Crossroads Bible Church

Blended Families Group
2025-10-26 10:45 - 12:30 (America/Detroit) | Crossroads Upper Room North, 800 Scribner Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
Are you a blended family feeling alone, confused, or even burned out? Join us this fall as we work through Ron Deal’s Smart Step Family Material. We meet monthly and encourage each other to seek God’s grace and guidance through it all. If you are interested in getting involved with this group, please email Kelly or feel free to just show up.

Women's Create & Connect Night
2025-10-27 18:00 - 20:00 | Crossroads Garage, 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.

Fall Family Fun Day
2025-11-01 09:00 - 13:00 | Crossroads Bible Church, 800 Scribner NW, Grand Rapids, 49504, United States
We are so excited to have Fall Family Fun Day again this year! Mark your calendars for and join us for a morning filled with exciting fall-themed activities, fun, and fellowship. Bring the whole family for a fun day filled with games, activities, and community! We’ll wrap up the morning with a potluck lunch together.
Sign up at the link to let us know you’re coming and to choose your dish to pass.
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Connections that Last
2025-11-04 09:00 - 11:00 | Crossroads Upper Room North, 800 Scribner Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
Starting — and staying — in a child welfare career can feel overwhelming. Connections that Last offers new workers a personal concierge experience—introducing them to the incredible organizations and people already serving children and families.
This is more than information. It’s about building relationships, finding encouragement, and gaining the clarity and confidence people need to step into – and stay – in this important work with strength and support.
Breakfast + coffee provided
Who should attend?

Aspiring child welfare professionals in their junior/senior years of college
Advocates in their first two years of employment

Why join us?

Build meaningful relationships with peers and community leaders
Meet inspiring organizations serving children and families
Receive support and guidance to feel confident and empowered in your role

You’re doing the hard work, now discover the community that will help encourage, equip, and support you.
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Women's Retelling Retreat
2025-11-06 - 2025-11-09 | Fennville
The heart of a woman is wired to find connection with God and with others. We invite the women of Crossroads to a meaningful weekend of discovery—of knowing and being known—with other sisters in Christ on the journey.
For many women, getting away for an extended time is a tough, complicated ask, yet disconnecting from the grind and finding rest is truly needed for our souls. At a retelling retreat, you will find space to rest and reflect, enjoy one another, and gather with others to share about our journeys.
Women who have participated in a Retelling Retreat found that the weekend offered space for their hearts to come alive to the Lord as they engaged their stories with curiosity and compassion.
The goals for the weekend are:

Resting and reflecting on your journey and your Father
Sharing our stories in a comfortable, safe space
Exploring how the enemy uses our stories to impair us relationally and missionally
Learning how to embrace the truth of the gospel
Inviting us to develop healthy and vulnerable Kingdom relationships
Grasping God’s love for you through your relationship with Him and other sisters in Christ
Providing space for fun and connection with other sisters in Christ

Cost is $375 and includes all your lodging, travel, and food. If finances are a barrier, please reach out to Stephanie.
Please note that there is a mandatory pre-trip on October 23rd at 7pm and a post-trip on November 20th at 7pm.
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Raising Kids Conference
2025-11-07 18:30 - 20:30 | Crossroads Bible Church, 800 Scribner NW, Grand Rapids, 49504, United States
Who is discipling your kids about sex & gender? Our kids are growing up in a sexually broken and confusing world. Rather than simply reacting to this reality, we need to equip our kids with a gospel vision for human sexuality before they go looking for or discover answers on their own.
At this conference, parents and caregivers will walk away with:

Proactive Parenting Tools
Biblical Clarity on Sexuality and Gender
Foundational & Practical Tools for Living in a Porn-Saturated World
Language for Age-Appropriate Conversations
Ways to Guard Your Family Against Sexual Abuse
A Gospel Vision of Human Sexuality.

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Bloom Again
2025-11-08 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-01-17 09:30 - 11:30 | MI
Bloom Again is a special gathering designed to encourage and refresh the widows of Crossroads. Hosted at the home of Jodi Brown, this event will provide meaningful connection, uplifting stories, and Christ-centered hope for the journey ahead. Through community and conversation, it offers a safe and welcoming space to experience renewal and joy in the Lord.
Whether you are new to Crossroads or have been part of our community for years, Bloom Again is an opportunity to be reminded that you are not alone—and that God is still bringing beauty from brokenness. Come enjoy a morning of encouragement, friendship, and a reminder of God’s faithfulness.
If you would like to attend or have questions, please text or call Jodi Brown at (616) 318-8310.

Connection Reception
2025-11-09 08:45 - 10:30 | Crossroads Upper Room South, 800 Scribner Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
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.
If you’d like to learn more, please email Abby.
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How Our Past Shapes Our Parenting
2025-11-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Crossroads Garage, 800 Scribner Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
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?”
In 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.
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GriefShare Surviving the Holidays
2025-11-15 09:00 - 11:00 | Crossroads Kids Area, 800 Scribner Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
Join us on a Saturday morning 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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Crossroads Christmas Market
2025-12-06 09:00 - 13:00 | Crossroads Bible Church, 800 Scribner NW, Grand Rapids, 49504, United States
Save the Date for the Crossroads Christmas Market – Saturday, December 6th!
Everyone is welcome to join us for a festive, family-friendly Christmas Market. Shop 30+ local artisan vendors offering unique gifts — from handcrafted pottery, cozy crochet items, candles, ornaments, and jewelry to homemade pastries and seasonal cookies.
Enjoy a warm beverage as you shop, take a family Christmas photo, and new this year is our Children’s Market and activity area.
This is a great event to invite your friends and family and shop around for last minute gifts. Excited to see you there!
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Blood Drive
2025-12-07 08:00 - 13:00 | Crossroads Upper Room North, 800 Scribner Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
We host blood drives in partnership with Versiti of West Michigan upstairs during our Gatherings! Giving blood is an amazing way to partner with a local organization and a real, tangible way to serve our city and neighbors.
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B-Less Info Lunch
2025-12-14 12:30 - 14:00 | Crossroads Upper Room, 800 Scribner Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
Join Neil Martin for a light lunch to hear about the extraordinary ways our mission partners in Oxford, England, are seeing God at work. Through a church plant, and an innovative work among students, the Lord is building a bridgehead for the Gospel right in the heart of one of the world’s most influential secular cities! No sign up needed, we’d love to see you there.

The Walk | Christmas Party
2025-12-17 18:15 - 20:30 | Crossroads Upper Room, 800 Scribner Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
The Walk is a missional community of 18-25 year old young adults seeking to spur one another on in the knowledge and grace of Jesus Christ, remaining faithfully present in the Church and society to the glory of God and His Kingdom. We meet as a group of college age young adults every Wednesday evening in the pursuit of God and each other.
Text “the walk” 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 Chloe.
To learn more about the Walk at Crossroads, click here.

Crossroads Kids Christmas Eve Service
2025-12-24 16:00 - 16:55 | Crossroads Upper Room, 800 Scribner Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
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!

Candlelight Christmas Eve Service
2025-12-24 23:00 - 23:55 | Crossroads Gathering Space, 800 Scribner NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States

City Service
2025-12-27 17:30 - 19:00 | Crossroads Garage, 800 Scribner Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
This fall, we will re-launch our Saturday night gathering as our new City Service. This service will explore the same scripture as our Sunday services. Crossroads Kids will be available for ages 0-5.
What’s new at this service:

A dedicated worship team will lead this service and the start time will be 5:30pm.
Jason will be preaching most Saturday evenings.
Missional intention: The vision is for this gathering to evolve into a community of believers commissioned to advance the Kingdom of God in the City of Wyoming as a Crossroads Campus.

Who is this service for: Everyone.
Can I attend this service even if I do not wish to be part of the Campus Plant? Yes, please join us.
Will there be opportunities to serve in this service? Yes.
If you have more questions please contact Jason.

Women's | Selah Table
2026-01-11 19:00 - 20:30 | MI
“Food for the body, pause for the soul.”
Are you longing for connection or simply craving a space to slow down? Selah Tables are a one-time event hosted in a welcoming home where women gather to share food and conversation with the hope of building purposeful connections. It’s a comfortable way to meet others—whether you’re new or have been at Crossroads for years.
We will have several opportunities to join a Selah Table. This one is located in the Ada area, will offer dessert, and the home has a cat. The specific address will be emailed to those who sign up.
Register here

To learn more about Crossroads Women’s Ministry, click here.

GriefShare
2026-01-12 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 January 12–April 6. If you are interested in joining or connecting with someone, please email Jean.
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Women's Bible Study | Acts Part 2
2026-01-13 18:30 - 20:00 | Crossroads Upper Room, 800 Scribner Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
Join us this Winter/Spring for Women’s Bible Study as we follow the church-wide series through the Book of Acts. Groups meet Tuesday evenings and Wednesday mornings, beginning January 13th and 14th and concluding March 24th and 25th. The Wednesday morning Bible Study will have childcare available. We look forward to growing in the Word and in community with you!
Registration closes Dec 14th.
register here

To learn more about Women’s Ministry, click here.

Women's Retelling Retreat
2026-01-15 - 2026-01-18 | Fennville
The heart of a woman is wired to find connection with God and with others. We invite the women of Crossroads to a meaningful weekend of discovery—of knowing and being known—with other sisters in Christ on the journey.
For many women, getting away for an extended time is a tough, complicated ask, yet disconnecting from the grind and finding rest is truly needed for our souls. At a retelling retreat, you will find space to rest and reflect, enjoy one another, and gather with others to share about our journeys.
Women who have participated in a Retelling Retreat found that the weekend offered space for their hearts to come alive to the Lord as they engaged their stories with curiosity and compassion.
The goals for the weekend are:

Resting and reflecting on your journey and your Father
Sharing our stories in a comfortable, safe space
Exploring how the enemy uses our stories to impair us relationally and missionally
Learning how to embrace the truth of the gospel
Inviting us to develop healthy and vulnerable Kingdom relationships
Grasping God’s love for you through your relationship with Him and other sisters in Christ
Providing space for fun and connection with other sisters in Christ

Cost is $375 and includes all your lodging, travel, and food. If finances are a barrier, please reach out to Stephanie.
Please note that there is a mandatory pre-trip on December 30th at 7pm and a post-trip on January 29th at 7pm.
register here

House Church Info Meeting
2026-01-18 10:45 - 12:15 | Crossroads Upper Room, 800 Scribner Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
House Churches are launching this Winter/Spring, and we’d love to help you find your place in one of these newly forming communities of worship, community, and mission. If you’re interested in joining, come to our upcoming House Church Info Meeting to learn more, ask questions, and connect with others who are excited to step into this kind of practicing community.
If you have any questions, email Abby.
Interest Form

Outpost Winter Retreat
2026-01-23 - 2026-01-25 | Springhill, Evert, Michigan
Come be part of this year’s Winter Retreat at Spring Hill!
Join Outpost students for a weekend away filled with worship, friendship, and growing deeper in your faith, January 23-25.
Please email Molly with any questions.
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Adopt & Foster | Equip Moms' Retreat
2026-01-23 18:00 - 2026-01-24 16:00 | Crossroads Upper Room, 800 Scribner Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
Join us for worship, meals, laughter & and time to connect with current and prospective foster/adoptive/kinship moms.
Daniela 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.
Daniela 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.
Registration 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!
If finances are a barrier to attending, we have scholarships available! Please email Jamie Bartlett at jbartlett@crossroads-bible.org
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SCHEDULE
Friday, January 23rd
6:00pm – registration & dinner
6:45pm – worship & session 1
Saturday, January 24th
8:30am – breakfast
9:15am – worship & session 2
10:45am – break
11:00am – Q & A, table discussions
12:00pm – lunch
12:45pm – session 3
2:00pm – retreat concludes with outing to Fredrick Meijer Gardens (pass provided) or coffee shop (gift cards provided)

Weekend Baptisms
2026-02-01 08:45 - 12:15 | Crossroads Bible Church, 800 Scribner NW, Grand Rapids, 49504, United States
We will be having baptisms during our gatherings on January 31 and February 1. If you are interested in publicly celebrating your faith in Jesus, please read about how we celebrate baptisms here and fill out the online form below.
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Deeper Still: Retreat for Foster/Adoptive Parents
2026-02-13 18:00 - 2026-02-14 16:00 | Crossroads Upper Room, 800 Scribner Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
No matter where you find yourselves—thriving, exhausted, or somewhere in between—God is inviting your marriage to go deeper still.
Join 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!)
This 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.
Through 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.
Come as you are. Let God meet you there—and take you deeper still.
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SCHEDULE
Friday, Feb 13th
5:45pm – doors open
6:00pm – dinner + registration
6:45pm – worship
7:00-8:30pm session 1
Saturday, Feb 14th
8:30am – breakfast
9:00am – worship & session 2=
10:45am – break
11:00am – Q & A, table discussions
12:00pm – lunch
12:45pm – session 3
2:00pm – retreat concludes
2:00-4:00 – time together as a couple to reflect, free passes will be provided to favorite GR spots (optional)

Outpost (6th-12th) | Large Group
2026-02-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Crossroads Bible Church, 800 Scribner NW, Grand Rapids, 49504, United States
The Outpost is a place for middle and high school students to belong, grow, and be challenged in their faith. The name Outpost reflects our desire to raise and encourage the next generation to be outposts of Christ in their schools, neighborhoods, and everyday spaces. Our hope is to see students raised up as devoted, wholehearted followers of Christ, equipped to understand who they are in Him and the purpose He has for their lives.
Every other week, middle school and high school students come together as a united group to deepen their walk with Christ. We center our time around the Word of God, engaging in dynamic worship, heartfelt discussion, and meaningful activities that foster authentic relationships. These gatherings are a space where students can connect, grow, and be encouraged in their faith journey.
To learn more about The Outpost, please click here.

Ash Wednesday Gathering
2026-02-18 19:00 - 20:30 | Crossroads Gathering Space, 800 Scribner NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
Join us for an evening of prayer, worship, and reflection on Ash Wednesday as we begin the season of Lent together as a church family.

Marriage | Marriage With Purpose Retreat
2026-02-20 - 2026-02-22 | Gull Lake Ministries, 1800 Burlington Dr, Hickory Corners, MI, 49060, United States
Cultivate Your Connection, Expand God’s Impact
February 20-22, 2026
Marriage was God’s idea long before it was ours. From the very beginning, He chose to weave marriage into the fabric of creation as a vital part of His design—a partnership where He forms our character, establishes homes that flourish, and invites husbands and wives into His ongoing Kingdom work. Marriage isn’t just a relationship to enjoy—it’s a calling to live with ​a ​purpose ​i​n every season.
At this year’s Marriage Retreat, we’ll explore how to ​cultivate your connection and expand God’s impact:

Tim & Shayla Bassett will begin by reminding us that every marriage starts with the gospel. Because we are saved by Christ’s finished work, our marriage flows from His grace rather than our own effort. This grounding in God’s mercy and redemption becomes the starting point of every Kingdom-shaped marriage.
Mark & Stephanie TeSlaa will emphasize that marriage is not just the context for God’s mission—it’s one of His mission fields. For it is only when we nurture our marriage that we are equipped to shape our homes and the relationships in our lives. When unity, respect, and love grow, God’s character is revealed through us.
Derek & Ashlea Russ will focus on cultivating homes that reflect the heart of God. As we create spaces that are restful and shaped by God’s presence, our families are strengthened in love and grounded in truth. And through that groundedness, we offer life-giving hospitality to everyone who steps inside.
Rod & Libby VanSolkema will invite couples to live their marriage in a way that reaches outward. They remind us that marriage is meant to be a “city on a hill,” pointing others toward Christ. As we embody God’s love in everyday life, His goodness becomes visible to those around us.

Together, these teachings will invite couples to dream, pray, and imagine how they can have a marriage with purpose. You’ll find space to slow down, enjoy rest and laughter, and connect with other couples in meaningful ways.
Retreat is currently full. If you would like to join the waiting list, please email jballance@crossroads-bible.org.
Location: Gull Lake Ministries—a short drive from the Grand Rapids area. This ministry center has wonderful space for couples to unwind, connect with others, and have some fun. Their facilities include pickleball, recreation center, and bowling.
Accommodations: Each couple will have a private bedroom and bathroom within a communal setting. Most condos have 4-5 rooms with shared living space and full kitchen. Price includes snacks on Friday night, breakfast, lunch, and dinner for Saturday and breakfast on Sunday. We have a community dessert night on Saturday evening—a highlight for many in years past. We are looking for volunteers to provide a dessert or host a small group.
Price: The actual cost of the retreat is $575 per couple. If you’re able to pay the full amount, we deeply appreciate it. We also understand that this may not be feasible for everyone, so we’re offering reduced rates —any amount from $430 to $575—simply choose what fits your budget. Every contribution helps make this retreat affordable for the marriage ministry. Each registration requires a $200 non-refundable deposit, with the balance due by February 6, 2026.
Scholarships are available for those in financial hardship, please reach out to Stephanie.
Schedule: You are welcome join us as early as 4pm on Friday but we ask that all couples arrive promptly by 6:30pm. Friday night will have a session and a time to connect with other couples. We will conclude the weekend by 12pm on Sunday.
Retreat Leaders: Our retreat in 2026 will feature four couples from our Crossroads family who will be teaching along with a couple who is leading worship. Each of these couples have been involved in ministry for many years and have a heart to see marriages fully realize all that God created marriage to be.
TIM AND SHAYLA BASSETT
Tim and Shayla have been married for almost thirteen years. Though the early years brought their share of challenges, the Lord’s severe and loving mercy completely redeemed their marriage, shaping “new selves” through His continued refinement. Through surrender, they discovered the deep joy, unity, and freedom that come from building a marriage on His foundation. Because of their story, they have a heart for helping marriages flourish. Tim serves in Student Ministries on staff at Crossroads, and Shayla is the Community Life Coordinator for Women’s and Marriage Ministries. They love serving alongside each other and consider it a profound blessing to walk in God’s call together. In their free time, they enjoy being competitive—pickleball, board games, and more—and cherishing life with their amazing kids, 11, 8, and 6.
DEREK AND ASHLEA RUSS
Derek and Ashlea married in 2009 at the ripe ages of 20 and 21, young enough to think they knew what they were doing and old enough to pretend they had a plan. They stepped into marriage with the joy and optimism of best friends ready to do life side by side. The years ahead brought both beauty and hardship, including their first pregnancy that began their lifelong journey of raising a special-needs son, along with the gift of two beautiful daughters who keep their house loud, lively, and well-stocked with snacks. Through every curveball, the Lord has been unfailingly faithful. Their marriage is filled with fun and laughter, arguments and forgiveness, so much joy, and plenty of adventure. Derek currently serves on the elder board and recently shifted into a Director of Operations role at a company that provides financial services, while Ashlea is stepping into a new position sharing stories of where God’s Kingdom has been breaking through in the lives of His people. Together, they continue to trust God with their story, messy parts, miracles, and all.
MARK AND STEPHANIE TESLAA
Mark and Stephanie entered marriage as best friends, but the pursuit of the American dream slowly pulled them apart. When they surrendered their story to God, He rebuilt their marriage on a stronger and more life-giving foundation. Stephanie has served in marriage ministry at Crossroads for over eleven years, and Mark shifted from 26 years of teaching high school math to owning a painting business. They have four adult children whose families continue to grow—and a granddaughter who has captured their hearts.
NATHAN AND JANA ENGLISH, our worship leaders
Coming from worlds as different as the Pacific Northwest and Bangladesh, Nathan and Jana could never have predicted how the Lord might intersect their lives. Yet in the fall of 2005, at a small Bible college in Michigan, they met and fell in love. They married in the summer of 2007 and have carried a deep passion for marriage ministry ever since, witnessing firsthand the joy, growth, and sanctifying work God has woven through their own relationship. Now 18 years into marriage, Nathan and Jana love pointing to the refining gift that marriage can be, often sharing how God has faithfully carried their family through several seasons of profound trial and testing. Jana embraces her calling as a stay-at-home mom, while Nathan serves as the Associate Pastor at Crossroads Bible Church. They make their home in Grand Rapids, MI, with their five children: Ben (16), Norah (14), Olive (11), Ari (8), and Psalm (4).
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