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Welcome to Church of the Crosses
So many people are at a turning point in their lives right now, and we see God moving by His Spirit. Join us as we move more and more into alignment with His will for our lives.
We meet at 1132 S. Solano. (On the corner of California and Solano)
Our Sunday morning service is at 10:30
About Us
Who we are
Church of the Crosses was started in 1974 with Pastor Peter Podruchny. God called him to Las Cruces to start this very special church. Although, he passed away in 1978, the church still continues. After he passed away, Alan Granger continued to pastor for many years. Today, his wife, Vanna Granger has taken the role of pastor when Alan passed away Dec. 2015. There have been many bumps along the way, but we have learned to lean on Christ, and we have developed a culture of honor, and we highly value each person.
We are called to this community
Church of the Crosses has played a key role in the development of our spiritual community. . Our goals are: (1) to be kingdom of God minded, (2) discipleship in the Word so that you will be rooted and grounded in love, (3) fully depending on the Holy Spirit to lead in all things, (4) living generously, (5) establishing a culture of honor, so all will feel valued and safe, (6) teaching the children with love and respect, (7) )loving the world, (8) and serving the other churches with a humble attitude.
OUR KIDS
We love our kids. We are fully aware that the children today face a triple threat. They can innocently stumble into unsafe sites online, they are in very large classrooms at school, and can see and hear things that we as parents know nothing about, plus, the normal pressures of the family that we all face. Our children's church Pastor, Carolann Hoban owns Living Hope Montessori preschool, and she is trained in early childhood development, plus she has a genuine love for kids.
Our Prayer Room
Prayer is at the center of the culture of this church. During the week, we sponsor Las Cruces House of Prayer, and our sanctuary becomes a prayer room, open to the whole community, because sometimes you need a space to pray. We are opened from 8:00am- 12:00pm Tuesday - Friday. Friday we have a special Harp and Bowel service from 9:00am - 11:30. Yvonne Podruchny, is our prayer room manager, and is available during this time to pray with you.
We Serve this Community
There are many hungry people and hungry hearts here in Las Cruces. Jesus said, "I was hungry and you fed me, naked and you clothed me, homeless and you took me in." We take this seriously and we believe that love looks like something. You can't say, "Be blessed", and do nothing. We give as much as we are able to help people in need.
We are a Spirit Filled Church
At Church of the Crosses, we love to worship and praise, and we believe that the gifts of the Spirit are for the church today., such as prophecy, speaking in tongues, the gifts of healing., and all the other gifts. We believe in the the Word of God, that the Bible is without error.
Good News Club
We have a Good News Club weekly in one of our local elementary schools, with the partnership of CEF.
online giving
If you would like to make tax exempt donation to the Church of the Crosses you can do so here. Help build His kingdom in Las Cruces.
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Faith and Religion Hub
Welcome to church of the crosses, your one-stop hub for exploring and deepening your faith. Discover resources, connect with communities, and engage in meaningful discussions about Religion and Spirituality.
Exploring Faith and Spirituality
The Role of Faith in Overcoming Adversity
Faith provides strength and comfort during difficult times. It helps people find hope and meaning in their struggles, and gives them the courage to keep moving forward.
The Power of Prayer
"The Lord is near to all who call upon Him, to all who call Him in truth."
Psalm145:18
Beloved, God will hear your prayers if you are sincerely seeking Him.
The Power of the Cross to Save
The name Jesus means "Jehovah is salvation."
Isaiah 53:5 But he was pierced for our transgressions;
he was crushed for our iniquities;
upon him was the chastisement that brought us peace,
and with his wounds we are healed. "
Study this, and find out what is yours through the death, and resurrection of Jesus, the Son of God.
To Know God is Eternal Life
Let us go on into maturity. The cross is the beginning of our life, but He didn't stay there, He is alive! We are growing together into becoming love
Exploring The Word of God which can literally give you life
Jesus said, "The words that I speak to you, they are spirit and they are life."
In Proverbs 8: "Those who find me find life, and obtain favor of the Lord."
Begin your journey with God, and you will find that He is real, as so many millions can attest. He created you, He loves you, and He has a good plan for your life.
The Practice of Faithfulness
Hebrews 11 says: "Without faith it is impossible to please Him." Our walk with God is supernatural, and He is the God of miracles.
The Importance of Compassion and Service
Compassion and service are at the heart of Christianity. God invites us to see the world through His eyes, and love the world with His love. By helping others and practicing empathy, we will deepen our own spiritual experience and make a positive impact in the world.