God’s Unconditional Love
In a world where it’s easy to become distracted, disillusioned, or detached, we connect with others by showing God’s unconditional love through inspiring worship, authentic community, and meaningful service.
Cross of Life is a vibrant Christian community of faith focused on proclaiming the Gospel of God’s grace to all people.
Serving Roswell, Milton, Alpharetta, and surrounding areas, we are a midsize church with members coming from across the U.S. and around the world. We are a congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA).
I’M NEW
We know going to a new church for the first time can be intimidating, and we want to help make your first experience at Cross of Life a great one. Find out what to expect and have your questions answered.
WHAT WE BELIEVE
Welcome! We are glad you’re here, and we’d like to share a bit about us – from our mission and vision statement, to how we live out our mission, to a glimpse into what Lutherans believe.
GET INVOLVED
All are welcome to join in our ministries, groups, and events. Christian education, book club, Sunday school, musical groups, youth groups, and service opportunities – there is something for everyone!
WE’D LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN US THIS SUNDAY
INSPIRING WORSHIP
SUNDAYS at 9am (contemporary) and 11:15am (traditional and online)
LATEST SERMONS
AUTHENTIC
COMMUNITY
THE CHURCH ISN’T A BUILDING – IT’S PEOPLE
From teaching the faith to visiting the sick, from asking the tough faith questions to laughing at the Super Bowl Party, authentic Christian community takes many forms. Bound together by our faith in Christ Jesus, we are a diverse people with many different backgrounds, ethnicities, political views, economic and lifestyle demographics — yet we are all one in Christ. We come together to support one another in times of need, to grow in faith and discipleship, and to pass our faith to the next generation.
NEXT EVENTS
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Events
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Community Breakfast
You’re invited to join us for a free pancake breakfast on Sunday, September 27 at 10:10am! All are welcome to worship at the contemporary service before the breakfast at 9am or at the traditional service after the breakfast at 11:15am (in-person and online). We look forward to getting to know you!
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Children’s Ministry Park Day
Children's Ministry invites families for a fun day out at a local park after church. We will pick up food and let children tear it up and down on the playground. If you are interested in attending, please see Kristen or use the form below.
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Theology Book Club
Are you spiritually curious? Do you find yourself asking: “Why do we believe that?” or “I’m not sure I agree with that.” Then Faith and Formation: Theology Book Club may be for you! Roel, our Ministry Coordinator, is leading this online discussion group. Please note: The book and the date for the September meeting has...
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Habitat Build
In conjunction with Lutheran Coalition for Habitat, Cross of Life is helping build in Austell this fall. We will be installing insulating and siding on Saturday, October 3, and lunch will be provided. There are only 4 volunteers slots available, so it will be first come/first gets to build. More details will follow and there...
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Pet Blessing
We will host our annual pet blessing on Sunday, October 4th. We do this in observance of the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi - who was not only the patron saint of animals, but was also the founder of the Franciscan monks and is attributed to creating the first living Nativity scene. All...
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Oktoberfest
Make plans to attend our annual Oktoberfest the evening of October 10! Brats and condiments will be provided - please bring a side or dessert to share. Use the form below to sign up and indicate what you plan to bring. Please note that this is a BYOB adults-only event and is held off-site.
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Concert Series: Vinnie D & Co.
Cross of Life Live welcomes back Vinnie D & Co., “The King of Swing,” for an evening of big band favorites. Relive the Benny Goodman small group experience. Goodman introduced several innovative small groups in the 1930s, which included musical giants Teddy Wilson, Lionel Hampton, Gene Krupa, and Charlie Christian. The small groups delivered hits like...
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Men’s Breakfast
All are welcome to gather for breakfast, a devotion, and fellowship as we get together to discuss the upcoming year - including the annual men's gathering. Please sign up at the form below so we can make sure to have enough food.
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Book Club
Join the Cross of Life book club on Tuesday, October 20 at 7pm (online) to discuss Nineteen Minutes by Jodi Picoult. From Amazon: Sterling is an ordinary New Hampshire town where nothing ever happens--until the day its complacency is shattered by a school shooting. Josie Cormier, the daughter of the judge sitting on the case,...
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Trunk & Treat
Save the date for Trunk and Treat! Check back for details in September.
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Theology Book Club
Are you spiritually curious? Do you find yourself asking: “Why do we believe that?” or “I’m not sure I agree with that.” Then Faith and Formation: Theology Book Club may be for you! Roel, our Ministry Coordinator, is leading this online discussion group. Their book for October 28 is The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis.
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Montessori Fall Family Photoshoot Fundraiser
Sign up for a fall mini session for $125 - perfect for those family portraits or holiday photo cards! There will be 20-minute time slots throughout the day, both at the church and nearby Hembree Park. You will receive 10 downloadable images from your session. Proceeds benefit the Cross of Life Christian Montessori School. You...
HERE AND AROUND THE WORLD
MEANINGFUL SERVICE
Jennifer
“We are committed to raising our sons in a church environment that is similar to our own childhoods. From children’s sermons and singing in the children’s choir, our kids love being included and finding their place in worship.”
Rocky
“I hear from our new members that one of the reasons they joined Cross of Life was because we have a friendly and welcoming congregation. I too have experienced that warm and welcoming personal friendship from our members. It reminds me of our call to love our neighbor as we love ourselves.”
Beth
“I love that Cross of Life encourages its members to reach out to others. There is a lot of need in our community and around the world, and it feels great to be able to fulfill our call to help.”
We welcome you to Cross of Life!
