Reach Booklet - The Crossing Church Las Vegas

FALL
2016
REACH: Missions
CONTENTS
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Learning and
Engagement Trips
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Honduras
4-5
Serve Days
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Peru
6-7
Local Partnerships
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Cambodia
8-9
Casa De Luz
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Mexico
8-9
Cupcake Girls
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Dominican Republic
10-11
Family Promise
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Belize
10-11
Fight Church
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Mexico Middle School
12-13
Project 150
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Mexico Men
12-13
Refuge for Women
25
Philippines
14-15
Young Life SW Las Vegas
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Navajo
14-15
YWAM Las Vegas
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Ireland
For those of you who are new to The Crossing, and for those of you who have been here for
years, one of the things you hear us talk about all the time is our REACH: Mission opportunities.
As a church, we hold the fundamental belief that we are all created to make a difference. In
an ever growing and connected world, we believe the time is now for us to use our talents and
resources to stand in the gap with those facing injustices every day.
One of The Crossing’s six core values is that partnerships promote unity and impact. No matter
what projects we promote, or which trips we offer, our goal is to partner with local and global
organizations that are in the trenches day in and day out, fighting for their cause and for the
people they serve.
Personally, one of the highlights of being Missions Director at The Crossing, is helping connect
people with projects and partners that they are passionate about. Throughout this booklet, you
will find information about our local partners, upcoming Serve Day projects, and our Learning &
Engagement trips being offered in the first 6 months of 2017. Registration for all of our projects
and trips is now open and can be found online at: w w w . t h e c r o s s i n g l v. c o m / r e a c h .
You can also find out more about our local partners, and ways you can connect with them,
through our website.
We are looking forward to joining you on the journey of serving those both here in Las Vegas and
all around the globe.
Benji Zimmerman, Missions Director
Benji@thecrossinglv.com
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SERVE DAYS FALL 2016
October 15
Family Promise Family Day
The Crossing will be partnering with Family Promise by hosting a kid zone of carnival games
at the Henderson Pavilion. Ages 10+ are welcome to help us in shifts taking tickets, running
games, etc. This is a great opportunity for families to serve together!
Register www.thecrossinglv.com/serveday
October TBD
Veteran’s Village 2 Painting Crew
Know how to paint? We need you and 100’s of others to help us transform Veterans Village 2.
Ages 7+ are welcome to join us.
Register www.thecrossinglv.com/veteransvillage
November 5
Opportunity Village Santa Run Packing
Help us pack the runner swag bags for the largest Santa Run in the world and the primary
fundraising event for Opportunity Village. This is a fantastic way for you or your family
to serve together.
Register www.thecrossinglv.com/ov
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November 6 – 13
Family Promise at The Crossing
Several times a year, on our campus, we host families in transition from homelessness. The
families stay in our kids classrooms during the week. We have opportunities for you to stay as
an overnight host with the families; as well as provide breakfast, lunch, or dinner everyday
during the week.
Learn more www.thecrossinglv.com/familypromise
November 20
Casa de Luz Thanksgiving Block Party
Join us as we partner with Casa de Luz to facilitate their annual Thanksgiving feast and grocery
distribution for the holiday. Volunteers ages 10+ are welcome to help serve meals, hand out
groceries, or manage the carnival games!
Register www.thecrossinglv.com/casa
December 17 & 18
Magical Forest
The Opportunity Village Magical Forest is one of the best holiday traditions in Las Vegas. Help us
run the forest for a night and receive a complimentary ticket to come back another night during
the holiday season. This opportunity is open to Ages 18+.
Register www.thecrossinglv.com/magicalforest
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The Crossing believes that we have a
responsibility to serve those in need
right here in Las Vegas. For the last
16 years, we have been partnering
financially with local ministries,
providing small and large scale
serve day opportunities, as well
as ongoing ways for you to stay
involved with our partners.
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LOCAL PARTNERSHIPS
LOCAL PARTNERSHIPS
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Casa de Luz
w w w. c a s a d e l u z l a s ve g a s . o r g
The Crossing loves partnering with Casa de Luz because they have been
investing in the community surrounding the Stratosphere for the last six years. Casa
provides food and other ministries that serve the neighborhood. Since Casa opened its
doors, data from the area has shown a reduction in crime, drug abuse, and more.
We are excited to serve with them at their annual Thanksgiving event this Fall!
The Cupcake Girls
w w w. t h e c u p c a ke g i r l s . o r g
The Crossing loves the Cupcake Girls because they are committed to loving the women in the
Adult Entertainment Industry here in Las Vegas and Portland, Oregon. They believe that everyone
deserves love, respect, and the access to resources to help them on the journey of life.
Are you a runner? You can help equip The Cupcake Girls for some upcoming events by running a
half marathon!
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Family Promise
w w w . f a m i l y p r o m i s e l v. c o m
The Crossing loves serving Family Promise because of their mission to help Families in
transition from homelessness. Family Promise provides temporary housing and resources
for employment and training. Throughout the year, The Crossing partners with Family Promise
by providing housing and meals on campus for the families in the program. This a great
opportunity for your family or small group to spend time with the families and serve others
on the journey.
Our next opportunity to serve is November 6th – 13th.
Fight Church
w w w. f i g h t ch u rch . c o m
Fight church exists to serve the individuals and families in the MMA community
here in Las Vegas and around the world. The Crossing is honored to help
Fight Church as they invest in relationships with fighters.
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Project 150
w w w. p ro j e c t 1 5 0 . o r g
Being in high school has its own unique set of challenges. Imagine being homeless
or couch surfing during these formidable years. Project 150 does not want any
student in Las Vegas to struggle with resources on the journey through high
school. The Crossing is committed to partnering with Project 150 by providing
volunteers to help at the warehouse and finances to support the organization.
Project 150 has great opportunities for groups or individuals to serve every day of the week!
Refuge for Women
w w w. r f w l a s ve g a s . c o m
The Crossing is committed to fighting for women and children who are trafficked or who find
themselves in unwanted situations. Refuge for Women exists to provide aftercare for trafficked
and sexually exploited women with homes around the country, The Crossing loves working with
Refuge for Women as they provide a safe place to help women move toward a healthier place
emotionally and relationally.
Love Golf? Refuge for Women has a fundraiser at Top Golf coming up and we would love you or
your business to get involved.
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Jason & Brooke Waugh
Young Life Southwest Las Vegas
w w w. l a s ve g a s sw. yo u n g l i f e . o r g
Jason moved to Las Vegas in 2006 to intern with The Crossing Student Ministry, where he found
a passion for connecting with teens. Partnering with Young Life, Jason and his wife Brooke are
working with other adults, investing in the lives of teens in schools throughout Southwest Las
Vegas. The Crossing loves Jason’s passion and investment in the next generation of leaders.
Simon & Martha Odele
Youth with a Mission Las Vegas
w w w. y wa m l a s ve g a s . o r g
Every YWAM campus throughout the world has its own unique identity and ministries.
Simon serves as the Discipleship Training School director here in Las Vegas. With
a passion for sharing the gospel through discipleship, the Odele’s are helping
others on the journey toward a deeper relationship with God.
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LEARNING & ENGAGEMENT
TRIPS
HONDURAS
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LEARNING &
ENGAGEMENT TRIPS
The Crossing believes that trips
are opportunities for individuals to
build genuine relationships with
our partners, learn more about
sustainable ministry models, and
come alongside ministries to provide
a boost for a specific need or project.
Working with our partner, Hope Coffee, alongside families on a variety of projects.
DATES: January 20-28
AVAILABLE SPOTS:
COST:
7
$1349/person
REGISTRATION CLOSES:
TRIP IDEAL FOR:
October 1
Anyone
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PERU
Working with our partner, Hope for
Youth, and Crossing missionary, Iliana
Bustios, investing in young adults in the
Barrios of Juanchaco.
DATES: February 15-25
AVAILABLE SPOTS:
COST:
REGISTRATION CLOSES:
6+
$1999/person
November 1
TRIP IDEAL FOR:
Anyone
CAMBODIA
Serving with Agape International Missions in their ongoing fight against human trafficking.
DATES: February 16-25
AVAILABLE SPOTS: 11
COST:
$2349/person
REGISTRATION CLOSES:
October 15
TRIP OPEN TO: Ages 18+ who have been on a previous mission trip
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DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
Working with our partners, Hope House International, and missionaries Michael and Amanda Braisted, by
supporting the ongoing operations and expansion of the orphanage.
DATES: April 8-14
AVAILABLE SPOTS:
COST:
14
$1499/person
REGISTRATION CLOSES:
TRIP IDEAL FOR:
AVAILABLE SPOTS: 18
$429/adults $329/child age 7-12
REGISTRATION CLOSES:
TRIP IDEAL FOR:
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Anyone
MEXICO
DATES: March 3-5
COST:
December 31
December 31
Helping YWAM San Diego/Baja build a
home for an under-resourced family.
Ages 7+
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BELIZE
Serving the Family of God Churches
in greater Belmopan through work
projects and hosting a kids club.
DATES: April 8-14
AVAILABLE SPOTS:
18
COST: $1399 per student
$1449 for adult chaperones
REGISTRATION CLOSES:
November 30
TRIP OPEN TO: High School Students Only
MEXICO MIDDLE SCHOOL
Helping YWAM San Diego / Baja build a home for an under-resourced family.
DATES: April 10-13
AVAILABLE SPOTS: 18
COST:
$329/students $429/adult chaperones
REGISTRATION CLOSES:
December 31
TRIP OPEN TO: Middle School Students Only
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PHILIPPINES
DATES: TBD May 2017
AVAILABLE SPOTS:
COST:
6+
Providing medical clinics in rural communities.
$1599/person
REGISTRATION CLOSES:
January 31
TRIP IDEAL FOR: Anyone, especially those with medical/dental experience.
MEXICO MEN
DATES: May 4-7
AVAILABLE SPOTS: 190
COST:
$499
REGISTRATION CLOSES:
TRIP OPEN TO:
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January 31
Helping YWAM Tijuana build 10 homes
for under-resourced families.
Men Only
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DATES: June 11-16
AVAILABLE SPOTS: 8+
COST: $649/ person
REGISTRATION CLOSES:
February 28
TRIP IDEAL FOR: Anyone
NAVAJO
Supporting House of Joy Church and
Experience Mission by helping do a
variety of projects, including hosting
a kids club on the reservation in
Arizona.
IRELAND
Partnering with Elevate Community Church to support their local outreaches and projects in Limerick.
DATES: June 21-28
AVAILABLE SPOTS:
COST:
14
$1999/person
REGISTRATION CLOSES:
TRIP IDEAL FOR:
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February 28
Ages 21+
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