This Week at Cross Church | A Historic Election and More

A Historic Election

 

Early yesterday morning, we watched history unfold before our eyes when we learned that our nation has elected Donald J. Trump to be our next president. In this undeniable and indescribable moment in American history, this is a time when leaders must rise from all across America and lead. More of my thoughts on this historic moment can be found in my article from yesterday.

Thankful for Fayetteville Campuses Over These Past Weeks

 

During the past several weeks, Dr. Nick Floyd and the entire staff team of our Fayetteville campuses have been engaged in a journey that has led them to make a three-year commitment to provide our greatest need in that city… a campus. Pastor Nick and the entire team have led well and I want to thank them. Additionally, we thank the lay leaders who have assisted them closely. Last Sunday, the church made their financial commitments with gifts that are over and above the first tenth of all God has given them. God is moving powerfully and this Sunday, we will announce their commitments to this significant experience. Again, thanks to our staff team, our lay leaders, and the hundreds of families who have made financial commitments to see this vision realized!

People Like Gayla Oldham Make This Ministry What it is Today 

 

This week, we are celebrating the 15th anniversary of Gayla Oldham, my personal assistant, serving on our Ministry Staff team. Gayla has also worked an additional five years on our support staff team, having served Cross Church for a total of 20 years. She has paid a heavy price the past two years as I served as President of the Southern Baptist Convention. While we do not recognize every anniversary publicly, I want our entire church to know of her significance. Surprise Gayla (she has not seen this before now) with a brief email of gratitude for her service to this ministry at gaylao@crosschurch.com. Jeana and I love Gayla. She is a tremendous asset to our lives and this ministry. We are thankful for Tony, her husband, who gives up some time with his wife so she can serve the Lord and this church through her job. They are great churchmen and we are thankful for Gayla and her family.

Blessing Basket Ministry… We Need Your Involvement!

 

Cross Church has been distributing Blessing Baskets to families in need for 24 years. A Blessing Basket provides a holiday meal to families who may not be able to afford one. Those who receive a Blessing Basket also hear the Good News of Jesus and have a chance to respond to Him and even be baptized. In order for Blessing Baskets to be a success, we need our Cross Church Family to give, and hundreds of volunteers to assemble 3,000 Blessing Baskets and work during Distribution Day. Will you volunteer to help or contribute to Blessing Baskets to help families have a holiday meal?

Assembly Day: Saturday, November 19, 9:00 a.m., Pinnacle Hills campus

Distribution Day:

Pinnacle Hills Campus – Saturday, November 19 at 12:30 p.m. (English and Spanish)
Springdale Campus – Sunday, November 20 at 1:30 p.m. (English and Spanish)
Fayetteville Campus – Sunday, November 20 at 2:00 p.m. (English only)
Neosho Campus – Sunday, November 20 at 2:00 & 4:00 p.m. (English only)
Fayetteville East Campus – Sunday, November 20 at 4:00 p.m. (English only)

Blessing Baskets is always a special time in our church, and we would love for you to engage. Go here to find out more information and learn how to volunteer and give.

This Past Sunday, We Were with Dr. Johnny and Janet Hunt in Atlanta 

Last Sunday, Jeana and I were with Dr. Johnny and Janet Hunt, helping celebrate their 30th anniversary serving the First Baptist Church of Woodstock, Georgia, and his 40th anniversary in ministry. I had the tremendous honor of preaching the keynote message. Dr. Hunt has preached here a few times, and I want you to know of my love and appreciation for Johnny, Janet, and their church. Their 15-minute video of Johnny’s life and legacy was terrific. What a glory to God! You can see it here. We are so grateful for the friendship of Johnny and Janet. What a superb Sunday morning for Dr. and Mrs. Hunt and the First Baptist Church of Woodstock, Georgia.

I Will See You Sunday!

Ronnie W. Floyd