DID YOU KNOW? Cross Word Christian Church is on the radio!! Tune in and tell a friend that they can listen to Bishop Sykes’ sermons on KPRO, AM 1570 every Sunday afternoon from 12:30 pm until 1pm

The Cross Word Church Nursery for ages 0-23 months is now open during church service.

Word to the Wise (Spoken Word/Poetry) Ministry

Join us every Friday @ 7 pm to delight in an evening of poetry and spoken word that glorifies our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! Email: wordtothewise@crosswordchurch.org

~ Apply To Be A Cross Word Ministry Volunteer ~

(Christian Education/Youth Ministry, Nursery, Parking Lot, Armor Bearer, etc.)

Thank you for your interest in serving the body of believers at Cross Word Christian Church. Your commitment is highly valued by God, our Father and the leadership team at this church.

Individuals interested in serving as a volunteer, please read the following guidelines concerning our application process. Volunteers serving within ministries of Cross Word Christian Church must:

• Be a faithful member, in good standing, for at least 6 months.
• During the 6 months, complete the Discovery Classes: 1) Membership; and, 2) Spiritual Maturity. Certificates will be issued upon completion of classes.

Complete application (Click Here To Download), print and sign. Print, read and sign the background check consent form. Once both forms are complete, return them to the Church office, Monday – Friday from 9am – 4:30pm.

Please Download Both Forms!

CITY WIDE FOOD BANK (Food Distribution)

Volunteers are needed every Thursday from 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. If interested, be sure to arrive no later than 10 a.m. Distribution ends at 1 p.m. (or until all food is passed out). Location: 14093 Business Center Drive, Moreno Valley (across from the Animal Shelter.)

Christian Ed hosts “Learning What Is Purity”

During Wednesday night Bible studies throughout the month of February. All students in Middle School are invited to attend. Study will be held in the Inside Venue @ 7:30 p.m.

Medical Response Team hosts a Layman’s CPR Class - Saturday, Feb. 11th from 9 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

$15 payable at time of class. 2 year certification card will be provided upon completion. All Christian Education volunteers not already certified are asked to attend.

Vacation Bible School ‘Kick Off’ Meeting Sunday February 26th

@ 12:15 p.m. in classroom 4. If you are interested in being a part of this year’s VBS, we need you at this meeting!

Cross Word FUSION - Saturdays at 5p.m.
Our New Saturday service with a Latino Influence

One Church, many colors~Una Iglesia, multietnica! The wait is over; don't miss the very first Fusion Worship Service.

Tell A Friend!!!

9th Annual High School Retreat Stepping Out of The Box

(Unmasking Your True Identity)

When Friday April 20, 2012 at 1:00 PM PDT -to- Sunday April 22, 2012 at 1:00 PM PDT

Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and of the Holy Spirit.

Matthew 28:19

Come join us for a time of Fellowship, Fun and time with the Father.

Concert - Life Changing Workshops - Activities - Fellowship with your peers all while enjoying mountain fresh air and the great outdoors!

Stop by the EZ Up after any service to obtain your registration packet.

$30 (non-refundable) Deposit holds your space.

Click Here And Register Online Today!

WoW Hosts the Annual Winter Retreat Feb. 10-12, 2012

Theme: "Ascension: Reaching the High Place"

At the Palomar Christian Conference Center. Please direct inquiries to: wow@crosswordchurch.org

Download Welcome Letter

Download Informational Flyer

Cross Word “Lifeline” Counseling Ministry: 951-697-6792

Leave a message and a Lifeline counselor will return your call*. All appointments are scheduled according to availability. *To respect the caller’s privacy, a message will not be left. We will attempt to return a call at least 3 times.

Christian Ed. Class Schedule - All Stars for Jesus

Nursery 0-23 mos. .......................    8:00, 9:30 & 11:30am
*2 yrs. ...........................................   9:30 am ONLY
3-4 yrs. ........................................    9:30am & 11:30am
5-6 yrs. ........................................    9:30am &11:30am
7-8 yrs. ........................................    9:30am & 11:30 am
4th – 6th ........................................    9:30am & 11:30 am
Jr. High .......................................    9:30am ONLY
High School.................................    9:30am ONLY

* No classes for the 2 year olds on Wednesday evenings due to a shortage of volunteers. All other Wednesday classes begin at 7:30pm..

Events & Community .

• Fri.-Sun., 2/10-2/12: Women of the Word Annual Retreat Thursday 2/16: Youth Ministry presents “Family Skate Night” from 6:30-8:30 pm. Tickets available at the EZ-ups at $8.50 each
• Thursday, 2/16: Youth Ministry presents “Family Skate Night” from 6:30-8:30 pm. Tickets available at the EZ-ups at $8.50 each
• Saturday 2/18:Voices of the Word perform at Disney’s, “Celebrate Gospel” from 11 am-6 pm at California Adventure  
•  Sunday, 2/19: Relay for Life team info meeting @ 1:30 p.m.  
•  Sunday, 2/26: VBS kick off meeting in classroom 4 @ 12:15

Discovering Church Membership Class Sundays @ 8 a.m.

• 02/05, Session 3: Our Strategy, Who we are trying to reach
• 02/12, Session 4: Our Structure, What it means to be a member
• 02/19, Session 1: Our Salvation, Why we believe what we believe
• 02/26: Session 2: Our Statements, Why we exist as a church

Discovering Spiritual Maturity Class Sundays @ 8 a.m.

• 02/05, Session 2: How to get a “Grasp” on your Bible
• 02/12, Session 3: The Habit of a Daily Time With God

Did you know … Bishop Lacy is on: Facebook (search Bishop Lacy), Twitter @LacySykesJr and streamingfaith.com!

Cross Word Christian Church is a participant in Food 4 Less or Ralph's Community Partners Program. Proceeds from this partnership have been designated for the Children and Youth Ministries. Here’s how you can participate.

Each time you shop at any Ralph's or Food 4 Less Grocery store and use your Rewards Card that is linked to the church partnership account, a percentage of the sale is placed in the church account. At the end of each quarter, Cross Word will receive a check directly from Ralph's and Food 4 Less. The Community Contribution Program was designed to make our fundraising easy simply by using your Ralph's or Food 4 Less rewards Card. If you don’t have a Rewards Card, visit your local Ralph's or Food 4 Less or apply on-line. Make each and every purchase count. Link your Rewards Card to the Cross Word Christian Church NPO #91429.

Cross Word Members….. if you have information on sick & shut in members, please send information to the Connected Ministry at connectedministry@crosswordchurch.org.

RTA bus tickets are available through the church office.  These tickets are per trip tickets, may only be used in Riverside County and are non-transferable. For more information, contact the church office at 951-697-8803 Monday – Friday, 9a – 5p. Send email to info@crosswordchurch.org

Cross Word “Lifeline” Counseling Ministry 951-697-6792

Leave a message and a Lifeline counselor will return your call. All appointments are scheduled according to availability. Due to confidentiality purposes, a message cannot be left; we will attempt to return a call at least 3 times.

Copies of Bishop ’s sermons are available! - Get your copy of Today’s Sermon in the Courtyard after church service. Please see or email Our CD Ministry at cdministry@crosswordchurch.org or call the Church office with any questions or further details.

Have Announcements?

Please submit all announcement notifications Wednesday BEFORE Worship Services by fax to (951) 413-1406 or by email to announcements@crosswordchurch.org

Cross Word Counseling Hotline:  951-697-6792

(Messages can be left for the Cross Word Professional Counseling Team)