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Thank you, Crossroads!
 Thank you to everyone who joined us for this year's All-Church Picnic! It was a wonderful evening as our entire church family gathered for great food, fellowship, laughter, and fun.  A special thank you to everyone who brought a dish to share and to the many volunteers who gave their time and talents to make the evening so enjoyable. Your generosity and willingness to serve helped make this a memorable event for everyone!  Be sure to mark your calendars now for next year's All-Church Picnic on Sunday, August 1, 2027. We can't wait to do it again! 
  
Sunday morning messages
Make the most of your Sunday morning by using the Crossroads app to access the week's message notes. Simply tap the Sunday tab at the bottom of the app to follow along, add your own notes, and email or share them with others. Missed a Sunday? You can also browse previous messages, view their corresponding notes, and watch past sermons, all from within the app.   Prefer to watch on your computer? Visit crossroadsefc.com to explore our library of previous message series anytime.  
  
Announcements
· This is it—it's Move-Up Sunday!  This morning, children and students are moving up to their new grade or age-level class for the upcoming ministry year.  If your child is entering Kindergarten through 12th grade, they've already been automatically promoted in our check-in system and will be directed to their new class or student ministry group.  If you have a child in our Infant through Preschool ministries, please check with a Kiosk Team member to verify your child's classroom location before checking them in, just to make sure they're in the correct room.  Miss Kristi and Miss Sarah will be available this morning to answer questions and help make the transition as smooth as possible.  Thanks for helping us kick off a great new ministry year! 
  
· From Awakening to Action: Crossroads Men's Weekend – Men of all ages are invited to join us for an inspiring weekend of worship, fellowship, great food, and encouragement as we kick off the Crossroads Men's Fall Ministry. Building on the momentum of John Gerard's study on The Great Awakening, this special weekend will challenge us to move from spiritual awakening to living out our faith each day. Our guest speaker, Dr. David Gibbs Jr., will share inspiring messages on Friday at 6:30 PM and on Saturday at 6:30 PM. Saturday's activities begin at 3:30 PM with a cornhole tournament (optional), followed by a delicious Nelson's catered dinner and plenty of time for fellowship. The weekend will be hosted at Greg and Melody Payne's home in Plymouth, making it easy to attend and enjoy a relaxed outdoor setting. (In the event of rain, all activities will be held at Crossroads.) Invite your friends, neighbors, sons, and teenagers for a memorable weekend of faith, fun, and encouragement. The event is free, and registration is available through the Crossroads Church app or online at crossroadsefc.com.  
  
· Around the Table with Pastor Scott & Kelly.  The second Sunday of each month, Pastor Scott and Kelly open their home to slow down, share life, and enjoy meaningful conversations with the Crossroads family. Join them at their home on Sunday, August 9th, from 6:00–7:30 pm, for dessert, coffee, and connection. Space is limited to 8 participants.  See your church app for more details and register to attend!  
  
· Seasoned Saints Ice-Cream Social - Adults 55 and older are invited to join us for an evening of food, fellowship, and encouragement on Saturday, August 22, from 5:00–7:00 p.m. at Crossroads. Enjoy making your own deli sandwich, followed by an ice cream sundae with your favorite toppings. Pastor Scott will share a short message, and there will be an opportunity for those who wish to share a testimony to encourage one another. Please sign up to attend and bring either sandwich fixings or ice cream toppings to share. We hope you'll join us for this special evening of fellowship! 
  
· Fuse Cannonball Kickoff -  5th and 6th graders join us for a cookout and pool party on August 23rd from 6:00 - 8:00 pm at Kristi Nate's home at 11380 Forest Drive in Plymouth.  We will dive into the ministry year with games, food, swimming, and of course, cannonballs!  Wear your swimsuit, bring a towel and invite a 5th or 6th-grade friend to join you!  No RSVP is needed. Questions? Contact Kristi at childrensministry@crossroadsefc.com.    
  
· Women's Fall Bible Study –  Join us this fall for an 8-week, verse-by-verse study through the book of Titus. Together, we'll discover the beauty of the gospel and how it transforms our everyday lives, our relationships, and our faith community. The study meets on Tuesdays, September 15th–November 10th, with morning (9:30–11:30 AM) and evening (6:30–8:30 PM) sessions available. Participants will need to purchase their own study book.  Get more details and register through the church app or at crossroadsefc.com. Questions? Contact Kendall Baldwin at (574) 933-1301 or kendallcarnes2000@gmail.com.  

Mark your calendars for these upcoming August events!

* August 7th = Open House for Pastor Micah and Miss Sarah
* August 9th = Around the Table with Pastor Scott and Kelly
* August 9th = Move Up Sunday for all Crossroads Kids through 12th grade
* August 22nd = Seasoned Saints Ice Cream Social Event
* August 23rd = FUSE Cannonball Kick-Off
* August 28th—29th =  From Awakening to Action: Crossroads Men’s Weekend