Inviting our neighbors to discover, enjoy, and share the life Jesus offers… Together.
On YouTubeIn-PersonWhat we believe:
There is a God.
He loves you and he is for you.
He is not disinterested or mad at you.
He wants you to know, trust, and love him as a good and perfect heavenly father.
He became a human, Jesus.
Jesus showed us what God is really like and died and rose again to restore our relationship with him and with one another.
He invites everyone to enjoy a transforming, meaningful, and relational life through his love… now and forever.
A little different...
More below, but you’ll discover we intentionally do things a little different around here…
- Gatherings 2x per month, with music, communion and a meal afterwards (short + sweet).
- Weekly small groups in homes
- “Sermons” are only online, weekly
- Focus on community, loving neighbor, being FOR Salem.
Leadership + Teamwork
Crosscreek relies on the support and efforts of an amazing list of contributors. Some attend staff meetings, comprise our Board of Directors, do the accounting, play music, serve at our gatherings, cook food for Youth Connect, lead a Connect Group, and help with our online content. Let us know if you’re interested in finding ways to plug in. Contact us via our Welcome Form.
Statement of Faith
- Our Statement of Faith
- Following Jesus + Politics: 2 Timothy 2:23-24. James 1:26-27. Romans 13:1. 1 Peter 2:13-17.
Questions? Contact us here.
A place to explore questions and doubts.
We release a new episodes each week. Watch or listen anytime, anywhere. Discussion questions available in the show notes / description.
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or listen online.
WATCH
Together For Salem online.
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GATHER
on 2nd and 4th Sundays at 4:30pm. See our calendar.
Experience community, simply.
We gather as a community on the 2nd & 4th Sundays of the month. There are Kids’ environments available pre-k through Grade 5, but they are also welcome to stay with you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can we expect?
– A few simple songs (usually a guitar and maybe a violin) to sing along to or just listen.
– A short encouraging message or Bible passage reading.
– Communion together (all are welcome at the table, but you can also skip this).
– Another song and a simple prayer.
– After dismissal, we will set out some tables and a potluck-style meal. We’d love for you to stay for this part too!
How many are at your gatherings?
– Between 20 and 40 people gather in the main room. It just depends!
Why don’t you meet every week?
– There are a number of factors. We’ll list a few: money for rent we pay, staffing a volunteer crew, keep schedules free/open for other ways to be in community & neighboring… to name a few.
– This is our for-now situation. We are always praying and evaluating. And the conversation is open.
– We encourage your to watch/listen to weekly content online and take part in weekly small groups.
Do I need to believe in Jesus to attend?
No. We created this church in 2017 to be a place where faith in Jesus can be explored and isn’t assumed or expected. We welcome your questions, your doubts, and the process of faith. You don’t have to believe to belong. And we won’t make any assumptions: we promise to explain briefly what’s happening and invite you to join in. You can also sit back and just check things out. You’re safe here.
I have another question not listed.
GATHER
A simple in-person time every 2nd and 4th Sundays, 4:30pm.
Shared stories, music and a meal. See our calendar.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can we expect?
– A few simple songs (usually a guitar and maybe a violin) to sing along to or just listen.
– A short encouraging message or Bible passage reading.
– Communion together (all are welcome at the table, but you can also skip this).
– Another song and a simple prayer.
– After dismissal, we will set out some tables and a potluck-style meal. We’d love for you to stay for this part too!
How many are at your gatherings?
– Between 20 and 40 people gather in the main room. It just depends!
Why don’t you meet every week?
– There are a number of factors. We’ll list a few: money for rent we pay, staffing a volunteer crew, keep schedules free/open for other ways to be in community & neighboring… to name a few.
– This is our for-now situation. We are always praying and evaluating. And the conversation is open.
– We encourage your to watch/listen to weekly content online and take part in weekly small groups.
Do I need to believe in Jesus to attend?
No. We created this church in 2017 to be a place where faith in Jesus can be explored and isn’t assumed or expected. We welcome your questions, your doubts, and the process of faith. You don’t have to believe to belong. And we won’t make any assumptions: we promise to explain briefly what’s happening and invite you to join in. You can also sit back and just check things out. You’re safe here.
I have another question not listed.
Connect with others.
Discover a community who is for you and each other. In our small groups, you don’t have to believe to belong.
We connect in homes throughout the Salem/Keizer area weekly.
Connect
Fill out this easy form to find out more or join a group:
Connect
You don’t have to believe to belong.
Discover a community that is for you and each other.
ALLIANCES
Connect one-on-one and grow deeper in your faith.
Partner in a 1:1 Alliance.
Grow, support, and encourage one another in everyday life. No one is an expert, and we all have something to learn from each other and alongside one another. Alliances are groups of 2 or 3 people growing deeper together.
Beginner's Guide
Step 1: Find a focus
Following Jesus is a life-long process of discovering, enjoying, and sharing the life Jesus offers. Different phases of life often require different points of focus. To help track your growth and discover an area you could focus on in this phase we offer this simple Self-Reflection.
Step 2: Find An ALLY
Invite one friend, coworker, neighbor, family member, etc. to join you in growing in this particular focus. If you need or want, email us and we can help match you with an ally.
Step 3: Find a resource together
Alliances utilize a variety of resources to help facilitate relationships and growth. Choose a resource from our recommendations or feel free to use something you find.
Step 4: Decide on a rhythm
Download this simple printable PDF to help guide your rhythm decisions & meetup conversations.
ALLIANCES
Connect one-on-one and grow deeper in your faith.
No one is an expert, and we all have something to learn from each other and alongside one another.
Beginner's Guide
Step 1: Find a focus
Following Jesus is a life-long process of discovering, enjoying, and sharing the life Jesus offers. Different phases of life often require different points of focus. To help track your growth and discover an area you could focus on in this phase we offer this simple Self-Reflection.
Step 2: Find An ALLY
Invite one friend, coworker, neighbor, family member, etc. to join you in growing in this particular focus. If you need or want, email us and we can help match you with an ally.
Step 3: Find a resource together
Alliances utilize a variety of resources to help facilitate relationships and growth. Choose a resource from our recommendations or feel free to use something you find.
Step 4: Decide on a rhythm
Download this simple printable PDF to help guide your rhythm decisions & meetup conversations.
Text forsalem to 94000 to receive text message updates about messages, gatherings, and FOR Salem opportunities!
Give to Crosscreek
and keep a good thing goin’…
Crosscreek provides a safe space to ask questions and grow in your faith. A place where you can truly “belong before you believe.” We have enjoyed the supportive community both at the bi-monthly gatherings and in our weekly connect group. Our kids have also formed lasting friendships and look forward each time to seeing them! Our family is very grateful to Crosscreek and the inclusive and safe environment it has created for both believers and questioning believers alike!
From day one, we felt welcomed. This church is full of people who love Jesus and the community, with a heart for service. During COVID, the online content has been engaging and I love the monthly suggestions for how we can support our local area and show Salem we are FOR them, and God is FOR them.
I’ve been to so many churches in my life. I’ve never felt so completely comfortable as I do with Crosscreek people! Whether in person or virtually, these amazing Jesus-followers show everyone that loving Christ and others is our #1 job, that we may not get it right all the time, but we still get to try again. You won’t get the feeling of being judged for how you live your life! They will show you how you may WANT to live your life closer to Jesus.
I love this church. The people here are so welcoming. I don’t think I have ever found a more caring and non-judgmental church than Crosscreek.
…FOR Salem because God is FOR Salem.
