Crosspointe Community Church

Crosspointe Community Church March E-Newsletter

In this Issue: From the Pastor This Month's Ministry Spotlight Music Ministry News Greenwood in Concert Men's Softball North Fulton Community Charities Sympathy Ledfords News Metanoia Sunday Morning ABC C.L.A.S.S. The Pointe Student Ministry Tammy's Thailand Report Upcoming Calendar Dates
From the Pastor:
	Sunday Morning Messages - 10:45am Series: FAITH FOR THE REAL WORLD 3/5/2006 – 3/26/2006 Jude 1:20 says, "Build your lives on the foundation of your holy faith." The foundation of a great life is faith. In this series we will look at how you develop, increase and exercise faith in everyday, real life circumstances. 3/5: A Faith That Works (Luke 8:4-15) Do you have the kind of faith that makes a real difference in your day-to-day life? In the parable of the sower only one of the four soils produced the results intended by the seed…it produced a harvest. How? It received, retained and nourished the seed. What kind of soil are you? If you are not seeing the fruit then test the soil of your heart and life. 3/12: Faith for the Storms of Life (Luke 8:22-25) The disciples had logged many hours on the open sea. They knew the storm they were facing was real and dangerous. They didn’t think they would make it through this one. Like the disciples, you have logged many hours on the sea of life. You’ve experienced the storms…some of which you didn’t make it through. This passage reveals that no storm will keep you from making it to the other side if you just have the right kind of faith. 3/19: Faith for Hopeless Times (Luke 8:40-56) Have you lost hope? Do you think nothing else can be done? Then you may be in the best place of your life. Jairus and the sick woman were both desperate. Desperate times require desperate measures. A man of Jairus’ statue does not bow before a Jewish Rabbi and plead for help. A woman with her issues does not go out in public. Both went against the counsel of culture and experienced the life-transforming touch of Jesus. 3/26: Faith to Obey (Luke 9:10-17) Are you facing what looks like an impossible situation? Do you feel as though any action you take will not matter? Before you throw in the towel, ask Jesus what He wants you to do. Then be ready to do what He says. You'll be amazed! Do you have the kind of faith that obeys...even when it doesn’t make sense? Return to Top

This Month's Ministry Spotlight
	Rhonda Lantz and her family have been a part of the fabric of Crosspointe since it's beginning. Over the years, she has demonstrated her servant's heart through ministry in various areas. Some of those areas include: Back Yard Bible Club support, facilitator of Women's Bible Study classes & fifth grade children's classes, host home for one of the first couple's Bible studies offered, ongoing charter member of the youth Y'ALL team, supportive Elder wife, and Pointe Hospitality coordinator. Most recently, Rhonda has added to her ongoing ministry areas by caring for our nursery children during the 9:30 hour. Throughout the years, Rhonda's has graciously offered her home as a place for church group celebrations and a "home away from home" for visiting folks including a Summer Youth intern. Her favorite verse is Isaiah 46:4: "Even to your old age and gray hairs I am he, I am he who will sustain you. I have made you and I will carry you; I will sustain you and I will rescue you." Thank you, Rhonda, for expressing God's love for others through your service! Return to Top

Music Ministry Auditions
	“Make a joyful noise unto the Lord” Psalm 98 Love to sing or make music? Join the Worship Team and use the talents and gifts God has given you! Auditions will be in February. You can serve part-time or full-time, suiting your schedule. Call Jim Durand to schedule an appointment, 770-457-0540, 404-641-2701. Return to Top

Greenwood in Concert!
	When: Saturday, March 4th, 7:00pm Where: Crosspointe Community Church Cost: FREE! (Love offering will be accepted, CD's and Light Refreshments will be available for purchase.) Who: You and all your friends! Spread the word!!! The entire community is invited! What: “Greenwood” is a young, up-and-coming band with a heart for God. Their inventive and unconventional musical style has won over audiences from major music festivals to intimate venues alike. This five-piece band expresses their personal passion for God through thought provoking lyrics and innovative instrumentation, incorporating a violin without making it the focus of the group. All five members are Christians, but wish to redefine the stereotypes associated with those who believe in God and the music they play and enjoy. Greenwood’s current concert tour focus is “offering hope through God to a lost and searching society” and supports their 2005 CD, “the Hope Dialect”. Visit the band's website to learn more about the group and to hear samples of their music. http://www.greenwoodrock.com/ Return to Top

Men's Softball
	Men's Softball season is here! Games will be Sunday afternoons at Waller Park Extension (160 Dobbs Drive Roswell, Georgia 30075). If you are interested in playing or would like more information, contact Tim Pietruszewski (770-335-2586). There will be 8 regular season games ending with a double elimination tournament. See Schedule below. Sunday, March 5 - 2:00pm (practice game) Sunday, March 12 - 1:30pm Sunday, March 19 - 2:30pm & 3:30pm (double header) Sunday, March 26 - 3:30pm & 4:30pm (double header) Sunday, April 2 - 2:30pm & 3:30pm (double header) Sunday, April 9 - 1:30pm Sunday, April 16 - Tournament Begins Return to Top

North Fulton Community Charities
	NFCC Thank you for bringing a dry good (rice, pasta, sauce mixes, etc.) with you on Sundays for North Fulton Community Charities. You are helping to provide much needed assistance to struggling families in our area. And don't forget to donate your gently used household items and clothing to North Fulton Community Charities' Clothes Closet. This special thrift store helps provide income for the NFCC ministry and those they serve. *It's open to the public, so stop by and browse! For more information, visit their website: www.nfcchelp.org Return to Top

Sympathy
	Crosspointe extends our heartfelt sympathy to Beth Fisher on the passing of her Mother and to Brandt Butcher on the loss of his Grandmother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you both. Return to Top

Ledfords returning the the U.S.A.!
	Clarence and Peggy Ledford will be coming home to stay in May. Crosspointe would like to welcome them back by providing some essential household goods to help them get settled. Thank you to those who have already donated items. Please contact Joyce Whitley, 770-591-4844 or Donna Robinson, 770-993-5613 if you have any items to donate. We will keep everyone updated on what we receive, as well as what we still need for them. Thank you in advance for your gifts. Return to Top

Church Plant: Metanoia
	We are experimenting with our first cell gathering. "Cells"--groups of 5-12 persons with a pre- existing connection with one another--are the grassroots expression of Metanoia. They are the entry point for all non-Christians and the primary location for carrying out the mission, values, vision and functions of the church. We began our first cell during the final weekend of January. Fifteen inches of snow, sickness and the deaths of loved ones precluded us from meeting regularly through most of February, so we were forced to be extremely flexible and patient with the coordination of our schedules. Despite the unexpected hardships we faced, we were not deterred from our desire to worship, fellowship and go "on mission" together within the context of our first cell environment. *This past Sunday we invited two non-Christians to join us: David and Jonathan. David's younger sister--a friend to most of the planting team--passed away two weeks ago. We felt that we would be remiss to not wrap our arms around David and his circle of friends, tangibly bringing the love of Christ through helping to clean up his house and extending an invitation for him to discover healing and hope in Christ within our cell environment. Inviting David and Jonathan was a huge milestone for Metanoia! While only David was able to attend, he surprised us all with his high level of participation and interest in what we were doing. David later told us that he would come back to our next cell gathering and intended to bring his roommate Jonathan. We are ridiculously excited about David's receptivity and excitement for what God is doing in his life. Please pray with us for David and Jonathan's continued receptivity to Jesus and His gospel, their salvation and their future roles in our new church. Pray for our team as we make ourselves available to love on David through the loss of his sister. Names changed for confidentiality.* Return to Top

Sunday Morning ABC - Parenting Forum
	Sunday Mornings, 9:30am, 3rd floor (Suite 310) We are continuing to talk about what we'd like our teenagers to know for their spiritual growth & everyday life decisions. Come join us during the 9:30am hour on Sundays as we dialogue about how to best provide these things as parents & a church body. We will be drawing from experience, Scripture, and other biblically based resources. Class is facilitated by Lin Acuff and Doug Bailey. Return to Top

Discipleship - C.L.A.S.S. 101
Take the next step!!!	Take the next step in the journey! CLASS 101 provides attenders with an overview of Crosspointe's structure and beliefs. The next CLASS 101 offering will be: Sunday, March 19, 12:30pm (part 1) Wednesday, March 22, 6:30pm (part 2) **Meals and materials will be provided for those that register in advance. Look in this Sunday's bulletin and information card for an opportunity to RSVP for the next CLASS. You may also call the church office (770-640-9959) to register. Return to Top

What's Happening at the Pointe:
	WHAT'S UP AT THE POINTE: MARCH EVENTS: Greenwood in Concert Saturday, March 4 at 7 pm Greenwood at 9:30 hour on Sunday, March 5th Stoked -- for h.s. students-- on March 12 @ the Leducs and March 26@ the Lantzs for m.s. girls-- on March 12 and 26 at the Meadows for m.s. guys-- now on Sunday mornings at 9:30 am Service Opportunities --** March 18-- Youth Missions Car Wash from 9-1 March 22-26-- Hispanic Outreach more details to come Birthdays --* March 2-- Jack Fredericks March 3-- Jay Edenfield March 18-- Bo Deese March 19-- Hillary Hobbs Youth Leader Events -- March 5 and 19-- Y'ALL meetings after church March 11-- Core Training Day BigStuf Update -- deposit due for youth on March 17! sign up TODAY!! Return to Top

Tammy's Thailand Update
	Maybe I should call this a Missions Update - I know it’s almost March and I took my Thailand trip in mid-January but you must understand – I’m already packing my bags for South Africa. Ok, maybe not packing my bags but planning, preparing and fundraising for Crosspointe’s return to South Africa – July 6^th-21^st. There are over 500 children waiting on us this summer. Needless to say there is a lot to be done. I will soon be putting out information on how you can be part of the team – through prayer support, financial support, gathering supplies and working fundraisers. I can’t wait to see what God does through the people of Crosspointe as we continue partnering with Him to reach the lost throughout the world. One thing is certain – God will remain faithful just as He was faithful to me in Thailand. The Thailand trip came into being almost over night. I represented Crosspointe at a Pioneers Church Partnership Forum in early November where I heard of the need for people to take care of Missionary Kids while their parents attend meetings during their Area Conference. My immediate thought was, “Wow! What a practical, hands-on way to minister to our missionaries. I need to check this out!” One week later God affirmed this thought, connected me with a team headed for Thailand, gave me the money I needed (“Thank You” to those who willingly contributed) and I was on my way. God blessed and blessed! Four airports, three plane rides, a mini-bus ride and almost 30 hours later I was at the conference site safe and sound, awake, energized and ready to go! Roommate situations can always be interesting – Joy and I were instant best friends…2 peas in a pod! We thought alike, dressed alike, acted alike. That’s a God thing! Not only did my roommate and I work well together, so did the entire team. We put together Bible Stories, puppet shows, games, crafts and lots of other activities for 30 precious children 2 months old to 10 years old. We facilitated a morning session, afternoon free time activities and an evening session for 5 days. We shared God’s love, had a lot of fun, and helped a great group of kids make some memories while their parents received training, encouragement and some much needed R&R. Then, God brought me home safely but left a part of my heart attached to this very important ministry. Please join me in prayer for God’s direction for Crosspointe in this mission arena. I have been invited back to the same conference (along with anyone who would want to join me). But, even more exciting to me is the possibility to help facilitate the children’s ministry for John Boyd’s area conference in June of 2007. Mark your calendars now! Thank you again for another opportunity to “Go”! Tammy Minear Return to Top

Upcoming Dates & Events
Printed copies of the March calendars are available in the lobby. Be sure to check the online calendar on the Crosspointe website for any changes & updates.	MARCH March 1 - Family Forum, potluck @ 6:00pm March 4 - Greenwood in Concert at Crosspointe, 7:00pm March 5 - Greenwood/Youth Breakfast and Worship in the Pointe, 9:30am March 5 - Student Leadership Meeting, 12:30pm March 6 - Elder Meeting, 6:00pm March 19 - CLASS 101, part 1, 12:00pm March 22-26 - Hispanic Outreach (host homes needed) March 22 - CLASS 101, part 2, 6:30pm OTHER IMPORTANT MISSION & OUTREACH DATES March 22-26 - Hispanic Outreach (host homes needed) June 5-9: Back Yard Bible Clubs (BYBC) June 20-24: Big Stuf Youth Camp July 6-20 - South Africa Mission Trip July 30 - August 5: Vision Atlanta Camp Return to Top

77 E. Crossville Road, Suite 100

Roswell, GA 30075

Phone: 770-640-9959

Fax: 770-594-7029