Crossroads Bible Church

Short Circles
2023-10-08 - 2023-11-05
Short Circles are house church-like groups that run for 5 weeks. These groups will be diving into our Israel Curriculum. These communities are places where we can be known and know others through fellowship, time in the word, prayer, and encouragement to individually be on mission. If you are looking for biblical community but are not ready to jump in long term, this is a great way to get your feet wet. There are various locations and days of the week to choose from. Contact Jen with any questions.
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On Mission | Family Promise
2023-10-22 - 2023-10-29 | Crossroads Bible Church, 800 Scribner NW, Grand Rapids, 49504, United States
Are you passionate about being part of ending the family homelessness crisis in Grand Rapids? So are we! Crossroads is privileged to host a week-long emergency family shelter three times a year in collaboration with Family Promise of Grand Rapids. We will be hosting October 22-29. To make this possible, we need an army of volunteers to step in and provide welcome & hospitality. There are a handful of ways you can do this…through making meals, spending time with families in the evening, staying overnight, setting up/tearing down and a handful of other ways! Please join us in loving these precious families during our next week. Our next week will be January 21, 2024. Contact Bethany if you have any questions or would like additional information.
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To learn more about On Missions Ministry, click here.

Men's | Avenue Group
2023-10-28 07:30 - 09:00 (America/Detroit) | Crossroads Bible Church, 800 Scribner NW, Grand Rapids, 49504, United States
Relationship struggles and sexual brokenness can make you feel ashamed, trapped, and alone. For over 20 years, Avenue has helped people restore their lives and relationships. Get into this private healing group for men and experience Biblically sound materials, a supportive environment, and both accountability and encouragement.
Don’t wait! Sexual struggles can be so difficult to talk about, but once you have shined the light on your struggle, the power it has over you will begin to weaken. You need a supportive community.
Please call or text Matt Guy (616-262-7758) prior to joining.
To learn more about On Men’s Ministry, click here.

Men's | Fireside Gathering South
2023-10-28 18:30 - 20:30 | Fireside South, 8289 Burlingame Ave, Byron Center, MI, United States
Join with a bunch of guys around the fire in Byron Center on the 4th Saturday of each month! Fireside Gatherings are for any guys over the age of 18, who desire to grow in their faith in a laid back, and welcoming atmosphere where they are free to be themselves. Typically, we will spend the first little while catching up with friends and getting to know any newcomers while enjoying some good food. Then one of our Crossroads guys will share some of their story and give us some questions and ideas to kick around. Conversations will generally center around the lessons learned through our experiences of walking as Jesus followers in everyday life.
Real stories, real guys, real life…
We also believe Fireside gives us a chance to encourage and support any guys who are in the midst of hard stuff, so every gathering has a time for prayer and coming around guys who may be feeling it. If you are struggling, please come and find this to be a place with no judgement and a lot of concern for your heart.
What to Bring
Camp chair, beverage of choice (we typically have coffee, especially during the cold months). Food is provided! Dress appropriately! We hope you experience some authentic and meaningful community at Fireside. Some guys may choose to puff on something around the fire or consume an adult beverage and some guys don’t. We feel that is just fine. We simply ask everyone to be responsible with how much alcohol they consume and limit it to a couple. Feel free to be yourself with this.
Where to go
The home of Ron Jansen at 8289 Burlingame Ave in Byron Center
To learn more about On Men’s Ministry, click here.

Partnership Class
2023-10-29 08:45 - 10:15 | Crossroads Upper Room North, 800 Scribner Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
Partnership Orientation Class is a two-week meeting designed to introduce you to our shared values as well as the story of our community. Partners are those in the Crossroads community who would like to be formally linked together around our three main values, Worship, Community, & Mission. We prefer the word partner because we are inspired by people in the New Testament who refer to one another in that way, (Phil 1:5, Ph. 1:6). Please email Jean if you have any questions.
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To learn more about Partnership at Crossroads, click here.

Sunday Gatherings
2023-10-29 08:45 - 12:15 | Crossroads Bible Church, 800 Scribner NW, Grand Rapids, 49504, United States
We gather each Sunday at 8:45 & 10:45am in our building at 800 Scribner for worship, time in the Word, and fellowship with the rest of our Crossroads family. We also have a livestream available every Sunday at 8:45 AM.
Sermon Series Reading Schedule
January 21 | Genesis 14
January 28 | Genesis 15
February 4 | Genesis 16 & 21
February 11 | Genesis 17
February 18 | Genesis 18:1-15
February 25 | Genesis 18:16-33
March 3 | Genesis 19
March 10 | Genesis 22
March 17 | Genesis 24
March 24 | Genesis 23&25
March 31 | Easter Sunday
April 7 | Genesis 26
April 14 | Genesis 27:1-28:9
April 21 | Genesis 28:10-22
April 28 | Genesis 29:1-30
May 5 | Genesis 29:31-30:24
May 12 | Genesis 30:25-31:55

GriefShare
2023-10-30 19:00 - 20:30 | Crossroads Cave, 800 Scribner NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
No matter the cause of your loved one’s death, this is an opportunity to be around people who understand what you are feeling.
You will learn valuable information on facing life situations, recognize symptoms of normal emotions and those of being stuck, and you’ll gain renewed hope for the future. These sessions are open to any adult regardless of whether your experience is recent or not so recent. The group is led by individuals who have personally experienced grief due to a loved one’s death.
Each week includes a DVD teaching time followed by group discussion on topics relevant to your situation. You will also receive a workbook to keep you engaged throughout the week. Our hope is that you will find encouragement, help, and healing in grieving the death of your loved one.
This group will meet from September 25th through December 18th on Monday evenings from 7-8:30. If you are interested in joining or connecting with someone, please email Jean.
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Women's | Ancient Paths Evening Study
2023-10-31 19:00 - 20:30 | Crossroads Bible Church, 800 Scribner NW, Grand Rapids, 49504, United States
Join us Tuesday evenings or Wednesday mornings for a 5-week study that comes from the very heart of Crossroads. The purpose of this study is to take an in-depth dive into the Biblical text in its original locations and cultures. The text of the Bible will literally come to life as we follow the ancient paths and learn to walk as Jesus walked. We can’t wait to share it with you and walk together. Childcare is not available for the evening study.
Our study is now full. If you have questions, please reach out to Judy Black.
To learn more about Women’s Ministry, click here.

Men's | Band of Brothers
2023-11-01 06:00 - 07:00 | Crossroads Cave, 800 Scribner NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
Band of Brothers is a small community of men who gather every Wednesday morning in the Cave to study the Bible and grow together. We pray, share, study and talk about how to live as men through our faith in Jesus. We meet every Wednesday morning at 6:00 am and wrap up by 7:00. We meet in person but also offer Zoom attendance if needed. Coffee and friendship are always offered. Band of Brothers is always open for new guys, so if you want to connect right away, make some new friends and get into God’s Word, reach out to the leader via email and jump in. Please contact Ray Carmichael before joining us on a Wednesday morning.
“My wife and I started attending Crossroads in the summer of 2017, having moved to Grand Rapids from Chicago. We didn’t know anyone at church but knew God had led us there. I needed a group of men who I could trust, enjoy and be honest with. I found it in Band of Brothers where I have grown in my faith, encouraged by others and stretched in my understanding of Scripture. This group has become one of the most important parts of my personal and faith experiences.”
– Ray Carmichael
Deb and I started attending Crossroads in the fall of 2017. It wasn’t long before I attended some men’s events, then began coming to Band of Brothers on Wednesday mornings. It makes a big church feel smaller. The encouragement and challenge I get from studying God’s Word together, and from talking to, and praying with the other guys in the group are necessities in my life. I’m grateful to have this group!
– Dave Kruis
To learn more about On Men’s Ministry, click here.

College | The Walk
2023-11-01 18:15 - 20:00 | Crossroads Upper Room, 800 Scribner Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
The Walk is a ministry that serves college-aged students (18-25 years old) and meets weekly on Wednesday evenings. Join us anytime as we pursue Christ in community through study, service, and fellowship.
Text “thewalk” to 866-371-0140 for more info and get updates. You can email us or join our Facebook group for more info too. If you have questions, please reach out to Lauren.

Men's | Bible Study Fellowship
2023-11-01 18:55 - 20:25 | Crossroads Kids Area, 800 Scribner Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
Join with men from around West Michigan for weekly Bible study and community. In a world filled with all sorts of truth claims – even “find your own truth” – Jesus stands alone. He boldly proclaims Himself as the only source of freedom, peace, truth, meaning, sustenance, security, and everlasting life with God. Which leaves us asking: Are Jesus’s claims true?
We are excited to invite you to examine Jesus’s claims for your own life in John’s Gospel: The Truth. Join with men from around West Michigan for this in depth study of God’s Word.
For more information or if you have questions, please visit here.
Please note: We will not meet on October 25th due to Family Promise.
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Partner Potluck
2023-11-02 18:00 - 20:00 | Crossroads Upper Room North, 800 Scribner Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
Partnership at Crossroads is vital and we consider our partners as those who have committed to and are investing in Crossroads’ values. For those who have taken the step of partnership, we invite you to join us for a Partner Potluck!
We will enjoy a meal together and hear an update of what is happening at Crossroads. We are asking everyone attending to bring a dish to pass.
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To learn more about Partnership at Crossroads, click here.

GriefShare Surviving the Holidays
2023-11-04 09:00 - 11:00 | Crossroads Garage, 800 Scribner Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
Join us on a Saturday morning in the Garage as we learn about navigating the Holidays through loss. Wondering how you will survive the weeks surrounding Christmas? Are you dreading these holidays, knowing that everything has changed and that happy memories from past years can’t be recreated?
Surviving the Holidays is especially for people who are grieving a loved one’s death. You’ll learn:

How to deal with the many emotions you’ll face during the holidays
What to do about traditions and other coming changes
Helpful tips for surviving social events
How to discover hope for your future

No cost for this event but please register so we have a headcount for food.
If you have questions, please email Jean. We hope to see you!
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On Mission | Amiina Hope Gathering
2023-11-06 18:30 - 21:00 | Crossroads Bible Church, 800 Scribner NW, Grand Rapids, 49504, United States
Join Amiina Ministries for a fun-filled, family-friendly evening full of hope and vision! We are humbled and thrilled about all God is doing through Amiina. We have an effective, open door of Kingdom work before us, and as we serve hand-in-hand with Ugandan leaders we can change the narrative for families in Uganda.
Childcare is available. We will be serving charcuterie and desserts. Our guest speaker is a friend from Uganda who will be sharing about how God is moving in powerful ways.
We would be deeply honored to have you join us. We believe strong families transform communities and will have huge eternal impact for generations to come.
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Post College Young Adults
2023-11-07 19:00 - 21:00 | Crossroads Upper Room, 800 Scribner Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
Join our Tuesday night gatherings in the Upper Room. In October and December, we will study Proverbs. We will take a break in November to talk about relationships.
Find us on Facebook or email Lauren for more information! If you would like to listen to the weekly teachings, please visit The Post on Spotify.
To learn more about the Post College Young Adults at Crossroads, click here.

Dating to Marriage Class
2023-11-09 18:30 - 20:30 | Crossroads Upper Room South, 800 Scribner Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
Join us for a 4 session class on Thursday evenings in the Upper Room. This class is intended for those in a serious dating relationship who desire to learn more about the dynamics of their relationship – both the strength areas and potential growth areas. We will also cover God’s plan, purpose, and design for marriage; how to best evaluate a relationship; characteristics of a healthy relationship along with common struggles; and how to make a godly decision.
Each couple needs to take the Couple Check-up relationship assessment and bring their results to the class. If you want us to print them for you, you can email them to Jean.
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Cost: $35 to take the assessment online
We recommend you take the assessment 2-3 weeks prior to the start of the class. Here is how to take assessment:

Create an account here.
Both couple will receive an email with a link to take the assessment.
At the end of the assessment, it will provide a space to put our Group number.: 27342 – 2
While taking the assessment: Be honest. Go with your gut. Don’t over think it yet don’t rush yourself. Try to avoid too many “undecided” options.
Once you both complete it, you will receive a pdf of your results.
Please print your results and bring to class. If you would prefer that we print it for you, please reach out to Jean.

On Mission Class
2023-11-12 10:45 - 12:30 | Crossroads Upper Room North, 800 Scribner Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
We would love to partner with you in exploring how God has uniquely gifted and placed you to live out His Kingdom on your streetcorner and in your sphere of influence!
This one-week class is filled with teaching and discussion, where we try to answer the two questions: ‘Who are you?’ and ‘What are you doing here?’
Please fill out the form below if you’re planning on attending:
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To learn more about On Missions Ministry, click here.

On Mission | Hope Speaks Luncheon
2023-11-12 12:30 - 14:00 | Crossroads Upper Room, 800 Scribner Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
Join us as we welcome home Ben and Kari David! Ben and Kari are missionaries and founders of Hope Speaks—an amazing organization that physically and spiritually shows the love of Christ to kids in Uganda that have disabilities through speech and physical therapy. At this lunch they’ll be giving us an update about Hope Speaks and how the Kingdom of Heaven is moving in Uganda.
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Adopt & Foster | Encourage
2023-11-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Crossroads Upper Room, 800 Scribner Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
For current and prospective foster/adoptive parents, we know the journey is complex and full of twists and turns. We get it and are there too. Join us for dinner as Jason Johnson reminds us of the hope and power we have in the Gospel. A catered dinner will be served.
Cost is $10 per person.
Contact Jamie (jbartlett@crossroads-bible.org) if you have any questions.
SCHEDULE:

6-6:30 dinner
6:30-8:00 welcome, intros & session from Jason

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To learn more about the Adoptive and Foster Care Ministry at Crossroads, click here.

Adopt & Foster | Foster Community Lunch
2023-11-14 10:00 - 13:30 | Crossroads Upper Room, 800 Scribner Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
We are inviting church ministry leaders, foster care agencies, and child welfare advocates to join us for a time to connect and learn how we can partner together. Jason Johnson will be leading the conversation, the coffee will be flowing, and a catered lunch will be served.
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To learn more about the Adoptive and Foster Care Ministry at Crossroads, click here.
Schedule:

10:00-10:30 Join us for a time of prayer & worship, where we will ask God to provide more than enough for children & families before, during and beyond foster care
10:30-11:00 Check in, meet & greet, coffee time!
11:00-12:30 Session with Jason
12:30-1:00 Lunch
1:00-1:30 Q&A

Cost:
$10 per person.
We would like to offer this free to agency workers. If you work for Bethany Christian Services, Catholic Charities, DA Blodgett, Samaritas or Wellspring, use the code AGENCY at checkout and it will take the $10 off. We are really thankful for all you do!

This event is a joint effort between the following churches and organizations: Calvary Church, Chapel Pointe, Crossroads Bible Church, Kentwood Community Church, Redemption City Church, Ridge Point Community Church, The Local Church, Bethany Christian Services, CarePortal, Catholic Charities, DA Blodgett, Samaritas, and Wellspring Lutheran Services. God has been doing amazing things as we’ve collaborated and partnered together—we are excited to share more about it with you!

Women of Advent Brunch
2023-11-18 09:00 - 11:00 | Crossroads Bible Church, 800 Scribner NW, Grand Rapids, 49504, United States
Join us for a time of intentional community as we come together to worship God , share a meal together, and peer into the hearts of four biblical women whose lives surrounded the first Advent of Christ. We hope to encourage you to draw near to God during this advent season and bring blazing light into this dark and weary world!
No childcare is available for this event.
Women high school age and above are welcome.
As women living on mission, we will be participating in an additional activity where we will assemble gift bags for our homeless neighbors. If you are willing, we ask that you sign up to bring specific store bought individually wrapped items below.
We have limited space. Registration is required. Please sign up below!
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To learn more about Women’s Ministry, click here.

Blended Families Group
2023-11-19 12:30 - 14:00 | Crossroads Upper Room South, 800 Scribner Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
Are you a blended family feeling alone, confused, or even burned out? Join us on the 3rd Sundays of the month after second service as we encourage each other and seek God’s grace and guidance through it all. We are meeting after the second service this Sunday in the Upper Room. If you are interested in getting involved with this group, please email Kelly or show up after the services on Sunday.

Women's Create & Connect Night
2023-11-27 18:00 - 20:00 | Crossroads Upper Room, 800 Scribner Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
At Create and Connect you will find a time to let your creativity flow! Whether you’re a crafter, an artist, a writer, or just wanting a time to explore your creativity, we have the space for you. Bring a current project and join women in a time of fellowship and art! If you don’t have a project, we still want you to come! We will have paper, paints, and drawing supplies available. No need to register.
To learn more about Women’s Ministry, click here.

Blood Drive
2023-12-03 08:00 - 13:00 | Crossroads Upper Room North, 800 Scribner Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
Help us support local hospitals through our Fall blood drive! Every pint donated can help save up to three lives.
We’ll be live-streaming the service in the room, you can still listen to the gathering while donating!
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On Mission | B-Less Lunch with Neil Martin
2023-12-03 12:30 - 14:00 | Crossroads Bible Church, 800 Scribner NW, Grand Rapids, 49504, United States
Come and hear the latest news from our friend Neil Martin on the work that B-Less is doing in Oxford and learn a bit more about the B-Less scholars and how their placements are opening doors for the Gospel right in the heart of some very secular academic institutions.

Elective | In a Secular World, Why Do We Need the Bible?
2023-12-04 19:00 - 21:00 | Crossroads Upper Room, 800 Scribner Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
Crossroads’ former Associate Pastor, Dr Neil Martin, has lived and served for the past 10 years in one of the world’s most secular cities – Oxford. The last thing you would think this constituency would be hungry for is the Bible. So why does a crowd of non-Christian students gather there every Monday night to hear and discuss passages from the gospels? And why is the church plant where Neil serves fuller than ever before with seekers?
Come and find out how the arrival of secularism is creating opportunities for effective outreach and paths to deepen our confidence in the centrality and brilliance of God’s word.
Plus: desserts from Grand Traverse Pie Company, real English tea, and an update on the ministry of B-Less to students in Oxford and beyond.

Elective | In a Secular World, What's Good About the Gospel?
2023-12-06 19:00 - 21:00 | Crossroads Upper Room, 800 Scribner Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
Crossroads’ former Associate Pastor, Dr. Neil Martin, has lived and served for the past 10 years in one of the world’s most secular cities – Oxford. In a place where self-determination is the highest value, and every student is only as good as the last grade they received, you wouldn’t expect to find much excitement about the gospel. And yet, Neil and his colleagues have never seen so much spiritual openness.
Come and find out why surrendering to Jesus and admitting how much we need him makes just as much sense as it ever did, even when the world changes.
Plus: desserts from Grand Traverse Pie Company, real English tea, and an update on the ministry of B-Less to students in Oxford and beyond.

Elective | Adoption & Foster Care
2023-12-10 08:45 - 10:30 | Crossroads Upper Room, 800 Scribner Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
Are you interested in learning more about foster care/adoption? Would you like to support foster/adoptive families? Join us at this elective to learn ways God has uniquely equipped you to serve in this ministry! This elective is for anyone interested in learning more about becoming a foster or adoptive parent as well as those who are interested in supporting families who have welcomed kids into their homes.
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To learn more about the Adoptive and Foster Care Ministry at Crossroads, click here.

Christmas Market
2023-12-16 10:00 - 14:00 | Crossroads Bible Church, 800 Scribner NW, Grand Rapids, 49504, United States
Save the date for a Christmas Market at Crossroads!
Everyone is welcome to attend, this will be a great family friendly event!
We’ll be having a variety of barnyard animals out in our parking lot as well as 12+ local vendors inside. Our vendors all include handmade items made by local artisans!
If you’re interested in being a vendor, please email events@crossroads-bible.org to see if there are still spots available! Please include the name of your shop and/or what you’d like to sell.
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Christmas Eve Gatherings
2023-12-24 23:00 - 23:55 | Crossroads Gathering Space, 800 Scribner NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
DECEMBER 24 | 8:45AM, 10:45AM, & 11PM | CROSSROADS
Join us as we gather for Christmas Eve! We’ll be having our normal Sunday gatherings in the morning at 8:45am & 10:45am with our usual Crossroads Kids ministry. We will also be livestreaming our 8:45am gathering here.
At our 11pm candlelight gathering we will not have any kids ministry, however the gathering is family friendly and we invite you to bring your entire family! We will not be livestreaming this gathering.
