The Cactus & The Cross Blog

Are you seeking a practical way to serve with compassion? Participate in our Shower Ministry this Friday, November 21, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at St. John’s Courtyard. This ministry goes beyond providing hot showers—it focuses on restoring dignity, spreading kindness, and demonstrating God’s love to our unhoused neighbors. We offer hygiene supplies, clean towels, and, most importantly, a warm, welcoming community. 👐 How You Can Make a Difference: Your assistance is vital,

Thanksgiving is just around the corner, signaling one of the busiest and most meaningful times of the year for our Food Pantry! This season, we aim to support 125 families with Thanksgiving meals and a grocery gift card, allowing them to come together and enjoy a special meal. We encourage you to join this effort by donating $15 or $20 gift cards to local grocery stores. Your generosity will enable families to purchase the essentials they need to celebrate Thanksgiving with

Our ushers play an essential role in helping every service run smoothly and making everyone who walks through our doors feel welcome. To stay connected and prepared for the busy season ahead, we’re inviting all ushers  to attend an important meeting on Saturday, November 15, at 9:00 am . During this meeting, we’ll review upcoming events, share important updates, and discuss ways to continue serving our congregation with excellence and care . It’s also a great opportunity to c

Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and you know what that means for our Food Pantry—it’s one of our busiest and most meaningful times of the year! This season, we’re hoping to bless 125 families  with Thanksgiving food and a grocery gift card, so they can gather around the table and enjoy a special meal together. We invite you to be part of this effort by donating $15 or $20 gift cards  to local grocery stores. Your generosity will help families purchase the items they

As we anticipate the upcoming year, we are encouraged to contemplate how God invites us to utilize our time, talent, and treasure for His kingdom's work. Pledge Weekend is scheduled for November 8–9 , providing a unique chance for each of us to thoughtfully reflect on our dedication to the ministry and mission of our church in 2026 . Pray. Listen. Respond. We encourage each member to dedicate time in the upcoming weeks to pray and seek God's guidance on how you can contri

Looking for a hands-on opportunity to serve with compassion? Join our bi-weekly Shower Ministry this Friday, October 24, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at St. John’s Courtyard. This ministry is more than just offering hot showers—it’s about restoring dignity, sharing kindness, and showing God’s love to our unhoused neighbors. We provide hygiene supplies, clean towels, and most importantly, a warm, welcoming community. 👐 How You Can Make a Difference: Your help is crucial, whether

Interested in a practical way to serve with compassion? Participate in our bi-weekly Shower Ministry this Friday, October 24, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, at St. John’s Courtyard. This ministry goes beyond providing hot showers—it’s about restoring dignity, spreading kindness, and demonstrating God’s love to our unhoused neighbors. We offer hygiene supplies, clean towels, and most importantly, a warm, welcoming community. 👐 How You Can Make a Difference: Whether you're new or

Get ready to pitch in—it's time to show some care to our beloved church home! Come join us on Saturday, October 25 , beginning at 8:00 am , for a Church Work Day . We will gather to maintain and enhance our church campus. This is a wonderful chance to serve, connect, and make a noticeable impact—both inside and outside. 🧹 What to Expect: We'll be working on a range of projects suitable for all ages and skill levels, such as: Indoor cleaning and organizing Outdoor landscaping

Roll up your sleeves—it’s time to give a little love to the place we call our church home! Join us on Saturday, October 25 , starting at 8:00 AM , for a Church Work Day  as we come together to care for and improve our church campus. This is a great opportunity to serve, connect, and make a visible difference—inside and out. 🧹 What to Expect: We’ll be tackling a variety of projects for all ages and abilities, including: Indoor cleaning and organizing Outdoor landscaping and y

We have a powerful opportunity to live out Jesus’ call to love our neighbors in real, tangible ways. From October 19–26 , our church will once again open its doors—and hearts—for Family Promise Week , providing care and shelter for families experiencing homelessness. For one week, our campus becomes more than a building—it becomes a home . A place of rest, dignity, warmth, and welcome . And we need your help to make it happen. 👐 Ways You Can Serve There are opportunities for