Introducing Our Deaconal Team

At Crossroads we are committed to living out the words of Jesus that 'you should love your neighbour as yourself.' We want to build a community in which we don't just talk about loving each other but in which we show that love and concern for each other and for our broader community in tangible ways. Our deaconal team's goal it is to offer assistance, encouragement, and training to our congregation members and to our broader community. They also raise money to support those agencies and causes that help share the love of Jesus both locally and around the world.

What Kind of Support is Available within our Church

Our small groups meet on a weekly basis not just to learn, pray, and encourage each other, but also to allow members of our community to share our lives with each other. We strive to be able to do this for each other both in good times and in tough ones. Each small group is led by a trained leader who guides the group, helps organize activities, and helps mobilize the group to respond to needs in each other's lives. When small group leaders encounter needs that are too large for the group to handle, our deaconal team is available to provide ongoing help and support. Some of the kinds of support they offer:

• Visitation for those sick or in need,
• Financial assistance when possible,
• Organizing work crews or help around the home
• Encouragement and prayer
• Sharing the love of Jesus in a variety of other creative ways!

What Kinds of Community Support Do We Offer

Our Deaconal team also offers various seminars and programs that target some of the concerns and needs of those living in the Ajax/Pickering community. Some examples of seminar topics have included:

• Parenting Courses (Young Kids and Teens)
• Relationship Seminars
• Financial/Stewardship Planning

If you would like information about our deaconal ministries contact our ministry centre for more information or contact Richard Melless, our Deaconal Team Leader.