2007

Building Ribbon Cutting Celebration

On March 31st, 2007 Crossroads Church shared a ribbon cutting celebration with the city of Norwalk. Pictured here is Chief of Police Ed Kuhl presenting Pastor Glen (left) and Cindy Simpson (building team representative) with a certificate on behalf of the city of Norwalk.

A few years ago Crossroads Church purchased and paid for 20 acres overlooking downtown Des Moines. This beautiful acreage is located just off of Hwy 5 on the corner of 80th and Beardsley Street.

The foundation of the ministry center was poured on August 24, 2006.

2007

First Worship Service

On March 4th, 2007 we celebrated our first worship service with 275 people in attendance. It was a wonderful event with praise and celebration. Pastor Glen challenged the congregation to remember that now that the building is completed, the real work is just beginning. He also reminded us that March 4th was the only day of the year that is a command (March forth). It holds the challenge to move ahead, make forward progress, and to take a step in the right direction. So what a fitting day to begin in a new building and "march forth" in the name of Jesus our Lord.

2004

On May 8, 2004 Crossroads brought into Norwalk Rich Praytor, a nationally known Christian comedian. Over 200 people were in attendance to have a fun-filled night of laughter. Crossraods is committemd to sharing these types of events for our comunity.

2003

Family Fun Fair attracts an estimated 550-600 people!!

When planning for the Family Fun Fair, we were thinking that 200 people would attend this Grand Opening celebration. Based upon the amount of cups, dishes, ice cream, drinks, game prizes, etc., that were used, we are now estimating that 550-600 people attended!!

We are very pleased by how so many of the Crossroads people got involved, including many of our young people. Even the folks who couldn't be there donated drink mix or homemade cookies. What made the day extra special was our chance to connect with the people of Norwalk. One comment made by a visitor: "Thank you so much for doing this. Money is very tight for us right now, so we really appreciate being able to bring our kids here." The winner of the Scott's $50 grocery coupon said, "Thank you so much. We were just talking this morning at breakfast about how we did not have enough money to make our car payment and buy groceries today."

2003 Ministry Ribbon Cutting
	In July of 2003 Crossroads Church celebrated a ribbon cutting event sponsored by the Norwalk Chamber of Commerce. This event marked the official welcome of Crossroads Church into the Norwalk community.