What’s happening at Crossroads this week?

WEEKLY SNAPSHOT
May 21, 2026

CONNECT

This Week at Crossroads….THURSDAY, May 21

  • Book Club–6:00pm at Vickie’s house

SUNDAY, May 24

  •  Pentecost Sunday Service–9:15am at the Church Building
  • Potluck following service.  Bring a dish to share!
  • Last day of Kid’s Church for the Summer

WEDNESDAY, May 27

  • Women of Grace Quilting Group–10:00am-1:00pm at The Station Coffee Co in Florence

FOR PASTORAL CARE NEEDS OR EMERGENCIES:

  • Contact Pastor Ryan at:
    • 206-356-7976
    • ryan@iamcrossroads.org

SUNDAY, May 17 RECAP

  • Attendance for May 17:  34
  • Giving for week of 5/10:  $2,607.14

SAVE THE DATE:

  • Prayer Service–Friday, May 29
  • Connection Night at San Tan Flats–Wednesday, June 3
  • Prayer Team Meeting–June 5
  • Grand Canyon Synod Assembly–June 12-13
  • Faith and Family Night–Friday, August 21

As many of you are aware, in March we had a surprise visit from the Fire Chief for an inspection.  As a result of the inspection, we had to make about $10,000 in unexpected electrical upgrades.  Luckily, we did have money in a reserve fund, however, due to this unexpected expense, we have depleted most of this fund.  If God is calling you to donate to this project and help re-build the reserve, please place a check in the Treasure Box with “electrical” in the memo line or donate online.  Thank you!Donate Now!MEET GODJOIN US ON YOUTUBE LIVE FOR SUNDAY SERVICEJoin us through June 21 as our sermon series focuses on the Book of James-“Living Faith When Life Gets Tough”.  The Book of James (Jacob), Jesus’ half brother and pillar of the Jerusalem church under persecution combines Jesus’ teaching from the Sermon on the Mount with the Proverbs to give the early church needed instruction on how to have a Living Faith during trials.  Following Baptism, we will be celebrating with a potluck!  Sign up sheet will be at the church.  Also, it’s Pentecost Sunday, wear RED, symbolizing the fire of the Holy Spirit, the church’s unity and the transformative power of faith!Join us for an evening of prayer and song as we bring together a handful of local churches to pray for our neighbors.  What an extraordinary opportunity to gather in the unity of the Spirit with one common mission–to see the Gospel of Jesus flourish in San Tan Valley.PRAYER CONCERNS:
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*Ray who is battling cancer
*The husband and seven children of Marie Lewis
*For Elton
*Healing for the following:  Kayden, Lynette, Sharon, Vickie,  Nicole, Evie, Barbara, Bob and Andy

PRAYER JOYS
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* The generous hearts of our congregation
* All those celebrating May birthdays, anniversaries and baptisms

CONTINUED PRAYERS:
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* Pray for world peace and wisdom for our leaders
*For those who feel undervalued at work

MEET FRIENDSWe are taking Connection Night on the road!  We will be meeting at San Tan Flat starting at 4:00 for a “Pay-Your-Way Dinner” and fellowship!  Hope to see you there!  Invite your friends and neighbors!Join us for Book Club and Fellowship on Thursday, May 21.  Our next book selection is:  Ten Women of The Bible:  One by One They Changed the World by Max Lucado.  We will be  discussing the second woman in the book, Rahab.  We will be meeting at 6:00pm at Vickie’s house.  For more details, contact Rondi or Jenifer.Save the Date!  We need to pre-purchase tickets for this event.  If you are interested in attending, please let Rondi know!  Right now we are just gauging interest!MAKE LIFE BETTERSTATION COFFEE CO. HAPPENINGSCopyright © 2023 Crossroads Church, All rights reserved.
Our Address Is:
2769 E. Combs Road Building D I San Tan Valley I AZ I 85140

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I was born on 6 August 1956 in San Francisco, California to Janet and (the late) Richard Hovis. I grew up in Santa Monica, California where I attended elementary, junior high school, and high school (graduating in 1974), in addition to involvement in sports and recreation (Little League +, the Boy’s Club ++). Further, it was in elementary school – St. Augustine’s By-the -Sea Parish School that I found, and made the choice to truly journey with God. I attended Arizona State University from 1974 to 1977 – seeking to become an architect, however, I was not accepted, and, as such, I graduated with a Liberal Arts degree. Upon graduation from Arizona State University, I attended Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and studied City and Regional Planning at the Master’s level. I successfully completed one (1) year in a two (2) year program – I did not complete the Master’s degree in City and Regional Planning – due to personal reasons. I returned to Santa Monica where I started (October 1979) my career as graphic designer with Exxon Company, USA. I spent five years with Exxon Company, USA. While working with Exxon Company, USA I was accepted into architectural school – Sci-Arc in Southern California, however, I did not attend preferring to stay with Exxon.. In 1982 I married Laura Flosi and in April 1983 we had our one and only child – Lauren Alain Hovis – a gift from God. We moved to Phoenix, Arizona in 1984 from Los Angeles, where I went to work as a graphic designer with Kitchell CEM (from 1985 -1987). From 1987 – 1995 I was an independent contractor, and a registered representative in mortgage finance, financial management, graphic design, and drafting. Further, I attended the University of Phoenix and successfully obtained a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) in 1982. I was also a member of the Scottsdale Jaycees, where I became very involved in community events and projects. In 1994, I accepted a cartography position with the Defense Mapping Agency in Reston, Virginia. As such, I relocated from Phoenix to Reston. In 1998, I was accepted and worked as a Visual Information Officer with the Central Intelligence Agency. In 2002, I worked as a Support Officer until my retirement (due to a need for shoulder surgery) in September 2018. Away from my Federal Government service, I have been involved in various organizations and activities in Northern Virginia. In November of 2011, I married Rebecca Ouellette in Santa Monica, California. I reside in San Tan Valley, AZ with my two hamster - Jess and Timothy, our fish, our lizard - RJ Lizard., and our cats - Pearl and Grey. As to hobbies, I enjoy playing sports, attending sporting events, mentoring individuals from financial management to hamsters, building models, photography, travel, multimedia design, managing partner for RJ Hamster, and jazz – smooth jazz to a samba or a bossa nova. Love and God Bless, Peter – aka RJ Hamster Jo hi

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