Grief Support Group—for those who have lost a love one. This is a safe place to learn how to process grief in a healthy manner. Cost: free. Office conference room 2.
Pastor of Grow Ministry @ The Crossing
Thursday, April 28, 2011
Cancer Support Group
Cancer Support Group—for anyone who has cancer, is a survivor, or family member. Experience help, hope, and healing. Cost: free. Office conference room 1.
Anger Management Class
Anger Management Support Group—learn how to deal with and express anger in healthy ways. Lead by licensed counselor and leading anger management expert Terry LaDow, MS. Cost $10 fee includes all 6 weeks. Room 201.
Divorce Recovery Class
Divorce Recovery Workshop--for anyone going through the pain of divorce or seperation. This 6 week program will bring you healing that you need. The class is taught by Christine Brown, MA, MFT. Starts Wednesday April 27 from 6:30-8pm room 205 of the Kidzone building. Cost is $10 for 6 weeks.
Anxiety and Depression Class
Anxiety/Depression Bootcamp--if you ever struggle with anxiety or depression, then this class is a must for you! This is a 6 week program to bring you help, hope, and healing from anxiety and depression. The class is taught by Mike Marino, PhD. Starts Wednesday April 27 from 6:30-8pm room 104 of the Kidzone building. Cost is $10 for 6 weeks.
Friday, April 22, 2011
Peters Denial and Judas' Betrayal!
Have you ever had someone wrong you, maybe it was something that was pretty painful, something that to this very day still hurts you? Now imagine that you knew 3 years prior to them actually hurting you how it would all turn out. That one day they would lie, cheat, steal, that they would betray you and that you would be spending everyday with that person for the next 3 years. During those 3 years you would listen to them tell you how much they loved you, how much they respected you, how much they would do just about anything for you. As a matter of fact they would be the first person to tell you no matter what happens in life…..there is one thing you could always count on, and it was them.
How difficult would it be to hear those words when you knew how it would all end? The life and death of Jesus is remarkable for so many reasons. But what strikes me more these days is how much Jesus knew about his death. Jesus knew 2 things for sure, that he would die on a cross and that the people that were closest to him would walk away he needed them most.
Mark 14:29 Peter declared, "Even if all fall away, I will not." 30 "I tell you the truth," Jesus answered, "today—yes, tonight—before the rooster crows twice you yourself will disown me three times." 31 But Peter insisted emphatically, "Even if I have to die with you, I will never disown you."
Matthew 26:14 14 Then one of the Twelve—the one called Judas Iscariot—went to the chief priests 15 and asked, “What are you willing to give me if I deliver him over to you?” So they counted out for him thirty pieces of silver. 16 From then on Judas watched for an opportunity to hand him over.”
Jesus knew, but what strikes me is what happens the day before both Judas betrays and Peter denies.
John 13… 3 Jesus knew that the Father had put all things under his power, and that he had come from God and was returning to God; 4 so he got up from the meal, took off his outer clothing, and wrapped a towel around his waist. 5 After that, he poured water into a basin and began to wash his disciples’ feet, drying them with the towel that was wrapped around him.
I mean think about it. He got on his knees, took the foot of the man who told Jesus you are my very best friend, I would take a bullet for you and when Jesus needed him most told everyone, I don’t who he is…
He would clean the feet of the man who would be willing to sell out his friend to death for 30 silver coins maybe $3,000 in our day.
Jesus knew and still went to the cross, he knew and still washed their feet, he knew and still called them friends. And he knows you. He knows what you’ve done, he knows how many times you walked away, how many times you sold out, how many times you betrayed His trust for a few silver coins. He knows.
But our problem is we spend a lifetime running away, pretending as if he doesn’t, as if it doesn’t matter. We don’t trust and each and every day we don’t trust it’s no different than Peters denial or Judas' betrayal. We watch him get on His knees and wash our feet only to get up and kick Him back with the same feet He just washed.
Good Friday is a moment for us to come clean, there is no new beginning, no new life without a willingness to admit our faults. Without a willingness to put to death our pride, our arrogance, our selfishness, and the most challenging part, a willingness to FORGIVE! This may seem impossible but there is no new beginning unless we are willing to forgive. Jesus watched you deny Him and Betray Him and still forgave you. And we can only forgive because we were first forgiven.
Close your eyes, think about one thing that you have done where you have walked away from God, now picture God forgiving you for that. Now picture the person who has betrayed you, and say “God because of how you have forgiven me, I now forgive…” Without forgiveness there is no new beginning!
How difficult would it be to hear those words when you knew how it would all end? The life and death of Jesus is remarkable for so many reasons. But what strikes me more these days is how much Jesus knew about his death. Jesus knew 2 things for sure, that he would die on a cross and that the people that were closest to him would walk away he needed them most.
Mark 14:29 Peter declared, "Even if all fall away, I will not." 30 "I tell you the truth," Jesus answered, "today—yes, tonight—before the rooster crows twice you yourself will disown me three times." 31 But Peter insisted emphatically, "Even if I have to die with you, I will never disown you."
Matthew 26:14 14 Then one of the Twelve—the one called Judas Iscariot—went to the chief priests 15 and asked, “What are you willing to give me if I deliver him over to you?” So they counted out for him thirty pieces of silver. 16 From then on Judas watched for an opportunity to hand him over.”
Jesus knew, but what strikes me is what happens the day before both Judas betrays and Peter denies.
John 13… 3 Jesus knew that the Father had put all things under his power, and that he had come from God and was returning to God; 4 so he got up from the meal, took off his outer clothing, and wrapped a towel around his waist. 5 After that, he poured water into a basin and began to wash his disciples’ feet, drying them with the towel that was wrapped around him.
I mean think about it. He got on his knees, took the foot of the man who told Jesus you are my very best friend, I would take a bullet for you and when Jesus needed him most told everyone, I don’t who he is…
He would clean the feet of the man who would be willing to sell out his friend to death for 30 silver coins maybe $3,000 in our day.
Jesus knew and still went to the cross, he knew and still washed their feet, he knew and still called them friends. And he knows you. He knows what you’ve done, he knows how many times you walked away, how many times you sold out, how many times you betrayed His trust for a few silver coins. He knows.
But our problem is we spend a lifetime running away, pretending as if he doesn’t, as if it doesn’t matter. We don’t trust and each and every day we don’t trust it’s no different than Peters denial or Judas' betrayal. We watch him get on His knees and wash our feet only to get up and kick Him back with the same feet He just washed.
Good Friday is a moment for us to come clean, there is no new beginning, no new life without a willingness to admit our faults. Without a willingness to put to death our pride, our arrogance, our selfishness, and the most challenging part, a willingness to FORGIVE! This may seem impossible but there is no new beginning unless we are willing to forgive. Jesus watched you deny Him and Betray Him and still forgave you. And we can only forgive because we were first forgiven.
Close your eyes, think about one thing that you have done where you have walked away from God, now picture God forgiving you for that. Now picture the person who has betrayed you, and say “God because of how you have forgiven me, I now forgive…” Without forgiveness there is no new beginning!
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
New Bible Study on Spiritual Disciplines
This Thursday FUEL Bible Study class begins April 28th for 6 weeks from 6:30-8:30pm at The Crossing
Jamie Huff has a PhD.d in anthropology and is a professor at Vanguard University. He has been married to his true love Rebeca for 13 years and have 2 sweet girls. He loves to cook, read and spend time with his family. He also loves teaching people about the spiritual practices and experiencing intimacy with their Lord.
- Cost: $10
- Sign up: http://www.thecrossing.com/fuel
- Theme: We will discuss God's perspective on spiritual practices. Spiritual practices were introduced to us through the scriptures in order to draw us into an intimate place with the Lord. Learn how to pray and fast, meditate on God's Word, Study the scriptures, confess and create moments of solitude.
- For more information email pdetken@thecrossing.com
- Week 1 - What are spiritual practices and prayer?
- Week 2 - Spiritual practice of solitude
- Week 3- Guest Speaker
- Week 4 - Spiritual practice of meditation and fasting
- Week 5- Spiritual practice of study
- Week 6- Spiritual practice of confession
Teachers:
Patrick Detken has been a pastor at the Crossing for 12 years. Has been married to his bride for 12 years and has 2 kids, Jackson (8) and Mia (6). He was in social work for 6 years before God called him to ministry 12 years ago. He has a Masters in Biblical Studies and Social Work and his passion is creating spiritual environments that foster spiritual growth in peoples lives. Jamie Huff has a PhD.d in anthropology and is a professor at Vanguard University. He has been married to his true love Rebeca for 13 years and have 2 sweet girls. He loves to cook, read and spend time with his family. He also loves teaching people about the spiritual practices and experiencing intimacy with their Lord.
Monday, April 18, 2011
New Study on Techniques on How to Study the Scriptures (Survey James)
This Tuesday FUEL Bible Study class begins April 26th for 6 weeks from 6:30-8:30pm at The Crossing
Teacher:
- Cost: $10
- Sign up: http://www.thecrossing.com/fuel
- Theme: Explore God's word with purpose, no more scripture roulette. FUEL Bible study will survey the book of James. This class will be a great opportunity to bring a friend, and mentee, or a small group together and dig deeper into the book of James by using study methods that will bring you to a a new place in your love for God's word.
- For more information email rclark@thecrossing.com
- Study for men and women
Week 1 - Joy? Really?
Week 2 - Royal Flush
Week 3 - Guest Speaker
Week 4 - Live Well, Live Wisely
Week 5 - Grace to the Humble
Week 6 - Just Add Water
Teacher:
Randy Clark, husband, father, and core member at The Crossing for over 10 years will be teaching FUEL Bible Study. For the past two years he has been teaching with Pastor Randy Moraitis. The students were getting confused on which one was smarter and which one was good looking. Guess which one they let go? (hahahahahaha)
New Bible Study for Women
This Thursday FUEL Bible Study class begins April 28th for 6 weeks from 6:30-8:30pm at The Crossing
Jesus taught about one thing more than any other: The Kingdom of Heaven. What is the Kingdom of Heaven and why does it matter to us in our day-to-day lives? Without realizing it, many of us have faith in Jesus as our savior for after we die but we do not know how to live here and now with him as our teacher, friend and King. We live by culture's definition of "the good life" instead of Jesus' definition of real life. There is more to Reality than we have been told; This is Jesus' Good News. If you're thirsty for a bible study on Jesus' teachings and how to apply them to everyday life, join us!
- Cost: $10
- Sign up: http://www.thecrossing.com/fuel
- Theme: Bible study for women on Jesus' parables on the topic "The Kingdom of Heaven is like..." We will take a closer look at how Jesus explained life through his parables. As women we will learn to believe as Jesus believed so we can do what Jesus did. For more information contact nromero@thecrossing.com
Jesus taught about one thing more than any other: The Kingdom of Heaven. What is the Kingdom of Heaven and why does it matter to us in our day-to-day lives? Without realizing it, many of us have faith in Jesus as our savior for after we die but we do not know how to live here and now with him as our teacher, friend and King. We live by culture's definition of "the good life" instead of Jesus' definition of real life. There is more to Reality than we have been told; This is Jesus' Good News. If you're thirsty for a bible study on Jesus' teachings and how to apply them to everyday life, join us!
Overview:
Week 1 & 2 - That's Good News!
Jesus taught about one thing more than any other: The Kingdom of Heaven
What is it, where is it and why is it Good News for us here and now? These two weeks we will explore and discuss this new way of living.“Think again about your strategy for life in view of your opportunity to live in the Kingdom of the Heavens now and forever.” (Matthew 4:17)
Week 3 - Blessed life!
Jesus' sermon on the mount was a declaration on how life in the Kingdom of God really works. Jesus gets to the heart of our spirits in this teaching. This week we will become Jesus' apprentices for living in and from the Kingdom." Walk with me and work with me - watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace. I won't lay anything heavy or ill-fitting on you. Keep company with me and you'll learn to live freely and lightly." (Matthew 11:28-30)
Weeks 5 & 6 - Act like it!
If we are "ravished with the Kingdom of God"… If we believe that God is real and we actually live in a world where His grace, power and love are always available, how should we respond? How do we live day-by-day now that we see the world as Jesus sees it? So if you're serious about living this new resurrection life with Christ, act like it. Pursue the things over which Christ presides. Don't shuffle along, eyes to the ground, absorbed with the things right in front of you. Look up, and be alert to what is going on around Christ—that's where the action is. See things from his perspective. (Col 3: 1-2)
Teacher: Nicole Romero
I've been attending The Crossing since 1996 and I have been on staff since 2005. After graduating from USC with a degree in Film, TV and Media Studies I worked in the exciting and torturous world of Hollywood for five years before slowly transitioning to the passion of my life - using art and words to draw people closer to our loving God. Now I spend my time divided between ministry in the Creative Arts at The Crossing, reading way too many Bible study and theology books, and still learning to be a productive, healthy adult.
I'm obsessed with God, beauty, art and travel... Deeply in love with Jesus... Passionate about marriage... Constantly curious... Open to discussing anything... Always up for a laugh. I’m married to my absolute soul mate and we work super hard at it. I am a mom to two little girls who suck me dry only to fill me up again with something sweeter. I believe in a Kingdom of Heaven that’s closer than my breath. I am a disciple of a Jesus and everything I do comes from Him and for Him.
My goal here is to open up my own mind and anyone who wants to come with me to a world where Jesus is surprising, fun, powerful and near... And to make every moment count for my own sake and for others.
New Bible Study for Men
This Thursday FUEL Bible Study class begins April 28th for 6 weeks from 6:30-8:30pm at The Crossing
- Cost: $10
- Sign up: http://www.thecrossing.com/fuel
- Bible Study on the differences and similarities between being a warrior and Christ's Warrior, and then pursing the principles of being Christ's Warrior into action.
- For more information email aguyett@thecrossing.com
Each Week's breakdown:
1. Difference and similarities between a Warrior and Christ's Warrior.
2. What is the War, battles and the enemy that Christ's Warrior fights.
3. -Guest Speaker-
4. Weapons of Christ's Warrior and practically applying those weapons. Part A
5. Weapons of Christ's Warrior and practically applying those weapons. Part B
6. Establishing your specific mission today as Christ's Warrior?
Teacher:
Aaron Guyett has been a Unites States Marine since 1999, fighting in combat he know what it means to be a warrior. He has more recently accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as his high command, and seeks daily what His Kingdom Agenda is for his life. He is very passionate about working with warriors and even more passionate about working with Christ's Warriors to fight against Satan and his demons, establishing Christ's victory over the lost, oppressed, and uncertain men of this day. He believes the Lord created each man to stand his ground and fight for the eternal salvation of others through a personal relationship in Jesus Christ. He will be marrying Keri Newton in September, and is looking to have at least 12 children (just kidding...but seriously).New Bible Study on 1st and 2nd Kings
This Tuesday Fuel Bible study class begins April 26th for 6 weeks from 6:30-8:30pm at The Crossing
- Cost: $10
- Sign up: http://www.thecrossing.com/fuel
- Bible Study on 1 and 2 Kings for anyone taught by Brett Detken
- Theme: What Rules you: A study through 1st and 2nd Kings. Following God means giving Him everything you got! If you are serious about stepping up your walk with God, come and learn with us, as we study the lives of people who did,(and didn’t) trust God, and discover how that decision impacted the rest of their lives
- For more information email bdetken@thecrossing.com
Overview:
Over the 6 weeks we will be looking at people and discover how they chose to follow God or let something else like Lust, Greed, Envy, Jealousy, and Fear Rule their lives and decisions. Each week we will look at a different person and learn from their life’s story how to follow God completely!
Teachers:
Brett is a has been married to Patrick (Pastor of Grow ministries) for 12 years and is a mom to 2 great kids: Jackson (8) and Mia (6). Brett graduated from Azusa Pacific University with a degree in Marketing and has served, as a part of the Crossing staff for 10 years in the creative arts department. Brett is passionate about communicating the truth of God’s word to men and women, so that they understand it, and desire to follow God wholeheartedly.
Brett is a has been married to Patrick (Pastor of Grow ministries) for 12 years and is a mom to 2 great kids: Jackson (8) and Mia (6). Brett graduated from Azusa Pacific University with a degree in Marketing and has served, as a part of the Crossing staff for 10 years in the creative arts department. Brett is passionate about communicating the truth of God’s word to men and women, so that they understand it, and desire to follow God wholeheartedly.
Sean Kappauf graduated from Vanguard University in 2008 with a Bachelor in Religion with a Theology/Pastoral Care emphasis. He's been attending the Crossing for 4 years and will be married come this may to his beautiful fiance Kelsey. His passion stems through what he loves and he love Jesus. He loves to be with Him, talk to him, read about him, study him through what others have written in the past. He loves everything about Jesus Christ. He also enjoy reading, writing, studying, teaching, surfing, coffee, scrabble, and helping others in whatever way he can be of service.
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
My son asked me to pray for him and...(Truth#4)
I was again reminded of Gods grace. You see, I didn't grow up as a Christian. Christ got a hold of my life when I was 18. I grew up as a Catholic, enjoyed attending but it was more a religion than a genuine relationship. When I began searching what I really believed I came face to face with Jesus and this year marks 20 years walking with Him. When my kids were born I knew I was on a new adventure. I had never witnessed what it means to raise a child up with Christ. And as a parent of an 8yr old and 6 yr old, I have witnessed many miracles in our kids lives, recently the biggest where my 8 year old son asked Jesus into His life and was baptized. So every time he does something where I see God in him, it blows my mind. Last night his stomach was hurting him so we got him in bed, tucked him in and kissed him on the forehead. As I was leaving his room he said, 'daddy, can you pray for me?'. God is alive in him and it reminds me of His amazing grace. This is what I know for sure...
# 4 Truth
No matter what your past, God has a future for you with Him that will blow your mind....if you give Him a chance.
Do you believe it?
# 4 Truth
No matter what your past, God has a future for you with Him that will blow your mind....if you give Him a chance.
Do you believe it?
Monday, April 11, 2011
Sonora Making Great Memories for Dads and Families
The Vision for the Sonora Dads Club is to create positive memories for dads and their kids. If you are interested in being a part of the Dads Club, helping with any of these events or plan to attend you can email me at pdetken@thecrossing.com.
This 2010-2011 Season has been incredible! This is our 2nd official year as a dads club and its been very exciting. This past year we have
This 2010-2011 Season has been incredible! This is our 2nd official year as a dads club and its been very exciting. This past year we have
- Had a Dads and Kids Overnight Camp out with over 100 kids and adults camping on the Sonora field, eating dogs and watching a movie under the stars.
- Took our kids on an the Autumn Years Senior Center where we sang songs to them celebrating our veterans and taking some homemade cookies to our new friends.
- Did a Home Make Over Act of Kindness for a teacher that was recently laid off and taking care of her disabled son. There were over 100 people cleaning her home, painting and landscaping.
- Enjoyed 3 Family Movie Night, enjoying popcorn and our Sonora family. Over 100 families participated in one of these movies.
- Started a dads are rad fundraiser, where the winner won 5 hours of dads coming over their house and basically doing whatever they needed done. The ultimate Honey Do List Completed! The winner was Michelle Yeun and we raised close to over $1,000 that will be donated to a new electric marquee.
- Experienced a Sonora Clean Up Day with over 100 volunteers from Sonora and the Crossing working on over 20 projects to make Sonora beautiful, including painting, planting and even new walk way.
Its been a great year and we look forward to our final events for dads and families in May and June.
Saturday, April 9, 2011
Crazy Love Group Questions Session #6
“Love is happy with the truth.” 1 Corinthians 13:6
“Let our lives lovingly express the truth in all things - speaking truly, dealing truly, living truly.” Ephesians 4:15 (Amplified Bible)
Look Back (Looking Back over this past week)
- What have you enjoyed about these 5 weeks being in this group?
- 2 Truths and a Lie Game: This is how the game works, think about unique things that make you, you. Hobbies, experiences, talents...whatever! Have 2 be truths and one be a lie. Share them out loud. Have every person guess out of the 3 which is the lie. Whoever gets the lie right gets the point. Have everyone share, the person with the most point wins. What do they win? The love of Jesus
- Tim shared that it’s important to share the truth consistently, why do you think it’s hard for people to share the truth consistently?
“Reliable communication permits progress.” Proverbs 13:17
Look In (Looking Into our my life)
- Is it easy or hard for you to tell the truth completely? Why or why not?
“Someone who holds back the truth causes trouble.” Proverbs 10:10 (GN)
“In the end people appreciate frankness more than flattery.” Proverbs 28:23 (LB)
- The bible tells us to tell the truth lovingly and tactfully, is this easy or hard for you? Why?
“Speak the truth in a spirit of love.” Ephesians 4:15
“When you talk, do not say harmful things. But say what people need - words that will help others become stronger.
Then what you way will help those who listen to you.” Ephesians 4:29
- Definition: Tact is making a point without making an enemy
- Point: Attack the problem rather than attacking the person
“Thoughtless words can wound as deeply as any sword, but wisely spoken words can heal.” Proverbs 12:18
Look Out (Looking Out and taking a Next Step from what you learned)
Tim discussed ways on how to be tactful:
1. Plan your presentation
“Intelligent people think before they speak.” Proverbs 16:23
2. Choose the right time
“There is a right time and a right way to do everything.” Ecclesiastes 8:6
Truth + Tact + Timing = Good Relationships
- What can you do to be more tactful in how you share truth with someone?
- If the group continued would you be interested?
- If the group continued who would be willing to host or lead?
- Close in prayer
Thursday, April 7, 2011
Sometimes I can't sleep (Truth #3 )
I'll be honest with you, sometimes I can't sleep. I wake up in the middle of the night, sometimes carrying the burden of the people I counsel and mentor. I hear there stories of pain, the heartache from relationships and the brokenness in their soul. I hear them weep and often times in the middle of the night, I weep for them. It breaks my heart and to be honest with you I think it should. Because I believe it breaks God's heart. I believe God wants our heart to break for lost people. I believe it matters to God and all too often it doesn't matter to us. I guess I am burdened that our hearts don't risk, don't invest and don't care enough to ask the person next to us, 'how are you doing?' Tonight I will watch the news and close with either a Seinfeld re-run or ESPN. But I never want my heart to soften towards those that are hurting.
Because this is what I know to be true...
Truth #3
Our hearts need to break for the things that break our Fathers heart.
Does yours?
Because this is what I know to be true...
Truth #3
Our hearts need to break for the things that break our Fathers heart.
Does yours?
Tuesday, April 5, 2011
My mom is getting older (Truth #2)
Recently I made a decision to get into the game more intentionally with my parents health. My mom turned 77 years old and has had some issues with her health and my dad has had some weight issues. I now walk with my dad every Monday morning and go with my parents to their health check ups. Part of the reason was because I sensed God tugging at my heart saying 'get in the game'. I sense God's tugs more now a days. I don't hear his voice audibly but I know when He is speaking to my heart. Which leads to truth #2 about God that I believe more and more....
#2 God is always speaking, we just tend to be too busy to hear Him.
I am leaning into His voice more now, how about you?
#2 God is always speaking, we just tend to be too busy to hear Him.
I am leaning into His voice more now, how about you?
Monday, April 4, 2011
Care Nights Begin April 27th
April is a very exciting month at The Crossing and we have some wonderful new Care and Recovery programs that may be of interest to you or someone you care about.
CARE NIGHT--Starts Wednesday April 27
Sign up online at www.thecrossing.com
Anxiety/Depression Bootcamp--if you ever struggle with anxiety or depression, then this class is a must for you! This is a 6 week program to bring you help, hope, and healing from anxiety and depression. The class is taught by Mike Marino, PhD. Starts Wednesday April 27 from 6:30-8pm room 104 of the Kidzone building. Cost is $10 for 6 weeks.
Divorce Recovery Workshop--for anyone going through the pain of divorce or seperation. This 6 week program will bring you healing that you need. The class is taught by Christine Brown, MA, MFT. Starts Wednesday April 27 from 6:30-8pm room 205 of the Kidzone building. Cost is $10 for 6 weeks.
Anger Management Support Group—learn how to deal with and express anger in healthy ways. Lead by licensed counselor and leading anger management expert Terry LaDow, MS. Cost $10 fee includes all 6 weeks. Room 201.
Cancer Support Group—for anyone who has cancer, is a survivor, or family member. Experience help, hope, and healing. Cost: free. Office conference room 1.
Grief Support Group—for those who have lost a love one. This is a safe place to learn how to process grief in a healthy manner. Cost: free. Office conference room 2.
We also offer....
• Christian Counseling Program
• Lifelines Recovery Program (Friday 7-9pm)
• Men's and Women's 12 Step Groups (Friday 8-9pm)
• Men's Integrity Group (Friday 8-9pm)
• Women's Alanon Group (Friday 8-9pm)
• Counselor and Therapist referrals
• Christian Counseling Training Program
• Benevolence Program
• Prayer Ministry
For information on any of the above email Randy at rmoraitis@thecrossing.com or 949-764-1558.
CARE NIGHT--Starts Wednesday April 27
Sign up online at www.thecrossing.com
Anxiety/Depression Bootcamp--if you ever struggle with anxiety or depression, then this class is a must for you! This is a 6 week program to bring you help, hope, and healing from anxiety and depression. The class is taught by Mike Marino, PhD. Starts Wednesday April 27 from 6:30-8pm room 104 of the Kidzone building. Cost is $10 for 6 weeks.
Divorce Recovery Workshop--for anyone going through the pain of divorce or seperation. This 6 week program will bring you healing that you need. The class is taught by Christine Brown, MA, MFT. Starts Wednesday April 27 from 6:30-8pm room 205 of the Kidzone building. Cost is $10 for 6 weeks.
Anger Management Support Group—learn how to deal with and express anger in healthy ways. Lead by licensed counselor and leading anger management expert Terry LaDow, MS. Cost $10 fee includes all 6 weeks. Room 201.
Cancer Support Group—for anyone who has cancer, is a survivor, or family member. Experience help, hope, and healing. Cost: free. Office conference room 1.
Grief Support Group—for those who have lost a love one. This is a safe place to learn how to process grief in a healthy manner. Cost: free. Office conference room 2.
We also offer....
• Christian Counseling Program
• Lifelines Recovery Program (Friday 7-9pm)
• Men's and Women's 12 Step Groups (Friday 8-9pm)
• Men's Integrity Group (Friday 8-9pm)
• Women's Alanon Group (Friday 8-9pm)
• Counselor and Therapist referrals
• Christian Counseling Training Program
• Benevolence Program
• Prayer Ministry
For information on any of the above email Randy at rmoraitis@thecrossing.com or 949-764-1558.
Singles Camp Out Retreat (May 21-22)
I ‘stumbled upon’ a passage in Genesis 5:24….its simple, just 4 words but it had an impact. Its reads ‘Enoch walked with God’. I believe most people want to walk with God but don’t know how or if they do they don’t keeping walking with Him.
I want to invite you to a special weekend retreat for Singles on May 21-22.
This is a different kind of retreat! It will be local at O’neil Regional Park http://www.ocparks.com/oneillpark/
Trabuco and Live Oak Canyons is 30 minutes from Costa Mesa. This retreat is limited to 80 people. We will be tent camping and the cost will be $50. Simply put, I want men and women to Encounter God and learn to Walk with Him in Obedience and Passion. There is NO greater journey! We start off strong but slowly find ourselves distracted and discouraged.
If you can't attend the entire weekend come on Saturday from 8am-6pm for $30. Cost includes the site and all meals. There will be time for you to connect with new friends, connect with God and enjoy the outdoors in a beautiful setting.
O'Neill Regional Park is situated in beautiful Trabuco and Live Oak Canyons. The park is heavily wooded with coast live oak and sycamore trees. The hillsides surrounding the park are filled with cactus, wild buckwheat, sagebrush and chaparral of scrub oak, buckthorn and mountain mahogany. Trabuco and Hicky Creeks also meander through the park, flowing in winter and early spring, dry in summer and fall.
Sign ups begin the weekend of April 9th at http://www.thecrossing.com/. If you want to save your spot let me know at pdetken@thecrossing.com
I want to invite you to a special weekend retreat for Singles on May 21-22.
This is a different kind of retreat! It will be local at O’neil Regional Park http://www.ocparks.com/oneillpark/
Trabuco and Live Oak Canyons is 30 minutes from Costa Mesa. This retreat is limited to 80 people. We will be tent camping and the cost will be $50. Simply put, I want men and women to Encounter God and learn to Walk with Him in Obedience and Passion. There is NO greater journey! We start off strong but slowly find ourselves distracted and discouraged.
If you can't attend the entire weekend come on Saturday from 8am-6pm for $30. Cost includes the site and all meals. There will be time for you to connect with new friends, connect with God and enjoy the outdoors in a beautiful setting.
O'Neill Regional Park is situated in beautiful Trabuco and Live Oak Canyons. The park is heavily wooded with coast live oak and sycamore trees. The hillsides surrounding the park are filled with cactus, wild buckwheat, sagebrush and chaparral of scrub oak, buckthorn and mountain mahogany. Trabuco and Hicky Creeks also meander through the park, flowing in winter and early spring, dry in summer and fall.
Sign ups begin the weekend of April 9th at http://www.thecrossing.com/. If you want to save your spot let me know at pdetken@thecrossing.com
Spiritual Mentoring
There are very few things that spiritually grow us like a mentor/coach. We have spiritual mentors who have been mentored by a Crossing pastor and are now open to mentor you! Over 200 people were mentored last year and we hope you take the next step to have someone invest into your life!
Here are the steps:
Step 1: Sign up by emailing us at pdetken@thecrossing.com
Step 2: A spiritual mentor contacts you and you set up a meet and greet. They share with you the 9 month process which inlcudes reading Chazown by Craig Groeschel (chazown.com) and setting up a regular time to meet 1-2x's a month.
Step 3: They will then help you put together a spiritual growth plan and hold you accountable as you set goals in 5 key areas in your life:
a. Spiritual
b. Financial
c. Emotional
d. Relational
e. Physical
Ready?
Here are the steps:
Step 1: Sign up by emailing us at pdetken@thecrossing.com
Step 2: A spiritual mentor contacts you and you set up a meet and greet. They share with you the 9 month process which inlcudes reading Chazown by Craig Groeschel (chazown.com) and setting up a regular time to meet 1-2x's a month.
Step 3: They will then help you put together a spiritual growth plan and hold you accountable as you set goals in 5 key areas in your life:
a. Spiritual
b. Financial
c. Emotional
d. Relational
e. Physical
Ready?
Upcoming Retreats
We believe in creating space to slow down and receive from God. That's why we are in the process of planning, preparing and praying for our upcoming retreats.
Make sure to save the dates!!!
2012 Women's Retreat is scheduled for June 8-10, 2012in Palm Springs
• Location: Mira Monte Resort and Spa
• Cost:$165 (4 in a room), $225 (2 in a room), $335 (single room)
• Contact: Cyndi Clark cclark@thecrossing.com for more information
2012 Men's Retreat is scheduled for March 16-18 at Forest Home. This has been a retreat that has been a staple for our men. Over 200+ men attended last time and Forest home http://www.foresthome.org/ is a beautiful site. Cost will range from $200-$240 depending on package. If you are interested in helping plan the retreat contact Patrick at pdetken@thecrossing.com
Make sure to save the dates!!!
2012 Women's Retreat is scheduled for June 8-10, 2012in Palm Springs
• Location: Mira Monte Resort and Spa
• Cost:$165 (4 in a room), $225 (2 in a room), $335 (single room)
• Contact: Cyndi Clark cclark@thecrossing.com for more information
2012 Men's Retreat is scheduled for March 16-18 at Forest Home. This has been a retreat that has been a staple for our men. Over 200+ men attended last time and Forest home http://www.foresthome.org/ is a beautiful site. Cost will range from $200-$240 depending on package. If you are interested in helping plan the retreat contact Patrick at pdetken@thecrossing.com
Upcoming FUEL: Bible Study Edition
Here is a sneak peak of our upcoming FUEL:Bible Study Edition starting April 26th and April 28th
TUESDAY Fuel bible study classes
• Bible Study on 1 and 2 Kings for anyone taught by Brett Detken
Theme: What Rules you: A study through 1st and 2nd Kings. Following God means giving Him everything you got! If you are serious about stepping up your walk with God, come and learn with us, as we study the lives of people who did,(and didn’t) trust God, and discover how that decision impacted the rest of their lives...For more information email bdetken@thecrossing.com
• Bible Study techniques taught by Randy Clark
Theme: New ways and techniques on studying the scriptures and allowing the word of God to come alive.For more information email rclark@thecrossing.com
• Bible Study taught by Jorge Moscoso for people who predominately speak Spanish. For more information email jmoscoso@thecrossing.com
• Bible Study for Men taught by Aaron Guyett
Theme: An in depth study at the difference between being a warrior and Christ’s warrior’ . We will discuss how to fight against the enemy and his plan. The Christ's Warrior then will walk away ready to fight for Christ. For more information email aarondavisguyett@gmail.com
• Bible Study for anyone on Spiritual Practices taught by Patrick Detken and Jaime Huff
Theme: A bible study on the spiritual practices like prayer, bible study, solitude, meditation and confession. We will discuss the biblical background for each and then actually apply them! For more information at pdetken@thecrossing.com
• Bible Study for women taught by Nicole Romero.
Theme: Bible study for women on Jesus' parables on the topic "The Kingdom of Heaven is like..." We will take a closer look at how Jesus explained life through his parables. As women we will learn to believe as Jesus believed so we can do what Jesus did. For more information contact nromero@thecrossing.com
- Tuesday Fuel Bible study classes begin April 26th for 6 weeks from 6:30-8:30pm
- Thursday Fuel Bible study classes begin April 28th for 6 weeks from 6:30-8:30pm
- Cost: $10 per class (feel free to take a class on Tuesday AND Thursday)
- Sign up: http://www.thecrossing.com/ beginning April 9th
TUESDAY Fuel bible study classes
• Bible Study on 1 and 2 Kings for anyone taught by Brett Detken
Theme: What Rules you: A study through 1st and 2nd Kings. Following God means giving Him everything you got! If you are serious about stepping up your walk with God, come and learn with us, as we study the lives of people who did,(and didn’t) trust God, and discover how that decision impacted the rest of their lives...For more information email bdetken@thecrossing.com
• Bible Study techniques taught by Randy Clark
Theme: New ways and techniques on studying the scriptures and allowing the word of God to come alive.For more information email rclark@thecrossing.com
• Bible Study taught by Jorge Moscoso for people who predominately speak Spanish. For more information email jmoscoso@thecrossing.com
Thursday FUEL Bible Studies
• Bible Study for Men taught by Aaron Guyett
Theme: An in depth study at the difference between being a warrior and Christ’s warrior’ . We will discuss how to fight against the enemy and his plan. The Christ's Warrior then will walk away ready to fight for Christ. For more information email aarondavisguyett@gmail.com
• Bible Study for anyone on Spiritual Practices taught by Patrick Detken and Jaime Huff
Theme: A bible study on the spiritual practices like prayer, bible study, solitude, meditation and confession. We will discuss the biblical background for each and then actually apply them! For more information at pdetken@thecrossing.com
• Bible Study for women taught by Nicole Romero.
Theme: Bible study for women on Jesus' parables on the topic "The Kingdom of Heaven is like..." We will take a closer look at how Jesus explained life through his parables. As women we will learn to believe as Jesus believed so we can do what Jesus did. For more information contact nromero@thecrossing.com
This Saturdays Spiritual Retreat
Just a week away!! I love these day retreats because it’s a personal and experiential way to reconnect with Jesus!
During the day of the retreat you will be doing a personal inventory, learn about spiritual practices like prayer, bible study and meditation. Not only will you learn about them but you will have the time to immediately apply them! There will also be 3 kinds of discussion you will have that will strengthen your understanding of the topic through extended alone time with the Lord, small group discussions as well as class discussions with the entire class.
• Time: This Saturday from 9am-3pm
• Location: O’neil Park http://www.ocparks.com/oneillpark/
• Cost: $10. You will pay $5 to get in the park. When you get to the gate tell them you are from the Crossing and they will direct you to the conference room. Your other $5 can be paid to us when you get in the conference room. You might want to carpool, if you do let me know and I can send you the list of people coming.
• What about food? Bring drinks, snacks and your lunch. In order to keep the cost down we will NOT be providing food so make sure you bring something from home.
• Bring: Your lunch and drinks for the day, lawn chair, Bible, journal, pen and jacket in case it’s a bit cold. We will still have the day retreat even if it rains a bit, I don’t think it’s supposed to but if it does we will use the room more but I still believe it will be a good time of rest with the Lord.
Theme Verse for Saturday is the verse we have been meditating on during this series 1 Corinthians 13 “1 If I speak in the tongues[a] of men or of angels, but do not have love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal. 2 If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have a faith that can move mountains, but do not have love, I am nothing. 3 If I give all I possess to the poor and give over my body to hardship that I may boast,[b] but do not have love, I gain nothing. 4 Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. 5 It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. 6 Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. 7 It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. 8 Love never fails."…now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love." 1 Corinthians 13:13. I encourage you to begin to meditate on this verse throughout the week!
During the day of the retreat you will be doing a personal inventory, learn about spiritual practices like prayer, bible study and meditation. Not only will you learn about them but you will have the time to immediately apply them! There will also be 3 kinds of discussion you will have that will strengthen your understanding of the topic through extended alone time with the Lord, small group discussions as well as class discussions with the entire class.
• Time: This Saturday from 9am-3pm
• Location: O’neil Park http://www.ocparks.com/oneillpark/
• Cost: $10. You will pay $5 to get in the park. When you get to the gate tell them you are from the Crossing and they will direct you to the conference room. Your other $5 can be paid to us when you get in the conference room. You might want to carpool, if you do let me know and I can send you the list of people coming.
• What about food? Bring drinks, snacks and your lunch. In order to keep the cost down we will NOT be providing food so make sure you bring something from home.
• Bring: Your lunch and drinks for the day, lawn chair, Bible, journal, pen and jacket in case it’s a bit cold. We will still have the day retreat even if it rains a bit, I don’t think it’s supposed to but if it does we will use the room more but I still believe it will be a good time of rest with the Lord.
Theme Verse for Saturday is the verse we have been meditating on during this series 1 Corinthians 13 “1 If I speak in the tongues[a] of men or of angels, but do not have love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal. 2 If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have a faith that can move mountains, but do not have love, I am nothing. 3 If I give all I possess to the poor and give over my body to hardship that I may boast,[b] but do not have love, I gain nothing. 4 Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. 5 It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. 6 Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. 7 It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. 8 Love never fails."…now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love." 1 Corinthians 13:13. I encourage you to begin to meditate on this verse throughout the week!
Sunday, April 3, 2011
My golf ball doesn't go straight (Truth #1)
Let me start with the fact that I don't play golf. My dad has been trying to teach me for 30 years. He is a brilliant golfer but every time I hit the ball it doesn't go straight. You see hitting a golf ball isn't about how hard you hit it but rather how you hit it. I believe walking with God is not all that different. God didn't design us to 'try harder' but rather 'train better'. I sense that God wants me to go on a spiritual journey, a new way to hit 'the ball'. Is that you? As we head into Easter I desire to experience God differently and I know it begins with this truth...
#1 Only God can change a heart.
I desire God to change my heart, how about you?
#1 Only God can change a heart.
I desire God to change my heart, how about you?
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