Aug
4
to May 17
Aug
4
to Sep 22
Song of Solomon: Love, Romance, and Marriage
The pastor will be preaching a series on the book of Song of Solomon on Sunday nights beginning August 4th. God uses Song of Solomon as a guideline to handle one of the most important relationships we will ever have: of a husband and a wife. As we study together, we will see how a couple can live in a way which honors and brings glory to God and also brings intimacy and deep connection to one another.
Aug
11
to Oct 20
Flag Football
Beginning Aug. 11 is an opportunity for our HSM guys to play some flag football with a Super Bowl as a season closer! The deadline to signup is Sunday, Aug. 4, 2019 with a team draft selection on August 11.
Following the preseason in August, all games and practices will take place on Sunday afternoons (1:30-4:30p) beginning Aug. 18 through Sept. 28. October will be playoffs for the Super Bowl currently scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 20 @ 8p. Sign up and be a part of something new this year!
Aug
23
6:30 PM18:30
Men's Beast Feast
The 2019 Beast Feast will be Friday, August 23, 2019 at 6:30 PM in the Student Center Gym. Crossway men and boys will enjoy great giveaways and a seafood feast. Special guest speakers will be Hall of Fame Pro Fisherman Jimmy Houston and Bob Reccord. Tickets are $20.00. Registration is open until August 5.
Aug
24
9:30 AM09:30
Treasure Lake Getaway
Join us for a day at Treasure Lake in Branson, MO. Our high school students will be able to hangout and enjoy a day in the sun. Transportation/admission is free but students/friends need to register by Wednesday, August 21st as space is limited.
Aug
24
4:00 PM16:00
Back to School Night - Middle School
Middle Schoolers - join us for a night of food, inflatables, and fun to kick off the new school year!
Sep
3
to May 31
MOCHA
MOCHA (Mothers of Crossway Helping One Another) is a ministry designed to help moms of all ages and stages connect with each other. We do this by providing the opportunity for support, encouragement, and fellowship through Christ-centered discussions and interactions.
Sep
7
12:00 PM12:00
Color War 2019
Our class-clash and color war is back! Last year the leaders took the prize and it’s all a conspiracy! Let’s not let that happen again! This is a free event that will test your team spirit and the strength and ability of your class for the new school year! Lunch will be provided along with fun and games and of course, some color powder to end the afternoon!
Remember to wear your class colors and bring the appropriate cover-ups (towel, trash bag, etc.) for clean up at the end of the event.
Class Colors: Seniors - Blue / Juniors - Red / Sophomores - Orange / Freshmen - Green
Sep
13
to Sep 14
Women's Encourag(her) Retreat
Join us September 13 - 14 for a weekend retreat where we will dive into God’s word and learn practical steps for daily living. You and your girlfriends can enjoy time away to refresh and renew at the Radisson Hotel in Branson.
The cost is $75 per person. Cost is based on 2 people per room and each room includes two queen size beds. Breakfast will be served in the hotel restaurant.
Oct
12
8:00 AM08:00
Men's Fellowship Breakfast
We believe a strong church is a church that prays. Throughout the year we give the men of Crossway an opportunity to come together and spend time praying for our church and for each other.
Aug
12
6:00 PM18:00
Operation Christmas Child Packing Party
There will be a church wide packing party for the Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes on Monday night, August 12. We will meet in the student gym from 6 - 8 pm.
Aug
2
to Aug 3
Freshmen Weekend
Ready or not here comes high school! We want to welcome all our incoming freshmen with a weekend just for them! This will be an opportunity for our students to get to know Luke and Kaitlyn as well as an introduction into the high school student ministry. Any/all new freshmen are welcome to this event! It is free but we do ask for registration below.
The dates are Friday & Saturday, Aug. 2 & 3. Drop off will be at Crossway at 6p on Friday and pickup will be at Crossway at 2p on Saturday. We’ll kick things off with dinner/pool party at Westport pool and then a lock in at the church. Saturday will start with breakfast and then a time of Bible study, games, and hanging out! We’ll conclude our weekend with an introduction to student leadership as well as lunch before pickup at 1:30p.
Jul
31
6:30 AM06:30
KidZone Open House
Families are welcome to visit their child's new classroom and meet their AWANA and Bible Fellowship teachers to discuss the upcoming year of learning together. There will also be a photo booth set up for families to take part in our KidZone Spotlight Series. Snap a picture and give us some feedback on how Crossway Children's Ministry has impacted your family!
Jul
28
6:00 PM18:00
Only King Forever Concert
The Crossway Music Ministry will be presenting a concert, "Only King Forever", during the evening service on Sunday, July 28, 2019. This will be an amazing night of worship that will include our Adult Choir, Orchestra and Band.
Jul
28
to Jul 29
Incoming 6th Grade Luncheon
All incoming 6th-grade students and their parents are encouraged to join us for a free informational Luncheon on July 28th in the College Worship area at 12:30.
Jul
27
11:45 AM11:45
Senior Adult Lunch
Crossway senior adults will travel to rural Miller, MO and eat lunch at the Hangar Kafe, which overlooks an active airfield. We will leave from the church at 11:45 AM on the church shuttles and return by 5:00 PM. You can reserve a spot by contacting Karen Bisher at 865-7311. Reservation deadline is July 15 or whenever limited seating is filled. Cost of the lunch buffet is $14.99 per person.
Jul
22
to Jul 26
Jul
21
to Aug 12
Operation Christmas Child Limited Access Project
Crossway is once again partnering with Operation Christmas Child to pack 1,000 shoeboxes for children in unreached countries. For this summer project, please pick up a shopping list at the OCC table and return items by August 11.
Jul
20
to Jul 26
Mission Mt. Vernon
This year the High School ministry gets the opportunity to partner with Pastor Jesse Webster and Sugar Camp Baptist Church as they replant in the heart of Mt. Vernon, IL. Our students will help Sugar Camp reach the area through VBS style backyard Bible clubs, prayer walking, gospel distribution. We hope to finish up the week with a block party. We will also participate in evening worship services of preaching, prayer, and praise.
Jul
12
to Jul 14
"Be Changed" Middle School Retreat
Mark your calendars and plan for an incredible weekend with energetic worship, practical preaching and crazy fun games and activities.
This weekend is often a life-changing time where many students make decisions for Christ, build strong relationships and grow closer in their walk with God.
Jul
2
8:00 AM08:00
Day at the Range
4th & 5th graders, join us for a Day at the Range at the Andy Dalton Shooting Range (located on the Bois D'Arc Conservation Area) on Tuesday, July 2. Students will meet at the church at 8 a.m. and return by 12:45 p.m. Registration is free and will be open from June 9 - June 27.
Jun
24
to Jun 28
Vacation Bible School
Kids will discover that we are all part of the same race—the human race—and all part of the same family from Adam and Eve as they race from continent to continent uncovering clues and attempting challenges.
Go to... and register your preschool through 5th-grade children to run The Incredible Race! One Family, One Race, One Savior!
Jun
17
to Jun 21
Jun
17
9:00 AM09:00
Kids Outdoor Days
K-5th graders will enjoy fishing and eating lunch at Bois D'Arc Conservation Pond. We will leave Crossway at 9 a.m. and return at 3 p.m. There is no cost for this event. Limited to the first 30 that register.
Jun
14
to Jun 15
Kidz Kamp
K-2nd Graders (2018-19 school year), join us for a lock-in Friday, June 14 (4:30 PM) - Saturday, June 15 (12:30 PM). This year's theme is "Glow with God!" Prov. 4:18. $40 registration includes food, activities, swimming (Westport Swimming Pool), and FUN! Limited to the first 40 that register.
Jun
9
12:30 PM12:30
Middle School Father/Daughter Luncheon
As fathers, you are often your daughter's greatest hero and one of the greatest influences in their lives. On Sunday, June 9, we want to encourage you with a special father/daughter lunch in the Student Center Gym. We will begin at 12:30pm and you can expect the event to end around 2:00pm.
The cost is $5 per person and you can register online until May 30.
Jun
5
to Jul 31
Preschool Summer Storytime
This summer we will be exploring the attributes of God through story, craft, and playtime from 10:00-11:00 AM each Wednesday morning in the KidZone Gym. Please register so we can plan accordingly. Registration will begin May 19 and close June 3, and there is no cost for this event.
Jun
2
6:00 PM18:00
The Martins
The Martins, winners of 8 Dove Awards, will be in concert Sunday night, June 2. Siblings, Joyce, Jonathan & Judy, have enjoyed countless radio hits and have performed across the United States. This will be a great night of worship.
*This is a FREE event and no tickets are required.
May
30
6:00 PM18:00
Springfield Cardinals Game
Game Time: 7:10pm – Gates Open: 6:10pm (students cover transportation
Cost: $10 (student covers food – $1 brats)
Registration closes May 12
For any questions, contact Lisa Brown.
May
26
to Jul 28
Summer Sunday Nights
Now that AWANA is coming to an end for this program year, join us as we ZIP into learning the attributes of God through 'ZIP for Kids' interactive curriculum! Preschool through 5th grade students will enjoy interactive lessons, crafts, and activities each Sunday evening, 5:45-7:00 PM (just like the AWANA schedule), from May 26th -July 28th.
May
24
5:30 PM17:30
Elementary Girls' Night Out at the Stables
Kindergarten-5th-grade girls are invited to join us for a fun evening at Sac River Stables on Friday, May 24th. We will meet at the church at 5:30 PM and return at 9:15 PM. Cost is $25/girl, and the event is limited to the first 25 to sign up.
May
22
to Aug 7
Summer in the Psalms
The pastoral staff will be bringing messages from the book of Psalms on Wednesday nights during the summer. We'll be looking at psalms of praise, wisdom, trust, lament, thanksgiving and others. The series begins on May 22 and finishes up on August 7.
May
19
6:00 PM18:00
AWANA Awards Ceremony and Celebration
Join us for the AWANA Awards Ceremony on May 19 during the Sunday evening service as we celebrate the accomplishments of our students who participated in Puggles, Cubbies, Sparks, T & T, Journey, & Trek this year! Following the ceremony, there will be an ice cream social in the KidZone Gym to commemorate AWANA participants for the awards they received.
May
5
6:00 PM18:00
Kidz Praize Musical
This musical is sure to help you grow in faith as you rediscover God's faithfulness through the ages and are encouraged to study His promises! People of faith may not know where they are going, but they know Who called them and Who leads them!
May
5
12:30 PM12:30
Middle School Mother/Son Luncheon
As mothers, you are often one of the greatest influences in your son’s life. On Sunday, May 5, we want to encourage you with a special mother/son lunch in the Student Center Gym. We will begin at 12:30pm and you can expect the event to end around 2:00pm.
The cost is $5 per person and you can register online until May 2.
May
5
9:30 AM09:30
Crossway Cares About Kids
Mobilizing the church to serve children in our community.
As followers of Jesus, we are called to care for and serve the fatherless and abused children in our community. Crossway is helping interested members connect with ministries and organizations who serve orphans and children in need. We pray God stirs your heart to catch His passion for the fatherless.
Apr
28
7:30 PM19:30
Senior Adult Omaha Trip - Informational Meeting
Crossway senior adults will have a weekend mission trip to Omaha, Nebraska to help Bro. Rick Lechner with the Omaha Freeway Ministry and church planter Bro. Angel Morales. We will leave Crossway on Friday, June 28 and return Sunday evening June 30. The trip's cost, travel schedule and projects will be discussed in an informational meeting on Sunday, April 28 in room A-3 after evening service.
Apr
27
9:30 AM09:30
Men's Golf Fellowship
The Crossway men’s golf fellowship will be Saturday, April 27 at Springfield’s Payne Stewart Golf Course. The four-man scramble will have a shotgun start at 9:30am. There will be four flights, with prizes awarded in each flight. At the end of play, lunch will be provided at the Betty Allison House. There will be contests and prizes throughout the round.
Apr
27
9:00 AM09:00
Middle School Branson Tracks
We will depart the church at 9am and head to Branson. We will spend the morning at the tracks, and then head to CiCi’s at 12:30pm for lunch. After lunch, we will return to the Tracks until 5pm. We will then load up and head back to Springfield. Please plan on picking up your student from the church at 6pm.
Apr
21
8:00 AM08:00
Easter Services
Join us for Easter services Sunday, April 21. Service times will be at 8, 9:30 and 11am. No Bible Fellowship. We will observe the Lord’s Supper during the evening service at 6pm.