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Abundently Blessed on Christmas Eve

On Christmas Eve a lot of the Cross Pointe family was away this year, but this didn’t stop God from showing us He’s an abundant Lord and has plans for Cross Pointe. Pastor Holdner notes, “It was our largest service with 202 people. It was uplifting to have so many gathered to worship. A wonderful milestone, for Cross Pointe, one of many for Cross Pointe, as we walk with our Lord and King Jesus Christ.”

Ladies Fellowship

Dec 9th 2011 – The Ladies Fellowship group welcomed Janessa into the family with fellowship. Also the group listened to a presentation on the SA Foundation. This is a ministry dedicated to fighting sexual exploitation and trafficking.

Cross Pointe’s Operation Christmas Child Boxes Delivered

Dec 5th 2011 – This year, 60 shoeboxes were filled by the Cross Pointe family! Thank you for taking the time to pack these presents! Imagine
the smiles on the faces of the children who will receive these gifts of love. In addition to the shoeboxes, children will also receive a booklet in
their own language, “The Greatest Gift of All,” and hear about the Good News of Christ. Thank you Cross Pointe for your generosity as we share God’s love.

“Bryce (Pastor Jay’s son) helped deliver 60 Operation Christmas Child Shoe Boxes to the sorting depot. He was impressed by the thousands of boxes headed oversees.”

Cross Pointe Youth Supports Mustard Seed

Cross Pointe Youth finished its fundraising campaign and generously sponsored 14 meals at the Mustard Seed Christmas dinner. Great job!

Bright Lights Volunteer at Toy Warehouse

The Bright Lights girls group has been meeting since September, and we decided as a group to volunteer during the Christmas season. On December 10 we spent 3 hours at the Salvation Army’s Toy Warehouse. Our job was to select toys, and other items that had been donated through Toy Mountain, for families who would be receiving a Christmas Hamper from the Salvation Army.

The purpose of doing volunteer work was for the girls to learn to give selflessly, without thoughts of what was in it for them, to understand about giving without getting anything in return. But volunteering with the Salvation Army’s Christmas Hamper program was so rewarding, the girls did get something in return. They sincerely enjoyed being able to help provide a brighter Christmas for a family in need. It was also a tremendous opportunity for the girls to see the generosity of others; they saw Christ alive in the Christmas season. While choosing the gift items the girls were very serious and thoughtful, and gave careful consideration to each item they selected. There was genuine love and compassion in their hearts; love for Christ, and for people.

“This service that you perform is not only supplying the needs of God’s people but is also overflowing in many expressions of thanks to God.”—2 Corinthians 9:12

Hey Cross Pointe lets keep Bright Lights in our prayers. Also you can follow Kelly’s blog to support this ministry as well – http://kellys3gnetwork.wordpress.com/

Street Ministry

Dec 7th 2011 – Walter and Herman joined Pastor Jay doing some witnessing in Shawnessy tonight. It was -13, but it was good to share the message of God’s Love to a few people. (Walter and Herman featured in the picture.)

Volunteer Team Meeting

It was great to have 21 people out to our Volunteer Team Meeting on December 3rd. One key discussion included the notion of keeping our ministry public and visible in our community. Thank you for everyone who could make it, and we give thanks for the Lord growing the Cross Pointe ministry.

Christmas Eve Service

Please note Christmas Eve service is not at Empire Theatre 10, but its at St. Sebastian School – 65 Chaparral Drive SE. Christmas Eve service is at 4:30pm. Unfortunately Cross Pointe was not able to rent space for Christmas Day – so our only celebration is Christmas Eve. Cross Pointe returns to Empire 10 at 10am January 1st.

CP Elections

Cross Pointe had it’s AGM on October 16^th. Pastor Jay Holdner shared a message of encouragement and calling to continue walking forward with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. That we continue as the early church – responding to the needs of community, being people in prayer, and seeing the ministry of God’s Word go forward.

The following were elected to the Cross Pointe BOD – Lee Himbeault, Trevor Hubbard, Jeff Campbell, Kelly Vegso, and Charmaine Marsh. Reagan was re-elected as Head Elder.

Parables

Start of new sermon series announced – Parables | Unedited to start on September 18^th.

Learn more.

Fall Kick Off

Cross Pointe is kicking off the Fall with a Worship Event. Sunday 10am at Empire Theatre 10. See you on the 11th. – Coffee and Donuts, Facepainting, and more!

Bright Lights

Cross Pointe hosted it’s Bright Lights Girls Club kick-off. The fellowship was fun, with a fire, and smores. Learn more about this ministry.

Pandamania Success!

Cross Pointe hosted Pandamania. “We give thanks for everyone who participated in Pandamania 2011 this summer. We enjoyed hosting the day-camps at Shawnessy Barn, Copperfield, New Brighton, and Wood Creek. These were fun-filled days learning about God, playing games, having crafts, making friends, and more.”

Camping at Camp Kuriakos

Cross Pointe Camping at Camp Kuriakos. “Families enjoyed camping together, enjoying the lake, and fellowship. The weather was great and it was an enjoyable time getting to know each other in a great place.

The Family Bike Ride and Camp fire was lots of fun.

Father’s Day BBQ

Cross Pointe celebrated Father’s Day. With special guest musician Jennifer Jade Kerr. We enjoyed the music and the Father’s Day Barbecue at South Fish Creek Park.

Spring Kick-off at Cross Pointe

Come join us at Empire Theatre 10 at 10am on May 15th and May 22nd for our Spring kick-off!

Spring Fling

Cross Pointe City Spirit Spring 2011

Click here to download your copy of Cross Pointe’s City Spirit

Christmas at Cross Pointe

Christmas Eve service – 4:30pm – at 65 Chaparral Drive SE.

Regular services resume at Empire Theatre 10 – at 10am, Sundays.

Cross Pointe at Empire Studio 10

July 25, 2010 Cross Pointe is now worshipping at Empire Studio 10 – 16061 MacLeod Trail SE. Worship time is 10am.

Watoto Choir

April 17, 2010 Cross Pointe hosted the Watoto choir April 17th 2010. It was a great turn out and funds were raised to help the parentless children crisis in Uganda. Thank you for everyone’s support – it was a great evening.

CLBI Music & Drama Team Joined CP in Worship

April 9, 2010 CLBI Music and Drama team joined Cross Pointe in Worship – April 18th 10:30am

Cross Pointe Youth – Laser Tag

February 26, 2010 It was an awesome evening of friend and fun at the Laser Trek centre. Join us next time! See your youth page for more info.

ESL Starts

February 24, 2010 We are pleased to start another ESL Conversational English Class. ESL continues each Saturday morning at South Fish Creek Rec Cenre in the Bobcat Room. 100 – 335 Shawville Blvd SE, Calgary. Meet us at 9am or call for more information. 403.818.7345

Cross Pointe to Help Haiti

February 3, 2010 Cross Pointe is responding to in prayer and more for Haiti. By now we have all seen the images of post earthquake Haiti that have flooded our television screens over the past few weeks. Aid is finally getting to the people, but much is still needed in Haiti.

Would you like to help Haiti?

Please help us help Haiti!

Join us at Cross Pointe Family Church on Sunday, February 14th at 10:30 a.m.

Men’s Fellowship & Breakfast

January 24, 2010 Some Cross Pointe men gathered for a men’s breakfast. Pastor Marvin Ziprick guest speaker shared a great message. Join us next time, email pastorholdner@yahoo.ca

Sleigh Ride

January 13, 2010 A few Cross Pointer’s gathered for a Sleigh ride in Bragg Creek. It was lots of fun, Sleigh Ride, Hot Chocolate, and more!

Cross Pointe Finds a New Home!

January 7, 2010 Cross Pointe has moved to a new location. We are excited to be using a new space, Saint Sebastian School. Come and join us soon!

Youth Fear Factor

Cross Pointe Youth got together November 20th, it was lots of fun. “Fear factor games, competition, Pizza, and more!” We look forward to the January event.

Cross Pointe Camping Adventure

Cross Pointe was pleased to hold its Camping trip this August 7-8th. Those in attendance were able to experience nature at the campsites at Wilderness Village near Rocky Mountain House, and those who preferred to limit their exposure to the Great Outdoors were able to take advantage of the inviting cabins. We had a great time of fellowship, hearing God’s Word and appreciating the world God created. Thank you to everyone who joined us and made it such a memorable experience!

Discovery Canyon VBS

Kids had the opportunity to have fun, make friends and learn about God at this year’s Vacation Bible School held at Lake Chaparral from August 17-21st. Games, puppet shows, music and crafts were just some of the activities kids participated in while learning about rejoicing, prayer, asking for God’s help and seeking a closer relationship with Jesus. A special thanks goes out to the parents, Cross Pointe young adults, and all those who came to lead from Red Deer and Medicine Hat; your efforts made this a truly memorable week that the kids loved!

Stampede Breakfast 2009

Thanks to all our Cross Pointe volunteers who helped out at the Stampede Breakfast Giveaway on June 27th. The event provided us with the opportunity to help out and be visible within the community. We were able to assist with activities and games, provide information on Cross Pointe’s VBS, make crafts and give treats to the kids as well as share the Word of God. Everyone had a great time and we pray that God will continue to bless the community of Chaparral.

Feed the Hungry Campaign

On Sunday, June 14 Cross Pointe Church took part in its second annual Feed the Hungry Campaign. Bagged lunches were packed and distributed to those in need in downtown Calgary. A Bible verse was also included in the bags given out, in the effort to reach spiritual as well as physical needs. A special thanks goes out to Roxanna Lamberts on behalf of Cross Pointe Ladies Fellowship, who organized the Garage Sale to raise funds for this ministry, as well as those who helped with the garage sale and those who gave their time to pack and distribute the lunches. By giving freely to those in need, we can express God’s love through our actions. “But when you give a banquet, invite the poor, the crippled, the lame, the blind, and you will be blessed. Although they cannot repay you, you will be repaid at the resurrection of the righteous” (Luke 14:13,14).

Cross Pointe BBQ at the Holdner’s

A fun time was had by all at this year’s Cross Pointe BBQ event. We were delighted to have such a strong showing and that the weather was ideal! Thanks goes out to all who brought food and supplies. We hope to see you all again at our next BBQ.

ESL Continues at Cross Pointe

Cross Pointe continues to teach ESL, and is pleased the Lord has brought them students to teach. Pastor Holdner says, “It’s a service that is needed, so it’s something we are pleased to do as the church.”

ESL Group Starts Feb 21

Beginning Feb. 21 Cross Pointe will be hosting a weekly ESL conversational practice group. Check out the events page for details.

Music Workshop

Cross Pointe hosted Music Workshop Nov 30th 2008. Worship Consultant and Song Writer Michael Gillingham lead the workshop. It was great fun!

ESL Classes In January

Interested? Know someone who is? Contact Pastor Jay if you are interested in learning or helping!

Cross Pointe members bowl for fellowship

Nov 8th – Cross Pointe members had lots of fun bowling, many a pin were knocked over. Next time come and join us.

ESL at Cross Pointe

POSTPONED UNTIL JANUARY 2009
Beginning October 15 Cross Pointe Church will be hosting ESL (English as a Second Language) Classes. They will be held Wednesday evenings from 5:30pm – 6:30pm in the Trailblazer Room, South Fish Creek Rec Association behind the YMCA in Shawnessy (100, 333 Shawville Blvd SE).Call 403.818.7345 for details.

ESL Classes Begin Oct. 15

Cross Pointe will start to teach Beginners ESL on Wednesdays Oct 15th – Dec 17th. 5:30pm-6:30pm. Pastor Holdner and Trevor Hubbard are excited about this ministry of service.

VBS a Success!

Cross Pointe Church help a very successful VBS in August which had around 50 kids come and join us in games, crafts and songs. See the News page for video clips. Lots of fun was had by all. Or CrossTV.

CP Celebrates Mother’s Day

Thank you to everyone who came out mother’s day, and made the day special.

CP Feeds the Hungry

Thank you to everyone who help pack the lunches and tracts, and also to Cal and Joel who helped hand the lunches out to the hungry in down-town Calgary. There’s a great need, and many who were clearly very hungry. It’s something we will do again.

CP Hosts Concordia Choir

CP hosted Concordia Concert Choir and Hand-bell ensemble from Concordia University College , Edmonton AB. Thank you to everyone who came out. The concert was wonderful.

You’re invited campaign begins!

Cross Pointe invites South Calgary to a CHRISTMAS FUN MORNING FOR KIDS! and CHRISTMAS EVE service. The Kids morning is at Chaparral Elementary school DECEMBER 23rd 10am to 12pm for music, games, snacks, crafts and more! Christmas Eve service also to be held at Chaparral Elementary school 7pm.

Cross Pointe has a new logo

Take a look!

New church. New name: Cross Pointe!

The small group gathering in South Calgary over the past year, has taken the step to organize as a church, and taken the name Cross Pointe.

May – June

We continue to gather. Chaparral Elementary school has been a great blessing to us. We await Britt Kerr to join our team in August. We have much to rejoice in: Marshall has been confirmed. We had our first Holy Supper together as a congregation on June 10th, as a result of the group signing a congregation declaration on May 13th. Brooklynn was also baptized June 24th. We thank God continually for the blessing’s He’s poured out on us.

February – April

We continue to gather. We have been really enjoying Chaparral Elementary school. Your welcome to join us!

February 7th – 07

An answer to prayer. Just as Vulcan moved it’s service time to 9:00am to make Pastor Holdner available for service in Calgary, Chaparral Elementary school was made available for bookings. Bethel (South Calgary) was ready, and our application was successful. Previously this space was not available for bookings. Our ability, to now gather weekly Sunday mornings marks an important milestone, one of many in our future! Praise God!

January 17th – 07

Bethel’s after-school children’s program offered a dinner, and showcased their performance with a Crew ministry team. Ericka, Ron, and Brit did a great job with the kids, who were also fantastic. Pictures coming soon!

January 13th – 07

A few of us got together, for some fellowship and fun. Paul David Mercier shared some stories, and a little music. The lasagna was great! It was a great time! Thanks everyone!

Sept through December 06

Bethel has continued to gather in South Calgary. We continue to grow in community and faith in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. God has truly blessed us! (Thank you to everyone who has shared in all that is Bethel!)

Sept 17 – 06

Bethel (South Calgary) hosted a Worship Event Sept 17th at the McKenzie Lake Community Association Centre. It was a great time. We worshiped our Lord Jesus, we were lead by an excellent worship team, to praise our Savior Jesus Christ.

Our worship team led us in praise! Scott Refvik also played for Sarah Wemyss who provided a wonderful solo. www.qsarah.com

There was worship , there was community, there was fun! fun! fun!!

We hope you will join us at our next gathering. Also, thank you to everyone who made this a wonderful day.

August 17 – 06

Bethel hosts giant community barbecue in Cranston. Cranston is one of the new communities in South Calgary. Between 6:00-8:00pm, we had 250-300 people join us. Dr. Blu supplied the music. Randy Ritz told a few stories, and Bethel served up plenty of food. There were even kids crafts, and a children’s baseball game. Thank you for everyone who helped with the barbecue, and special thanks to everyone who joined us for a truly wonderful evening.

Praise God for all who came to visit, to share a evening of music, good discussion, and community. Cranston is truly a special place.

A picture of Dr. Blu playing. (Don Noot- Bass, Allan Esser – Drums, Randy Ritz – Guitar). We brought in the Dr. Blu, one of Canada’s up-and-coming blues bands to provide some ambiance, just because we love the people of Cranston!!!

August 16 – 06

Youth Team delivers “1000″ door hangers inviting the community of Cranston to a neighborhood barbecue! Great job team!

First Covenant Partner announced for the South Calgary Mission

It was a typical visit to the post-office on July 12th, but a surprise was waiting. Pastor Holdner opened a letter addressed the LWML of Redeemer Lutheran Church – Kitimat, B.C. It was a surprise that they would be the first Covenant Partner (enclosing a financial gift of $300) to be put to work in Bethel’s South Calgary Mission Project. Pastor Holdner, said, “It was very touching, since Redeemer is a mission congregation itself with limited resources.” It is hoped, this will be the first of many partners in the mission, allowing the ministry in South Calgary to continue. Covenant Partner forms are available off the main page for download.

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