Monday, August 31, 2009. Kids and adults worked side by side by side coloring, cutting, stapling, and assembling a colorful collection of fishing pond games. Thursday, April 2, 2009. Wednesday, April 1, 2009. The basement is full of crafty participants.

Friday, April 3, 2009. Reflections from Karen and Judi. The Blankets for the Loudoun Free Clinic Mission experienced busy hands, family buzz, lots of fuzz, and a surprise visit from the director of the Free Clinic. Wednesday, April 1, 2009. The blanket makers get down to business. Judi and Karen lead the worship component. 4 5th Sunday Blog Home. Care Packages for Foster Children at College. Christ House Breakfast and Church Service.

Friday, April 3, 2009. From Car Wash to Cookies, Bracelets and Letters. Dreary, drizzly weather meant it was time to shut down the Free Car Wash Mission. But nothing could keep the SONshine out of the alternate missions undertaken by the Confirmation Class at Crossroads.

Wednesday, April 1, 2009. The team that went to Christ House was small but very engaged in offering this time with our family in DC as an act of love and worship. After breakfast was served by our group another group came in from another DC church and did the clean-up. We watched the men convert the small dining area into a worship space with altar and equipm.

Thursday, April 2, 2009. Tuesday, March 31, 2009. The Director of Orphan Foundation of America was very appreciative of our service. Thanks again for making OFA apart of your mission. 21351 Gentry Drive, Suite 130.

Monday, August 31, 2009. Food and Fellowship had an abundance of good food to share with our neighbors downtown. Food and Fellowship at Franklin Park. 4 5th Sunday Blog Home. Care Packages for Foster Children at College. Christ House Breakfast and Church Service. Food and Fellowship at Franklin Park. Hebron House Meal and Party. Homeless Shelter Meal and Party.

Saturday, September 5, 2009. Hebron House BBQ and Games. Monday, March 30, 2009. Hebron House started out with a worship service at the church before heading out for fun and games with the residents of this homeless shelter, run by Good Shepherd Alliance. There was laughter and comraderie as this group set out to share the joy of the Lord with the residents of Hebron House. Hebron House Meal and Party. 4 5th Sunday Blog Home. Care Packages for Foster Children at College.

Wednesday, April 1, 2009. The crew who went to the homeless shelter. Tuesday, March 31, 2009. We were all touched by the residents at the Loudoun Emergency. Meeting them, and learning more about their circumstances,. Mother, father, two.

Wednesday, April 1, 2009. Images around the room help set the tone. Letter writers pour out their good wishes and blessings. The card making was undertaken with passion and creativity. From 3 year-old sticker mania to beautiful cards of encouragement and love, it was a production! Many included family photos. One dad shared a much worn wallet photo of his daughters. A 7 year-old pasted up her photo on a rainbow then filled in every inch of her card with design and words.

Wednesday, April 1, 2009. Monday, March 30, 2009. Wet, muddy and enthusiastic servants! When Scott Bashore asked for either rakes or hip waders, I knew this team of servants was ready to jump right in! Fortunately for everyone, Tom called Mauri and we found the rakes. We invite you to come and visit this lovely little strem in the edge of the Crossroads property. It is now restored to a pristine condition, ready to receive you in a place of contempletive prayer with God the Creator. Sunday, March 29, 2009.