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What is Growth Ministry?
Growth ministry is the name for our education ministries. Whether you’re looking for devotions, a small group to join, or to find out about classes for all ages, you’ve come to the right place.
Let’s grow in faith together!
What is Growth Ministry?
Growth ministry is the name for our education ministries. Whether you’re looking for devotions, a small group to join, or to find out about classes for all ages, you’ve come to the right place.
Let’s grow in faith together!
Holy Cross Kids (Birth-Fifth Grade)
Sundays 10:30-11:30 a.m.
PK-K — Room 213
1st-3rd — Room 202
4th/5th — Room 222
Please register for Holy Cross Kids Ministries. Click on the link to register your child. It must be done every year. Thank you!
Holy Cross is in on the Parent Cue App!
We are excited to share the “PARENT CUE” App with you. Our lives are busy. As parents, we want to prioritize our children. Every parent has 936 weeks of influence from the time their child is born until they graduate from high school. Parent Cue connects you with practical things to read, do or say to help you engage with your child this week. You can download Parent Cue in the Play or App stores. To download and setup the app follow the steps below:
- Download the app from the Google Play and App Store (DOWNLOAD HERE)
- Follow the onscreen prompts to create your account
- Find our church “Holy Cross Lutheran Church”
- Then you can add your child(ren)s ages to get age specific information, Bible teaching ideas, and parenting helps.
Hi, my name is Lizz Massey and I am the Director of Kids and Middle School Ministries at Holy Cross. I am here to help equip you and your children with resources that make the Bible come alive. If you have any questions about Growth Ministry or classes at Holy Cross, please don’t hesitate to ask me.
Lizz Massey, DCE, Director of Kids and Middle School Ministries
LizzM@HolyCrossCS.org, 719.596.0661 (ext. 202)
Hi, my name is Lizz Massey and I am the Director of Kids and Middle School Ministries at Holy Cross. I am here to help equip you and your children with resources that make the Bible come alive. If you have any questions about Growth Ministry or classes at Holy Cross, please don’t hesitate to ask me.
Lizz Massey, DCE, Director of Kids and Middle School Ministries
LizzM@HolyCrossCS.org, 719.596.0661 (ext. 202)
Sundays 10:30-11:30 a.m.
PK-K — Room 213
1st-3rd — Room 202
4th/5th — Room 222
Please register for Holy Cross Kids Ministries. Click on the link to register your child. It must be done every year. Thank you!
Holy Cross is in on the Parent Cue App!
We are excited to share the “PARENT CUE” App with you. Our lives are busy. As parents, we want to prioritize our children. Every parent has 936 weeks of influence from the time their child is born until they graduate from high school. Parent Cue connects you with practical things to read, do or say to help you engage with your child this week. You can download Parent Cue in the Play or App stores. To download and setup the app follow the steps below:
- Download the app from the Google Play and App Store (DOWNLOAD HERE)
- Follow the onscreen prompts to create your account
- Find our church “Holy Cross Lutheran Church”
- Then you can add your child(ren)s ages to get age specific information, Bible teaching ideas, and parenting helps.
Middle School Ministry (Sixth-Eighth Grade)
Our affirmation program (called Confirmation in other Lutheran churches) is a three-year process beginning for students in the sixth-grade. Students will focus on building relationships with each other as they receive both foundational Biblical teachings of our faith and catechism instruction.
At the end of this three-year study, in front of the congregation, students will present both their statements of faith and what they’ve learned at event we call “Confirmation Conversations.” After successfully completing our affirmation program, students will be confirmed through the Rite of Confirmation.
Sundays 10:30-11:30 a.m.
1st/2nd Year Affirmation — Room 225
3rd Year Affirmation — Room 210
Wednesdays 6-8 p.m.
Grades 6 through Grade 12 meet in the Youth Room for fellowship and Bible study.
Parents/Guardians please register your child(ren) for the 2023-2024 year by using the following two links:
Connect your King Soopers account! Log on to their website using your member information. Navigate to “account” and locate “Community Rewards.” Then enter the code “JM611” or “Holy Cross Lutheran Church” to add us. After adding us, King Soopers will give a percentage of what you spend to our students.
Hi, my name is Lizz Massey and I am the Director of Kids and Middle School Ministries at Holy Cross. I am here to help equip you and your children with resources that make the Bible come alive. If you have any questions about Growth Ministry or classes at Holy Cross, please don’t hesitate to ask me.
Lizz Massey, DCE, Director of Kids and Middle School Ministries
LizzM@HolyCrossCS.org, 719.596.0661 (ext. 202)
Hi, my name is Lizz Massey and I am the Director of Kids and Middle School Ministries at Holy Cross. I am here to help equip you and your children with resources that make the Bible come alive. If you have any questions about Growth Ministry or classes at Holy Cross, please don’t hesitate to ask me.
Lizz Massey, DCE, Director of Kids and Middle School Ministries
LizzM@HolyCrossCS.org, 719.596.0661 (ext. 202)
Our affirmation program (called Confirmation in other Lutheran churches) is a three-year process beginning for students in the sixth-grade. Students will focus on building relationships with each other as they receive both foundational Biblical teachings of our faith and catechism instruction.
At the end of this three-year study, in front of the congregation, students will present both their statements of faith and what they’ve learned at event we call “Confirmation Conversations.” After successfully completing our affirmation program, students will be confirmed through the Rite of Confirmation.
Sundays 10:30-11:30 a.m.
1st/2nd Year Affirmation — Room 225
3rd Year Affirmation — Room 210
Wednesdays 6-8 p.m.
Grades 6 through Grade 12 meet in the Youth Room for fellowship and Bible study.
Parents/Guardians please register your child(ren) for the 2023-2024 year by using the following two links:
Connect your King Soopers account! Log on to their website using your member information. Navigate to “account” and locate “Community Rewards.” Then enter the code “JM611” or “Holy Cross Lutheran Church” to add us. After adding us, King Soopers will give a percentage of what you spend to our students.
High School Ministry (Ninth-12th Grade)
Sundays 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Youth Room
Wednesdays 6-8 p.m.
Grades 6 through Grade 12 meet in the Youth Room for fellowship and Bible study.
Parents/Guardians please register your child(ren) for the 2023-2024 year by using the following link:
Connect your King Soopers account! Log on to their website using your member information. Navigate to “account” and locate “Community Rewards.” Then enter the code “JM611” or “Holy Cross Lutheran Church” to add us. After adding us, King Soopers will give a percentage of what you spend to our students.
Sundays 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Youth Room
Wednesdays 6-8 p.m.
Grades 6 through Grade 12 meet in the Youth Room for fellowship and Bible study.
Parents/Guardians please register your child(ren) for the 2023-2024 year by using the following link:
Connect your King Soopers account! Log on to their website using your member information. Navigate to “account” and locate “Community Rewards.” Then enter the code “JM611” or “Holy Cross Lutheran Church” to add us. After adding us, King Soopers will give a percentage of what you spend to our students.
Adult Classes
Study of 2nd Peter
10-11 a.m. Thursdays Fireside Room
Aging with Grace
6-7 p.m. Wednesdays Room 102/103
Women’s Bible Study
6-8 p.m. (6-6:40 p.m. During Lent) Wednesdays Fireside Room
Hi, my name is Pam Pagel and I serve as the Growth Ministry administrative assistant. I am here to answer any questions you may have about adult classes or small groups at Holy Cross.
Pam Pagel, Administrative Assistant Growth Ministries
PamP@HolyCrossCS.org, 719.596.0661
Hi, my name is Pam Pagel and I serve as the Growth Ministry administrative assistant. I am here to answer any questions you may have about adult classes or small groups at Holy Cross.
Pam Pagel, Administrative Assistant Growth Ministries
PamP@HolyCrossCS.org, 719.596.0661
Study of 2nd Peter
10-11 a.m. Thursdays Fireside Room
Aging with Grace
6-7 p.m. Wednesdays Room 102/103
Women’s Bible Study
6-8 p.m. (6-6:40 p.m. During Lent) Wednesdays Fireside Room
LWML
“The Lutheran Women’s Missionary League (LWML) is an official auxiliary of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Since 1942, the LWML has focused on affirming each woman’s relationship with Christ, encouraging and equipping women to live out their Christian lives in active mission ministries and to support global missions.”
Meets the 3rd Tuesday of every month at Holy Cross in the Fireside Room or on Zoom at 7pm
Studying: “Measured by Grace, How God Defines Success” by Sharla Fritz
Project—Christmas angels for the children
Snacks provided
Contact: Nita Fitzgibbons or Jean Rolfs
Meets the 3rd Tuesday of every month at Holy Cross in Hiller Hall at 9:30 am
Studying: Various Bible studies from the LWML quarterlies
Project—Confirmation Banners
Snacks provided
Contact: Debbie Koster or Pat Howard
Meets the 2nd Monday of every month at Holy Cross in the Fireside Room or on Zoom at 10:00 AM.
Studying: Prayer – “Slaying the Giants in Your Life” by Dr David Jeremiah
Projects—Letters to shut-ins and Christmas cookies to soldiers.
Savory & sweet snacks provided.
Contact: Bev Smith or Sherry Kirk
Mites for Missions Sundays (3rd Sun. of each month)
Please bring your mites to the Ministry Center. Pick up a mite box if you don’t have one. All are invited to participate.
Rada Fundraiser (3rd Sun. of each month)
Rada Cutlery has tons of great products. Perfect for every cook (and non-cook). Every purchase you make helps our group! To order, simply CLICK HERE.
“The Lutheran Women’s Missionary League (LWML) is an official auxiliary of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Since 1942, the LWML has focused on affirming each woman’s relationship with Christ, encouraging and equipping women to live out their Christian lives in active mission ministries and to support global missions.”
Meets the 3rd Tuesday of every month at Holy Cross in the Fireside Room or on Zoom at 7pm
Studying: “Measured by Grace, How God Defines Success” by Sharla Fritz
Project—Christmas angels for the children
Snacks provided
Contact: Nita Fitzgibbons or Jean Rolfs
Meets the 3rd Tuesday of every month at Holy Cross in Hiller Hall at 9:30 am
Studying: Various Bible studies from the LWML quarterlies
Project—Confirmation Banners
Snacks provided
Contact: Debbie Koster or Pat Howard
Meets the 2nd Monday of every month at Holy Cross in the Fireside Room or on Zoom at 10:00 AM.
Studying: Prayer – “Slaying the Giants in Your Life” by Dr David Jeremiah
Projects—Letters to shut-ins and Christmas cookies to soldiers.
Savory & sweet snacks provided.
Contact: Bev Smith or Sherry Kirk
Mites for Missions Sundays (3rd Sun. of each month)
Please bring your mites to the Ministry Center. Pick up a mite box if you don’t have one. All are invited to participate.
Rada Fundraiser (3rd Sun. of each month)
Rada Cutlery has tons of great products. Perfect for every cook (and non-cook). Every purchase you make helps our group! To order, simply CLICK HERE.
Armed Forces Ministry
We are dedicated to those who have served or are currently on active duty and their family members (including Gold Star families). We invite you to experience fellowship, outreach, Bible study, and support services. Be sure to check out our bulletin board outside of Room 102/103.
Email us at holycrossafmc@gmail.com if you would like to be added to the roster.
Join other military service members, spouses, and family members for a fun, casual coffee group on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 9:30 a.m. in Hiller Hall. Child care is available.
We are dedicated to those who have served or are currently on active duty and their family members (including Gold Star families). We invite you to experience fellowship, outreach, Bible study, and support services. Be sure to check out our bulletin board outside of Room 102/103.
Email us at holycrossafmc@gmail.com if you would like to be added to the roster.
Join other military service members, spouses, and family members for a fun, casual coffee group on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 9:30 a.m. in Hiller Hall. Child care is available.
Find a Small Group
GroupVitals
GroupVitals is a website that host all of Holy Cross’ groups. In the GroupVitals portal you’ll be able to directly contact small group and other ministries leaders at Holy Cross.
Click the link below to discover all of Holy Cross’ groups.
Hi, my name is Pam Pagel and I serve as the Growth Ministry administrative assistant. I am here to answer any questions you may have about adult classes or small groups at Holy Cross.
Pam Pagel, Administrative Assistant Growth Ministries
PamP@HolyCrossCS.org, 719.596.0661
Hi, my name is Pam Pagel and I serve as the Growth Ministry administrative assistant. I am here to answer any questions you may have about adult classes or small groups at Holy Cross.
Pam Pagel, Administrative Assistant Growth Ministries
PamP@HolyCrossCS.org, 719.596.0661
Group Vitals
GroupVitals is a website that host all of Holy Cross’ groups. In the GroupVitals portal you’ll be able to directly contact small group and other ministries leaders at Holy Cross.
Click the link below to discover all of Holy Cross’ groups.
Praying With the Eyes
A Holy Cross daily devotion connecting the beauty of God’s Word with the beauty of God’s Creation.
A Holy Cross daily devotion connecting the beauty of God’s Word with the beauty of God’s Creation.
RightNow Media
Holy Cross has purchased a subscription to RightNow Media. Through Holy Cross, you have access to RightNow Media’s large database of Bible study resources. Study as group. Study as an individual. Stream Bible based cartoons for your kids. RightNow Media has it all.
Holy Cross has purchased a subscription to RightNow Media. Through Holy Cross you have access to RightNow Media’s large database of Bible study resources. Study as group. Study as an individual. Stream Bible based cartoons for your kids. RightNow Media has it all.