New Horizons for Children of the Carolinas

New Horizons For Children for North and South Carolina is a ministry that brings children from orphanages in European countries to the USA to introduce them to American culture and to experience life in a loving, Christian family for 5 weeks. Below is a video is for the hosting program for the summer of 2009. You may contact Keith and Jennifer Bolt at 704-987-3680 with questions about the hosting experience or directly contact LeAnn or Renee at New Horizons For Children. 678-574-4677 A Non-Profit, 501(c)3 Christian Ministry. You are also encouraged to scour the website of New Horizons for Children. An orientation is set for May 30th for all host families at Grace Covenant Church in Cornelius – our NC families will not need to drive to Atlanta for training

http://www.tangle.com/view_video.php?viewkey=d6a77c2937045ad23b6c
Visit www.newhorizonsforchildren.org for hosting details.

Men's Life Skill Class Starts May 12

26 week course. Begins Tuesday, May 12 from 6:30pm-9:30pm. Life Skills is a class for anyone who wants to break free from the trauma of their past. Learn how to overcome and have incredible new freedom in your life!

Contact Thad Brown at 704.791.2883 to pre-register or for more information. There is a fee for the class.

Family Movie Night Fundraiser

Family movie night May the 8th at 6:30 pm in the Nexgen auditorium showing
Madagascar 2. We will be serving refreshments/movie snacks. Suggested
donation $5.00.

Darrell Evans Concert - FREE!

Christian Recording Artist/Songwriter Darrell Evans will be here at Crossroads Concord Campus on Sunday, May 24 @ 6:00 PM - Free Admission

BBQ 11-3 Sat. May 2nd $8.00 per plate - pound available too

Dine-in Take Out and Delivery available

GET TICKETS from Mission Team members: Brad Cox, Kerry and Tammy Enoch, Tarah Enoch, Kevin Gilman, Jamie Reaves or Anna York

You can also purchase tickets at the Church Office or between services 26th.

For more info email Tammy Enoch iluvtogo@msn.com HELP US GET TO ETHIOPIA for a soccer camp and more

Buy Gift Cards and donate to SWAT

Did you know that you can support Crossroads Student Worship and Arts Team by purchasing gift cards for everyday expenses like food, fuel and entertainment?Crossroads Student Worship and Arts Team earns a percentage of every dollar purchased through SCRIPS.

Gift Cards are available for many businesses including hotels, hair salons, department stores, restaurants, gas stations, itunes, etc.SHOUT Student Ministry Scrip Programhttp://www.shopwithscrip.com/

Easy As 1, 2, 3

ENROLLVisit http://www.shopwithscrip.com/1. Go to the bottom of the Member’s Login box2. Click on “Not a Member?” The “Family Registration Screen” will appear. Enter required information on the blue lines and then click “I accept.”3. Join a Non-Profit: Enrollment Code: EE87A95317715. Click on “Join.”4. Congratulations! You are a CSMT Supporter!

Select Organization: Crossroads Student Ministry Team
1. Place Your Order and Select product and quantity and Click on “Add to Cart”
2. When shopping is complete select, “Check Out” and “Finish Order.”
3. Print order confirmation

Payment Options:
1. Auto debit from checking account: Electronic transfer form on file*
2. Or send order confirmation sheet with a check to choir rehearsal.Please include the student’s name and the word “scrips” in the memo section of your check. Thanks!

Scrip cards will be sent home with the students at the rehearsal following order arrival or pick up at the church.

Puerto Rico Appreciation Night

Tuesday, April 28th @ 6:30 in the Next Gen Auditorium, there will be a Puerto Rico Appreciation Night. This will be open to the church, Mission Leadership Team, friends & family of past, present and future team members who are interested in hearing about the trips and the missionary work in Juana Diaz. Please consider attending and being a part of this night. For more information please contact Kevin Mussleman at kdmmasn@aol.com

Club StrongHeart

Club StrongHeart is a program for children 6 to 15 years old with weight-related health concerns. It will run each Tuesday night from May 26 through June 30 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.at the YMCA in Kannapolis. Each program will consist of a healthy meal, hands-on education regarding nutrition and fitness, and non-competitive fitness activities. The parents attend and participate in all activities with the children. Humor and fun are a large component of the program. Devotions at each session help children develop a healthy self image by seeing themselves through God's eyes rather than the eyes of the world. The program is led by pediatrician Steve O'Brien, Susan Pollack RN, and James Simpson (Certified trainer). There is no cost to participate. Register by May 19 through AskFirst at 704-403-1725.

Lights....Camera......Worship!

Lights... Camera... Worship! There are many people who work behind the scenes every week to ensure that we have a great worship experience at Crossroads. The Media Team is always looking for people who have a passion for serving behind the scenes in the areas of sound, lighting, video, and stage production. Here are some examples of where you can get plugged in.

Lighting Operator- Design and control lighting scenes during the worship service.

Camera Operator- Be a part of the video team by running a camera during Sunday morning services. This is a great way to get involved in the media team and requires little experience to start out.

Graphics Operator (Kannapolis)- The Graphics Operator is responsible for playing back all media that is seen on screen during the service. This includes song lyrics, video, and sermon notes. Some computer experience is helpful in this position as well as being familiar with praise and worship songs.

Contact Anthony West at (704)707-1167 or at anthony@xroadschurch.us for more information on how you can be a part of this exciting ministry.

Sermon Series: The Naked Truth- 'A Table of One'

New Sermon Series; The Naked Truth. Titled: 'A Party of One'. Delivered by Senior Pastor Lowell McNaney.

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Click sermon to listen.

Kids 1st Mentoring Program

April 26th 2009: Students ages 10-16 interested in participating in the Kids1st mentoring program (CYT) are invited to a pizza luncheon after the 11:11 service in Room 200

One Heart Unity Cafe

Please come join us Friday, April 24 at 7:30pm in the NextGen building for a night of fellowship, worship and delicious desserts with your girlfriends. All ladies are welcome. $5.00 suggested donation.

Denise Nelson - Medical Mission Trip

Denise Nelson is going to the Dominican Republic on a Medical mission trip from April 27-May 4. When she returns on May 4, she is bringing a child (Miguelito) and his mother (Dileny) back with her. Miguelito Baez is an 8 year old boy that has been granted a Medical Visa in order that Dr. Hoover from CMC-Northeast can operate. Miguelito was born with Hirschsrpung's disease or Congenital Megacolon. He has undergone 10 surgeries and cannot be helped in his own country. An organization from Texas helped with paperwork, but will no longer be involved in case once child arrives in US territory. The surgery date will be scheduled after Dr. Hoover sees him. Please cover Miguelito in prayer for traveling mercies and that every detail of his health care and surgery goes well so that he can experience complete healing. Please pray for God's blessings on Dr. Hoover for agreeing to do the surgery for free, and on Denise and her family as they open their home to this child and his Mom. If you would like more information about this child's needs, please call Denise C. Nelson at 704 597-1397 or email DCN4God@aol.com. Some needs are: A good pair of shoes, clothes and underwear (she will have sizes after he arrives), visit him at the hospital, and money for food. Miguelito comes from the mountains of the Dominican Republic and has never left the island.

Kannapolis Wednesday Night Activities - Cancelled

The Wednesday night activities at the Kannapolis Y (Liquid and Kannapolis Kids) are cancelled this Wednesday, April 22 due to conflicts with activities at the YMCA. They will continue the following week.

Contact Debi Vecchio for questions debi@xroadschurch.us or 704.707.1155

Parent's Night Out

Thank you to all the parents that participated in the Parent's Night Out sponsored by the Mexico Mission Team. The night was a huge success by raising $800.00 for the trip. The Team watched 40 kids that really enjoyed themselves with sidewalk chalk, movies and playing on the playground.

Next Parent's Night Out will be Saturday, May 30 from 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Contact Leigh Garcia to register or for more information! leigh@xroadschurch.us or 704.707.1153

Church Night at the Intimidators

Come bring the whole family, invite your neighbors to Church Night at Fieldcrest Cannon Stadium Tuesday, April 28th. Kannapolis Intimidators vs Hickory Crawdads. Reserved Seat Tickets only $4.00 each.

Please make your reservations by contacting Debi Vecchio 704.707.1155 or debi@xroadschurch.us. All money will be due by April 23rd

Healing Stitches - One Heart Prayer Shawl Ministry

Next Meeting is on Monday, May 11, 2009 7:00-8:30 PM in Room 128@ Crossroads Church, Concord

Come and join us, whether you know how to knit or crochet (or not)! New people are always welcome. No experience necessary. We will teach anyone interested in learning. This is an excellent opportunity to find out what the Prayer Shawl Ministry is all about. We have extra needles and yarn available for visitors and guests to use. Come and join us for a time of prayer, fellowship, sharing & learning.

We are looking forward to seeing you on Monday, May 11.

Healing Stitches is an awesome ministry, touching so many lives in a wonderful way. Come and be part of spreading love and hope to many.

PS: The construction of prayer shawls is not limited to knitting & crocheting. They can also be quilted or woven.

Brazil 5k Walk/Run

Come and sign up for the 3rd Annual 5k Walk/Run to support the Brazil Mission Team. The Walk/Run will be held at Crossroads Concord Campus at 7:00 AM on Saturday, May 9th.
Entry fee is $15.00 prior to April 20th. $10.00 for High School and Younger Students. $20.00 after April 20th up to the date of the event.

For registration forms visit our website at www.xroadschurch.us/brazil5k or contact Rodney Short at 980-521-9470.

Dave Ramsey's Town Hall for Hope

Tired of hearing the fear, doom and gloom that’s filling the airwaves? Join us at Crossroads Concord Campus Thursday, April 23 8:00 PM to hear Dave Ramsey for a nationwide town hall meeting and discover what’s happening with the economy, how we got here, and where we’re going. Plus, Dave will answer your questions live throughout the event!

For more information visit his website at www.townhallforhope.com