THE CROSSING - MACOMB
1600 W. Jackson
Macomb, IL 61455
(309) 836-7870
Ben Ellefritz
Campus Pastor
AJ Fuhrman
Associate Campus Pastor
Family Pastor
Andre Harper
Student Pastor
Grant Brown
College Ministries
Andy Ham
Worship Ministries
Danielle Flack
Elementary Director
Jessica Ellefritz
Women's Ministry, Christian Counseling
Stacey Steele
Administrative Assistant
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TITHES & OFFERING
BUDGET NEED:
$25,596.67
OFFERING:
$15,743.16
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ATTENDANCE
48TH STREET - 2,081
MACOMB - 1,019
KIRKSVILLE -471
929 - 384
PIKE COUNTY - 380
HANNIBAL - 1,050
LIMA - 144
MT STERLING - 337
KEOKUK - 462
INSIDE -
145
.TV - 68
TOTAL = 6,541
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PARENTS!
This is what we will be learning in our Early Childhood ministry this weekend!
MEMORY VERSE
"I will give thanks to the Lord with my whole heart"
Psalm 111:1
Who can you thank for everything?
BOTTOM LINE
I can thank God for everything.
BASIC TRUTH
God made me.
THIS WEEK'S BIBLE TRUTH
We can praise God because He helps us.
David praises God
2 Samuel 6,14
Psalm 149:1-5
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PARENTS!
We want you to stay connected with what your kids are learning in our Crossing
KIDS ministry!
November
Life App: Gratitude
This week in
KIDS ministry we are learning:
Bible Story:
A Psalm of Thanksgiving
Psalm 100:1-5
Bottom Line:
Celebrate what God has done
Memory Verse:
"Give thanks in all circumstances for this is God's will for you in Jesus Christ" 1 Thessalonians 5:18
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A Note from AJ... |
Finally, we have made it!! It is fall. The weather is cold, and soup is hot. When fall arrives our culture starts to focus on certain things: pumpkin spice, apple cider, and thankfulness. Thankfulness is where I want to spend a moment today. I think we understand thankfulness in relationship to those around us. We know what it looks like to show gratitude to family and friends, but what does it look like to show gratitude to God? God has done so much for us, and we need to give Him gratitude. What should that look like? How do we show Him gratitude?
Gratitude causes us to want to give back to someone who has been generous to us. When friends and family are generous, we want to show them generosity in return. We need to have the same attitude with God. He has given us so much, and we want to be generous in return to Him. Our worship, giving, and serving should be motivated by our heart to give back to God. This month, as you see friends and family, make sure you are taking time to see how much God has given you.
Gratitude evokes emotion. When people do great things for you, it evokes emotion. When people sacrifice so that you can have something, it evokes emotion. It is not uncommon for us cry when we are overwhelmed by thankfulness. When is the last time your gratitude towards God brought emotion in your life? This month let the goodness of God overwhelm you during prayer, worship, giving, and serving. Do not be afraid of the emotion you feel.
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This is a great opportunity to honor our Crossing mission partners and hear about the amazing work they are doing. Go to www.thecrossing.net to register.
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Come to Peoria and hear about what is going on in Missions around the world. The Crossing worship band is leading worship. Jerry Harris, Andre Harper and Sonny Woollard are all speaking at the conference. Admission is free when you use the above code. Registration is available through thecrossing.net or in the church lobby.
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Know your Kids Love Language! |
Parents! This class provides you with the tools to understand how your child experiences and expresses love. See the difference this makes in your relationship with your child!
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DifferenceMaker
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To volunteer at The Crossing Macomb, text
DIFFERENCEMAKER to 22828!
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YouVersion Bible App
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TEXT TO GIVE
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We know that carrying cash or a checkbook isn't as common as it used to be and we want you to have easy access to be obedient in the area of tithes and offering.
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EARLY CHILDHOOD
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From newborns to preschoolers, we value the time we get to spend teaching and loving your kids during worship services!
If you have questions, please contact
Stacey Steele @ staceysteele@thecrossing.net
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THE CROSSING KIDS |
We place high value on kids here at The Crossing. We strive to create an experience where kids can connect to God and discover His will. We use age appropriate lessons and media to engage kids so they can connect with God at their level. We love kids and look forward each week for the opportunity to tell them about our amazing God and show them that He loves them too. THE CROSSING KIDS ministry is for K-5 and happens every Thursday night at 6:00 and Sundays 9:00 and 10:45.
If you have any questions, please contact Danielle Flack at danielleflack@thecrossing.net. TO TOP OF PAGE |
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FUSE |
If you have a 6th, 7th, or 8th grader and you are looking for ways to help them get closer to Jesus then FUSE is for you. This ministry is tailored specifically for middle school students and meets during second service every Sunday in the Studio. They do church together, communion together, and they break out into small groups. Small groups are where they will form relationships, ask questions and understand the sermon better. Now is a great time to get your 6th, 7th, or 8th grader plugged in!
If you have any questions,
please contact
Andre Harper at andreh@thecrossing.net.
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CROSSING KIDS X-TRA |
 CKX is our Christ-centered after-school program for kids K-6th grade. Our program includes time spent on homework, devotional, reading, and recreation. Snacks are provided.
Registration for the 2017/2018 school year has begun. Stop by the office to pick up a registration form or Click Here to register online.
If you have any questions, please contact Andy Rector at andyr@thecrossing.net TO TOP OF PAGE |
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CELEBRATE RECOVERY |
If you have something in your life that needs to be dealt with or you have something that is holding you back from a relationship with God and other people, we have a Celebrate Recovery group that meets every Friday night from
6-8pm. This is an excellent opportunity to lay down those hurts, habits, and hangups! Childcare is available.
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FACEBOOK
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Be sure to visit our Facebook page to keep up on what's new at The Crossing - Macomb!
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