December 20th Weekend
CHRISTMAS EVE TIMES & TICKETS
Whether you attend live or online, come “Home for the Holidays” this Christmas Eve at Crossroads! To better abide by Covid-19 guidelines, you can reserve your free tickets here or you can watch online at ecrossroads.tv. Childcare is available for children 3 and under.
Crossroads North Times
12/24 @ 5:00 PM
12/24 @ 7:00 PM
Crossroads South Times
12/23 @ 6:30 PM (nearly full)
12/24 @ 3:00 PM (NEW TIME!)
12/24 @ 5:00 PM (nearly full)
12/24 @ 7:00 PM
Also, if you would like to serve with our hospitality team at one of our Christmas Eve services we would love that! You can sign up here.
A NOTE REGARDING DECEMBER 27
On Sunday, December 27th we will be holding services online only so everyone can worship together at home with family.
THE CROSSROADS APP
The Crossroads App is the easiest way to connect with our church. Get quick access to sermons, prayer, giving, push notifications, event signups, and much more!
ONLINE GIVING
Online giving has been a game changer for Crossroads’ ability to impact our community regardless of snow closures, vacations, or (now) viral outbreaks. You can join us in our BOLD mission by setting up regular giving today:
- visit ecrossroads.org/give,
- text give2ccc to 77977 for a secure giving link,
- access giving through the Crossroads app
- or you can simply mail your gift to the church office.
Beyond the Manger
Core 52 Chapter: 6
Luke 2:21-35
Eight days later, when the baby was circumcised, he was named Jesus, the name given him by the angel even before he was conceived.Then it was time for their purification offering, as required by the law of Moses after the birth of a child; so his parents took him to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord. The law of the Lord says, “If a woman’s first child is a boy, he must be dedicated to the Lord.” So they offered the sacrifice required in the law of the Lord—“either a pair of turtledoves or two young pigeons.” At that time there was a man in Jerusalem named Simeon. He was righteous and devout and was eagerly waiting for the Messiah to come and rescue Israel. The Holy Spirit was upon him and had revealed to him that he would not die until he had seen the Lord’s Messiah. That day the Spirit led him to the Temple. So when Mary and Joseph came to present the baby Jesus to the Lord as the law required, Simeon was there. He took the child in his arms and praised God, saying, “Sovereign Lord, now let your servant die in peace, as you have promised. I have seen your salvation, which you have prepared for all people. He is a light to reveal God to the nations, and he is the glory of your people Israel!” Jesus’ parents were amazed at what was being said about him. Then Simeon blessed them, and he said to Mary, the baby’s mother, “This child is destined to cause many in Israel to fall, and many others to rise. He has been sent as a sign from God, but many will oppose him. As a result, the deepest thoughts of many hearts will be revealed. And a sword will pierce your very soul.”
What do you do while you wait?
1. Trust God’s Promises
The Holy Spirit was upon him and had revealed to him that he would not die until he had seen the Lord’s Messiah. Luke 2:25
Call to me and I will answer you, and will tell you great and hidden things that you have not known. Jeremiah 33:3 ESV
2. Prepare to see
When Mary and Joseph came to present the baby Jesus to the Lord as the law required, Simeon was there. Luke 2:27
3. Look beyond the manger at God’s
This child is destined … Luke 2:34