Weekly Newsletter
We’re grateful for the ways our church family is gathering, encouraging one another, and serving. Here’s what’s ahead at Crossroads.
Sent on Thursday, September 24, 2026
Our Mission
Ephesians 4:11–13 · Matthew 9:35–38 · 1 Peter 3:8
September 20 Sunday’s Message · Matthew 7:24–27 · Hebrews 10:23–25
Sunday’s message invited us to put faith into practice: walking in obedience, investing in our church family, spending time with God, and engaging our community. What one step of obedience will you practice this week?
Watch the September 20 message →Coming up at Crossroads
Thursday, September 24 · 6:30–8 PM
Young adults ages 18–30 are invited to gather at Crossroads for fellowship, prayer, worship, and Bible discussion.
Gathering details →Celebrating our church family
Thank you, Crossroads, for the generous donations that helped women attend the retreat. And thank you to everyone who attended and helped make it a meaningful time of friendship, encouragement, and growing in faith together.
Retreat wrap-up & lunch
Sunday, September 27 · After the service
Women’s retreat participants are invited to gather right after the service this Sunday for a retreat discussion and wrap-up. Lunch will be provided.
Men’s Group is back on Monday nights, 6:30–8:30 PM. Come join us as we encourage one another and grow in God’s Word.
Kids and youth are gathering Wednesday nights as the fall season gets underway. Families can arrive beginning at 6:15 PM, with activities from 6:30 to 7:45 PM.
New study: Colossians · Starting October 4
A new study of Colossians begins October 4! Join us Sundays from 9:00–9:45 AM in the boardroom. Come at 8:45 AM for tea, coffee, and visiting.
Come join this friendly, encouraging group of ladies, grow closer to God, and make new friends. No prior Bible knowledge is required.
Saturday, October 10 · 8:30 AM
Join us for Men’s Breakfast in the Fireside Room. A $10 donation is suggested—it is not a required admission cost.
Saturday, October 10 · Departing from church at 10 AM
Summit Youth invites students and their friends to a pumpkin patch and maze on Sauvie Island. Pick out the perfect pumpkin, enjoy food, and try the optional corn maze. After we return to the church, we’ll decorate pumpkins and enjoy refreshments.
No charge to attend. Students are encouraged to bring about $20, which should reasonably cover activities at the farm.
Questions or need assistance? Contact Youth Director Chris Verrett at chris.verrett@crossroadsportland.com.
Sunday, October 11 · After the service
Interested in helping with youth group? Join Chris Verrett after the service for an introductory conversation about serving with Summit Youth. Plan for about an hour.
Saturday, October 31
Help us get ready for Trunk R Treat! Candy donation bins and car-signup sheets will be in the lobby. Bring candy, sign up to decorate a trunk, or let us know if you would like to help with the event.
A place to serve and grow
We’d love to welcome more musicians to our worship team! If you’re interested in using your musical gifts to serve, we invite you to audition. Contact kris.strobeck@crossroadsportland.com to get connected.
Contact Kris →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.
Ongoing at Crossroads
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.

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.

Community care
New shopping hours effective September 1, 2026
1,249
families served
4,052
individuals served
Financial snapshot
As of latest update
Expenses currently exceed income by $40,584.88.