MEDITATION
Leviticus 26:11–13
I will make my dwelling among you, and my soul
shall not abhor you. And I will walk among you and will
be your God, and you shall be my people. I am the Lord your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, that you should not
be their slaves. And I have broken the bars of your yoke and made you walk erect.
CALL TO WORSHIP
Psalm 48:9–14
Leader:
We have thought on your steadfast love, O
God,
in the midst of your temple.
All:
As your name, O God,
so
your praise reaches to the ends of the earth.
Your right hand is filled with righteousness.
Leader:
Let
Mount Zion be glad!
Let the daughters of Judah
rejoice
because of your judgments!
All:
Walk about Zion, go around
her,
number her towers,
consider well her ramparts,
go through her
citadels,
that you may tell the next
generation
that this is God,
our God forever and ever.
He will guide us
forever.
CORPORATE PRAYER + LORD'S PRAYER
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in
heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into
temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, the power, and the glory, forever and ever. Amen.
WORSHIP IN SONG
CORPORATE PRAYER OF CONFESSION
All:
Heavenly Father, we confess that we have taken your presence for granted and have failed to follow where you
lead. We have found obedience too costly and neglected what you have called us to do. Rather than turning to you
in prayer, we have relied on our own strength and resolve. Forgive us through the precious blood of your Son,
Jesus Christ. Amen.
PRIVATE CONFESSION
ASSURANCE OF PARDON
1 John 1:9
If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all
unrighteousness.
WORSHIP IN SONG
ANNOUNCEMENTS
GREETING TIME
Children are dismissed to Sunday School
SERMON
Pastor Dan Liu
“Heading to a New Home”
Numbers 9:15-10:36
Page 110(Pew Bible) | Link (BibleGateway.com)
Pew Bibles are available under the seats in front of you.
RESPONSE TO GOD / OFFERING
SONG OF RESPONSE
BENEDICTION
Minister
The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; the Lord lift
up his countenance upon you and give you peace.
All
Thanks be to God!
Men's
Spring Lunch & Field Day
Saturday, May 30, 12:00p
Join us for a great time of fellowship, food, and friendly competition. Lunch will be provided, but we’re
asking for volunteers to sign up to bring snacks, drinks, and dessert. After lunch, we’ll head outdoors for
a field day. Once we have a final headcount we’ll open signups for activities such as pickleball,
volleyball, basketball, etc. Please sign up at crossroadsnj.org/men and let us know you’re coming—we’re looking forward to
seeing you there!
Men's
Ministry Email List
Please sign up if you want to stay in the loop about upcoming events, and ways to connect with other men in
our church. Use crossroadsnj.org/mensemail
to sign up!
Prayer Card Making
Saturday, June 6, 10:00a-12:00p, Room 103
Join us for a creative time of making prayer cards inspired by "A Praying Life" by Paul Miller. These
artistic, personalized cards will help you track prayer requests, celebrate answered prayers, and reflect on God’s
faithfulness. Please RSVP to Esther Bennett erobinsonbennett@gmail.com so we can ensure there’s enough coffee and pastries!
Summer Schedule Change
For the summer months, we will be moving to one worship service at 10:30a. Our summer schedule will run from June
7 through August 30.
Congregational Prayer Meeting
Saturday, May 16, 8:00a-9:00p
Join us for our monthly time of prayer for our church and our ministries.
Spring Cleaning Work Day
Saturday, May 16, 9:30a
We could use some help with some maintenance tasks and organizing/cleaning around the church. No special skills
needed! Please RSVP to Henry at henry@crossroadsnj.org if you can help with this!
Child Protection Policy Training
Sunday, May 17, 12:30p-1:30p, Room 103
For those who are interested in serving with children/youth, this is required training as part of our process for
approving volunteers to serve in children's or youth ministries. Please RSVP to Jenny at
jennywoo@crossroadsnj.org by May 14.
Young Adults Powerpoint Party & Dinner
Sunday, May 24, 4:30p-7:00p
Come share and hear presentations on "A Day in My Life" and learn more about one another! Dinner will
be provided. RSVP at crossroadsnj.org/ya
Summer Retreat
Friday, July 10, 5:30p - Sunday, July 12, 1:00p
Registration is now open for our summer retreat, which will take place at Kutztown University. The speaker is
Dr. Rob Edwards, Associate Professor of Pastoral Theology and Apologetics at Westminster Theological Seminary and
the topic is still TBD. Register by Friday, June 26 at crossroadsnj.org/retreat
Rainforest Falls VBS Registration and Volunteer Signup is Open!
August 3-7, 9:00a-12:00p
Kids ages 4 through entering 6th grade in the fall are invited to join us for a week of Exploring the Nature of
God, through Bible lessons, games, snacks, and crafts! Detailed information, registration for kids and
sign-ups for volunteers are available at crossroadsnj.org/vbs
All VBS volunteers should plan to attend our VBS Orientation Meeting on Sunday, June 14, 12:30p-1:30p. Pizza and
salad lunch will be served. RSVP for lunch at crossroadsnj.org/vbslunch
Membership/Inquirer's Class Interest
If you are interested in finding out more about Crossroads or in joining Crossroads as a member, please let us
know at crossroadsnj.org/class. Our Membership/Inquirer's Class
typically runs for 4 weeks on Sunday mornings and if there is enough interest, will offer a class in the next
couple months.
See our full calendar at crossroadsnj.org/calendar
Join our private Facebook group crossroadsnj.org/lifetogether to connect to our community and for informal
gatherings.
Welcome Form
If you'd like more information about our church and our ministries or would like to be added to our email
lists to get announcements, fill out our Welcome Form at crossroadsnj.org/welcome
"Wealth and honor come from you; you are the ruler of all things. In your hands are strength and power to
exalt and give strength to all." - I Chronicles 29:12
- As of April 30, 2026, General Fund Net Reserve is $1,022,714
and the Building Fund balance is $10,321, the Mercy Ministry Fund balance is $9,069.
- Online giving available at crossroadsnj.org/give
- Gifts may be directed to our Mercy Ministry Fund, which helps meet practical needs both within our church
family and in the broader community, as we seek to reflect Christ’s love through tangible care. If you would
like
to support this ministry, please note “Mercy Ministry Fund” with your gift so it can be designated accordingly.
- Crossroads can accept non-cash gifts in the form of stocks, mutual funds, or other securities. For more
details, contact Howard Chin (chin.howard@gmail.com).
Children's Ministry
Nursery
- Nursery (Infants up through and including 3-year-olds, move up to preschool when child is 4) is offered during
the sermon. Children are cared for by approved nursery volunteers.
- A short lesson is taught for toddlers during their time in the nursery.
- A Nursing Room is located at the back of the Fellowship Hall and is available for nursing mothers.
- A Crying Room is available during the sermon in the rear of the building in the Youth Room (downstairs past
the rear lobby).
Sunday School: Preschool - Grade 5 (11:00a-12:00p)
- During our weekly worship services, preschool (age 4+) and elementary-aged children join the beginning of the
liturgy along with their parents. After our call to worship and some musical worship, children are dismissed.
Parents must walk their kids to their classrooms and sign them in. Sunday School dismissal is 12pm, and parents
are required to sign their children out upon pickup.
VBS
- Each year, we hold a one-week Vacation Bible School (VBS) during the
summer. Kids in Preschool through entering Grade 6 are eligible to participate. Registration and information
is available at crossroadsnj.org/vbs
Contact: Jenny Woo (jennywoo@crossroadsnj.org)
Youth Ministry
- Youth Group meets weekly on Friday evenings, 7:30p at the church from Sept-May, 8 weeks at a time (follows our
Small Group trimester schedule) Teens in grades 6-12 come together for a time of fun and a time of teaching. See
the church calendar for dates. During the summer, informal social events are planned. Contact Pastor Dan for
more details.
- D-Teams (Discipleship groups) offers more in-depth study and connection. These groups are divided by gender
and meet weekly on Sunday mornings at 9:00a Sept-May.
College Ministry (Reformed University Fellowship) - Rutgers University
RUF hosts Bible studies, fellowship and outreach events throughout the year on Rutgers campus.
Men's Ministry
- Monthly Affinity Group Events - Assorted events hosted by various men of the church throughout the
year to bring men together over shared interests
- Quarterly Workshop Events - These workshops provide teaching and opportunities to connect with one
another
Women's Ministry
Crossroads' Women's Ministry emphasizes two things. The first is to help Christians grow through Bible
Study, prayer and fellowship. The second is to reach out to people who are at different stages of their spiritual
journey through a variety of creative activities. Of course, whenever women get together, lots of conversation and
friendships occur that are encouraging to everyone.
- Women's Weekday Bible Studies - Thursdays, 9:30a (at church) or Wednesdays, 7:00p (online)
during the school year, meets every 2 weeks.
- Where Mothers Connect - Mothers of all stages are welcome to join us for biblical encouragement in
our motherhood journeys - Wednesdays, 7:00p, monthly at church from Oct-June.
- Praying Moms - One hour of dedicated prayer for our children - Thursdays, 9:30a-10:30a, monthly
online from Sept-June.
- Monthly Affinity Group Events - Assorted events hosted by various women of the church throughout the
year to bring women together over shared interests.
- Quarterly Large Group Events - All women are welcome to attend these fun events that may focus on
fellowship, service, or sharing.
Contact: Helen Woo (helenwoo@crossroadsnj.org)
Young Adults
Many young adults stay for an informal lunch after service each week. Pack a lunch or bring back take-out. All
are welcome to join! We also have periodic workshops and fellowship events throughout the year.
YoungLives
If you'd like to donate items we could give to teen moms as we build relationships with them and minister to
them, please sign up at crossroadsnj.org/yldonations.
Another way you can support our YoungLives ministry is to donate toward operational costs at crossroadsnj.org/YoungLives
If you are interested in helping out in YoungLives, email Ingrid at ingridSVYL@gmail.com
Mercy Ministry
The Mercy Ministry seeks to share God's love with people inside and outside the church by meeting tangible
needs.
- If you would like to help with purchasing and delivering items for Feeding Hands Pantry (reimbursed by the
church), please sign up at crossroadsnj.org/pantry
- Volunteers needed to help out when needs arise from inside or outside the church. Sign up at crossroadsnj.org/cares
Feeding Hands Pantry
Volunteers are needed for the following areas:
- Grant Writing
- Truck Driving - Pick up food donations from stores
- Guest Care - Answer phones and set up appointments for guests
- Prayer Room - Pray with guests during food distribution days
- Volunteer for a shift unloading, sorting, or distributing food
If you can help with any of the above areas, contact Rob: rob@feedinghandspantry.org
Life Together
Join our private Facebook group, Crossroads Does Life Together at crossroadsnj.org/LifeTogether to post or join members in outings and activities.
Opportunities to Serve
God equips us for the work of ministry and to build up the body of Christ. For a list of service opportunities
within the church and to sign up, visit crossroadsnj.org/serve
Other Events / Calendar
You may find additional upcoming Bible studies, activities, and information at crossroadsnj.org/calendar
Small groups are a great way to grow in your faith through the study of God's word, prayer, community, and a
shared sense of mission.
These groups are typically made up of 10-12 people who commit to meeting weekly for a 8-week trimester term.
There will be 3 terms per year (Fall, Winter, and Spring), with a 1-2 month break between trimesters.
If you are interested in the current small group term, sign up at crossroadsnj.org/sg
