Anointed, Transformed, Redeemed, A Summer Study of David's life.

David was Anointed....but he made mistakes.  And though he was redeemed--still he grappled with the choices he made.
But he was transformed--and we can be, too.

Anointed, Transformed, Redeemed

3 Authors
3 Generations
3 Perspectives
1 Bible Study.

Join us on Tuesday evenings, beginning June 18 for this study featuring Beth Moore, Kay Arthur, and Priscilla Shirer.

Cost is $12 for workbook, payable at the first class.
We will enjoy a video presentation by each author as they explore the life of David, followed by small group discussion.
Guided by Tracy Martinez and Jan Brooks.

Child Care will be provided--but you must pre-register.
Please respond here with the ages and names of your children, or meet us after church in the foyer at the BLOOM! table June 2nd or 9th.

We will order workbooks on June 10--please respond before that time in order to receive a book at the first study meeting.

Responding "yes," means we WILL order a book for you.
Please let us know if you have questions.

An Evening of Worship with Lori Harris

Lori's been a sister, a friend, and a worship leader with a knack for speaking just the right word into our hearts at just the right moment-- 

Spend an evening of worship with Lori Harris and BLOOM!  
Friday, April 5th 
7pm
Fellowship Hall
Cross Points Church
Love offering will be taken.


 

"As the day blows shadows away my love speaks to me...arise my darling...
awake...
come away...
see winter is past and the rains have gone...
flowers are here...can you hear birdsong...
come away... come away."

-Lori Harris, from "Come Away on her lift*ed album.

March Kindnesses

Well, this is just too good--another snow event scheduled for Thursday night, March 21st.  And we've collected enough to put together a lovely box of treats for the men and women who will be up all night treating the roads.  Check it out: 

Chock full of muffins, fruit snacks, popcorn, jerky, hand lotions, candies, individual antibacterial wipes, and fruit juices--we'll deliver it in time for them to have it for their overnight shift!  Great job Cross Points!   Next week--the staff at Sweet Life will feel our love! 

Looking to bless the city of Shawnee this month?  How about spreading a little love to the Field Operations division of the Shawnee Public Works Department?  These men and women worked 12-hour shifts night and day to clear the snow and ice during those February snowstorms.  The rest of the time they maintain curb, gutters, and sidewalks, storm water drainage, and are responsible for street sweeping. Here's a link to their website.

We also plan to bless the staff at the Alzheimer's and Memory Care Unit of Sweet Life at Shawnee.  These people provide comfortable residential care in a safe environment designed to stimulate recognition, recall and wellness.  This website tells a little more about them. 

HOW TO GET INVOLVED:
On Sunday, March 17 and 24, BLOOM!  will be collecting pre-packaged treats and snacks, along with personal notes of appreciation and thanks.  We encourage you to get the kids involved and have them draw a picture of the snow or simply write thank you.  Some suggestions for treats might include wrapped candy or cookies, microwave popcorn, pretzels, or how about a sample-sized hand lotion?  For the snow removal team wouldn't Sno-Caps candy, hot cocoa, Hot Hands packs, or cough drops be appropriate?   Please use your imagination and bring your contributions to the BLOOM! table either before or after church.  We'll see that these local heroes receive your love and support.

Thanks,  BLOOM!

Girls Night Out with Eva Dennington

 Eva Dennington--thank you for sharing your heart and your passion with us!  The women of Cross Points Church join you in praying for more of God, more of Him.  And the pickle juice feels ever so sweet this morning!  :-)  Love from BLOOM!  
And BLOOM!--thanks for your generous hearts--we were able to send Eva on her "all-inclusive" cruise with over $160 in "fun money!"  Thank you from Eva-

She's born Danish, married an American, and serves God in Taiwan--this Eva Dennington is quite remarkable! We've been thrilled to have her at Cross Points for a couple of months now and she sweetly agreed to sit down with us for a little girl chat. So come on out and bring your questions, because that's what Eva wants to answer. What does revival in Taiwan look like? What book is she currently reading? And really, what does she think of Americans after all? Well BLOOM!, this is your chance to ask Eva anything your little heart desires.

We'll have the fire going, the comfy couches, some warm coffee and tea drinks, and our beloved Eva Dennington for a very informal chat.

Looking for a way to bless Eva? Eva and Gregg are sailing out of Miami on a cruise the end of February. Bring a few extra dollars Tuesday night for a love offering and we'll send it with Eva for a little "fun money" for their cruise.

7 pm, Tuesday, February 5.  Cross Points Church Fireside Room 

AWAKE / 2013 BLOOM! Committee Retreat

I slept, but my heart was awake.
A sound! My beloved is knocking.
"Open to me, my sister, my love,
     my dove, my perfect one..."
           Song of Solomon 5: 2a

"As the day blows shadows away my love speaks to me...arise my darling...
awake...
come away...
up to the cleft of the rock on the winding stair...
fly my dove and meet me there...
come away... come away."
-Lori Harris, from "Come Away on her lift*ed album.

January 2013 began with a BLOOM! committee retreat involving 11 committee members and pastor's wives,  and our long-time sister and friend, Lori Harris, at the Journey Home in Dearborn, Missouri.  We filled 24 hours with worship, Bible Study, prayer, and sharing.  As we thought about the events of the past year, as we envisioned what God would have for our women this year, we felt it is a time to AWAKE--to shake off our slumber and to become fully conscious of the love of our Father for each of us.

Lori led several worship sessions designed to lead us to the throne of God, we shared Scripture, and passions, and the Words of the Year that God was speaking to us.  Heather Jones shared a basic outline of the church schedule for the year.  We are so grateful for the opportunity that God gave us to connect with Him, hear His voice, and prepare for the year ahead. 

This retreat was also designed to build relationships between the BLOOM! and Eau Committees which have combined for women's ministry this year.

Kalos Christmas Photography

 

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We're looking for volunteers to check in our guests, make them feel comfortable, and escort them down the hall to the youth room for their scheduled photo.  Do you have a couple of hours to share the beauty of Kalos Christmas on December 1?   Send us an email at bloom4him@gmail.com or let us know on Facebook.  It will be a great day--making a family photograph available to those who might not otherwise have one.  Come join us! 

LOOKING BACK, TO SEE THE FUTURE.

BLOOM! ecstatically announces that the total collected for our missionary women was $1344!  Each of our twelve guests received $112 cash on Thursday evening.  Thank you Cross Points ladies--that's a lot of love! 

 

LOOKING BACK, TO SEE THE FUTURE.

The year was 1977 and Full Faith Church of Love began a new chapter in our missions work by setting aside 10% of the church's income to support our missionaries.  Now 35 years later, we're celebrating our heritage and looking forward to our future.  Join us to reconnect with our missionary women.  Whether you're meeting them for the first time or greeting old friends--it will be a wonderful night!  

Join us as BLOOM! contributes our special women's memories to 

Cross Points Missions Time Capsule!

 

Cross Points Church

Fellowship Hall

Thursday, November 15

7pm-9pm

Come enjoy a gourmet coffee and hot chocolate bar.  If you need childcare, please RSVP to your evite or at our table after church with the names and ages of your children.  

 

We are collecting a love offering to bless our Missionary Women. To make a donation and RSVP, please visit our table in the foyer after church

November 4 and 11.