Even so, it is well with my soul
Joshua 1:9
Welcome to the Crossroads District!
The Crossroads district is made up of 70 United Methodist churches from Victoria to Manor, Seguin to Columbus, Edna to Del Valle, and beyond. God is bringing us together as one district of the Rio Texas Conference of the United Methodist Church. We exist to support local churches and communities of faith make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation for the world! Pray for God to do a special work in us and in our communities.
Continue to be in prayer with us as we begin this new chapter in our District, welcoming our clergy, both new and returning appointments. May we seek Christ's guidance fervently as we strive towards FRUITFULNESS in our congregations and ministries.
Contact Information
Crossroads District UMC
Suite 200 C/D
Victoria, Texas 77904
Fax 361-573-4392
Mobile DS 210-382-4085
Announcements
2021 Charge Conference
Charge Conference season has begun!
Pastors & church staff,
All available forms are on the District website under the Resources tab. If you have any questions or need assistance with a form, contact the District office or email.Hard copies of these forms have been mailed to churches.
These forms are due by Friday, November 12th. This year, we will be available at different locations throughout the district for you to drop off your forms in person. The list of locations is available on the website and in your mailed packet.
You can also send in completed and signed forms to the District office by mail, fax or scanned/emailed.
5606 N. Navarro St.
Suite 200 C
Victoria, TX 77904Fax: 361-573-4392
Email: gocrossroadsdistrict@gmail.com
crossroadsdistrict@riotexas.orgClergy Compensation Forms 2021
Click the link below for the updated Clergy Compensation forms, an action item of the Charge Conference packet.
Stop & Pray
“Again, truly I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything they ask for, it will be done for them by my Father in heaven. For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.”
~Matthew 18:19-20
*Let's take a moment each day to pray for the church, the Crossroads District, the Rio Texas Conference, and the United Methodist body as a whole.
District Office Phone
We have been experiencing issues with the office land lines and apologize for any inconvenience. We are working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.
If you need to reach out for any reason, feel free to call or text Ruth at 956-330-6340 or by email to gocrossroadsdistrict@gmail.com or crossroadsdistrict@riotexas.org
Job Opportunity @ Victoria FUMC
DIRECTOR OF MUSIC MINISTRIES
First United Methodist Church Victoria, Texas
Director of Music Ministries Position Description
In consultation with the pastoral staff, the Director leads the ministry of music throughout the life of the church. This includes using the congregation’s musical gifts as a means of and aid to worship, leading the congregation to minister to each other through music, encouraging the fellowship of individuals and groups who share an appreciation of music, and fostering musical talents and expression among all age groups within the congregation.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in music or equivalent experience, preferably in Sacred Music
Proficiency in organ and piano performance an asset
Knowledge and proficiency in hand bell performance
Skill in conducting vocal and instrumental ensembles
For more job details, click here for the Job DescriptionPlease respond with your resume to: bridge@fumcvictoria.comChurch Mission Work Survey
2021 Clergy Appointments
Leadership Interest Survey
Click HERE to print the Leadership Interest Survey.
If you are interesting in serving on a District Committee such as Trustees, Building & Location, Disaster Response, Young People's Team and more, let us know by checking that box and sending in your form to the Crossroads District Office.
Mail: 5606 N. Navarro Ste. 200 C/D
Victoria, TX 77904Email: gocrossroadsdistrict@gmail.com
Fax: 361-573-4392
Rio Texas Conference PSA COVID-19
Recommended Reading List
Is there a book that you've read lately that has impacted or encouraged you? Please share the title and author.
(We will post the list on the Resources Tab.)
5-Star Advanced Special Information
The conference’s Five Star Church Program was developed in 1990 to encourage local churches in the Rio Texas Conference to grow in mission giving and mission outreach every year. Five Star churches receive an award certificate and special Annual Conference recognition of their giving through the Advance.
“Five Star” is the designation and recognition given to Rio Texas Conference congregations that participate in the Advance program by doing the following things every year:
- Paying 100% of their apportionments
- Contributing toward UMCOR Sunday (formerly called One Great Hour of Sharing)
- Contributing in each of the FIVE mission categoriesCLICK HERE for more details on the mission categories and Advanced Specials.
Scholarships Available
Looking for funds for school? The Rio Texas Annual Conference Board of Ordained Ministry strongly supports our seminary students and offers financial assistance whenever when funding becomes available. Scholarships and Book Expenses are awarded to qualified applicants once a year.
The Board of Ordained Ministry is currently offering $15,000 in Scholarships per academic year. Completing the application will qualify a student for the BoOM scholarship, the "Then Sings My Soul" scholarship and the Rio Texas Perkins Alumni scholarship (for Perkins students only).
CLICK HERE for more information and ways to apply.
The scholarship deadline for 2021/2022 is July 10, 2021
Scholarships for Book Expenses are also available at this time, with deadlines as follows:
January Term: January 30
Spring Semester: February 28
Summer Term: July 30
Fall Semester: September 30
Safe Gatherings & Trusted con Confianza trainings
For those who are applying for Safe Gatherings certification or in need of renewal, visit www.safegatherings.com to complete the background check, and begin the modules.
Once modules are completed, you will need to sign up for a facilitated session called "Trusted con Confianza".
Click on the link below for the next available Trusted con Confianza training session!Trusted con Confianza trainings
If your church is looking for clarification, policy and release form templates or other Safe Gatherings resources, click on the link below.
Editable Policy Template (Info Center tab)
The Rio Texas Conference website also has details on several in person and online trainings to complete your Safe Gatherings training as well as special webinars on specific topics like how you can choose the best policy your church.
Books for Sale
Attention Crossroads District
Monday, September 16th, we had a working retreat at Cathedral Oaks led by the District Strategy team. There were several books recommended and available at a Book table
We have several of these books still available for sale at the District office!
CLICK HERE to view the books we have, details on prices, etc.
