Weekly Newsletter
Growing together this fall.
Thank you for being part of life at Crossroads. Here’s a look back at Sunday and a few ways to gather, serve, and stay connected in the weeks ahead.
Sent on Wednesday, September 16, 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
September 13 Sunday’s Message · Acts 14 · Psalm 44
God’s purpose cannot be thwarted by human opposition.
In Acts 14, Paul encounters resistance, loss, and the paradox of faith. Sunday’s message reminded us that God’s purpose cannot be thwarted by human opposition—and invited us to follow Jesus faithfully even when the way forward is difficult.
Watch the September 13 message →Coming up at Crossroads
Thank you for a wonderful chili cookoff!
Looking back · September 13 Church Round Up
Thank you to everyone who brought desserts and side dishes, entered chili, volunteered, and helped make our Church Round Up such a warm time together.
Congratulations to our chili cookoff winners!
1st place: Rick Ohmie
2nd place: Tommy Wright
3rd place: Katie Hawkins
It was incredibly close—all three finished within one point of each other!
Remembering Louise Tatro
We invite you to watch the memorial service celebrating the life of Louise Tatro, one of Crossroads’ original founders and a cherished part of our Food Bank ministry. Please share the recording with family and friends who would like to remember Louise.
Watch Louise’s memorial service →
Trunk R Treat: we need candy!
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.
Women’s Bible Study launches October 4
Sunday mornings · 9 AM
Women’s Bible Study & Prayer begins a new study on Sunday, October 4. Join us as we gather around God’s Word, pray together, and grow in community.
Men’s Group is back!
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 & youth Wednesday nights continue.
6:30–7:45 PM
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.
Summit Youth: Autumn Outing
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.
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, 6:30–7:45 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 latest update
Expenses currently exceed income by $40,584.88.