Healing Stitches - Jan 11. 2010

Compassion and the love of knitting/crocheting have been combined into a prayerful ministry and spiritual practice that reaches out to those in need of comfort and solace, as well as in celebration and joy. Many blessings are prayed into every shawl.

Meet the 2nd Monday of each month

7:00 - 8:30 PM

Room 128; Crossroads - Concord Campus

No experience necessary

We will teach anyone interested in learning. It's a wonderful time of prayer and fellowship, as well as sharing testimonies.

For more information about Healing Stitches,

Contact Sharon Killen at sharonkillen516@yahoo.com or 704.933.7836 or

Patti Wesley at patwesley@mybluelight.com or 704.784.3137

Thank you!

The families of the fire in Popular Woods would like to say thank you for all of the clothing donated. The need for clothing has been met but, if you would still like to help them out you can continue to donate to the monetary fund that is set up at Wachovia.

Account Name - Assistance Fund%Poplar Woods
Account Number 20000 4906 7963

secondMonday's - January 11, 2010

Second Mondays is an opportunity to bring men together from all over the area for a night of food, fun, and fellowship! Second Monday Night of each month 6:30 pm Crossroads Church - NexGen Auditorium The men meet EVERY SECOND MONDAY NIGHT of each month throughout the year. The night begins with a dinner at 6:30pm. There is a time of fellowship, worship, and then a short program. This is a great way to meet some other men here at Crossroads. Each meeting is based around a time for growth, spiritually and socially. For more information contact Josh Fletcher at 704.707.1164 or josh@xroadschurch.us

Get Conncected

Discover your passion, your purpose, and your place. Come to the Connection Class Series starting January 17 to March 7. 9:45am-10:45am, Room 114, Concord Campus. To register for the class contact Leigh Garcia at 704.707.1153 or leigh@xroadschurch.us

Additional information about the Poplar Woods Fire

Bampton Drive Fires !

Monday morning Jan. 5th, a massive fire devastated 4 of our neighbors homes

located on Bampton Drive.

With the outpouring of support for our neighbors Gordon and Stacey Wheeler,

living across the street from the devastated properties at 8401 Bampton Drive

volunteered to be a drop-off location for clothes, gift cards, and non-perishable

items.

A monetary fund is set up at Wachovia Bank, for cash and checks.

These can be deposited at Wachovia Branches

The name of the account at Wachovia is:

ASSISTANCE FUND %POPLAR WOODS

Account number: 20000 4906 7963

...We want to thank all for their immediate concern and support...

Immediate needs: Men's shirts sizes medium to x-large

Women's shirts sizes medium to large

Men's pants 33 x 32

36 x 32

38 x 34

Women's pants sizes 8, 9, 10, 12

Men's shoes size 11

Women's shoes size 7 and 8

2010 Short Term Mission Trips

2010 Short Term Mission Trip Informational Meeting
January 17th and 24th

Stop by Room 114 between 11:00-12:30 on January 17th and 24th at the Concord Campus to learn more about the 2010 short term mission trips. You will have an opportunity to meet the team leaders, ask questions and pick up a trip application.

The deadline for returning applications will be February 7th.

Kannapolis Campus- A representative from the Mission Leadership Team will be in Kannapolis on January 17th to answer questions.

Kindermusik 2010 Winter/Spring Semester Classes

Kindermusik 2010 Winter/Spring Registration is underway and there are still a few spots available just waiting to be filled. All classes begin the week of January 11th and the semester ends the week of May 12th. Contact Lori Carnes, Licensed Educator at kindermusikwithloricarnes@windstream.net to request your Registration Packet and more information or call 704.721.6080

For more information about the classes offered and to download your registration packet visit

www.xroadschurch.us /ministries/worship/kindermusik.php

Impact 2010

Imagine thousands of United Methodist going out into their communities all across the western half of North Carolina on one specified day to be in action, reaching out, and serving others. Imagine United Methodist working hand in hand, arm in arm and extending the love of Christ. Imagine tearing down walls, building relationships, and reconnecting our church with the community. Imagine the entire conference at one time, on one day, in unity, living out the commandment to “Follow Jesus. Make Disciples. Transform the World.”

The Western North Carolina Conference has been chosen by United Methodist Communications (UMCom) to be the pilot conference for just an event. On Saturday, June 5th the Salisbury District will join the WNCC and UMCom in simultaneous district service events, which will “IMPACT” communities across our conference.

If you would like to be part of designing and creating the Salisbury District’s “IMPACT” event please come to the District office on Tuesday, January 12 at 7 p.m. All interested laity and clergy are encouraged to attend this meeting. So, we are asking that all clergy please share this information with your congregations. If you have any questions please call Rev. Annalee Allen (980-234-0791) or Rev. Andrea Conder (704-223-1375).

We look forward to seeing you on January 12. Bring your ideas and bring your excitement. Impact 2010!

Help Needed for Fire Victims of Poplar Woods

On January 4, 2010 there were 4 homes in the Poplar Woods Subdivision were caught on fire. If you would like to donate gently used clothing or household items please drop them off at the Mission's Corner. If you would like to donate gift cards please drop them by the church office or place in the mail slot at the church office door. Please mark all donations "Poplar Woods"

Below are some of the sizes requested.

Sizes needed are men's pants 38x32, shirt xxl, shoe 11, Young mans pants (M) shirt M, women's size 8 and 6,10, 16 pants, M/L/XL shirts and coats and shoes 9 and 10. Men's size 2xl without much height Women's size xl but not long.

SHOUT and Studio 56 Community Outreach

Saturday, January 9, 2010 9:00 am-1:00pm at the Crisis Assistance Ministry Outreach in Charlotte. For more information and to RSVP to this event contact Shannon Chamber at shannon@xroadschurch.us or 704.707.1152

Career Development That Work!

Career Development That Works!
Free Workshop Jan.19, 2010 Concord Library 6:30pm ($5.00 fee for workshop manual)

Caught in the economic layoff?

Can’t find employment?

Working your life away and feeling empty?

Register for this FREE Career workshop today! Seating is limited.

Call 704: 467-6044 or register online L3learningacademy.com

Job Positions Available

Mick Vaught is the store manager at Dillards at the North Lake mall. They plan to hire two full-time people who will be paid salary plus commission. If you know of someone who needs a job and might be interested in this position, please call Mick at 704-467-6044.

In Sympathy

Please pray for comfort and strength for Judy Williford and her family due to the death of her Mother, Doris Havens, on Sunday January 3rd. The funeral will be Saturday, January 9th, at Real Life Assembly in Fort Mill, SC. Visitation will be 11:00 - 11:45 AM and the service at 12 noon. Please pray for safety for family members who will be traveling and keep them all in your prayers.

'A New Look At New' - Message

'A New Look At New'- Worship and Arts Director Mark Carnes.

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Click sermon to listen.

Taste of Crossroads Luncheon

If you're a newcomer who's hungry for more information about Crossroads Church, or a long-time attender interested in membership, come join us for a delicious FREE lunch on

January 10, 2010

12:30 - 2:30 pm

Room 114

Crossroads, Concord Campus

The menu will include a smorgasbord of information from Pastor Lowell McNaney about the history, vision, and mission of Crossroads Church. Space is limited, so please RSVP to Leigh Garcia at 704.707.1153 or leigh@xroadschurch.us

2010 Bible Reading Schedule

Bible Study Reading Program for 2010

We are offering 2 Bible Reading plans for 2010:
(1) Read the New Testament in One Year
(2) Read the Old and New Testaments in One Year

These Bible reading plans can be downloaded on www.xroadschurch.us or you can pick one up at a table at Crossroads this Sunday located at each of the church exits.

Plan (1) Read the New Testament in One Year - is the same plan we handed out last year. If you weren’t able to complete it, you can begin the new year fresh with a commitment to read the New Testament. If you have already read it, you can read it again for fresh new insights from the Holy Spirit.

Plan (2) Read the Old and New Testaments in One Year - will take you through the entire Bible in one year. This is a more challenging Bible study plan but is a great way to get the breadth and depth of the entire Bible.

May God bless you and equip you this year through His Word in all areas of your life

Community Life Night Menu for January 2010

January 13, 2010

Smothered Chicken-Rice-Green Beans-Toss Salad-Rolls-Tea-Lemonade & Desserts

January 20, 2010

Crountry Style Steak-Mashed Potatoes w/gravy-Corn-Toss Salad-Rolls-Tea-Lemonade-Desserts

January 27, 2010

Toss Salad-BBQ Chicken-Scalloped Potatoes-Baked Beans-Rolls-Tea-Lemonade-Desserts

In Sympathy

Please pray for comfort and strength to Jeff Hege and family due to the passing of his Aunt Vivan Ginn on January 1st. Funeral service are today, Monday, January 4, 2010

God's Supper Table - Volunteers Needed

Local Outreach Opportunity - God's Supper Table at Trinity UMC in Kannapolis. Crossroads is in charge of the 1st Wednesday of every month to provide a free dinner (they have a menu) for about 50-60 people at Trinity. This meal is open to anyone in Kannapolis. We are to provide the meal, do a short devotion and hang out with the people. If your small group, family or friends want to host a month, please contact Tammy Enoch at iluvtogo@msn.com. There is only 5-6 people needed to do this monthly.

Volunteers are needed February -December this year.

CiCi's Pizza Night

Come join a night of fellowship with the Kannapolis Campus at CiCi's Pizza located at in the Cloverleaf Plaza on Friday, January 15 at 6:00pm

SHOUT Local Community Outreach

Saturday, January 9, 2010 8:30am-1:00pm

Students will volunteer at the Habitat for Humanity Restore

For more information or to RSVP contact Shannon Chambers at shannon@xroadschurch.us

Coffee at Starbucks

The Ladies of the Kannapolis Campus meet the 1st Saturday of every month at 8:00am at the Starbucks next to the Carolina Mall in Concord. Come join a time of fellowship and great coffee.