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Crossroads Campus Ministry at Minnesota State University Mankato

Purpose Statement - Crossroads provides opportunities to experience the love of Jesus. "Just as Jesus met the woman at the well, we meet people where they are and invite them to come and experience the love of Jesus." John - Chapter 4

Guiding Principles

1. Welcoming and honoring all.

We create an environment within our community of honesty, trust and support. Each person's fundamental being and integrity are valued. Following Christ's commands to love each other, and not to judge others, we offer complete acceptance to all so that everyone can grow in their faith.

2. Discovering and responding to God's call.

We value multiple ways of knowing God and exploring faith through the community that shares God's love. We encourage people to search for God in their lives, however God may be revealed to them.

3. Transforming lives through relationships centered in Jesus.

God works in peoples' lives through worship, serving others and community, to give us hope, strength, and joy. Working together, we strive to guide people through their journeys so that God can strengthen them through faith, hope and love.

4. Serving through the example of Jesus.

We serve by following the example of Jesus who works through us in love, service and worship. We do this to glorify God.

The Crossroads Campus Ministry Board of Directors

Crossroads is an ELCA ministry among young adults led by Pastor Tammy Dahlvang. Two boards work in partnership with Pastor Tammy to vision, implement and assess this ministry; the Student Board and the Crossroads Board of Directors.

The Board of Directors consists of nine members who each serve a three year term. Board members are nominated for election either by current board members or by congregational pastors. Board members volunteer their time for bi-annual retreats in May and October, and monthly meetings in January, March and August. Each Board member also serves on a sub-committee, which will meet as needed. This board does not serve simply in an advisory capacity - it is a working board with a visionary focus. Board members and prospective board members are welcome to participate in worship to learn more about this vital ministry.

Crossroads is a Reconciling in Christ ministry. This means that we are a thriving ministry both of and to members of the LGBTQI community. It is expected that Board members will be supportive of this vision of full inclusion of members of the LGBTQI community in this ministry and in the church as a whole.

Nomination Survey for Prospective Crossroads Board Members

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Nominated for the board by:

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What interests you about serving on the board?

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What are some of your passions, talents, hobbies, and gifts?

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Currently we have the following sub-committees at Crossroads; the Church Relations sub-committee, which works to form and maintain mutually supportive relationships with congregations; the Development sub-committee, which seeks to raise funds in order to facilitate the vision and mission of the ministry; and the Facility sub-committee, which maintains and repairs the Crossroads facilities in order to provide hospitality to all. Which committee(s) do you feel would be the best fit for you? Have you served on any church committees our councils in the past?

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Thanks for your interest in being on the Crossroads Board of Directors! Applications are reviewed by the Board upon receipt, and will be acted upon in a timely manner.

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