# 🟢🔵⚫ WCR News | KY Mission Trip - From: Wake Cross Roads — Weekly Newsletter - Sent: October 23, 2026 (2026-10-23T16:02:05.280Z) - Web version: https://wakecrossroads.flowforth.co/emails/weekly-newsletter/20454 - More emails: https://wakecrossroads.flowforth.co/emails/weekly-newsletter --- [![](https://churchusercontent.com/26e1de5b-f22b-4cd2-997d-41192fd7bb4b/WCR_Header_2025-12-30T23-38-37-130Z.png?w=1400)](https://wakecrossroads.com) #### [This Week at WCR](https://wakecrossroads.churchcenter.com/calendar) --- [![](https://churchusercontent.com/26e1de5b-f22b-4cd2-997d-41192fd7bb4b/pco-imports/2026-10-13T18-01-34-092Z-2baccc43-53c0-4842-bef7-b861749fdf74.jpg?w=1400)](https://wakecrossroads.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3297185) ## Mission Trip: McDowell, Kentucky **Dec 13-17** Join us on a church-wide mission trip to McDowell, Kentucky, December 13-17! **Save the date for an interest meeting to learn more about the trip on Sunday, November 8.** This trip is open to church members age 18+. Once you register to show your interest, an application will be emailed afterwards for you to apply to join the team. **What to expect on this mission trip:** - Assist with the Children’s Christmas Shopping Experience at GAP Ministries! Community children will get an opportunity to pick out Christmas gifts for their parents. We will assist the kids with picking out gifts and wrapping them while parents are treated to snacks as they wait. We will also share the story of Christmas through a special presentation to the kids and their parents. - Distribute food, clothing, cleaning supplies, personal products, and household items to qualifying families through the distribution center. We will also serve a hot meal to families who visit. - Visit the group home for special needs adults and sing Christmas carols with them. *Cost for the trip is estimated to be $100 per person. Food and lodging are included, except meals on the road.* *---* *Mission trips are open to current members of Wake Cross Roads Baptist Church. Interested in membership?* [*Register to attend Next Steps to learn more about WCR!*](https://wakecrossroads.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/category/74686) [Register](https://wakecrossroads.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3297185) --- [![](https://churchusercontent.com/26e1de5b-f22b-4cd2-997d-41192fd7bb4b/pco-imports/2026-10-13T17-41-23-814Z-e6dfb864-ca3f-4b52-97e9-085667970b0b.jpg?w=1400)](https://wakecrossroads.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3779220) ## Women of the Word Bible Study: Heaven **Mondays at 9:30AM Starting October 26** Heaven. *Who goes there? Where is it? What will we do there?* Questions like these arise when we consider an eternal future beyond this physical life. How can we know the truth about what comes next? In this 7-session video-based study, you’ll explore the subject of Heaven from a biblical perspective. Through video lessons, we will help you separate what’s true about Heaven from what’s based on legend, media depictions, and hopeful guesses. As you walk through the study, you’ll not only gain a deeper understanding of what God has prepared for His children, but also learn how to live with confidence today as you look forward to the glorious unending that awaits. Don’t just wonder about Heaven—embrace it with a faith that turns anticipation into excitement and peace. **Join Women of the Word weekly on Monday mornings starting October 26 at 9:30AM for this 7-week study.** [Register](https://wakecrossroads.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3779220) --- ![](https://churchusercontent.com/26e1de5b-f22b-4cd2-997d-41192fd7bb4b/Pastor_Appreciation_Presentation_2026-09-21T16-02-55-008Z.png?w=1400) ## October is Pastor/Elder Appreciation Month! **Drop a note in the basket at the Welcome Desk to let our pastors and elders know how much you appreciate them!** Our pastors and elders faithfully serve our church in so many ways, both visibly and behind the scenes. We’re grateful for the time, prayer, and care they invest in the life of our church. Take a moment this month to encourage them with a note of appreciation, and thank you for faithfully praying for our pastors and elders! --- #### This Sunday ### Sermon Expanding Our Reach *Gospel Praying (Part 1)* *"Praying for Gospel Laborers"* ### Speaker Dr. Randy Mann ### Scripture Luke 10:1-3 ### Worship Setlist [Listen on Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3r9wGufzZuRhe6LN2QRE8G?si=w6LjnWN8R4OEbvkOjtXgog) [![](https://churchusercontent.com/26e1de5b-f22b-4cd2-997d-41192fd7bb4b/bread_of_life_food_of_the_month_19_2026-09-23T23-08-19-287Z.png?w=1400)](https://wakecrossroads.com/bread-of-life) #### Upcoming Events --- [![Graphic with the words "Next Steps" over a blue-tinted photo of a teen girl smiling at another teen with a backpack, near a brick wall](https://churchusercontent.com/26e1de5b-f22b-4cd2-997d-41192fd7bb4b/pco-imports/2026-10-20T17-36-08-200Z-070ab644-b598-45c5-adf6-52a8719c0f20.jpg?w=1400)](https://wakecrossroads.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3636030) ## Next Steps **Nov 8, 9:45am** Are you interested in learning more about WCR? Join us during the 9:45AM Bible Study hour to learn more about what we believe and the requirements for becoming a church member. This is a great time to get any questions answered and learn more about our church! *Attending this class is a requirement for joining Wake Cross Roads Baptist Church. Children may attend our wonderful WCR Kids program during class.* [Register](https://wakecrossroads.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3636030) --- [![Flyer for Family Paintball Day, Saturday, November 14, 10AM to 2PM, families invited, ages 10 and up, cost $45, with a player in a mask crouching](https://churchusercontent.com/26e1de5b-f22b-4cd2-997d-41192fd7bb4b/pco-imports/2026-10-20T17-36-24-348Z-b9e6c01f-19fb-491b-b3d5-1396b87183ba.jpg?w=1400)](https://wakecrossroads.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3638773) ## Family Paintball Day **Nov 14, 10am** Anyone ages 10 and up is invited to join us for an exciting day of paintball filled with teamwork, strategy, and friendly competition! Playing paintball is a great opportunity to have fun and make memories together. Paintball is a team-based game that combines strategy and communication, as players work together to complete different objectives across a variety of arena-style maps. Getting shot with a paintball stings a little, but the feeling only lasts a few moments. Gotcha Paintball will provide all required equipment, including safety gear and paintball markers, so all you need to do is show up ready to play. Our church group will play privately, meaning we will only be playing with fellow WCR participants. Be sure to pack a picnic lunch so you can refuel between games. We plan to play for approximately **3 hours**. Come ready for an unforgettable day of fun, laughter, and a little friendly competition! **Cost**: $45 per person [Register](https://wakecrossroads.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3638773) --- [![Missions Banquet, Reaching Our Neighbors, November 22, over a black and gold city skyline](https://churchusercontent.com/26e1de5b-f22b-4cd2-997d-41192fd7bb4b/pco-imports/2026-10-21T15-20-04-482Z-e944745e-5be0-4705-89f1-24449634593f.jpg?w=1400)](https://wakecrossroads.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3264459) ## Missions Banquet **Nov 22, 5pm** At WCR, our mission is for every follower of Jesus to be intentionally engaged in sharing the good news—both with our neighbors and with the nations. Join us on **Sunday, November 22 at 5PM** for a special church-wide dinner, with a focus on missions and outreach. You'll hear a powerful message about reaching your neighbors and learn more about upcoming opportunities to GO and advance God’s kingdom around the world. *Children & Students will eat dinner with their families, then will be dismissed to pack boxes for Operation Christmas Child! Nursery provided for ages 0-2 throughout the event.* -- **We will need many volunteers to set up tables and chairs in the Worship Center immediately following 11AM worship that morning, and volunteers to tear down after the Missions Banquet that evening. If you are able, please make plans to help us set up and tear down for this special church-wide event!** [Register](https://wakecrossroads.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3264459) --- #### Looking Ahead [![](https://churchusercontent.com/26e1de5b-f22b-4cd2-997d-41192fd7bb4b/family_meeting_1_2026-10-05T00-06-28-474Z.png?w=1400)](https://wakecrossroads.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3077983) [![J.O.Y. Group Patriotic Day, November 11 at 10:30AM, over a waving American flag](https://churchusercontent.com/26e1de5b-f22b-4cd2-997d-41192fd7bb4b/pco-imports/2026-10-20T17-37-12-314Z-4b477608-9833-47a3-9911-8623519fd53a.jpg?w=1400)](https://wakecrossroads.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3453948) [![Men's Burger Night flyer: November 17 at 6PM, Village Deli, 1849 S. Main St., Wake Forest, NC](https://churchusercontent.com/26e1de5b-f22b-4cd2-997d-41192fd7bb4b/pco-imports/2026-10-20T17-37-46-553Z-75855618-2dc3-4db0-bdf8-10c37b2391fb.jpg?w=1400)](https://wakecrossroads.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3636013) [![](https://churchusercontent.com/26e1de5b-f22b-4cd2-997d-41192fd7bb4b/pco-imports/2026-10-13T17-46-19-507Z-d3cf1e41-f760-4fc0-a926-0fa871d6a876.jpg?w=1400)](https://wakecrossroads.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3644236) [![](https://churchusercontent.com/26e1de5b-f22b-4cd2-997d-41192fd7bb4b/pco-imports/2026-10-05T00-03-54-525Z-369b6193-97a4-4991-a80b-f4354f4aeeb6.jpg?w=1400)](https://wakecrossroads.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3264459) [![](https://churchusercontent.com/26e1de5b-f22b-4cd2-997d-41192fd7bb4b/pco-imports/2026-10-05T00-05-43-022Z-838f73c2-40bb-4441-bb65-ef4f3aa8a792.jpg?w=1400)](https://wakecrossroads.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3904676) [![](https://churchusercontent.com/26e1de5b-f22b-4cd2-997d-41192fd7bb4b/pco-imports/2026-09-24T18-53-27-839Z-6bccfafe-02e1-4fb2-b38c-9d4e68cd4898.jpg?w=1400)](https://wakecrossroads.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3644986) [![](https://churchusercontent.com/26e1de5b-f22b-4cd2-997d-41192fd7bb4b/pco-imports/2026-10-04T23-53-26-282Z-a517e44b-86f0-4b87-ae85-699430a149a2.jpg?w=1400)](https://wakecrossroads.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3644992)