Crossbridge Community Church

Special Christmas Offering

jaime — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 16:58:05 +0000

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

Night Out for Hunger – Thank You!

jaime — Sun, 13 Nov 2011 19:45:39 +0000

We want to thank the members of this community for their generous donations of food at the Night Out for Hunger event on Saturday, November 12th. With your help, we were able to collect more than 5,000 lbs. of non-perishable food for the Food Bank of South Jersey and for local families.

Thank you also to the following individuals and companies for their invaluable support of Sleep Out for Hunger:

Ball Corporation, John Saalwachter, Marketing & Business Development
Rode’s Catering, Bill Rode
Sunbelt Rentals
Dan Getman, Food Bank of South Jersey
Nikki Kann, NZK Designs
Edward Johnson, Gloucester County Fire Marshall

And a very special thank you to the members of Crossbridge Community Church for their tireless volunteer efforts to make Night Out for Hunger’s second year a success. Whether delivering bags, designing flyers, posting signs, volunteering at the event, donating food or spending a night out in the cold, you helped to show the love of Jesus to many families in Southern New Jersey by serving. Thank you!

Look for us again in 2012!

Christmas Eve Service

jaime — Sun, 13 Nov 2011 14:00:23 +0000

Saturday, December 24
4 pm – 5 pm
Kingsway High School

There’s something about Christmas that brings cheer like no other time—the lights, the carols, the treats, the gifts…and the Savior being born. Join us at Crossbridge Community Church to celebrate the birth of Jesus and all that God meant the Season to be. We’d be delighted to share the occasion with you!

Special Christmas Offering

jaime — Sun, 13 Nov 2011 13:20:46 +0000

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, 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. That we 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…and then just do what He says. (And yes, I believe when you ask God how much you should give, He will tell you!)

- Toward our future Building – $1,000

- Vacation Bible School – $500

- Missions (New church/oversees) – $300

- Helping families in need – $250

- Night Out for Hunger – $100

- Other – ????

This special Christmas Offering will kickoff on Sunday, December 12th, and you can give toward it through the beginning of the year. Our goal for our church is to raise $6,000 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

Night Out for Hunger

jaime — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 01:38:41 +0000

On Saturday, November 12, 2011, Crossbridge Community Church will sponsor its second Night Out for Hunger event in Woolwich Township, NJ as part of National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week. Crossbridge invites residents of Woolwich and the surrounding area to stop by with a food donation to help local residents struggling to feed their own families. Partnering in the food collection is The Food Bank of South Jersey which feeds over 12,000 residents of southern New Jersey in any given week.

WHAT:
Night Out for Hunger! All proceeds benefit the Food Bank of South Jersey as well as local families in the Swedesboro/Woolwich area. Stop by with food or monetary donations to The Food Bank of South Jersey.

Join us for fun activities, including:

-Trolley Rides
-Moonbounces
-Kids Crafts
-A bonfire with S’Mores
-Music
-A Special Movie Presentation

WHEN:
Saturday, November 12, 2011
6 pm – 8 pm

WHERE:
Locke Avenue Park in Swedesboro, NJ. The Night Out event will take place snow, rain or shine.

COST:
There is no cost to participate in this event. However, this event is a fundraiser for the Food Bank of South Jersey and local families in need, so donations are always welcomed. Food or monetary donations may be dropped off during the event or mailed with checks made payable to:
Crossbridge Community Church
ATTN: Sleep Out for Hunger
P.O. Box 475
Swedesboro, NJ 08085

Trunk or Treat

jaime — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 19:17:46 +0000

Sunday, October 23
4 pm – 6 pm
Kingsway High School

It’s time for Crossbridge’s 6th Community Trunk or Treat! Join us for this safe alternative to Trick or Treating. Kids of all ages will “Trunk or Treat” by visiting fun-themed car trunks lining the school parking lot. Wear a costume to receive candy, play games and win great prizes! Admission is always FREE! Treat bags will be provided! Please call (856) 832-0200 for more information.

Would you like to see our past Trunk or Treats? Check out our photo gallery!

No Service – September 4

jaime — Fri, 26 Aug 2011 16:32:52 +0000

As we move into Labor Day weekend, please remember that we will not have a church service this Sunday, September 4. Thank you to all of the volunteers who have worked tirelessly this past year in set-up, KidWorks, café, worship team and all of the other ministries that make up Crossbridge. We appreciate all you do and want you to have this weekend to rest and re-energize. Our services will resume Sunday, September 11 at 10:30 am at Kingsway High School.

Have a wonderful rest of your summer. We have an exciting fall coming up with two new sermon series, our amazing KidWorks program, the return of Trunk or Treat and a re-vamped Sleep Out for Hunger event that your entire family will want to be a part of!

Baby Dedication Sunday

jaime — Fri, 26 Aug 2011 14:37:16 +0000

Sunday, October 23
High School @ Rt. 322 & Kings Hwy.
Woolwich, NJ
10:30 am

Parents who dedicate a child are making a promise to the Lord to do everything within their power to raise the child in a godly way, prayerfully until he or she can make a decision on his or her own to follow God. Crossbridge Community Church will hold a special Baby Dedication service on Sunday, October 23. We invite all families and friends of those being dedicated to join us in prayer and celebration on this special day!

Baptism Sunday

jaime — Fri, 26 Aug 2011 14:31:36 +0000

“Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you.” Matthew 28:19,20

The first step to take in your new relationship with God after you have asked Jesus to be your Savior is to be baptized. Baptism is a public declaration of your new association with Jesus Christ. The next step after baptism is to GROW in your love relationship with Jesus. This is a life-long journey that Crossbridge Community Church is excited to help you make!

If you are interested in participating in our next Water Baptism, please email Pastor Mark or call us at (856) 832-0200.

Vacation Bible School

jaime — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 18:09:27 +0000

July 25 – 28, 2011
9 am – 12:30 pm
Kingsway High School

REGISTER HERE

At PandaMania VBS, kids ages 4 – 5th grade will explore a bamboo forest full of fun-loving pandas! And Psalm 139 comes to life as kids learn that they are God’s most precious creation. In return, kids will learn to give thanks to God for all he does. Here they will participate in memorable Bible-learning activities, sing catchy songs, play teamwork-building games, dig into yummy treats, experience electrifying Bible adventures, collect Bible Memory Buddies to remind them of God’s Word, and create Bible Point crafts they’ll take home and play with all summer long.

Click on the “Register Here” link above for details about this year’s program. If you should have any questions, please email Vacation Bible School Director Becky Frey or call the church office at (856) 832-0200.