The Cactus & The Cross Blog

As the days grow shorter and twinkling lights begin to appear, our hearts turn toward the hope and anticipation of Advent—a season of preparation, reflection, and joyful expectation. This year, we invite you and your loved ones to begin that journey together at our Advent Family Night ! 🗓 Sunday, November 30 🕒 3:00–4:30 pm 📍 Sanctuary Bring the whole family for an afternoon filled with warmth, creativity, and community. We’ll gather in the sanctuary to enjoy hands-on Adven

This Thanksgiving, let's come together to savor delicious food, enjoy warm fellowship, and have grateful hearts! Join us on Thursday, November 27, at 2 pm in the Chapel for our Thanksgiving Potluck —a wonderful chance to celebrate God’s blessings with your church family. We’ll provide the turkey and gravy , and we encourage you to bring a favorite side dish, salad, or dessert to share. Whether it’s a beloved family recipe or something new you’d like to try, your contributio

As Thanksgiving approaches, we pause to consider the numerous blessings God has given us. Join us on Wednesday, November 26, at 6:30 pm for a special Thanksgiving Eve Worship Service —a moment to express our gratitude and praise for all the goodness in our lives! This meaningful evening will include thanksgiving hymns, heartfelt prayers, and stories showcasing God's work in our lives and community. It’s a perfect way to ready our hearts before the holiday rush begins. And th

A lively church is built upon a community that develops together in faith, love, and purpose. We welcome you to join us every Sunday at 9:45 am for a time of learning, connection, and spiritual growth, regardless of your age or stage in life. Whether you're starting your faith journey or have been on it for a long time, you are welcome here. ✝️ FROG – Fully Rely on God   (Children’s Ministry) 📍 Room 9 Every week, our younger members come together for FROG – Fully Rely on God

As we draw near to one of the most meaningful seasons of the year, we invite you—and those you love—to join us in celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. Whether you prefer the warm glow of candlelight in our Sanctuary or the convenience of worshiping from home, we have services designed to help you enter the peace, beauty, and wonder of Christmas. ✨ Christmas Eve – Wednesday, December 24 This year we’re offering three candlelight Christmas Eve services  so you can choose the

Mary and Joseph took their baby Jesus from Bethlehem to Egypt. God warned them in a dream that King Herod was on a rampage and they needed to flee to another country. How do you think the Egyptians responded when this family turned up looking for housing, food and jobs? Mary and Joseph stayed in Egypt until Herod died, for about 2 years (Matt 2:19). Did some Egyptians help Joseph find work? Did they find them a place to live? Did they show them the best places to shop? Did th

This Thanksgiving, let's gather to enjoy delicious food, warm fellowship, and thankful hearts! Join us on Thursday, November 27, at 2:00 pm in the Chapel for our Thanksgiving Potluck —a wonderful opportunity to celebrate God’s blessings with your church family. We’ll take care of the turkey and gravy , and we invite you to bring a favorite side dish, salad, or dessert to share. Whether it’s a cherished family recipe or something new you’d like to try, your contribution will

As Thanksgiving nears, we take a moment to reflect on the many blessings God has bestowed upon us. Join us on Wednesday, November 26, at 6:30 pm for a special Thanksgiving Eve Worship Service —a time to express our gratitude and praise for all the goodness in our lives! This significant evening will feature thanksgiving hymns, heartfelt prayers, and stories highlighting God's work in our lives and community. It’s an ideal way to prepare our hearts before the holiday hustle b

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,

A vibrant church is founded on a community that grows together in faith, love, and purpose. We invite you to join us every Sunday at 9:45 am for a time of learning, connection, and spiritual development, no matter your age or life stage. Whether you're just beginning your faith journey or have been on it for many years, you are welcome here. ✝️ FROG – Fully Rely on God   (Children’s Ministry) 📍 Room 9 Each week, our younger members gather for FROG – Fully Rely on God , an en