WHAT WE DO
CONNECTINGPeople want to help one another, but often don't know where or in what way. We address this by building community and relationships in the various circles of those whom we serve. Many hands make the load light. |
RESOURCING
Another element of networking is developing a growing database of resources that can be distributed quickly and efficiently. Whether it is housing, equipment, services, or friendships, we cannot do this on our own. |
COACHING
Individuals in pain often need a compassionate person to whom they can talk without consequences. Our ministry resides outside the chain of command for the organizations and groups we serve. That makes for a safe place for people to turn. |
WHAT WE BELIEVE
OUR BELIEFS
We believe in one God,
the Father, the Almighty,
maker of heaven and earth,
of all that is, seen and unseen.
We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ,
the only Son of God,
eternally begotten of the Father,
God from God, Light from Light,
true God from true God,
begotten, not made,
of one Being with the Father.
Through him all things were made.
For us and for our salvation
he came down from heaven:
by the power of the Holy Spirit
he became incarnate from the Virgin Mary,
and was made man.
For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate;
he suffered death and was buried.
On the third day he rose again
in accordance with the Scriptures;
he ascended into heaven
and is seated at the right hand of the Father.
He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead,
and his kingdom will have no end.
We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life,
who proceeds from the Father and the Son.
With the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified.
He has spoken through the Prophets.
We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church.
We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins.
We look for the resurrection of the dead,
and the life of the world to come. Amen.
the Father, the Almighty,
maker of heaven and earth,
of all that is, seen and unseen.
We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ,
the only Son of God,
eternally begotten of the Father,
God from God, Light from Light,
true God from true God,
begotten, not made,
of one Being with the Father.
Through him all things were made.
For us and for our salvation
he came down from heaven:
by the power of the Holy Spirit
he became incarnate from the Virgin Mary,
and was made man.
For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate;
he suffered death and was buried.
On the third day he rose again
in accordance with the Scriptures;
he ascended into heaven
and is seated at the right hand of the Father.
He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead,
and his kingdom will have no end.
We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life,
who proceeds from the Father and the Son.
With the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified.
He has spoken through the Prophets.
We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church.
We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins.
We look for the resurrection of the dead,
and the life of the world to come. Amen.
CROSSROADS MISSION CARE/CROSSROADS FARM
Who we are and how we want to grow.
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OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS
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Megan Joraanstad
Board Chair 
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Colorado
Megan was born and raised in Singapore where she had the privilege of having Gil and Patti Carter as her Young Life leaders. After graduating from high school she went to Biola University in California where she then graduated with a B.S. in Accounting, and met her future husband, Seth. After working as a tax accountant for two years, getting married, and helping to lead a young adults Bible Study at her church, she found she had a real passion for the Old Testament. Megan and her husband then moved to Denver, CO so she could begin her studies at Denver Seminary to receive an Master of Arts in Old Testament Biblical Studies. While completing her degree she began doing accounting for several small nonprofit ministries, and was able to get a good grasp for the nonprofit sector, its regulations, and the struggles that many nonprofits face. She also began working as a gymnastics coach and found that she was doing as much mentoring for her gymnasts as teaching cartwheels and flips. Through these experiences she found that the world has a deep need to be encouraged and not feel like they are competing for a prize all the time. While Gil and Patti Carter lived in Colorado Springs, Megan and her family were able to see them several times a year to celebrate milestones and holidays together. She in honored to continue the relationship and serve with them in their ministry. Megan lives in Highlands Ranch, CO with her husband, and two kids. She enjoys traveling, writing stories, reading, and gardening. Megan joined the Crossroads Board of Directors in 2017 |
Evie Ehret
Secretary |
Virgina
Evie has lived all over the world. She was born in Seattle, WA, moved to Phoenix, AZ, and then spent her high school years in Singapore with her family. It was in Singapore that she first met Gil and Patti Carter as her Young Life leaders. After returning to Seattle to attend the University of Washington, Evie received her commission in the United States Marine Corp where she served for six years. After the Marine Corps, she took the opportunity to travel the world and work on Spanish language skills before returning to San Diego, CA to begin graduate school to become an Occupation Therapist. Evie now works for the VA as an Occupational Therapist in Hampton, Virginia, where she has the great privilege of caring for our nation’s warriors, young and old. Evie has remained closely connected with the Carter family through their years of ministry with Young Life around the world and into this next season of starting up a grassroots ministry to serve those who serve. She joined the Crossroads Board of Directors in 2017. |
Seth Joraanstad
Fundraising |
Colorado
Seth first met the Carter’s over 10 years ago and was instantly moved by their servants’ heart and passion for caring for others. After graduating from Biola University, Seth and his wife (Chairwoman) moved to Colorado, where he has held a number senior accounting and finance roles in the engineering, manufacturing, and cybersecurity industries. Seth went on to earn a Master of Business Administration-Operations Management from Regis University and is currently the Financial Controller for a Federal Contractor. In addition to the CMC Board, he also serves on the board of Wellspring Anglican Church. Seth and his family live in Highlands Ranch CO. He enjoys flying, wrenching on cars, and traveling. Seth joined the Crossroads Board of Directors in November of 2020 |
Ray Render
Director |
Tennessee
Draft
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Nikki Meyer
Director |
Tennessee
Draft
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