Sunday, November 30

at 9:00am & 10:30am

In-Person & On Facebook & ChurchOnline.

Advent: Great Expectations

This Advent season, we will explore Charles Dicken’s classic novel Great Expectations through a fresh, faith-filled lens. Just as Dickens’ story follows Pip’s journey of hope, longing, and redemption, we will look at our own hearts and ask: What are we truly waiting for?

Each week will weave together scenes from Great Expectations with the timeless Advent themes of hope, peace, joy and love, culminating on Christmas Eve as we celebrate the fulfillment of our greatest expectation - Christ Himself.

ChurchOnline - https://live.crossviewcovenant.org/
Facebook Live - www.facebook.com/crossviewcovenant/live

Small Group Discussion Questions
What do you notice about God/Jesus?
What do you notice about people?
Is there a command to obey? A promise to claim? A new idea to ponder?
How can you respond to the text/topic that was preached?

New to Crossview

If you are new to Crossview Howard Drive, we want to say thank you for joining us today. We are so glad that you decided to worship with us. We would love to get to know you better! Fill out our online connection form below and we will reach out to you this week.

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No Wednesday Night Ministry November 27

Happy Thanksgiving! We will resume our Wednesday night ministry on December 10. December 3 will are excited to host our “A Night in Bethlehem” event. Scroll down for more information.

Advent at Crossview - 9:00am & 10:30am Services

Sunday, November 30 - GREAT EXPECTATIONS: HOPE
Come to church wearing a festive Christmas sweater!

Sunday, December 7 - GREAT EXPECTATIONS: PEACE
Enjoy a Christmas cookie after each service!

Sunday, December 14 - GREAT EXPECTATIONS: JOY
KID’S CHRISTMAS CHOIR & HOT COCOA BAR

Sunday, DECEMBER 21 - GREAT EXPECTATIONS: LOVE
Enjoy a candy cane after each service!

This Advent season, we will explore Charles Dicken’s classic novel Great Expectations through a fresh, faith-filled lens. Just as Dickens’ story follows Pip’s journey of hope, longing, and redemption, we will look at our own hearts and ask: What are we truly waiting for?

Each week will weave together scenes from Great Expectations with the timeless Advent themes of hope, peace, joy and love, culminating on Christmas Eve as we celebrate the fulfillment of our greatest expectation - Christ Himself.

Night in Bethlehem Setup

Sunday, November 30 after the 10:30am service

Join us after our 10:30am service to help set up for “A Night in Bethlehem”. Lunch is provided!

Want to know more? Read below to find out what this wonderful night is all about!

Make this Christmas season an experience your family will remember! “Travel back” to ancient Bethlehem and see what daily life was like when Jesus was born. Children will be able to craft jewelry, decorate cookies at the bakery, practice scroll writing, and more!* Visit with friends in the Jewish home and learn about their customs and lifestyle. Before the night is over, the whole family will get to meet “Mary & Joseph” and hear about an amazing new baby, lying in the manger! This event is FREE for the whole family, so invite your friends & neighbors.

Questions? Email Melissa Jennings or call 507-387-5606.

Interested in making an impact and want to volunteer at Night In Bethlehem, click on the button below (form closes Dec 1, 2024).

Night in Bethlehem

Wednesday, December 3 6:00pm-7:30pm

Join us after our 10:30am service to help set up for “A Night in Bethlehem”. Lunch is provided!

Want to know more? Read below to find out what this wonderful night is all about!

Make this Christmas season an experience your family will remember! “Travel back” to ancient Bethlehem and see what daily life was like when Jesus was born. Children will be able to craft jewelry, decorate cookies at the bakery, practice scroll writing, and more!* Visit with friends in the Jewish home and learn about their customs and lifestyle. Before the night is over, the whole family will get to meet “Mary & Joseph” and hear about an amazing new baby, lying in the manger! This event is FREE for the whole family, so invite your friends & neighbors.

Questions? Email Melissa Jennings or call 507-387-5606.

Interested in making an impact and want to volunteer at Night In Bethlehem, click on the button below (form closes Dec 1, 2024).

Christmas Eve Services at Crossview

Tuesday, December 23 at 7:00PM
Wednesday, December 24 at 2:00PM & 4:00PM

FIND OUT MORE ABOUT CHRISTMAS AT CROSSVIEW HERE.

One Service Sunday, December 28

On Sunday, December 28 we will have one worship service at 10:30am.

Crossview Internship Opportunity

We are seeking a person/persons who feel called by God to grow in their own faith and minister to the needs of the local church. August 2024- May 2025. 10 hours a week (can be shared). Will report to Pastor of Care and collaborate with all staff for the expanding of God’s Kingdom. 

Administration & Support 

• Provide general administrative task support to Next Gen Pastor and Care Pastor. 

• Engage in relational ministry by building and maintaining relationships with Crossview attenders who are active in your specific ministry areas.  

• Investigate and implement in coordination with staff new, healthy ministry ideas. 

• Assist with volunteer training in August and ongoing.  

• Participate in staff meetings as able. 

• Give feedback to staff, as well as be open to mentoring. 

• Other duties as they arise, based on personal interest and how the Lord directs. 

• Give input as the internship progresses to solidify experience for future interns. 

Professional And Spiritual Expectations 

• Exhibit a meaningful and growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior 

• Commitment to personal and active participation in the fulfillment of the Great Commission and Great Commandment. 

• Exhibit a lifestyle appropriate to a person in public Christian ministry by conducting life with the utmost integrity in all situations. 

• Exemplify the humility of Christ and loving, servants heart in all facets of leadership. 

• Demonstrate a personal passion to minister to people within the context of the local church. 

• Solid interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with staff and volunteers. 

• Self-motivated and able to initiate projects, work independently, and troubleshoot. 

5Cs Preschool

To learn more about Crossview’s Preschool, please click on the button below.

Small Groups

Join a group today and grow in your faith and community tomorrow.

God has designed each of us to connect with other followers of Jesus. We can help lift one another up when things get tough, celebrate with each other during good times, and grow in our faith together. Small groups are one of the best ways to do this! You don’t need to be an expert in the Bible to be part of a small group - whether you are new to faith or a long-time Jesus-follower, small groups are for you! These groups regularly meet in places like coffee shops, living rooms, and kitchens.

Finding a Small Group

We would love to help connect you with a Small Group. To join a group, click on the "Find a Group Here" button below. Need more help, then click on "Small Group Interest Form" and we'll help you find a group that works for you. You can always Contact Pastor Libby Englehorn.

Volunteer & Make a Difference

One of the best ways to get connected is by serving!

We value not just growing in our faith but doing something with our faith! Serving within the walls of this church and (even more importantly) going out into the community and the world is a vital part of what God created us to do. When we serve and volunteer we are being Christ followers by doing what He did. It is how we show the world what the love of God is like. We serve inside and outside of the church, Sundays and all week long.

(Contact the church office)

• Worship & Tech: Camera, Sound, Broadcast, Lighting, Voice, Instrument

• Host Team: Greet, Communion, Café

• NextGen: Small Group Leader for Kids or Students, Worship

• Pastoral Care: Prayer Under the Cross, Visitation Team, etc.

Give to Crossview

We believe that God calls us to be people of generosity. It is amazing each week to see how God is using your giving to reach out and connect people to Jesus! He is using your giving to reach more people with His love and truth than ever before.

Text-to-Give: Text the words “Give Howard Drive” to (833) 876-8890. Follow the instructions that the system texts back to you to set up your account, then save this number in your contacts list for easy giving next time!

Online Giving: Make a one-time donation or set up a recurring donation using your personal checking account, credit or debit card by clicking the button below.

Take a Next Step and “Go Deeper”

We want everyone who comes to Crossview to connect to Jesus Christ. We do that by taking steps on our spiritual journey in four different areas of our spiritual lives in worship, community, serving, and giving generously. Jesus wants to work through us to bring hope and healing to our neighbors, friends, and those on the margins. Wherever you are on your faith journey, there is always a next step and a way to "go deeper." Connecting to Jesus transforms us, our families, neighborhoods, city and world!

Upcoming Events

NextGen Ministry

Kids and students are invited to join us at Crossview! We have made plans for how to provide nextgen programming that makes an impact and connects people to Jesus, while ensuring safety for kids and volunteers.

• Crossview Kids

  • Sundays, 10:30am (birth-6th grade) -We're so excited to be together on Sunday mornings! No RSVP required. After you check in your kids before the service, they will start in the Worship Center with you and participate in worship. During the greeting & announcement time, they will be dismissed to programming. Kids ministry will last until the end of service, and you can pick up your kids in the Kids Wing after the service.

• Crossview Youth (6-12 grade) - Wednesdays 7:00-8:30pm - Check out Crossview Youth activities here.

We Want to Help!

So many of us are facing anxiety, stress, depression, or financial struggles. YOU MATTER and you are not alone. If you need someone to pray with, we want to pray with you. If you need some connection, we'll get you plugged in with a small group. If you need financial support, our Deacons would love to sit down with you. Email the church office - we want to help!

Office Hours:

Monday-Thursday 9am-3pm

Friday: By Appointment

Staff Days Off:

Friday & Saturdays (Pastor Brad and Pastor Libby, Tyler)

Saturdays & Sundays (Dawn & Renata)

Facing Financial Hardships?

Life is uncertain right now! If you are facing financial hardships, our Deacons would love to meet with you and see how we can help. You can confidentially request help here.

New to Faith

If you’ve recently chosen to put your hope in Jesus, we’d love to share some next steps you can take in your faith journey: email church@crossview.church.

Stay Connected this Week

Prayer Requests
Crossview Facebook Page
Crossview Kids Facebook page
Crossview Community Life Facebook Group

Crossview-Howard Drive Calendar