The Cross Current

OCTOBER IS PASTOR APPRECIATION MONTH

This month, let’s take time to honour, recognize, pray for, and appreciate our pastors.

Pastoral ministry is a calling that carries great responsibility. Our pastors faithfully preach God’s Word, shepherd His people, pray for us, encourage us, walk with us through difficult seasons, and equip us to live and serve for Christ.

Don’t let this month pass without letting your pastor know that their faithfulness is seen and appreciated.

Pray for them. Encourage them. Thank them. Honour them.

“Remember your leaders, those who spoke to you the word of God. Consider the outcome of their way of life, and imitate their faith.” — Hebrews 13:7

Church, let’s be intentional this month—and every month—to love and support those who faithfully shepherd us.

To know Christ is to treasure Him. And when we truly treasure Christ, we cannot help but make Him known.

May our greatest pursuit be knowing Jesus more deeply, living faithfully for Him, and boldly sharing the good news of the gospel with those around us.

Know Christ. Make Christ known. ✝️

God’s love is greater than we can measure, and His faithfulness reaches farther than we can see.

When circumstances change, God remains faithful. When we feel uncertain, His steadfast love remains sure.

Let His faithfulness fill your heart with confidence today—and let your life be a testimony of His goodness to those around you.

His love is great. His faithfulness is unchanging. His promises are sure.

Join us at HopeFest 2026! 🎉

📍 Victoria Park, London, ON
🗓️ Saturday, September 26, 2026
⏰ 3:00–8:00 PM

More details at www.londonhopefest.ca

When fear and uncertainty come, we don’t have to face them alone. The Lord holds our hand, strengthens us, and reminds us that He is our help.

Whatever you are facing today, trust His presence. He is faithful, He is near, and He will not let go.

Fear not. The Lord your God is with you. 🙏

🍁As Canada grows darker, we must shine the light of the Gospel brighter.

The mission isn’t simply to reach more people with the Gospel. It’s to equip Christians to share Christ, make disciples, and equip others to do the same.

That’s why we’re gathering for the 2026 Gospel Unity & Partnership Gala with The Cross Current!

✨ MULTIPLYING EVANGELISM BY MAKING DISCIPLES ✨

Join us for an inspiring evening featuring:
🍽️ A full three-course meal
🙌 Powerful testimonies
🎯 A vision for multiplying evangelism across Canada

📅 Monday, November 9, 2026
🕕 6:00 p.m.
📍 Best Western Plus Stoneridge Inn & Conference Centre — London, ON

And we’d love for you to come with a table of friends, family, church members, or ministry partners!

👉 REGISTER NOW: thecrosscurrent.com/2026-london-gospel-gala
Please note: The Cross Current is not able to issue charitable tax receipts for gala tables or tickets.

Together, let’s multiply evangelism by making disciples.🍁

God has done wondrous things! Let’s not keep His goodness to ourselves. Give thanks, praise His name, and make Christ known by telling others about His faithfulness and the hope found in the gospel.

Who can you tell about Jesus today?

When we truly understand the grace we have received through Christ, gratitude should overflow into our lives—and into our witness.

We were once separated from God because of our sin, but through Christ’s perfect life, sacrificial death, and victorious resurrection, God has made a way for us to be reconciled to Him. We have received forgiveness, mercy, and the hope of eternal life—not because we earned it, but because of what Christ has done for us.

Our gospel witness, then, is not simply an obligation—it is an overflow of gratitude.

May our gratitude for the gospel move us beyond simply being thankful for what Christ has done for us and compel us to make Him known to others.

Who in your life needs to hear the good news of Jesus Christ?