BASIC Cook-out Event

BASIC Cook-Out Event will be held Saturday, July 18. This will be for the Bros and Girl's Night Out groups at Lenny's Cabin near Galax. The group will leave 8am from the church and arrive back at 9pm

RSVP by July 15 to Lenny Stallings at lenny@xroadschurch.us.

Kid's 1st Summer Camps

Kids First will be sponsoring several Christ-centered half-day camps this summer including football, basketball, worship and Spanish. We will offer four 5-day camps beginning July 6 thru 31 for rising 2nd thru 7th grades. To register for any of these camps visit the NextGen Welcome Desk between the Sunday services, visit our website or contact Shannon Chambers at shannon@xroadschurch.us or 704.707.1152. Deadline to register is June 30

Kid's1st Safety Policy and Procedures Training

There will be a Kids 1st safety policy and procedures training during the first service THIS SUNDAY, June 28 in room 202. All and any prospective teachers/volunteers who have not attended training are encouraged to come to this class.

The Philip's Station at The Opportunity House

The Philip's Station at The Opportunity House is looking for anyone who would like to donate clothes such as pant suits, dress shoes, ties, and dress shirts. You can drop off your donation to The Opportunity House at 2116 Kannapolis Highway, Concord, NC

For questions you may call them at 704.786.4020

God's Supper Table

Nancy Friend is organizing volunteers to prepare and serve dinner at God's Supper Table on Wednesday, July 1, at Trinity UMC in Kannapolis. We are planning to serve spaghetti, salad, bread and dessert. Trinity Church started this outreach several months ago in order to share the Gospel and meet the need of feeding hungry people in the area. Now 50-60 people come every week. Crossroads Church has committed to provide the meal on the first Wednesday of every month. If you would like to help please contact Nancy Friend at nancy@xroadschurch.us or (days) 704-707-1150 or (evenings) 704-721-3693,

Farewell to Chad Cozad

Kannapolis Campus

We will be having a farewell luncheon for Chad Cozad and his family after the service Sunday, June 28 in Kannapolis. Come and share in our excitement for his new position in Hickory. Light lunch provided and we are asking people to bring a dessert to share. For more information call Mike Fongemy at 704.707.1158 or mike@xroadschurch.us

Bible School Blast - Kannapolis Y

Kannapolis Campus will be having Bible School Blast on Saturday, August 1 9:00am-12:00pm at the Kannapolis YMCA for ages 2 thru rising 6th graders. Bring a picnic lunch for your family to eat in the park after VBS. Don't forget your swim suits for the splash pad!

To register for the VBS you can complete a form at the NextGen Welcome desk, at the Kannapolis Campus on Sunday or contact Debi Vecchio at debi@xroadschurch.us or call 704.707.1155

Helping the Children of Iraq

Bobby Wheeler is in the Army serving in Iraq and is working on distributing supplies to Iraqi schools. There are 11 schools in the district he's in charge of with 300 kids in each. If you would like to suppy a child with a shoebox of supplies, please bring it to Crossroads and leave it at the Missions Map before August 9th. Lisa (Bobby's wife) will make arrangements with the Army to ship the items over to Bobby. Suggested items are: crayons, markers, kleenex, pencils, pens, small note books, ruler, eraser, protractor, compasses, scissors, sugarless gum, toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, small bar of soap, washcloth, socks, pencil sharpeners . . you get the idea. Plain backpacks or ones with Barbi or Ken are okay too. For more information, contact Lisa Wheeler at bandlwheeler@ctc.net

A Gathering of the Laity Conference

Gathering of the Laity - at Lake Junaluska
August 14, 15 and 16 – 2009

“Summoned to be A Disciple”

The Gathering of the Laity is the only evangelistic outreach program sponsored by the Council on Laity of the Western NC Conference of The United Methodist Church

Leadership: Rev. Dr. Reginald Mallett, Rev. Jan Brittain, Rev. Andy Lambert and Angel Christ.

For more information you can pick up a brochure by the church office.

Brazil Mission Team Donation Need

The Brazil Mission Team will be accepting donations of coloring books, small packs of crayons and new dish towels for their mission trip in July They can be placed in the missions corner by the large map. Deadline for donations is July 5th. Thank you for all your support

Altar Ministry Prayer Team Training Class

There will be a training class for anyone interested in being a part of the Altar Ministry Prayer Team on June 27 from 9:00 - 11:00 am. In order to take the class, you must RSVP to Nancy Friend by June 24 at nancy@xroadschurch.us or 704-707-1150.

Kids 1st Safety Policy and Procedures Training

There will be held a Kids 1st safety policy and procedures training during the first service THIS SUNDAY, June 28 in room 202. All and any prospective teachers/volunteers who have not attended training are encouraged to come to this class.

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

Kids 1st Nursery - Needs your help

If you are interested in serving in the Nursery (infant thru twos) for the second or third service please contact Kim Trull kim@xroadschurch.us or 704-707-1181. Training will be held 8:30am Sunday, June 28 in room 202

Kids 1st Summer Camp - Registration Deadline June 30

Kids First will be sponsoring several Christ-centered half-day camps this summer including football, basketball, worship and Spanish. We will offer four 5-day camps beginning July 6 thru 31 for rising 2nd thru 7th grades. To register for any of these camps visit the NextGen Welcome Desk between the Sunday services, visit our website or contact Shannon Chambers at shannon@xroadschurch.us or 704.707.1152. Deadline to register is June 30

Sunday Fellowship Day at Carowinds

We invite you to Sunday Fellowship Day at Carowinds. A day of fun with your family is scheduled for July 19th, 2009. The price is $30.99 per person ages 3 & older. This is an all day pass that includes your admission & meal. We will gather at one of the Picnic Pavilions which will be open from 3:30pm-5:00pm, meal will be served from 3:30pm-4:30pm only. You may leave to go after attending service, however, we will have the church vans ready for transportation after the third service.
Registration forms can be picked up in the Narthex or NextGen Welcome Desks between services or at the church office during normal business hours. Deadline to register is Sunday July 12th, 2009. Make checks payable to Crossroads and in the memo write Carowinds. For more information or questions contact leanna@xroadschurch.us.

Kindermusik - July and August dates still open

Kindermusik will be offered at the Concord Campus by Lori Carnes. Lori is a graduate of Wingate University and holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communications with a emphasis in Journalism and Media Arts. She and her husband Mark, Crossroads' Worship and Arts Director, have three boys. Come join Lori on this musical journey where you and your child will have a magical, memorable time together both in class and at home. For more information about the individual classes offered and fees, contact Lori kindermusikwithloricarnes@windstream.net

Classes offered:Peekaboo, I love You! (newborns to 1 1/2 year-old)
July 1,8,15,22,29 5:45-6:30
July 2,9,16,23,30 9:30-10:15
August 3-7 9:30-10:15

Zoo Train! (11/2 to 3-year- olds)
July 1,8,15,22,29 6:45-7:30
July 2,9,16,23,30, 10:30-11:15
August 3-7 10:30-11:15

On The Road (3 to 5 year-olds)
August 3-7 11:30-12:30

Steve Moose's Story of Hope

STEVE’S STORY OF HOPE

Steve Moose of Concord, NC is awaiting a bone marrow transplant and desperately needs the help of family, friends and the community. Steve, a Local 421 Union worker, was recently diagnosed with Acute Myelogenous Leukemia (AML). Upon evaluation by the doctors at UNC Chapel Hill, it has been determined that Steve is an excellent candidate for a bone marrow transplant. This procedure is considered his best chance for survival.

However, even with medical insurance, many of his needs are not covered and must be paid for out-of-pocket. We anticipate substantial uninsured costs such as healthcare deductibles, co-payments, medications, and relocation expenses. Fundraising is essential to the overall success of Steve’s struggle. This is where your help is needed.

A fundraising campaign has been established with the National Transplant Assistance Fund (NTAF) in honor of Steve. NTAF is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that has been assisting the transplant community for over twenty years. All contributions are administered by NTAF exclusively for uninsured transplant-related expenses. Donations are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law. To make a charitable contribution:

Make checks payable to: NTAF South-Atlantic Bone Marrow Transplant Fund
Note in the memo section: In Honor of Steve Moose
Mail to: National Transplant Assistance Fund
150 N. Radnor Chester Road, Suite F-120
Radnor, PA 19087

To make a credit card contribution, please call 800-642-8399 or visit www.transplantfund.org.

Family and friends are planning a series of community events to benefit this cause. We can use your time, energy and creativity in any and every way. Please call or email with any questions, to volunteer your time or to request additional information.

Thank you in advance for your kind consideration.

Melissa Martin
980-521-3041
melissa.martin1@wachovia.com

Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. This campaign is administered by the National Transplant Assistance Fund, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing fundraising assistance to transplant and

Thanks!!!

The Red Cross would like to thank Crossroads and the neighboring community for participating in the blood drive on Monday, June 22. We had 4 first time donors and 46 total units! Thanks for making a life-saving difference. Keep on the look out for our next blood drive!

'The Naked Truth' Sermon Series: "Safeguard Your Marriage"

Continuation of the current sermon series, 'The Naked Truth' : "Safeguard Your Marriage".
Delivered by Kannapolis Campus Pastor Mike Fongemy.

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Jonathan David Hesler Worship & Arts Workshops and Concert

Jonathan David Helser Worship & Arts Workshops and Concert - Free

Saturday, July 11th 2009 NextGen Auditorium

Session 1: 10am – NOON

Lunch: NOON – 1

Session 2: 1pm-3pm

Topics: Movement, Leading Worship, Arts, & Writing.

Night of Worship: July 11th 2009 7pm

A love offering will be accepted at that concert.

To register for the workshops contact Shannon Chambers shannon@xroadschurch.us or Leanna Howard leanna@xroadschurch.us

Bible School at the Kannapolis Y

Kannapolis Campus will be having Bible School Blast on Saturday, August 1 9:00am-12:00pm at the Kannapolis YMCA for ages 2 thru rising 6th graders. Bring a picnic lunch for your family to eat in the park after VBS. Don't forget your swim suits for the splash pad!

To register for the VBS you can complete a form at the NextGen Welcome desk, at the Kannapolis Campus on Sunday or contact Debi Vecchio at debi@xroadschurch.us or call 704.707.1155

Connections Class for Teens

Crossroads Connections Class for Teens (covers baptisms/membership)Sunday evenings at 6-8pm July 19th-August 9th Katie's Café upstairs in the NexGen

Please RSVP to Shannon Chambers Shannon@xroadschurch.us 704-707-1152 If you have questions of if you would like to attend the class

Donate Blood TODAY!

Crossroads Church is partnering with the American Red Cross by sponsoring a blood drive TODAY, Monday, June 22 from 3:00 PM-7:30 PM. Donate and enter to win a pair of Delta Air Lines domestic tickets! Walk-ins are welcome!!!!!!!