Special Christmas Offering

Dear Crossbridge Family,

One of the lessons God has been reminding me of recently is that there is always something to be thankful for. Yes, there are things that we don’t have and want, but there are so many things that we do have, that we are blessed with, and that are gifts from God. And when I find myself focusing on the things that I do have versus the things that I don’t have, deep-seated gratitude and thankfulness are the result.

One of the ways I would like us as a church family to express our appreciation to God for the many blessings He has given us this year is by giving beyond our regular giving. I would like us to take the Bible’s words to heart when it says, “Just as you excel in everything—in faith, in speech, in knowledge, in complete earnestness—see that you also excel in this grace of giving.” (2 Corinth. 8:7) For this reason, we are doing a special Christmas Offering to show our thankfulness to God for all that He has given us.

Listed below are some opportunities you can give toward, and my only request is that you first pray to God and ask Him how much you should give toward this special Christmas offering. Then just do what He says. (And yes, I believe when you ask God how much you should give, He will tell you!)

-The Building Fund
-KidWorks
-Missions (New churches and oversees)
-Helping families in need
-Night Out for Hunger
-The Youth Ministry

This special Christmas Offering will kick-off on Sunday, December 11th, and you can give toward it through the beginning of the new year. This gift is tax-deductible, just as your regular giving.

Our goal for our church is to raise $15,000 with this offering, but my personal goal for each individual and family is that they would truly ask God what they should give…and then simply give that. As we obey God and listen to His voice, may He continue to use us in this area for the increase of His reputation!

Gratefully Yours,
Mark