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Holy Cross

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Join us on a spiritual journey, exploring teachings and vibrant discussions tailored for every age group.

Outreach

Make a difference in our world by joining a passionate community dedicated to impactful initiatives.

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Our Mission:​ To spread the Good News of our Lord Jesus Christ with love and grace through worship, study and outreach.

Outreach

Have you ever wondered how you can get involved with your community, meet new friends, share your talents, make a difference in the world, embrace hope, and share the love we learn in our Church Family? At Holy Cross we are committed to living our faith teachings through outreach. When we say about Holy Cross, "Love is Spoken Here," we are shining a light on and supporting the potential for growth, development, creativity, health, and happiness in all people. Below are ways you can use your talents and cause them to multiply through others. Whatever we do, let us do it with glad hearts and open hands.

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Sharing

Wellness Fair, August 2: Share your talents on the dance mat, sing-a-long, kite making/flying, as a guide on the St. Francis Way, or setting up/taking down, passing out goodies or supplies - volunteers are needed.

Share items you have on hand that you can loan for the day to the Wellness Fair: items like coolers, card tables, and tents.

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Donating

Outreach: Donate to our own Blessing Box by bringing canned food to Holy Cross where it will be placed in the Blessing Box for easy access by those in need. We are really low of food items. Click on the link to discover what we need and where to put it.

Wellness Fair: School supplies. The list is linked to the Wellness Fair page.

Step Forward Scholarship (established by Holy Crossers): Donations needed. Mail checks to: 

CFCC

411 N Front Street,

Wilmington NC 28401

Attn: S. Westmoreland

Please note on check “Step Forward Scholarship.”

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Volunteering

Coffee Hour Hostesses needed. Sign up here.

 

Blessing Box: Volunteers needed to refill the Box.

Lower Cape Fear Life Center Monthly Lunch - Holy Cross: Volunteers needed through summer.

The Wellness Fair needs all hands on deck for set up, activities, and take down. Lots of spots available!

Help Make LuoPads!

Join us in sewing reusable sanitary pads for girls and women in Guatemala. Every pad helps them attend school and work. No experience needed — everyone can help! Next meeting, MONDAY JULY 21 at 2:00 pm.

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Saturday
August 2, 2025
10 AM - 1 PM

Announcing the Wellness Fair

Tents and Tables Needed for Wellness Fair - Volunteers Too!

As we move into staging mode for the August 2 Back-to-School Wellness Fair, we need a minimum of 9 tents to shelter those staffing the various tables in the hot August sun. We also need 2 card tables. Please consider loaning us one of your tents and/or tables and helping with set up or take down. (The tents and tables can be delivered ahead of time - please be sure they're marked with your name.) Shifts would also include staffing a table to hand out refreshments, school supplies, and other information.

The two shifts for helping with the fair are from 9:00 - 11:30 am and 11:30 am - 2:00 pm.

 

A sign-up sheet for tent/table loan and volunteering is available in the fellowship hall. Thank you Holy Cross for living/being outreach!

The Holy Cross Wellness Fair - a day dedicated to welcoming families, blessing children with school supplies, and sharing God’s abundant care with our whole community.

 

This will be a free event for all, featuring:

🎒 Free school supplies for children

(get'em while they last!)
🍎 Healthy snacks and community resources
💉 Free school immunizations (for those who qualify)
🧺 Health screenings
🪁 Kite flying and outdoor fun
🚒 Fire truck display
🎲 Games, raffles, and more!

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Upcoming Events

A Note from Rev. Anne Abdy

July 12, 2025

Big Sky Country

During a recent trip to Montana, Rev. Anne explored the National Bison Range and reflected on the beauty of nature and the Genesis stories of creation.

Big Sky Country

June 19, 2025

The Spark and the Breath: Seeking Inspiration in Stillness

Lisa Richey's message at Holy Cross encouraged finding renewal in chaotic times through simple acts of creativity, like doing something new each week, as a way to reconnect with one's inner spark. Reflecting on this, Rev. Anne explores the dual meaning of “inspiration”—as both divine breath and creative energy—and invites others to consider how honoring that breath can lead us to deeper motivation, joy, and creative purpose.

The Spark and the Breath: Seeking Inspiration in Stillness

June 12, 2025

Shaking Up Our Roots: Embracing Change in Worship.

The passage discusses the importance of change and growth in Christian living, and outlines upcoming changes to worship services, including a new seating arrangement for the Season of Ordinary.

Shaking Up Our Roots: Embracing Change in Worship.

June 5, 2025

Wisdom from Pope Leo XIV

We have a new Pope! Pope Leo XIV. What a joy he brings to the world and an inspiration to each of us as ministers of God’s Word. This quote from him was taken off a Facebook post and it crystalizes for me how God works in our lives and the reach he has within us. Enjoy!

Wisdom from Pope Leo XIV

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JOIN US

We have many ways to get acquainted, share interests, and promote a loving community.

Choose to join us. You'll be glad you did and so will we!

This week's sign up is to participate in the  Coffee Social Hour on Sundays. A relaxed meet and greet just waiting for you to be part of the fun. Complete the form on the side if you want to help.

    Coffee Hour Between Services

    Please help us organize by signing up to participate in the Sunday Morning Coffee Hour below.

    Want to Participate?
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    Help with Setup
    Help with Cleanup
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    At Holy Cross, you will find a relaxed environment of family, friends and community. Our services emphasize knowing the love of Christ through prayer, teaching, music and Holy Communion while following the traditional Episcopal liturgy. Let us be part of your faith journey!

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