How Do I Plug In?

With so many guests coming our way, many are asking, “How can I plug in to CrossWay?”  To summarize, there are five ways to become an active CrossWay attender:

• WORSHIP - Nothing can take the place of a family worshiping together, whether it’s your personal family of your church family.  It’s the first “touch” many people have with CrossWay.
• CONNECT - Our small group Bible study classes make up the backbone of our new Connect Ministry.  They do what just worship can never do.  Find your spot in one of our connect groups.
• GROW - We call our Sunday evening classes our GROW classes. Needs-based, usually co-ed, for all age-groups.  Get to know others in the CrossWay family.
• SERVE - Until God can work through you to meet the needs of others, you will never grow spiritually.  Service here at CrossWay affords endless possibilities to serve.
• GO - Telling others about the Lord is a privilege.  Mission trips are planned all through the year, both local and long-distance.  Just inviting someone to come with you is significant.

Which of these five ways would help you to plug in to the CrossWay family?

2012 Your Year to Connect

CrossWay’s Connect Groups:
Every Sunday morning, 8:00am and 10:30am, before and after the worship service. Have you found your place yet? It’s the only way to get to know the CrossWay family.

"For God so loved the world …”

 JOHN 3:16

This Week’s Calendar

 Sunday, February 12 – NEW SCHEDULE     

8:00am                  Connect Groups (SS1)

9:15am                  One Morning Worship

10:30am                Connect Groups (SS2)

10:30am                Pastor’s Class

3:45pm                  Adult Choir

5:15pm                  Awana (for children)

5:30pm                  Adult and Youth classes

Monday, February 13

9:00am                  Home Schoolers

6:30pm                  Boy Scouts

Tuesday, February 14

9:00am                  Mothers Day Out

6:15pm                  Financial Peace University

6:30pm                  Girl Scouts

Wednesday, February 15

8:30am                  Pastors Breakfast (here)

6:00pm                  Ladies Prayer Time

6:30pm                  Outreach

7:00pm                  Praise Band rehearsal

Thursday, February 16

9:00am                  Mothers Day Out

6:00pm                  Hands of Grace

6:30pm                  Cub Scouts

Saturday, February 18

5:00pm                  Parents Night Out            

   Weekly 2012 Budget Gifts last Sunday                       $          8184

   Weekly Budget Goal in 2012                                       $          9535

   Total Budget Gifts (to date in 2012)                           $        51280 

   Budget Goal (to date in 2012)                                     $        57210

   Building Debt Reduction                                              $              10

   Missions                                                                        $              25

   Tilley Missions Offering                                               $            725

  People Report

Worship                                                                            Total:    349

     Worship   281         CrossForce    37           Nursery    31

               (Average total since September:  314)   

 Connect Groups                                                             Total:     264     

               (Average total since September: 252)

     8:00am            91                          10:30am               173

     Adults              64                          Adults                     82

     Youth                5                          Youth                     31

     Children           14                          Children                  47

     Preschool           8                          Preschool                13

DIRECTORY

l Connect Groups 1 (8:00am)                               Room #

Infants-Preschool                                                                   102-104

PreK -Kindergarten                                                                        202

Grade 1-3                                                                                        203

Grade 4-6                                                                                        204

Grades 7-12                                                                                210-A

Coed 20-Somethings (Mark Large)                                            210-B

Coed 30-Somethings (Barbara Long)                                            212

Coed 40-Somethings 1 (Eddie Mann)                                           211

Coed 40-Somethings 2 (Duane Conrey)                                    210-C

Coed 50-Somethings (Bryan Wiles)                                           106-A

l Connect Groups 2 (10:30am)

Infants-Preschool                                                                   102-104

PreK                                                                                               200

Kindergarten                                                                                   202

Grade 1-2                                                                                        203

Grade 3-4                                                                                      206

Grade 5-6                                                                                        204

Grade 7-12                                                                                     210

Coed 20-Somethings (Rick Bailey)                             Worship Center               

Coed 30-Somethings 1 (Brian Ellsworth)                                      212

Coed 40-Somethings (Bob Walters)                                               211

Coed 50-Somethings (Mike Weaver)                                          106-B

Coed 60-up (Jim Christman)                                                     106-A

Women Only (Lesia Cooper)                                        Church Office

Pastor’s Class (Tony Long)                                          Worship Center

From the  Pastor’s Desk

 Staff Anniversaries

What a great staff we have at CrossWay.  They all put in quality time to their jobs here, plus most of them carry on a full-time job of their own.

     These two are celebrating an anniversary with us this month:

            Dean Newkirk             12 years

            Chuck Welborn            5 years

Take a minute to express your appreciation to our staff today.  They all deserve a huge “pat on the back.”

 James Sermon Series

The theme of James is spiritual maturity.  How mature do you think you are when it comes to spiritual matters?  It all hinges on whether or not you have made Jesus your “Lord.” 

     The little phrase WWJD (What Would Jesus Do?) should be our motto every day.  We are mature in our faith when we are becoming like Jesus.  The only way to do that is to know WWJDS and do WWJD.  Will we be perfect at it?  No, but we never give up trying.

     Thanks for all of the positive comments about this series of messages.  Copies of each morning message are at the Welcome Center.  See Dan Coleman.

 Parents Night Out

This is really taking off, and it helps our youth.  See Kim this morning at the Welcome Center.  The next PNO is this Saturday, February 18, 5:00-10:00pm.

It is a joy to be your Pastor !!

8.  Jennifer Wolfe
9.  Tracey Lofton
10.  Brook Young
11.  Tucker Young
12.  Toby Edwards
13.  Deborah Huseman
14.. Your neighbor?

 Interested in joining CrossWay? 

Then fill in both sides of the GUEST REGISTRATION slip and hand it to Bro. Tony after the sermon during the invitation chorus.  We will introduce you to the church family, and schedule a time to meet privately to discuss what it means to be an active member of CrossWay.

 TODAY: Scout Sunday

Troop 441 and their families will be our guests this morning.  This fine troop and its leaders have become a fixture here at CrossWay.  They meet each Monday evening.

Each Scout today will bring a canned good to aide CrossWay’s efforts to feed the hungry.  Let’s all express our appreciation today to Troop 441.

 Diaper Bash

We are having a “New Baby Shower” in honor of Kris and Michele Smotherman, next Sunday morning, February 19, during the Connect Group hour, in Room 213.  This will be a “diaper bash” for their newest addition, Natalie Jean Smotherman. 

 Adult Softball Sign-Up

We are fielding a men’s team and a women’s team again this year.  You must be 18 yrs old or have a parent’s permission OK to play.  Use the Registration tab this morning to sign up.  For more info, call Michael Boyte (962-0211).

 CD Ministry News

The 2011 Annual DVD is now available for $10.  The disc contains every CrossWay service for the entire year -  52 weeks of exciting music and powerful messages, even Christmas and Easter.  MP3 format, for portable players, iPods, Smart Phones. Looking for a volunteer to help is this ministry.  See Dan Coleman today (615-668-6555).

 Stay in Touch

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Mobile D Wing
Federal Prison Camp
Montgomery, AL  36112

 High Attendance Day

2012 is our year to connect.  We would like to see every CrossWay attender involved in a Connect Group, either at 8:00am or 10:30am.  This is the best way to get involved with the church family.

To promote our connect group ministry, we are having a Connect Campaign in March.  Here’s what our connect ministry teachers have agreed to do:

     March 4           Connect with every member BY EMAIL

     March 11         Connect with every member BY TEXT

     March 18         Connect with members BY PHONE

     March 25         High Attendance Day

 The three groups with the highest % of their class roll in attendance will win a free Movie Night here at the church (with hotdogs, popcorn, and childcare, if needed).  Mark your calendar for March 25.  Let’s all “get connected.”

VACATION

BIBLE SCHOOL

                                                                           June 10-14

6:00-9:00pm   

We are enlisting VBS helpers NOW.

See Sherman in you want to help to make this year’s VBS the best ever.

2012 Your Year to Connect

CrossWay’s Connect Groups:
Every Sunday morning, 8:00am and 10:30am, before and after the worship service. Have you found your place yet? It’s the only way to get to know the CrossWay family.

This Week’s Calendar

Sunday, January 29 – NEW SCHEDULE 8:00am Connect Groups (SS1)
9:15am One Morning Worship
10:30am Connect Groups (SS2)
10:30am Pastor’s Class
3:45pm Adult Choir
5:15pm Awana Ministry (children)
5:30pm GROW classes (Adults, Youth)

Monday, January 30
9:00am Home Schoolers
6:30pm Boy Scouts

Tuesday, January 31
9:00am Mothers Day Out
6:15pm Financial Peace University
6:30pm Girl Scouts

Wednesday, February 1
6:00pm Ladies Prayer Time
6:30pm BIBLE CONFERENCE – The Strong Family (4-week study. All ages)
7:00pm Praise Band rehearsal
Thursday, February 2
9:00am Mothers Day Out
6:00pm Hands of Grace
6:30pm Cub Scouts

TODAY’S HELPERS
Ushers This Month
Conrey and Youth/Children Connect Groups

Today’s Verse: Psalm 51:10-12

Greeters This Month – Group 3
Haven Arnold, Ken and Annette Lane, Lisa Duggin, Sara
Myers, Tondra Edelman, Joyce Carter, Judy Toalston, Mary
Slinkard

Today’s Nursery Helpers
8:00 – Cindy Patterson
9:15 –John and Lacey Hill, Leslie Martin, Eric Boyte, Donna
Wiles, Julie Hancock, Doug and Judy Toalston
10:30 – Sandy Duncan, Ruby LaFever, Luke and Callie Fowler

Next Sunday’s Nursery Helpers
8:00 – Cindy Patterson
9:15 –Eve and Katie Davenport, James and Crystal Wolfe, Donna Wiles, Nick True, Rachael Murphy, Diana Dalton
10:30 – Jessica Boyd, Joy Reed. Tom and Jennifer Harlan

IF YOUR CHILD STAYS REGULARLY IN THE NURSERY, YOU WILL BE ASKED TO BE ON THE NURSERY ROTATION. THANKS

VITAL SIGNS

Sunday, January 22

Financial Report
Weekly 2012 Budget Gifts last Sunday $ 11014
Weekly Budget Goal in 2012 $ 9535
Total Budget Gifts (to date in 2012) $ 33805
Budget Goal (to date in 2012) $ 38140
Building Debt Reduction $ 510
Missions $ 25

People Report
Worship Total: 350
Worship 283 CrossForce 33 Nursery 34
(Average total since September: 311)
Connect Groups Total: 269
(Average total since September: 250)
8:00am 80 10:30am 189
Adults 62 Adults 91
Youth 5 Youth 29
Children 7 Children 55
Preschool 6 Preschool 14

DIRECTORY

Connect Groups 1 (8:00am)
Infants-Preschool   Room #102-104
PreK -Kindergarten  Room #202
Grade 1-3 Room #203
Grade 4-6 Room #204
Grades 7-12 Room #210-A
Coed 20-Somethings (Mark Large) Room #210-B
Coed 30-Somethings (Barbara Long) Room #212
Coed 40-Somethings 1 (Eddie Mann) Room #211
Coed 40-Somethings 2 (Duane Conrey) Room #210-C
Coed 50-Somethings (Bryan Wiles) Room #106-A

Connect Groups 2 (10:30am)
Infants-Preschool Room #102-104
PreK Room #200
Kindergarten Room #203
Grade 3-4 Room #206
Grade 5-6 Room #204
Grade 7-12 Room #210
Coed 20-Somethings (Rick Bailey) Room #213
Coed 30-Somethings 1 (Brian Ellsworth) Room #212
Coed 40-Somethings (Bob Walters) Room #211
Coed 50-Somethings (Mike Weaver) Room #106-B
Coed 60-up (Jim Christman) Room #106-A
Women Only (Lesia Cooper) Church Office
Pastor’s Class (Tony Long) Worship Center

2012: The Year to Connect
Our theme this year is 2012: The Year to Connect. Have you “connected” yet? It begins by getting involved in one of our small group “connect classes,” 8:00am or 10:30am, formerly known as Sunday School. It’s the Sunday morning place to be at Crossway.

Super Bowl Sunday
One of our favorite annual traditions is to “pack the place out” on Super Bowl Sunday. This year, it’s February 5. It is always a good time to be in worship and in a Connect Group here at CrossWay, but especially on Super Bowl Sunday. Dress up (or dress down) in your favorite team jersey that morning. Connect groups are encouraged to host a “Super Bowl party” that evening. It’s a great time to invite an unchurched friend to the big event.

Everything is Up
The new Sunday morning schedule appears to be working. Going to one worship, even temporarily, has generated enthusiasm for just about everyone. Weekly offerings and public decisions have both seen increases.
If you are having trouble finding a seat, come a little earlier. “Scooting to the end of the row” will help.
Change is not always good, but this one seems to be. We are still “tweaking things” to make it even better. Thanks for your support and encouragement.

It is a joy to be your Pastor !!

Welcome New Church Members

8. Jennifer Wolfe
9. Tracey Lofton
10. Brook Young
11. Tucker Young
12. Toby Edwards
13. Donna Hughsman
14. Your neighbor?

Interested in joining CrossWay?
Then fill in both sides of the GUEST REGISTRATION slip and hand it to Bro. Tony after the sermon during the invitation chorus. We will introduce you to the church family, and schedule a time to meet privately to discuss what it means to be an active member of CrossWay.

Sympathy
The CrossWay Staff and Family extends our sympathies to
Bryan and Donna Wiles in the death of his mother.

Ladies Valentine’s Brunch
Tickets are on sale for this year’s annual Ladies Brunch, sponsored by the Men’s Ministry. Saturday morning, February 11, 10:00am. $5 each, at the Information Table. All ladies invited.

Women on Mission
The next monthly meeting is Tuesday morning, January 31. Bring your favorite covered dish and a friend. We’re learning about mission work around the world.

Scout Sunday
Mark the calendar for February 12. Troop 441 and their families will be our guests, dressed in full Scout uniform. Each Scout will bring a canned good to aide CrossWay’s efforts to feed the hungry.

CD Ministry News
Our Multi-Media Ministry offers each morning message on CD, for a minimal cost. You may pick up a copy at the Welcome Center right after the worship service.
Entire sermon series (Ephesians, Philippians, etc) can also be requested and purchased. You can now show someone what CrossWay is like by viewing the morning worship service on our church website (www.crosswaybaptist.com). The 2011 Annual DVD is now available for $10. The disc contains every CrossWay service for the entire year - 52 weeks of exciting music and powerful messages, even Christmas and Easter. MP3 format, for portable players, iPods, Smart Phones. Looking for a volunteer to help is this ministry. See Dan Coleman today (615-668-6555).

2011 Contribution Statements
Last year’s statements are ready to be picked up. See the table in the foyer. All statements not picked up will be mailed. Help us save some postage, and get yours today.

Baby Shower
In honor of Josh and Ashley Bobo’s newest addition, Maleah Faith Bobo. Sunday, January 29, 2:00pm. Call Allie for more details (796-4552). Registered at Target and Babies-R-Us.

Super Bowl Fellowships
The annual Super Bowl is special at CrossWay, because we use it to invite our special guests and neighbors to our homes to fellowship and to watch the game. On February 5, we will gather by classes. Here are those we have planned:

Walters/Cooper classes
Randall and Jackie Davis home
1803 Somerset Drive 796-1558

Long class
Steve and Haven Arnold home
965 Warrior Drive 904-0311

Ellsworth class
Scott and Missy Haigh home
1313 Rhonda Drive 809-2095

Christman class
Jim and Debbie Christman home
2806 Standing Bear Way 867-2944

Conrey class
Duane and Beverly Conrey home
3439 Mary Avenue 849-9436