Although rich in Christian history, France is one of the neediest of all mission fields today. Much of the nation professes to be Christian, but only a small percentage are true believers. Jeremiah and Shaelagh Martin have been appointed to serve with a team of church planters and leadership trainers in the Paris area.
For more information on how you can help, please contact the Martins:
As a result of this trip a woman in Africa has begun training to become a nurse.
We are proud to report news on Elsie, our sponsored nurse to be in Africa. Elsie is very busy and sounds so happy! She is at the top of her class adn loving it! They are writing an exam in September and doing practical work after that. Elsie sends her greetings to all.
Mission to China
"On one day, we were invited to share our testimony and lead a Bible study with leaders of the local house church. They were so hungry to learn the word, they did not want us to leave, even after 3 hours!" Hope and Eric
At Crossroads we accept that we are part of a global Church and a global humanity.
Through compassionate action and the sharing of what God has done in our lives,
we take God's love into the world.
Angel Tree Mission
Crossroads took 20 names and made sure 20 children would have presents under the tree this year. Warm winter coats, pajamas, toys, etc, all for children who would have had nothing at all.
Crossroads Mission for Good Works
Crossroads volunteers help low income families make needed repairs to their homes.
Rebuilding after Katrina - Crossroads Mission Trips
Each month we select a local organization that could really use our giving hearts to support their mission. We have made donations of blankets and towels to the Chester County SPCA, donations of food to The Lord's Pantry of Downingtown, donations of clothing to Safe Harbor of West Chester. We collect items and distrubute them at the end of the month. (January mission - The Lord's Pantry.)
We also send teams out into the community to volunteer for work projects and community events.
February Mission - The Domestic Violence Center of Chester County.
We will be collecting much needed items to support their ministry. Please see what generosity can do for your own spirit and in furthering your walk with Christ! This month we will be collecting NEW pillows, bath towels and washcloths, trash bags (33 gal), and small alarm clocks. Look for our plastic bin at the back of Church to place your donation in by Sunday, February 28th.
As followers of Christ, we have a responsibility to share the blessings that God has bestowed upon us.The church seeks to focus the work of making disciples for Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world around these areas of ministry:
•Combating the diseases of poverty by improving health globally.
•Engaging in ministry with the poor.
•Creating new places for new people and revitalizing existing congregations.
•Developing principled Christian leaders for the church and the world.
You've probably noticed the "Hope Village" house located in the back of the church on the Missions Table. It's got lots of squares drawn on it. Please feel free to color in one square each time you drop $10.00 in the slot over the door! Each colored brick brings us closer to our goal of raising $9,000.00 for building a home in South Africa. We're so very thankful for the $1,000 that has already been raised. If you'd like to use this as a way of honoring someone else, please let Denita know and we'll provide a special card for you to send stating that a donation has been made to Hope Village in their name . . .
You can help Elsie and others in South Africa by donating money for bricks to build a real home for them.
