One of our core values at Crossroads is that we want to be in community with one another. The programming we offer attempts to reflect and embody this core value and we as a church seek to create spaces where friendships and community can be formed. Because of this, we are excited to announce that Crossroads is offering something new this summer, Summer Connect Groups. These groups are for members to hang out, fellowship together, and engage in some fun summer activities. There are groups for families, men, women, co-eds, and. more. You can read more about our different group options below! If you have any questions about these groups, you can contact Tyler Jorgenson at
You can sign up for a Connect Group(s) by filling out the form below! Signing up is helpful to us and to group leaders as it allows us to communicate with you in case there is a cancellation or change of plans for a group.
Family Park Meet-Up
A family-friendly opportunity to meet up at a local park after church (1:00 PM - 3:00 PM). Feel free to bring your lunch, or come play after you eat! Helen Kern is the leader of this Connect Group.
There will be four meetings this summer in both Kingsport and Johnson City. Click on the park name for directions.
Warriors Path - Darrell's Dream Playground - Sunday June 2 & July 14
Rotary Park - Inclusive Playground and Splash Pad - Sunday June 23 & July 21
Family Swim Meet-Up
A family-friendly opportunity to meet at the Kingsport Aquatic Center for fun in the sun! We will meet from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM on Thursday July 11. Helen Kern is the leader of this Connect Group.
Bonfires & Lawn Games
A family-friendly time to enjoy a bonfire, play yard games, and eat s'mores. Drop in anytime after 6:30 and stay as long as you're able. Tyler & Bri Jorgenson will be hosting this Connect Group at their home.
There will be four meetings this summer, all of them will be on Fridays starting at 6:30 PM
Fridays June 7, 21, July 19, and August 9.
Pickleball For Beginners
Interested in learning how to play Pickleball? Or at least want to see what all the buzz is about? Then you're invited to join this Connect Group led by Larry Albrecht. Learn the rules, how to play, and enjoy some fun matches with just a little bit of competition. This group will meet at Crossroads Christian Church on Sunday Afternoons starting on May 26.
Biking
This group is for anyone looking to bike on the Tweetsie Trail. This group will be led by John Babel and Don Salomon. This group will have its first meeting on Tuesday June 4th at 5:30 PM. The group will met at the Tweetsie Trail Additional Parking Lot located at the corner of East State of Franklin and Legion Street.
Disc Golf
Are you a competitive Disc Golfer or looking to get into the game? Then join this Connect Group led by Michael Nickens and Mark Cummings. This group is open to any skill level or interest. The meeting times and locations for this group will be coordinated by group availability.
Running & Walking
This is a family-friendly running and walking group that will meet at Crossroads Christian Church and they will walk/run around our campus on select Wednesday Evenings at 6:30 PM throughout the summer. All activity levels are welcome! Clyde and Carla Kidd will be leading this Connect Group.
Meeting Dates: Wednesdays June 26, July 10 & 24.
Men's Bible Study
The Men's Ministry will be hosting a summer book study starting on Friday June 7. This study will run from 6:45-7:30 on Friday mornings and last through July. The Men's Ministry will be studying The Men We Need by Brant Hansen. Jay Kirk and Evan Wolfe will be leading this study. The location of this event will be determined based on the location of the men who sign up. You can purchase the book here!
Women's Ministry Interest Groups
Our Women's Ministry has some already meeting groups that are welcoming new members. These groups communicate through group texts and schedule meet-ups regularly.
- Women's Walking Group led by Gayle Keebler. This group is for women looking to walk with other women of Crossroads. Meetings for this group are announced in a Realm Group by group participants.
- Women's Dinner Group led by Amanda Kekic is for women interested in building community with other Crossroads women over a delicious meal. This group tries to meet once a month.
- Women's Book Club led by Tempa Bader. This group meets 4 times a year to discuss a book chosen by the group. The next gathering will be on Thursday, July 25th, and light supper/refreshments will be served. We will be discussing The Last Exchange by Charles Martin.
- Women's Coffee Group led by Debbie Fuller. This group meets on Mondays or Tuesdays every other week at local coffee shops to fellowship and enjoy a tasty cup of coffee.
Mid-Day Senior Adults Bible Study
We will be offering a summer Bible Study for our senior adults. This study will meet on Wednesdays at 11:00 AM beginning May 29 and will meet until June 26. The name of this study is, Cultivating Your Influence and Articulating Your Faith. It will be led by a special guest teacher, Dick Morris. Dick has been a minister serving churches in our area for many years. Currently, he is the Senior Adult Minister at Poplar Ridge Christian Church in Piney Flats. He has been a well-known radio personality and featured storyteller at Jonesborough Story Telling Center. Known for his warmth and wit, this is sure to be a great way to spend the morning.
Dick Morris
We hope everyone finds a group to connect with this summer. If you have any questions about these groups you can email Tyler Jorgenson at .
You can sign up for Connect Groups Below!
