Welcome to Crabapple

We live in a time when people describe their lives as lacking any kind of center. Employers move us here and there. Extended families are scattered all around. Even our neighbors are often strangers to us. We long for authentic community and deep, purposeful investment in the lives of others. We long for a place to call home.

At Crabapple, we believe that Jesus Christ is the center of all things. The Bible teaches us that He is the Creator, Redeemer, and Sustainer of all. We are a community of His followers, committed to growing in our faith and to helping families discover the true joy that comes through faith in Jesus Christ. We are a family of brothers and sisters, bonded together through the Gospel. We invite you to come and discover Crabapple for yourself. We invite you to come home.

God desires above all else that He be exalted for His glory. For Christians, this happens when we treasure God more than anything else in this life. Ephesians 1:11-12 tells believers, "In him we have obtained an inheritance, having been predestined according to the purpose of him who works all things according to the counsel of his will, so that we who were the first to hope in Christ might be to the praise of his glory." At Crabapple, we are spending this year focused on the theme "Life for the Praise of His Glory." As believers we should truly desire to take every thought, word, and deed captive to the glory of God. There is no greater thing for which to live.

December Memory Verses:

And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth. And from his fullness we have all received, grace upon grace. For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ.

John 1:14, 16-17

Every year, Crabapple participates in the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering for world missions. This offering goes to support over 5,500 Southern Baptist missionaries across the globe. Every penny given to Lottie Moon is directly used to support Southern Baptist missionaries as they share the Gospel overseas. The national goal for the offering is $170 million. Our goal at Crabapple is $50,000. Click here to find out more about the offering. How much will your family give?

Do you wonder about who Jesus really was? Are you curious about the Bible and about Christianity? Beginning Tuesday, January 13 and lasting ten consecutive Tuesdays (through March 17), come and be part of our Christianity Explored group. Whether you're a new Christian, a non-Christian, or a skeptic, we invite you to bring your thoughts and questions and join a lively discussion at Jittery Joe's in Crabapple. The group will meet at 7:00 pm and will take a look at the Gospel of Mark. Click here for directions to Jittery Joe's.

This winter, our essentials discipleship will feature one large group seminar focused on financial stewardship. The class will last 13 weeks and will use materials from Financial Peace University. This is a great adult discipleship opportunity and a chance to reach out and invite friends. To sign-up, plan to attend one of two “preview” sessions: Jan. 4 and Jan.11--both at 5:00 pm in room 201A. Class begins Sunday, Jan. 25 at 5:00 pm.

Newly Added Awana Information
12/23/08

Parents and Awana leaders, login to your account and join the "AWANA" group (If you do not have an account, sign up for one). There you will find all sorts of information about the Awana ministry, including the 2009 Club Calendar.

Looking for a place to serve?
12/24/08

At Crabapple, we desire for all our members to get involved in ministry opportunities. Click the link above to discover some pressing needs. Where does the Lord have you serving?

Winter Women's BIble Studies Announced
12/24/08

Click on the above link and scroll down to find out about some edifying Bible study opportunities beginning after the first of the year.

Financial Peace University Preview
1/4/09 5:00 PM
201A

Crabapple will be hosting FPU this winter. The 13-week class begins on Sunday evening, January 25. Please come to one of two special previews of this class: January 4 or January 11. Here you will find out more about FPU as well as the commitment involved.

Christianity Explored
1/13/09 - 3/17/09 7:00 PM
Jittery Joe's in Crabapple

Christianity Explored begins meeting next month at Jittery Joe's in Crabapple. Click the above link to find out more about this group. It is open to anyone who would like to be a part, but new Christians and non-Christians are especially invited.