{"id":666,"date":"2026-09-25T12:20:57","date_gmt":"2026-09-25T12:20:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.crossoverok.com\/?page_id=666"},"modified":"2026-09-25T15:03:12","modified_gmt":"2026-09-25T15:03:12","slug":"new-here","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.crossoverok.com\/index.php\/new-here\/","title":{"rendered":"New Here"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.crossoverok.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_0960-2-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-677\" style=\"width:338px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crossoverok.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_0960-2-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.crossoverok.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_0960-2-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.crossoverok.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_0960-2-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.crossoverok.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_0960-2-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.crossoverok.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_0960-2-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We\u2019re so glad you\u2019re checking out Crossover Church!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No matter your background, where you are in life, or where you are in your faith journey, there\u2019s a place for you here. Crossover Church is a place where you can feel at home, grow in your relationship with God, build meaningful friendships, and find people who will walk alongside you through life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We know visiting a church for the first time can feel a little intimidating, so we want to make your first visit as easy and comfortable as possible. Come as you are, bring your family, and join us. We would love the opportunity to meet you and help you get connected.  We hope to see you this Sunday!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/crossoverok.churchcenter.com\/people\/forms\/733350\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Want to let us know you are coming? Click here.<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Weekly Activities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Sunday Morning Service<\/strong> - starts @ 10 AM.  Modern worship and Biblical teaching where you will be encouraged and challenged to grow in your faith.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sunday Nights \u2014 Worship &amp; Fellowship @ 6:00 PM.<\/strong> Sunday nights are a great time for the whole family to grow, connect, and build relationships at Crossover. We have ministries for kids, students, and adults, with age-appropriate Bible teaching, worship, and fellowship each week.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wednesday Nights \u2014 Bible Study @ 7:00 PM.<\/strong> Real teaching, honest questions, life application, and small groups where you can grow in your faith for kids, students, and adults.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Expect<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Visiting a church for the first time can come with a lot of questions. We want your first Sunday at Crossover to feel simple, comfortable, and welcoming. Here are a few things that may help you know what to expect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>What Should I Wear?<\/strong>  Come as you are! You\u2019ll see people wearing everything from jeans and T-shirts to business casual. There\u2019s no dress code at Crossover, so wear whatever you\u2019re comfortable in.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Where Do I Go When I Arrive?<\/strong>  Crossover meets at Northwood Elementary School in Piedmont. When you arrive, come through the main doors on the west side of the building and look for our signs and friendly Welcome Team members. We\u2019ll be glad to point you in the right direction, help you find the worship area, and answer any questions you may have.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>What Is the Service Like?<\/strong> Our Sunday service begins at 10:00 AM and usually lasts about an hour. You can expect modern worship, prayer, and a clear, practical message from the Bible that connects God\u2019s Word to everyday life. Our goal is to create a relaxed, welcoming environment where you can worship, grow in your faith, and leave encouraged to follow Jesus throughout the week. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crossoverok.com\/index.php\/sunday-morning-service\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"416\">Click here for more information about the Sunday morning service.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>What About My Kids?<\/strong>  We love having kids with us at Crossover! During our 10:00 AM Sunday worship service, children stay with their parents in the worship area. We provide coloring activities and toys, and there is a special mat in the back of the room where toddlers can play while still staying close to their families.  Do they make noise in the service? Yes.  But we know that kids are also learning about church and what church is like even at a young age.  On Sunday evenings at 6:00 PM, kids and students check in for their ministries. Our team will help with check-in and print a security name tag for each child or student before they head to their age-appropriate ministry area.  We want Crossover to be a place where the whole family feels welcome and where kids can learn, grow, and enjoy being part of the church family.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Will I Be Singled Out?<\/strong>  No. We\u2019re really glad you\u2019re here, but we\u2019re not going to ask you to stand up, introduce yourself, or do anything that makes you uncomfortable.  You\u2019re welcome to simply come in, worship with us, and get to know Crossover at your own pace. Our team will be available if you have questions or would like to meet someone.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Do I Need to Bring Anything?<\/strong> Nope! Just bring yourself. If you have a Bible, you\u2019re welcome to bring it, but don\u2019t worry if you don\u2019t have one. Scripture will be displayed on the screen during the service, and we\u2019ll be happy to help however we can.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Where Do I Park?<\/strong>  There is parking available on the west side of Northwood Elementary School. Once you arrive, follow the red Crossover \"welcome flags\" toward the main entrance. If you\u2019re unsure where to go, just look for the big USA flag pole or one of our Welcome Team members\u2014we\u2019ll be glad to help.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>What Time Should I Arrive?<\/strong>  Our service starts at 10:00 AM. If it\u2019s your first time, arriving about 10\u201315 minutes early will give you plenty of time to park, get a coffee at the coffee bar, meet someone from our team, and find a seat without feeling rushed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>What Happens After the Service?<\/strong>  There\u2019s no need to hurry out! We\u2019d love for you to hang around, meet some people, ask questions, and learn more about Crossover.  If you\u2019d like to meet the pastor, find out about our ministries, or discover ways to get connected, just talk with one of our team members.  Most importantly, we want you to feel welcome. You don\u2019t have to have everything figured out before you walk through the doors. There\u2019s a place for you at Crossover.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>What About Giving?<\/strong> \u2014 As our guest, please don\u2019t feel any pressure to give.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"457\" height=\"270\" src=\"https:\/\/www.crossoverok.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Untitled-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-675\" style=\"width:337px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crossoverok.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Untitled-2.jpg 457w, https:\/\/www.crossoverok.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Untitled-2-300x177.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 457px) 100vw, 457px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why come to Crossover?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Jesus-centered teaching every week.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A welcoming place for everyone \u2014 no perfect people allowed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Real leaders: adult leaders who are knowledgeable about the Bible and love Jesus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Growth opportunities: worship team, outreach &amp; evangelism opportunities, mission trips, audio\/video tech team, hospitality team, camps, leadership training.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Safe: All of our leaders undergo a background check and our students, kids, and adults check in every Sunday night and receive a name tag and the kids receive a security pickup ticket. One of the best parts of meeting in a school is that they have a security camera system. We also have a 2 leader policy where kids and students must be with at least two leaders. Combine all of this with an open concept floor plan, many windows, and a relatively small church, we take the safety of every child seriously and use multiple safeguards to help provide a safe and caring environment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Meet the Pastor<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.crossoverok.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/FullSizeRender-768x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-300\" style=\"aspect-ratio:0.7511961722488039;width:187px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crossoverok.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/FullSizeRender-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.crossoverok.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/FullSizeRender-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/www.crossoverok.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/FullSizeRender-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/www.crossoverok.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/FullSizeRender-1536x2048.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.crossoverok.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/FullSizeRender-scaled.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Charlie and Amy Collins have been married for 25 years and have 7 amazing kids, a son-in-law, and four grandkids. Adoption is a big part of their family as they have adopted four kids - two from the state of Oklahoma and two from Uganda, Africa. The Collins family is so grateful to be a part of Crossover Church in the growing area of Piedmont and NW Oklahoma City. They hope that you will come join them at Crossover Church and that you will experience the love that Jesus has for you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do I get to Crossover?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Coming from the Kilpatrick Turnpike:<\/strong> Take <strong>NW Expressway (OK-3) west toward Piedmont<\/strong> and continue straight for several miles. After you cross <strong>Piedmont Road<\/strong>, continue approximately <strong>1 mile west<\/strong> on NW Expressway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Turn <strong>right (north) onto Northwood Drive<\/strong>. Northwood Elementary will be immediately on your <strong>right<\/strong>. Turn <strong>right into the school parking lot<\/strong> and look for the <strong>red welcome flags<\/strong>. Park in the main parking area and follow the signs toward the Crossover entrance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d1376.7309944694439!2d-97.76236038272792!3d35.613468205530545!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x87b200f4a8d2c567%3A0xbcb60be2768be37a!2sNorthwood%20Elementary%20School!5e1!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1790338215052!5m2!1sen!2sus\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crossoverok.com\/index.php\/crossover-kids\/\">Kids Ministry<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crossoverok.com\/index.php\/student-ministry\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"487\">Student Ministry<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crossoverok.com\/index.php\/statement-of-faith-2\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"2\">Statement of Faith<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crossoverok.com\/index.php\/ride-the-bus\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"564\">Ride the Bus<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crossoverok.com\/index.php\/listen\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"368\">Listen to Sermons<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crossoverok.com\/index.php\/about\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"8\">Meet our Staff<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crossoverok.com\/index.php\/calendar\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"51\">Calendar\/Upcoming Events<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crossoverok.com\/index.php\/contact\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"9\">Contact Us<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crossoverok.com\/index.php\/prayer-request\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"528\">Prayer Requests<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We\u2019re so glad you\u2019re checking out Crossover Church! 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