! If you have questions, please contact Aniko’ Eastvold at 845-2284.

Ladies, Save the Date! Women's Ministry will be hosting an all day regional conference on Saturday, October 6, 2012. The keynote speaker will be Susie Larson. Susie is a Radio Host - Author - Speaker and has written several books such as "Growing Grateful Kids', 'The Uncommon Woman' and others! Stay tuned for more information in early 2012.