Crossover Helena 2024

Jeff HessingerAll Enews, Strengthening Team

State capitol building in Helena, Montana.

Crossover is an evangelistic event being held on Saturday, October 5, immediately following Refresh, Montana’s annual meeting. Many churches throughout Helena are planning outreach events the Saturday after Refresh. Churches throughout Helena are also encouraged to plan a Harvest Day on the Sunday after Refresh.

WAYS YOU CAN PARTICIPATE

PRAY

Begin now to pray for Montana Baptists that they will have a heart to come to Helena from near and far to join together to lift up the CROSS of Jesus OVER Helena on October 5 and 6. Ask God to stir the hearts of pastors and churches throughout the Helena area to host a strategic outreach event and to convict churches throughout the state to take a weekend mission trip to Helena to join the host churches.

HOST

Your church can host your own CROSSOVER outreach event. Decide what works best for your church to reach your community. You are joining other MTSBC churches throughout Helena in simultaneous outreach events throughout the city.

SERVE

CROSSOVER provides many opportunities for churches throughout Montana to join a Helena host church on Saturday. You will be joining churches that need your help with their outreach event. This is a great opportunity to put together a mission team from your church.

HARVEST DAY

Sunday, October 6th is Harvest Day for those hosting CROSSOVER outreach events and for those who seek to have a specific Harvest Sunday such as Friends Day to reach the lost. The goal is for lost people to come forward to profess faith in Christ and to follow up with baptism. Contact Jeff Hessinger for STEPS to PLAN a HARVEST DAY.

SCHEDULE

REGIONAL EVANGELISM TRAINING FOR ALL CHURCHES

September 11, 6-8 pm
Calvary Baptist Church
1225 Knight Street, Helena

September 12, 6-8 pm
South Hills Baptist Fellowship
12 John Street, Montana City

CROSSOVER OUTREACH EVENTS

September 7, 10 am-4 pm
Big Sky Fellowship: Helena Aviation Day
There will be a Gospel Tent set up in the exhibit area to engage local event goers to learn about the church and to initiate witnessing conversations.
Location: Army National Guard
3330 Skyway Drive, Helena, MT 59602

September 21
Calvary Baptist Church
1225 Knight Street, Helena
Community Pig Roast
Contact Mark Brown for more information: 406-439-2514

October 5, 1-4 pm
Helena Valley Baptist Church
1315 Sierra Road East, Helena
Block Party at the Park
Contact Pastor Jason Rioux for more information: 503-952-6468

October 5, 9 am-noon
Capstone Church
2800 North Montana Avenue, Helena
Project: Community Serve
Contact Pastor Caleb Groteluschen for more information: 406-461-8192

October 5, 11-2 pm
South Hills Baptist Fellowship
12 John Street, Montana City
Neighborhood BBQ
Contact Pastor Jason Smith for more information: 406-672-3065

October 4-5
Big Sky Fellowship
7612 Roughsawn Drive, Helena
Protect: Serve MPower
Contact Pastor Michael Johnson for more information: 406-502-1676

**Outdoor events are subject to change due to weather conditions. Please contact the event venue closer to the event for specific details. 

FAQ

  • Is training available to help us learn to share the gospel?

Yes, witness training is available. Arrangements can be made by contacting Jeff Hessinger.

  • Is there a manual or suggestions how to host a CROSSOVER event?

Absolutely, excellent resources are available to plan a CROSSOVER event.

  • Is there a cost to HOST or SERVE during CROSSOVER?

NO. There is no cost to volunteer at a CROSSOVER event. There is limited financial assistance available for a host church participating in CROSSOVER on October 5th.

  • When is the deadline to sign up?

Though there is no deadline to register as a host church or volunteer you are encouraged, to contact Jeff Hessinger for planning purposes.

  • Is there transportation available?

You are responsible for your transportation.

  • If I am traveling from out of town, where do I stay?

We are unable to provide lodging. Perhaps some host churches can provide host homes for volunteers helping with their outreach event.

  • Are meals provided?

You will need to plan for your own meals. Check with your host church. Perhaps they have plans to care for their volunteers. Plan accordingly.

  • What type of outreach events will be happening during CROSSOVER?

Block Parties, Sports Clinics, Family Fun Festivals, VBS, Kids Clubs, Backyard Bible Clubs, etc.

CONTACT US FOR:

General Questions

Host Resources

To register as a HOST CHURCH

 To register as a VOLUNTEER or VOLUNTEER GROUP

Dr. Jeff Hessinger, MTSBC Evangelism Catalyst

About the Author

Jeff Hessinger

Jeff Hessinger is the pastor at First Baptist Church in Thompson Falls and Evangelism Director for MTSBC.