The Cactus & The Cross Blog

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

A thriving church is built on a community that develops together in faith, love, and purpose. We welcome you to join us every Sunday at 9:45 am for a session of learning, connection, and spiritual growth, regardless of your age or life stage. No matter if you're starting your faith journey or have been on it for years, you have a place here. ✝️ FROG – Fully Rely on God   (Children’s Ministry) 📍 Room 9 Every week, our youngest disciples come together for FROG – Fully Rely on

Our ushers play a vital role in ensuring every service runs seamlessly and in making everyone who enters feel welcome. To stay connected and ready for the busy season ahead, we invite all ushers to attend an important meeting on Saturday, November 15, at 9:00 am . In this meeting, we’ll go over upcoming events, provide important updates, and discuss how to continue serving our congregation with excellence and care . It's also a wonderful chance to connect with each other, as

This Thanksgiving, let’s come together to share good food, warm fellowship, and grateful hearts! Join us on Thursday, November 27 at 2:00 pm in the Chapel  for our Thanksgiving Potluck —a wonderful time to celebrate God’s blessings with your church family. We’ll provide the turkey and gravy , and we invite you to bring a favorite side dish, salad, or dessert  to share. Whether it’s a family recipe or something new you’d like to try, your contribution will make the meal even m