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SUMMARY:Connection Reception
DESCRIPTION:Learn about ways to get involved and find intentional community at Crossroads. Whether you are brand new to Crossroads or have been coming for years\, this reception is a chance to hear about specific ministries\, learn about house churches\, sign up to serve\, meet other brothers and sisters in Christ\, and so much more. If you want to get more connected at Crossroads\, this is a great place to start. \nIf you’d like to learn more\, please email Abby. \nSign Up
URL:https://crossroads-bible.org/event/connection-reception/
LOCATION:Crossroads Upper Room South\, 800 Scribner Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adopt & Foster,College,Community Care,Community Groups,Families,Marriage,Men,Missions,Post-College,Women
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ORGANIZER;CN="Abby Loomans":MAILTO:aloomans@crossroads-bible.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251111T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251111T200000
DTSTAMP:20251008T162316Z
CREATED:20250822T162607Z
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SUMMARY:How Our Past Shapes Our Parenting
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered why your child pushes you away when they seem to need connection most\, or why you sometimes have a big reaction and think\, “Where did that come from?” \nIn this training\, Bethany Hall will lead us in exploring attachment styles and how past experiences shape responses\, equipping you to engage with greater awareness\, compassion\, and connection. \nSign Up
URL:https://crossroads-bible.org/event/adoption-foster-parent-equipping-night/
LOCATION:Crossroads Garage\, 800 Scribner Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adopt & Foster
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jamie Bartlett":MAILTO:jbartlett@crossroads-bible.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251202T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251202T133000
DTSTAMP:20250826T191717Z
CREATED:20250822T161408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T191717Z
UID:10009204-1764676800-1764682200@crossroads-bible.org
SUMMARY:Adoption & Foster | Parent Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Parenting children from hard places is not easy – but you don’t have to do it alone. \nJoin us each month for a supportive space where you can share experiences\, gain tools\, and connect with others who understand your unique journey. \nSIGN UP
URL:https://crossroads-bible.org/event/adoption-foster-parent-support-group-2/2025-12-02/
LOCATION:Crossroads Conference Room\, 800 Scribner Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adopt & Foster
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jamie Bartlett":MAILTO:jbartlett@crossroads-bible.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251224T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251224T165500
DTSTAMP:20251209T155256Z
CREATED:20251129T155005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T155256Z
UID:10009840-1766592000-1766595300@crossroads-bible.org
SUMMARY:Crossroads Kids Christmas Eve Service
DESCRIPTION:We will be having two services this Christmas Eve. A Crossroads Kids Service at 4:00pm in the Garage\, designed specifically for kids ages 0–5th grade and their families\, and a Candlelight Service at 11:00pm in the Gathering Space that is open to our entire church family—including families with kids of all ages. We look forward to worshiping and celebrating our Savior’s birth with you!
URL:https://crossroads-bible.org/event/christmas-eve-gathering-3/
LOCATION:Crossroads Upper Room\, 800 Scribner Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adopt & Foster,All Church Gathering,College,Community Groups,Families,Marriage,Men,Post-College,Students,Women
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251224T230000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251224T235500
DTSTAMP:20251209T155444Z
CREATED:20250818T134623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T155444Z
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SUMMARY:Candlelight Christmas Eve Service
DESCRIPTION:We will be having two services this Christmas Eve. A Crossroads Kids Service at 4:00pm in the Garage\, designed specifically for kids ages 0–5th grade and their families\, and a Candlelight Service at 11:00pm in the Gathering Space that is open to our entire church family—including families with kids of all ages. We look forward to worshiping and celebrating our Savior’s birth with you!
URL:https://crossroads-bible.org/event/christmas-eve-gathering-2/
LOCATION:Crossroads Gathering Space\, 800 Scribner NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adopt & Foster,All Church Gathering,College,Community Groups,Families,Marriage,Men,Post-College,Students,Women
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://crossroads-bible.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Christmas-Eve-scaled.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260106T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260106T133000
DTSTAMP:20250826T191717Z
CREATED:20250822T161408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T191717Z
UID:10009205-1767700800-1767706200@crossroads-bible.org
SUMMARY:Adoption & Foster | Parent Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Parenting children from hard places is not easy – but you don’t have to do it alone. \nJoin us each month for a supportive space where you can share experiences\, gain tools\, and connect with others who understand your unique journey. \nSIGN UP
URL:https://crossroads-bible.org/event/adoption-foster-parent-support-group-2/2026-01-06/
LOCATION:Crossroads Conference Room\, 800 Scribner Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adopt & Foster
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jamie Bartlett":MAILTO:jbartlett@crossroads-bible.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260123T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260124T160000
DTSTAMP:20251215T195718Z
CREATED:20240827T190905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T195718Z
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SUMMARY:Adopt & Foster | Equip Moms' Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Join us for worship\, meals\, laughter & and time to connect with current and prospective foster/adoptive/kinship moms. \nDaniela Coats will be joining us! Daniela grew up as a “birth kid\,” her parents having fostered and adopted. She and her husband now have six children – four through adoption and two by birth. \nDaniela obtained her Masters of Social Work from the University of Texas at Arlington and also holds an undergraduate degree in Bible. Daniela founded With Siblings in 2022\, an organization dedicated to supporting birth children in foster and adoptive families by equipping parents and professionals through training and resources. \nRegistration includes dinner Friday night\, breakfast Saturday morning\, Saturday lunch & plenty of drinks and snacks in between! Crossroads Bible Church has generously provided their space for this event! For those who want to add an overnight stay\, you can make reservations at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids\, which is just a short walk across the river! \nIf finances are a barrier to attending\, we have scholarships available! Please email Jamie Bartlett at jbartlett@crossroads-bible.org \nRegister Here\n\nSCHEDULE\nFriday\, January 23rd \n6:00pm – registration & dinner\n6:45pm – worship & session 1 \nSaturday\, January 24th\n8:30am – breakfast\n9:15am – worship & session 2\n10:45am – break\n11:00am – Q & A\, table discussions\n12:00pm – lunch\n12:45pm – session 3\n2:00pm – retreat concludes with outing to Fredrick Meijer Gardens (pass provided) or coffee shop (gift cards provided)
URL:https://crossroads-bible.org/event/adopt-foster-equip-moms-retreat-2/
LOCATION:Crossroads Upper Room\, 800 Scribner Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adopt & Foster,Community Care
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jamie Bartlett":MAILTO:jbartlett@crossroads-bible.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260203T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260203T133000
DTSTAMP:20250826T191717Z
CREATED:20250822T161408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T191717Z
UID:10009206-1770120000-1770125400@crossroads-bible.org
SUMMARY:Adoption & Foster | Parent Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Parenting children from hard places is not easy – but you don’t have to do it alone. \nJoin us each month for a supportive space where you can share experiences\, gain tools\, and connect with others who understand your unique journey. \nSIGN UP
URL:https://crossroads-bible.org/event/adoption-foster-parent-support-group-2/2026-02-03/
LOCATION:Crossroads Conference Room\, 800 Scribner Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adopt & Foster
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jamie Bartlett":MAILTO:jbartlett@crossroads-bible.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260213T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260214T160000
DTSTAMP:20260112T161328Z
CREATED:20251215T211941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T161328Z
UID:10009899-1771005600-1771084800@crossroads-bible.org
SUMMARY:Deeper Still: Retreat for Foster/Adoptive Parents
DESCRIPTION:No matter where you find yourselves—thriving\, exhausted\, or somewhere in between—God is inviting your marriage to go deeper still. \nJoin Todd and Beth Guckenberger\, Co-Executive Directors of Back2Back Ministries\, for a soul-refreshing weekend retreat created specifically for foster/adoptive/kinship parents. (Couples considering foster care or adoption are encouraged to attend as well!) \nThis is our time to step away from the everyday chaos\, reconnect with God and our spouse\, draw strength from a like-minded community\, and be reminded of the sacred calling we’ve embraced. \nThrough worship\, Biblical teaching\, real conversations\, and intentional rest\, we’ll journey together into deeper intimacy with God\, deeper connection with each other\, and renewed clarity in the beautiful and challenging path of foster care and adoption. \nCome as you are. Let God meet you there—and take you deeper still. \nRegister Here\n\nSCHEDULE\nFriday\, Feb 13th\n5:45pm – doors open\n6:00pm – dinner + registration\n6:45pm – worship\n7:00-8:30pm session 1 \nSaturday\, Feb 14th\n8:30am – breakfast\n9:00am – worship & session 2=\n10:45am – break\n11:00am – Q & A\, table discussions\n12:00pm – lunch\n12:45pm – session 3\n2:00pm – retreat concludes\n2:00-4:00 – time together as a couple to reflect\, free passes will be provided to favorite GR spots (optional)
URL:https://crossroads-bible.org/event/adopt-foster-deeper-still-retreat-for-foster-adoptive-parents/
LOCATION:Crossroads Upper Room\, 800 Scribner Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adopt & Foster,Community Care
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jamie Bartlett":MAILTO:jbartlett@crossroads-bible.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260303T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260303T133000
DTSTAMP:20250826T191717Z
CREATED:20250822T161408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T191717Z
UID:10009207-1772539200-1772544600@crossroads-bible.org
SUMMARY:Adoption & Foster | Parent Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Parenting children from hard places is not easy – but you don’t have to do it alone. \nJoin us each month for a supportive space where you can share experiences\, gain tools\, and connect with others who understand your unique journey. \nSIGN UP
URL:https://crossroads-bible.org/event/adoption-foster-parent-support-group-2/2026-03-03/
LOCATION:Crossroads Conference Room\, 800 Scribner Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adopt & Foster
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jamie Bartlett":MAILTO:jbartlett@crossroads-bible.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260407T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260407T133000
DTSTAMP:20250826T191717Z
CREATED:20250822T161408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T191717Z
UID:10009208-1775563200-1775568600@crossroads-bible.org
SUMMARY:Adoption & Foster | Parent Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Parenting children from hard places is not easy – but you don’t have to do it alone. \nJoin us each month for a supportive space where you can share experiences\, gain tools\, and connect with others who understand your unique journey. \nSIGN UP
URL:https://crossroads-bible.org/event/adoption-foster-parent-support-group-2/2026-04-07/
LOCATION:Crossroads Conference Room\, 800 Scribner Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adopt & Foster
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://crossroads-bible.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/4-28_family-meeting_announcement.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Jamie Bartlett":MAILTO:jbartlett@crossroads-bible.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260505T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260505T133000
DTSTAMP:20250826T191717Z
CREATED:20250822T161408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T191717Z
UID:10009209-1777982400-1777987800@crossroads-bible.org
SUMMARY:Adoption & Foster | Parent Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Parenting children from hard places is not easy – but you don’t have to do it alone. \nJoin us each month for a supportive space where you can share experiences\, gain tools\, and connect with others who understand your unique journey. \nSIGN UP
URL:https://crossroads-bible.org/event/adoption-foster-parent-support-group-2/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:Crossroads Conference Room\, 800 Scribner Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adopt & Foster
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://crossroads-bible.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/4-28_family-meeting_announcement.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Jamie Bartlett":MAILTO:jbartlett@crossroads-bible.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260524T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260524T123000
DTSTAMP:20260505T125322Z
CREATED:20260505T125322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T125322Z
UID:10010429-1779619500-1779625800@crossroads-bible.org
SUMMARY:Adopt & Foster: Meet & Greet
DESCRIPTION:We’d love to gather any and all foster/adoptive families in the Upper Room ‘meet & greet’ style! If you haven’t met Jamie or Jenn yet\, this is a great opportunity! You will also hopefully connect with other foster and adoptive families here at Crossroads.
URL:https://crossroads-bible.org/event/adopt-foster-meet-greet/
LOCATION:Crossroads Upper Room North\, 800 Scribner Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adopt & Foster
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jamie Bartlett":MAILTO:jbartlett@crossroads-bible.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260805T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260805T203000
DTSTAMP:20260720T165655Z
CREATED:20260720T165655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T165655Z
UID:10010505-1785952800-1785961800@crossroads-bible.org
SUMMARY:Adoption & Foster Care | Family Lake Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Brian & Julie Sikma’s cottage on Wednesday August 5th from 6-8:30 for an evening of swimming\, tubing and enjoying warm weather together! Dinner will be provided! Please RSVP below so we can plan accordingly. \nRSVP\n 
URL:https://crossroads-bible.org/event/adoption-foster-care-family-lake-night/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Adopt & Foster
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jamie Bartlett":MAILTO:jbartlett@crossroads-bible.org
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