CrossNet Ministries

April is National Volunteer Appreciation Month! Check out this video that highlights some longterm CrossNet Volunteer's and why they've partnered with CrossNet for so long. We're so thankful for these and the many other volunteers who've "stayed the course" with us over the years to offer help and hope in the name of Jesus! We are truly better together. If you are interested in volunteering with CrossNet and making an impact in your community, please email [email protected]. #volunteer #volunteerappreciationmonth #highlight #bettertogether

?? Mark your calendars—the March Community Meal is just around the corner! Join CrossNet and Garden Spot Village this Monday, March 24th, at the CrossNet Youth Center! Doors open at 5:15 PM. Dinner will be served from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM.? Anchored Ministries will be onsite! Here's what’s on the menu: Philly Cheesesteak with Onions and Sauce on a Pretzel Bun Hoagie Salad Chips Homemade Tandy Cake This event is open to EVERYONE! Come enjoy a delicious meal and connect with our wonderful community. We can’t wait to see you there! ?? Head to elancocross.org on the “Community” page to see the 2025 Community Meal schedule!?

Happy Friday, friends! ? We can’t believe the banquet is just a few days away! ?? Today, we’re highlighting Earl and Verna Martin—one of CrossNet’s wonderful partners and our final VIP Sponsor for the 2025 Annual Banquet!? Their generosity (along with so many other incredible businesses) is helping make the banquet a reality, and we couldn’t be more grateful!? Let’s give them some love in the comments below! ??

“Driving with CrossNet is something I look forward to. I enjoy the conversation with others. And it has?reminded me that there are a lot of people struggling and if you can be an encouragement that’s really helpful.” CrossNet’s Transportation Ministry provides support for residents in ELANCO who need transportation to medical or educational appointments. This includes school meetings, doctor visits, dental care, and mental health appointments.? Volunteer with us!?? Your time and kindness can help others get where they need to go and it may even impact you too!? Please contact [email protected] for more information!

The Youth Center Winter Retreat was an unforgettable weekend filled with fun, connection, games, and powerful lessons about the incredible love of Jesus! We are so grateful to Camp Orchard Hill for providing a safe and exciting space for our students to grow and connect. A huge thank you to Executive Coach for ensuring safe transportation for our staff, volunteers, and students. We deeply appreciate Tucker Rodkey for sharing the gospel and George Moss for leading the students in worship. To our volunteers—your time, energy, and commitment to these students made a lasting impact!? And to our generous sponsors, thank you for making it possible for every teen to experience this life-changing weekend. We are in awe of all that God has done and can’t wait to see what He has in store for this year!

The banquet is officially one week away!? Today, it’s a joy to highlight M.H EBY as one of CrossNet’s valued business partners and VIP Sponsors for the 2025 Annual Banquet! We deeply appreciate their support in making this event possible, alongside many other wonderful businesses. Go ahead and show your appreciation for this partner below! ??

Hip hip hooray for CrossNet Staff March Birthdays!?? Please join us in wishing a Happy Birthday to Kim Glick, Rosemarie Anderson, Danielle Kissinger, and Angela Beck! These ladies are kind, hardworking and servant hearted teammates who make us better! It is a privilege to serve alongside them!? Please join us in celebrating them by wishing them a Happy Birthday in the comments below!? ??

Happy Friday! ? Today, we’re excited to spotlight Sensenig’s Feed Mill as one of CrossNet’s valued business partners and VIP Sponsors for the 2025 Annual Banquet! We’re incredibly grateful for their support in making this event possible, along with many other amazing businesses. Join us in showing our appreciation below! ??

Incredible progress has been made at the warehouse over the past few weeks! ?? Recent renovations, including ceiling painting and the start of interior framing, are bringing this space to life. And it is exciting to know the building will be completed in just a few months!?Thanks to our community’s generosity, the Warehouse Renovation Capital Campaign is in its final stretch. We’re so close—just $650,000 left to reach our goal of moving into the space debt-free! ? Every contribution makes a difference. Donate today at ?? elancocross.org!

We are grateful for the Mentor Program! It is just one of many CrossNet Youth Programs that provides safe spaces for youth in our community to build lasting relationships and grow in new ways! Your support of CrossNet allows us to offer help and hope in the name of Jesus to students of all ages in ELANCO ?? “Recently, a Mentee that joined our Lickity Split ice cream night had a brand new experience -- it was her first time in a "sit down" restaurant. This reminded me how grateful I am for the Mentor Program and how it can create new and exciting memories for Mentees while connecting with a safe adult in the ELANCO community!” ? - Julia Bills, Mentoring and Education Manager?