Women of all ages are invited to a six-week Easter Season Bible study on the book of Colossians. We will meet on Wednesdays in the Great Hall (church basement) from April 10 through May 15.
Sign up online or email Stephanie Bascom to let us know you’re coming so we can order a study book (at no cost) for you.
Adult women of all ages are welcome! The goal is to create a relaxed, casual atmosphere where women can come as they are and enjoy time together. We’ll meet at Thirty Bales (1106 Mainstreet) in Hopkins.
Please sign up by May 7 so we can make reservations at the restaurant to prepare for our group. If you have any questions, please email Cindy Schmickle.
Join us for a time to build deeper relationships with other men, share life, and challenge each other in our walk with the Lord. Our hour in the church library will focus on fellowship, discussing the Daily Office readings, and prayer. Please contact Keelan or John Towner with any questions.
Women of all ages are invited to a six-week Easter Season Bible study on the book of Colossians. We will meet on Wednesdays in the Great Hall (church basement) from April 10 through May 15.
Sign up online or email Stephanie Bascom to let us know you’re coming so we can order a study book (at no cost) for you.
Join us for a time to build deeper relationships with other men, share life, and challenge each other in our walk with the Lord. Our hour in the church library will focus on fellowship, discussing the Daily Office readings, and prayer. Please contact Keelan or John Towner with any questions.
Parents, caregivers, and children who want some fun time to play with other kids are welcome to join in on this casual playtime together. If the weather is nice (above 55), we’ll meet at Burnes Park in Hopkins. Otherwise, we’ll meet at Cross. Please email Andrea Pope with any questions.
All men are welcome for this time of fellowship. We meet at a different house each month for this casual hangout time. Feel free to bring a lawn chair and your favorite beverage (for yourself or to share). We'll meet at Keelan Diehl’s house in Wayzata.
Please sign up so we know who is coming. 👉 Click here to sign up
If you have any questions, please contact Keelan.
Join us for a time to build deeper relationships with other men, share life, and challenge each other in our walk with the Lord. Our hour in the church library will focus on fellowship, discussing the Daily Office readings, and prayer. Please contact Keelan or John Towner with any questions.
For 18 through mid-30s, we meet to share a meal. This ongoing group offers a great place to pray together while considering vocation, current topics, ministry throughout our lives, and just being a supportive community for each other. We’ll meet at Church of the Cross.
Contact Casey and Marty Ochs to learn more.
(Note: We will eat dinner together, then join in the sanctuary for the 7pm Time Set Apart service.)
Offered by our prayer ministry team, this service is an invitation to set aside time in your week and whatever's going on to spend with God and let the Holy Spirit minister to your heart. Come as you are: busy, tired, overwhelmed, etc. This quiet evening is your opportunity to pray, worship, and listen to what the Lord might have to say. During service, we share communion and listen to a short teaching led by Deacon Cheryl that sparks a time of silent reflection. Although it's not required, the prayer ministry team will be available to pray with you about anything on your heart--something you may have carried in with you or discovered during your "time set apart" with the Lord. Come to be seen and encouraged; the Lord delights in spending time with you.
Join us for a time to build deeper relationships with other men, share life, and challenge each other in our walk with the Lord. Our hour in the church library will focus on fellowship, discussing the Daily Office readings, and prayer. Please contact Keelan or John Towner with any questions.
Adult women of all ages are welcome! The goal is to create a relaxed, casual atmosphere where women can come as they are and enjoy time together. We’ll meet at Skylar Zilka’s house in Bloomington. Drinks and snacks will be provided, but you’re welcome to bring something to share. Please bring a lawn chair if you have one and sign up here so the host can best prepare their space.
If you have any questions, please email Kris Ford.
This year, our Next Generation Prayer Team is launching us into our theme this year: The Fruit of the Spirit. Please make sure to register if your child is going to participate. Knowing numbers ahead of time helps us prepare. 😊
VBS Event Details:
Date: June 24-27, Monday through Thursday*
Time: 9:30-11:30am
Place: Church of the Cross (201 9th Avenue North Hopkins, MN 55343)
Ages: Pre-K through those entering 6th grade in Fall 2023
*On Thursday, we will end our time with a community lunch, so please plan to stay! 🌭
If you have questions or want to learn more, you can contact our Children’s Pastor, Andrea Lang.
For 18 through mid-30s, we meet weekly to share a meal. This ongoing group offers a great place to pray together while considering vocation, current topics, ministry throughout our lives, and just being a supportive community for each other. We will meet at Church of the Cross (or Central Park, weather permitting).
Contact Casey and Marty Ochs to learn more.
Join us for a time to build deeper relationships with other men, share life, and challenge each other in our walk with the Lord. Our hour in the church library will focus on fellowship, discussing the Daily Office readings, and prayer. Please contact Keelan or John Towner with any questions.
Women of all ages are invited to a six-week Easter Season Bible study on the book of Colossians. We will meet on Wednesdays in the Great Hall (church basement) from April 10 through May 15.
Sign up online or email Stephanie Bascom to let us know you’re coming so we can order a study book (at no cost) for you.
If you are newer to Church of the Cross, you are invited to a dinner at Christian and Molly Ruch’s house (6615 Maloney Ave, Hopkins, MN 55343). Come to learn more about the church, meet some other new people, and ask questions about our church community. If you’d like to join in, please RSVP here.
Join us for a time to build deeper relationships with other men, share life, and challenge each other in our walk with the Lord. Our hour in the church library will focus on fellowship, discussing the Daily Office readings, and prayer. Please contact Keelan or John Towner with any questions.
Women of all ages are invited to a six-week Easter Season Bible study on the book of Colossians. We will meet on Wednesdays in the Great Hall (church basement) from April 10 through May 15.
Sign up online or email Stephanie Bascom to let us know you’re coming so we can order a study book (at no cost) for you.
Parents, caregivers, and children who want some fun time to play with other kids are welcome to join in on this casual playtime together. We’ll meet at Cross. Please email Andrea Pope with any questions.
For 18 through mid-30s, we meet weekly to share a meal. This ongoing group offers a great place to pray together while considering vocation, current topics, ministry throughout our lives, and just being a supportive community for each other.
This meeting will kick off our summer “Cabin Days” outings with a trip to Ben and Zoe’s place in Glencoe to bless them with a work day. All food is provided; all you need to do is show up! More details coming.
Contact Casey and Marty Ochs to learn more.
Join us for a time to build deeper relationships with other men, share life, and challenge each other in our walk with the Lord. Our hour in the church library will focus on fellowship, discussing the Daily Office readings, and prayer. Please contact Keelan or John Towner with any questions.
Women of all ages are invited to a six-week Easter Season Bible study on the book of Colossians. We will meet on Wednesdays in the Great Hall (church basement) from April 10 through May 15.
Sign up online or email Stephanie Bascom to let us know you’re coming so we can order a study book (at no cost) for you.
Join us for a time to build deeper relationships with other men, share life, and challenge each other in our walk with the Lord. Our hour in the church library will focus on fellowship, discussing the Daily Office readings, and prayer. Please contact Keelan or John Towner with any questions.
We are pleased to welcome Halle Rittgers (hallerittgers.com) (@Hallerittgers_studio) as our next artist at our Church of the Cross Art Gallery. Halle is a graduate of Bethel University and has used her love and knowledge of color balance, painting and mixed media to create beautiful abstract pieces. Please join us to enjoy some light refreshments, hear more about her experiences and creative process, and ask her questions.
Adult women of all ages are welcome! The goal is to create a relaxed, casual atmosphere where women can come as they are and enjoy time together. We’ll meet at Nacho's Mexican Grill (1016 Mainstreet, Hopkins, MN 55343) to start, then proceed at 7pm to the Art Gallery Opening at Cross together. Come for the entire time or stop by for part of it—we’d love to have you either way!
Please sign up so we can have the restaurant prepare for our group. If you have any questions, please email Kris Ford.
WANT TO HOST? We're in need of some hosts in the coming months. If you're willing to host the ladies for an upcoming evening, please email Kris Ford.
Women of all ages are invited to a six-week Easter Season Bible study on the book of Colossians. We will meet on Wednesdays in the Great Hall (church basement) from April 10 through May 15.
Sign up online or email Stephanie Bascom to let us know you’re coming so we can order a study book (at no cost) for you.
Please join us for this introduction to Church of the Cross. The class covers our church's mission, vision, and values as well as our Anglican heritage. There are lots of opportunities to ask questions and get to know others who are newer to our church. It's the first step for anyone interested in becoming a confirmed member, but is open to all who want to learn more about our community. An optional lunch will follow the class. If you'd like to attend, please sign up here.
Join us for a time to build deeper relationships with other men, share life, and challenge each other in our walk with the Lord. Our hour in the church library will focus on fellowship, discussing the Daily Office readings, and prayer. Please contact Keelan or John Towner with any questions.
For 18 through mid-30s, we meet to share a meal. This ongoing group offers a great place to pray together while considering vocation, current topics, ministry throughout our lives, and just being a supportive community for each other. We’ll meet at Church of the Cross.
Contact Casey and Marty Ochs to learn more.
On this, our most important holiday, we celebrate Christ’s resurrection and the new life it brings to us. This joyful service includes singing, readings, a sermon, and the celebration of the Eucharist.
On this, our most important holiday, we celebrate Christ’s resurrection and the new life it brings to us. This joyful service includes singing, readings, a sermon, and the celebration of the Eucharist.
Since the first centuries of the Church, the Vigil has marked the beginning of Easter with baptisms, renewal of baptismal vows, and celebration of the Eucharist.
But first, the Vigil powerfully retells the story of salvation history beginning with creation, continuing with God’s covenant with the Israelites, and reaching a climax in Jesus’ life, death and resurrection. In this service, we remember God’s past work and eternal faithfulness.
For the first time since Lent began, we proclaim Alleluia together as a congregation–a moment that is marked by the ringing of bells, keys, etc. (Please bring bells.)
(NOTE: The 4:30pm service will be shorter than the 7:00pm service, and is a great service for families with young children, or just for those who can’t stay up quite so late the night before Easter. This service will include the dramatic readings, songs, and a sermon, but will not include baptisms or the Eucharist.)
The 7pm service will also be livestreamed.
Since the first centuries of the Church, the Vigil has marked the beginning of Easter with baptisms, renewal of baptismal vows, and celebration of the Eucharist.
But first, the Vigil powerfully retells the story of salvation history beginning with creation, continuing with God’s covenant with the Israelites, and reaching a climax in Jesus’ life, death and resurrection. In this service, we remember God’s past work and eternal faithfulness.
For the first time since Lent began, we proclaim Alleluia together as a congregation–a moment that is marked by the ringing of bells, keys, etc. (Please bring bells.)
(NOTE: The 4:30pm service will be shorter than the 7:00pm service, and is a great service for families with young children, or just for those who can’t stay up quite so late the night before Easter. This service will include the dramatic readings, songs, and a sermon, but will not include baptisms or the Eucharist.)
The 7pm service will also be livestreamed.
Join us for an unforgettable Easter Carnival & Egg Hunt at Church of the Cross (201 9th Ave N). Kids of all ages are welcome to attend this free, community-wide event with their parents or guardian.
You’ll have a blast with your kids playing games, meeting the neighbors, and enjoying complimentary coffee and breakfast treats on us.
Several carnival games will be available in the parking lot for kids of all ages. The egg hunt is for children ages five and younger, taking place on the front lawn from 10 to 10:30am.
Click "Going" on our Facebook Event if you plan to come, and tell your friends to tag along with their kids. This event is an annual favorite for many families in and around Hopkins–and this year, it’s getting a level up. You won’t want to miss it.
(Note: This event is weather permitting and may be canceled due to inclement weather.)
The Good Friday service focuses on Christ’s passion and death for us on the cross. It is a somber service, but also one of hope as we remember what Jesus accomplished for us. It includes readings, prayers, music, and a reflection on the cross of Christ.
** Every year, we take a special offering during our Good Friday service that is designated for a specific ministry of mercy. More details on this are coming soon.
This service will also be livestreamed for those unable to attend in person.
In this service, we celebrate Christ’s last night with his disciples through scripture, music, prayers, a sermon, and the celebration of the Eucharist.
This service will also be livestreamed for those unable to attend in person.
Parents, caregivers, and children who want some fun time to play with other kids are welcome to join in on this casual playtime together. We’ll meet at Cross. Please email Andrea Pope with any questions.
Services at 9 AM & 10:45 AM
Holy Week begins with this celebration of Christ’s triumphant entry into Jerusalem. We start the service downstairs (or outside, weather permitting) with the Blessing of the Psalms and then process together into the sanctuary.
Join us for a time to build deeper relationships with other men, share life, and challenge each other in our walk with the Lord. Our hour in the church library will focus on fellowship, discussing the Daily Office readings, and prayer. Please contact Keelan or John Towner with any questions.
There are many ways to meditate on God’s word.
Almost 300 years ago, a German composer named Johann Sebastian Bach gave us all a tremendous meditation on the Word of God. St. Matthew’s Passion was probably performed for the first time on Good Friday in 1727. It stands, to this day, as a towering work of worship and a wonderful way to meditate on the Word of God.
We will listen to the work on vinyl records in the church library. Our hope is that it will provide a way to think of the Passion in a new way. Because the work is in German, copies of the Scriptures with English translations will be provided. Come for as little of as much of the work as you would like. There will be a few natural breaks throughout the audio. Coffee and light snacks will be provided.
Sign up here or email Deacon Joel if you’re interested in attending.
Join us for a time to build deeper relationships with other men, share life, and challenge each other in our walk with the Lord. Our hour in the church library will focus on fellowship, discussing the Daily Office readings, and prayer. Please contact Keelan or John Towner with any questions.
Adult women of all ages are welcome! The goal is to create a relaxed, casual atmosphere where women can come as they are and enjoy time together. We’ll meet at Melanie Hardacker’s house in Hopkins. Please sign up here so the host can best prepare their space.
If you have any questions, please email Kris Ford.
