Weekly Newsletter
You make this church feel like home.
This Sunday, we’re thanking the volunteers who make so much possible. Bring candy, catch the youth schedule update, and find a way to serve our neighbors.
Sent on Thursday, October 22, 2026
Equipping one another to practice the compassion of Jesus every day.
Our Mission
Ephesians 4:11–13 · Matthew 9:35–38 · 1 Peter 3:8
October 18 Sunday’s Message · Acts 17–18
Crossroads Journey
Following Paul through Thessalonica, Berea, Athens, Corinth, and Ephesus, Sean invited us to see our everyday crossroads as places to live as God’s ambassadors. Prayerfully notice where God is leading you, listen for his next step, and practice the compassion of Jesus there.
Watch the October 18 message →Coming up at Crossroads
The candy barrel would like to speak to a manager.
Saturday, October 31 · 5–7 PM
Its job is to hold candy. It is deeply concerned that we are training it to be an umbrella stand.
We really need candy. Bring a bag or two of individually wrapped candy this Sunday and drop it in the lobby donation bins. Let’s give that barrel the career it deserves.
We also need decorated trunks and volunteers, including helpers to keep the candy moving during the event. Sign up your car online or at the lobby signup sheets, or let us know you can help.
We’re collecting canned food for the Food Bank at Trunk R Treat, too. Bring a few cans with you. The event is in the north parking lot, with family parking in the south lot.
We’re muffin without you.
Sunday, October 25
To everyone who volunteers at Crossroads: thank you. This Sunday, October 25, we’re celebrating you with muffins and a little appreciation for all the ways you serve. Watch for an invitation from your ministry leader.
Summit Youth: this week’s schedule
October 25, October 28 & November 4
This Sunday, October 25: students in grades 6–12 will stay in the service following worship. Younger children will still be dismissed to their classes.
Wednesday, October 28: Summit Youth will not meet.
Wednesday, November 4: Summit Youth resumes.
An extra hour of sleep is coming.
Sunday, November 1
Daylight saving time ends on Sunday, November 1. Set your clocks back one hour before bed on Saturday, October 31, and enjoy the extra hour of sleep. We’ll gather for church at our usual 10 AM.
Leaf of Joy Family Service Project
Saturday, November 14 · 9 AM–2 PM
Join our church family for the Leaf of Joy Family Service Project on Saturday, November 14, from 9 AM to 2 PM. We’ll meet at Crossroads Church before heading out to serve our neighbors. Families with children in grades 1–12 and individuals of all ages are welcome. Bring rakes, leaf blowers, yard gloves, shovels, or other yard tools. We’ll serve rain or shine, so wear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. Register online or sign up in the church lobby.
Questions? Contact Hannah Keo at hannah.keo@crossroadsportland.com.
Christmas décor team
Sunday, November 29 · After church
Help decorate Crossroads for Christmas! Join the Christmas décor team as we prepare our sanctuary and hallways for Advent. Come on Sunday, November 29, immediately after church. Pizza will be provided. Register online, sign up in the lobby, or contact office@crossroadsportland.com.
Register for Christmas decorating →Find your weekly rhythm.
More ways to connect
Whether you want to study Scripture, revisit Sunday’s message, pray with others, read together, or simply play, there is a place to connect during the week.
Isaiah Wednesday Night Study
Work through Isaiah with Glen Heiner on Wednesdays, 6:30–7:45 PM.
Wednesday Sermon Study
Revisit Sunday’s teaching and discuss it together, Wednesdays at 6:30 PM in the lower-level Fireside Room.
Prayer Team Meeting
Pray for our church and community Sundays, 8–8:45 AM, and Wednesdays, 5–5:45 PM, in the Prayer Center.
Prayer Study Class
Learn and practice prayer together Sundays, 9–9:45 AM.
Women’s Bible Study & Prayer
Women gather Sundays at 9 AM for Bible study, prayer, and fellowship.
Thursday Sermon Discussion
Men discuss Sunday’s message Thursdays, 10–11:30 AM in the Board Room.
Friday Book Study
Read and discuss together twice a month on Fridays, 1–3 PM in the Fireside Room.
Pickleball
Play in the Crossroads gym on the second and fourth Sundays, 2–4 PM.
Weekly ministries & ways to connect.
Ongoing at Crossroads
Join us at 10 AM.
Sunday gathering
Join us in person every Sunday, or gather with us through the livestream.
Plan ahead
See every event & registration →
Women’s Ministry
Sunday Bible Study & Prayer meets 9–9:45 AM in the Board Room, with coffee, tea, and fellowship beginning at 8:45. Thursday Girls gathers for coffee at 9:45 AM, then Bible study from 10–11 AM. Questions? thursdaygirlspdx@gmail.com
Monday Night Men’s Group
Men’s Group meets Monday nights, 6:30–8:30 PM. All men are welcome.
Thursday Morning Men’s Sermon Discussion
Meets Thursdays at 10 AM in the Board Room. All men are welcome.
Come pray with us.
Prayer
Sunday mornings: 8–8:45 AM in the Prayer Center • Wednesday evenings: 5–5:45 PM in the Prayer Center and on Zoom. We pray for our church, our city, our nation, and one another.
Crossroads Food Bank
Community care
New shopping hours effective September 1, 2026
1,249
families served
4,052
individuals served
Year-to-date income & expenses
Financial snapshot
As of September 30, 2026
Expenses currently exceed income by $44,219.34.