CROSSBRIDGECHRISTIANCHURCH INFORMATION FOR ALL PRAYER: If you have a prayer need, please fill in the Connection Card and drop it in the offering bag, or give it to one of the Pastors. SUNDAY SCHOOL: We offer for your children from Pre-School to 3rd grade. Check-in is located in the lobby. Once you sign your child in, they will be given a nametag with a number, and you will be given the same. Your child goes with you into the sanctuary and after our service opening the kids will be released to go downstairs. You will need your copy of the tag to pick up your children. CHILDCARE: We provide care for your precious little ones during our worship services. Children are cared for in our Nursery Room (infants & crawlers), Toddler Room (walking), and Pre- School Room (age 3 Pre-Kindergarten). Be sure to sign your child(ren) in at the Check-in Desk located in the lobby and then take your child downstairs your child's safety and security are a top priority for us. KEEPING YOUR LITTLE ONES WITH YOU: If you desire to keep your children with you during worship, that s great. We have a changing area in the hallway past the restroom doors. If you need a quiet place to care for your child, please use the Pastor s Office. OVERFLOW: We offer a live feed of the entire worship experience in Coffee Crossing. HEAR TODAY S MESSAGE AGAIN: If you d like a copy of today s message, stop by the Tech Booth, in the back of the worship area, to request a copy. In most cases, it will be available the following Sunday. Videos of Sunday messages are also available for viewing on our website, and the sermons can be downloaded as MP3 s from there as well. STAY UP TO DATE: Like us on Facebook (CrossBridge Christian Church, Lincoln, NE) for current information or any changes. RESERVING ROOMS: If you would like to use a portion or all of the building for an event, submit a request through our website. If you have questions about the process, contact a staff member. If you re interested in having a wedding at CrossBridge, email weddings@crossbridgelincoln.org. THE CROSS WALL: You may have noticed that we have a number of crosses on the front wall. We re creating a Cross Wall. If you want to add a cross, just drop it by the church and we will hang it. BAPTISM: If you are interested in being baptized, contact Pastor John or Pastor Joey. OFFICE HOURS: 9:30 AM - 12:00 Noon, Monday thru Thursday. Our staff cannot always be in the office, so please call ahead if you plan on stopping by. MINISTRY CONNECTIONS: Lead Pastor: Dr. John O Keefe 916.367.8036 john@crossbridgelincoln.org Worship Pastor: Joey Colson 402.770.1967 joey@crossbridgelincoln.org Youth Ministry: Jason Jones 402.470.1617 jasonjones7@gmail.com Carie Jones 402.432.7416 cariejones5@gmail.com Sunday Children s ( ) Ministry: Brigette Engel 402.440.2304 brigette@crossbridgelincoln.org Social Events Coordinators: Stephanie Mahony Jessica Hilderbrand fellowship@crossbridgelincoln.org WELCOME: Invest Invite July 10, 2016 10:00 AM Worship If you have never been to church, and are looking for a place where you can explore Christianity in a safe, welcoming, loving place, you are welcome at CrossBridge. If you are looking for a place where the broken, the hurt, the disenfranchised, the marginalized, hear a message of grace, love, hope, forgiveness, and compassion, you are welcome at CrossBridge. At CrossBridge we strongly desire to follow the example of Jesus, and meet you where you are. We want to help you find a place where you can explore, question, and find what following Jesus looks like in your life, as we journey together through life s ups and downs. If you are a current follower, if you are curious, or if you have doubts, there is a place for you at CrossBridge; you will feel truly wanted. WWW.CROSSBRIDGELINCOLN.ORG 2800 Crossbridge Pl Lincoln NE 68504-3907 402.438.6443
WHAT DOES INVEST INVITE MEAN? CrossBridge s Mission: Invest: Wisely invest our resources in: Growing spiritually; Developing healthy relationships; Meeting the needs of others; So we may embody Jesus teaching and Invite others to participate. CrossBridge s Vision: A journey of intimacy with God, harmony with each other, and influence in our culture. CrossBridge s Purpose: CrossBridge exists because Jesus chose the church as His method of setting things right in the world. HAPPENINGS THIS WEEK [JULY 10-JULY 16]: [See enclosed calendar for details; held at CBCC unless otherwise noted] Worship: Sunday, 10:00AM, Current series is Luke The Pursuit of Jesus : Sunday, 10:00AM, Kindergarten - 5th Grade. ] NO Youth Group Sunday Adult Soma Bible Study: Tuesday, 10:00 11:00AM, Studying the books of 1st & 2nd Samuel. Pastor Joey is leading our study of 1st & 2nd Samuel. Join us if you can! Men s Soma Gathering: Wednesday, 7:00 8:30PM. It s a fun time to grow in and strengthen your faith as well as hang out with some great guys. Currently studying the book of Revelation. HELPING IN THE COMMUNITY: We believe in being missionaries to our zip code. This means we get connected with organizations in our area and support what they do not just with funds, but with our time and talents. We are out and about helping those in need. Matt Talbot Ministry: Every 3rd Tuesday we serve dinner at Matt Talbot. Food prep: 3:30-5:30PM Serving our Guests: 5:30-6:30PM Clean up: 6:30-7:15PM. Contact: Phil Berlie 402.405.9361 Husker Ministry Seatbacks and Concessions: Husker Home Football Games You can do Seatbacks (get to watch the game) OR Concessions. Kids must be at least 14 yrs. of age. Funds earned go toward our mission activities. Contact: Vern Schulte 402.202.0752 Take A Book Ministry: To help foster a love for reading in children who often do not have books in their homes, we are partnering with Belmont Community Center, to offer books to kids Preschool 5th Grade. Donations of new or gently used books are needed. Drop your donations in the Take A Book Donation Box located in the Coat Area just off the Lobby. Contact: Kay Funk 02.540.5878 or kayfunk@earthlink.net Disaster Response Ministry: Throughout the year as local, regional, or national disasters happen, we try to respond and help those affected. HELPING IN THE WORLD: Over the past years, members of CrossBridge have had the opportunity to go to Uganda, Africa, to build relationships and develop a love for those we serve. Because of this, we help support missionary Lindsey Mueller, a CBCC member, in her ministry to those living in Uganda. If you re interested in knowing more, please contact Steve Burns at steveburns.neb@gmail.com or 402.310.2403. HAPPENINGS OVER THE NEXT FEW WEEKS: [See enclosed calendar for details; held at CBCC unless otherwise noted] Matt Talbot Ministry: NEXT Tuesday, July 19th, Food prep: 3:30-5:30PM Serving our Guests: 5:30-6:30PM Clean up: 6:30-7:15PM. Contact: Phil Berlie 402.405.9361 Game Night @ Church: NEXT Wednesday, July 20th, 6:30-8:30PM See Bulletin Insert for Details. Volunteer Sign-Up Sheet at Information Desk in Lobby. Contact Stephanie (308.760.0934) or Jessica (402.570.2822) for questions or more information. GUESTS: If you are a guest with us today, we welcome you. We re truly glad you decided to visit. Please take a few moments to fill in our Guest/Connection/Prayer Card found in the bulletin. When the offering bag comes around, just drop it in.
Wednesday, July 20th 6:30 8:30pm at the church Lots of fun activities for all ages planned including: Bingo, video game tournament, board games, limbo, etc! Bring a snack or finger food to share! Volunteers Needed: Wednesday, July 20th 6:30 8:30pm at the church Lots of fun activities for all ages planned including: Bingo, video game tournament, board games, limbo, etc! Bring a snack or finger food to share! Volunteers Needed: Video game coordinators (Bring Console and coordinate tournament) Video game coordinators (Bring Console and coordinate tournament) Preschool game coordinators Preschool game coordinators Board game coordinators Board game coordinators Taking donations for prizes! Taking donations for prizes! If You d Like to Help, Contact If You d Like to Help, Contact Jessica at 402-570-2822 or Stephanie at 308-760-0934 Or Sign up in the foyer! Jessica at 402-570-2822 or Stephanie at 308-760-0934 Or Sign up in the foyer!
Giving to CrossBridge just got a great deal easier. We know life can be a bit crazy and sometimes giving our offering to CrossBridge falls between the cracks of a hectic life. We know, because we re all in that same situation. You need to know that while you ll be able to use a credit card to give, we strongly recommend you don t. There s no need to go into debt by using your credit card to support CrossBridge. Ways to give to CrossBridge: Give Via The Web: Simply head over to crossbridgelincoln.org and click our donation link on the top right of our home page. It will lead you to a secure donation page. Give By Text: You can text a donation to 402.370.5698. Simply text an amount, $XXX [Make sure you have the $ sign and replace the XXX with an amount for example $250]. If you are a first time giver via text, you will be prompted to register securely with eservicetext.com. When you do, eservicetext will handle the rest. You will also receive a conformation text letting you know your offering was received. Give By Auto Pay: Set up, via your bank, an auto payment in the Bill Pay feature of your bank, If you wish, you can set your offering to automatically be sent to CrossBridge. Give by Shopping on Amazon: You can also support CrossBridge simply by shopping on Amazon. All you need to do is go to smile.amazon.com instead of the regular Amazon website. Sign on to your Amazon account and select CrossBridge, Lincoln NE as the Charity of your choice. The Smile website has all the same products & pricing as the main Amazon site. CrossBridge will receive a percentage of your spending if you use smile.amazon.com. Giving By Swipe Coming Soon Giving to CrossBridge just got a great deal easier. We know life can be a bit crazy and sometimes giving our offering to CrossBridge falls between the cracks of a hectic life. We know, because we re all in that same situation. You need to know that while you ll be able to use a credit card to give, we strongly recommend you don t. There s no need to go into debt by using your credit card to support CrossBridge. Ways to give to CrossBridge: Give Via The Web: Simply head over to crossbridgelincoln.org and click our donation link on the top right of our home page. It will lead you to a secure donation page. Give By Text: You can text a donation to 402.370.5698. Simply text an amount, $XXX [Make sure you have the $ sign and replace the XXX with an amount for example $250]. If you are a first time giver via text, you will be prompted to register securely with eservicetext.com. When you do, eservicetext will handle the rest. You will also receive a conformation text letting you know your offering was received. Give By Auto Pay: Set up, via your bank, an auto payment in the Bill Pay feature of your bank, If you wish, you can set your offering to automatically be sent to CrossBridge. Give by Shopping on Amazon: You can also support CrossBridge simply by shopping on Amazon. All you need to do is go to smile.amazon.com instead of the regular Amazon website. Sign on to your Amazon account and select CrossBridge, Lincoln NE as the Charity of your choice. The Smile website has all the same products & pricing as the main Amazon site. CrossBridge will receive a percentage of your spending if you use smile.amazon.com. Giving By Swipe Coming Soon
SOMA GATHERINGS: Soma is Greek for Body. These gatherings are people who see themselves as the Body of Christ in our community. We want to help, we want to be involved. Below is a list of people, and other gatherings you can connect with. Want to join or start a Soma Gathering? Contact Pastor John for more information. SOMA GATHERINGS: Soma is Greek for Body. These gatherings are people who see themselves as the Body of Christ in our community. We want to help, we want to be involved. Below is a list of people, and other gatherings you can connect with. Want to join or start a Soma Gathering? Contact Pastor John for more information. Here are the Soma Gatherings currently active: Adult Soma Bible Study: Tuesdays, 10:00-11:00AM, at CBCC, Studying Hebrews. Contact: Church Office 402.438.6443 Here are the Soma Gatherings currently active: Adult Soma Bible Study: Tuesdays, 10:00-11:00AM, at CBCC, Studying Hebrews. Contact: Church Office 402.438.6443 Dinner & Wine Soma Gathering: 1st Fridays, Contact Shelley Kohout for location and details 402.630.9395 Dinner & Wine Soma Gathering: 1st Fridays, Contact Shelley Kohout for location and details 402.630.9395 Men s Soma Gathering: Wednesdays, 7:00PM - 8:30PM, at CBCC. Contact: Pastor John 916.367.8036 Men s Soma Gathering: Wednesdays, 7:00PM - 8:30PM, at CBCC. Contact: Pastor John 916.367.8036 Women s Soma Gathering: 1st and 3rd Wednesdays, Contact Jackie Walford for location and details 402.540.7094 Women s Soma Gathering: 1st and 3rd Wednesdays, Contact Jackie Walford for location and details 402.540.7094 Youth Soma Gatherings: Sundays, 6:00PM - 7:30PM. Middle School & High School, at CBCC. Contact: Jason Jones 402.470.1617 or Carie Jones 402.432.7416 What is a Soma Gathering? A Soma Gathering is a gathering of 8 to 12 people -more or less- that exists to serve a particular neighborhood in Lincoln, or a network of relationships, in order to be disciples who make disciples. Think of the Soma Gathering as an smaller version of CrossBridge reaching out to help, and to share the truth of Christ with others. Youth Soma Gatherings: Sundays, 6:00PM - 7:30PM. Middle School & High School, at CBCC. Contact: Jason Jones 402.470.1617 or Carie Jones 402.432.7416 What is a Soma Gathering? A Soma Gathering is a gathering of 8 to 12 people -more or less- that exists to serve a particular neighborhood in Lincoln, or a network of relationships, in order to be disciples who make disciples. Think of the Soma Gathering as an smaller version of CrossBridge reaching out to help, and to share the truth of Christ with others.
JULY 2016 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED 1 2 10:00 AM WORSHIP: WOMEN OF STEEL NO Youth Group INDEPENDENCE DAY OFFICE CLOSED 7:00 PM Women s Group (Offsite) 6 CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED 3 4 5 8 7 CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED 9 10:00 AM WORSHIP: : Luke 10 11 14 15 16 12 3:30 PM MATT TALBOT 7: 00 PM PRAISE TEAM 13 6:30 PM GAME NIGHT 17 18 19 20 21 CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED 22 23 24 the Pursuit of Jesus 25 CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED 26 27 28 29 30 31 ALL EVENTS ARE AT CROSSBRIDGE CHRISTIAN CHURCH UNLESS NOTED crossbridgelincoln.com
AUGUST 2016 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED 1 2 3 4 5 6 CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED 7 the Pursuit of Jesus 14 8 9 10 11 12 13 3;30 MATT TALBOT 16 CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED 15 17 18 19 20 CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 crossbridgelincoln.com 31 ALL EVENTS ARE AT CROSSBRIDGE CHRISTIAN CHURCH UNLESS NOTED