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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T170000
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SUMMARY:Retirement Celebration and Worship Service
DESCRIPTION:Retirement Celebration\nSaturday\, April 18th\, 5pm – 8pm\nAt 5pm we will have a brief program and slideshow honoring Pastor Terri’s 33 years of ministry.  We will have some time in between for socialization before a celebratory dinner at 6pm.  (Reservations are no longer being taken.) \nPastor Terri’s Final Worship Service and Dessert Reception\nSunday\, April 19th\, 10am\nWe will gather for a combined worship service at 10am on Pastor Terri’s last Sunday with us.  In addition to our regular worship service\, we will also have a liturgy used for the conclusion of a pastor’s call to ministry\, which will take place at the end of the service.  A dessert reception will follow in the fellowship hall. Please sign up here to bring a dessert. \nContribute to Retirement Gift\nThe Executive Council Team is working on a retirement gift for Pastor Terri from the congregation.  If you would like to many a contribution\, you can send your funds directly to the Church office through check\, cash\, Venmo\, or our website with “retirement gift” in the memo line.
URL:https://crossoflifelutheran.org/event/retirement-celebration-and-worship-service/
CATEGORIES:Adult,Children,Event,Family,Fellowship,Worship,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260405T123000
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SUMMARY:Holy Week
DESCRIPTION:Palm Sunday Worship: March 29 at 9 AM and 11:15 AM (11:15 AM also online)\nWe gather for Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem. \nMaundy Thursday Worship: April 2 at 7 PM (also online)\nWe gather for this special worship experience which includes individual absolution\, foot washing\, First Communion\, and the stripping of the altar. \nGood Friday Worship: April 3 at 12 PM (traditional)\, 6 PM (contemporary) and 7:30 PM (traditional\, also online)\nAs we reflect on the Passion of Our Lord\, the sanctuary darkens\, reflecting the loss of Christ’s light among us. \nEaster Sunday Worship: April 5 at 9 AM and 11:15 AM (11:15 AM also online)\nEgg Hunt at 10:10 AM (meet in Gathering Room B)\nWe gather to celebrate our Lord’s glorious resurrection and victory over death! We will also host our Easter story and egg hunt during the 10:10AM Connections Sunday School Hour. \n\nAll are invited to bring flowers on Easter morning as we flower the cross!
URL:https://crossoflifelutheran.org/event/holy-week/
CATEGORIES:Adult,Children,Event,Family,Fellowship,Holiday,Music,Worship,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T062523
CREATED:20260316T213742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T230241Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Workday
DESCRIPTION:Help spruce up the church and grounds for our Easter celebration! We’ll meet at 9am on March 28 and pizza will be provided for lunch. Please bring gloves and rakes for yard work. There will be window washing as well and the Friday Fixers will be patching and painting. As the saying goes\, “Many hands make light work” – plus it’s fun to make new friends and get to know folks better. See you there!
URL:https://crossoflifelutheran.org/event/spring-workday/
CATEGORIES:Adult,Children,Event,Family,Fellowship,Service,Volunteer,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T062523
CREATED:20260304T234011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T233704Z
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SUMMARY:Men's Gathering
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 Annual Men’s Gathering has been rescheduled for March 13 – 15 at the Lake Chatuge Lodge in Hiawasee\, GA. Registration is open and space is limited. Rooms are $89 per night or $109 per night for a room with a view of the lake. Saturday night’s dinner is $37 per person. \nThe focus of the gathering will be based on Soul Keeping: Caring for the Most Important Part of You by John Ortberg. \nThe weekend will be a mixture of facilitator-led discussion\, small group break-outs\, and plenty of social time to catch up and get to know one another better. We will begin on Friday evening at 7:00pm with an opening session\, and end by noon on Sunday with a wrap up and short worship service. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Your name\n \n \n Your email\n \n \n Subject\n \n \n Your message (optional)\n \n \n\n Δ
URL:https://crossoflifelutheran.org/event/mens-gathering/
CATEGORIES:Adult,Christian Education,Event,Fellowship,Worship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251228T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251228T110000
DTSTAMP:20260422T062523
CREATED:20251218T214041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T235419Z
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SUMMARY:Lessons and Carols
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to participate in Lessons and Carols at 10am on December 28. Lessons and Carols is a service that uses Bible readings\, carols\, and hymns to tell the story of salvation from creation to Christ’s birth.
URL:https://crossoflifelutheran.org/event/lessons-and-carols/
CATEGORIES:Adult,Children,Event,Family,Holiday,Music,Worship,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251224T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251224T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T062523
CREATED:20251203T095025Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas Eve
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to celebrate the birth of Jesus at Cross of Life! \n5pm Children’s Worship Service with Holy Communion\nExperience the joy as our children tell the Christmas story and we receive Holy Communion. \n7pm Festive Candlelight Service with Holy Communion\, with prelude music before\nCelebrate Christmas with brass and bells\, Holy Communion\, and candlelight. This will also be live streamed on Facebook and our website. A nursery will be available. \n9pm Silent Night Candlelight Service with Holy Communion\nGather in a more intimate setting to celebrate Christ’s birth with Holy Communion\, candlelight\, and your favorite carols accompanied by our jazz musicians.
URL:https://crossoflifelutheran.org/event/christmas-eve/
CATEGORIES:Adult,Children,Event,Family,Holiday,Worship,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T161500
DTSTAMP:20260422T062523
CREATED:20250929T165307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T180608Z
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SUMMARY:A Swingin' Christmas
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a joyful afternoon of swingin’ Christmas music featuring Roswell’s own Joe Gransden on Saturday\, December 20 at 3pm. Joe and his Little Big Band will share a mix of holiday classics and church favorites like “Holly Jolly Christmas” and “Away in a Manger.” Enjoy Joe’s jazzy Sinatra sound and sing along with your Christmas favorites at this festive concert! \nSATURDAY\, DECEMBER 20\, 2025\nShow 3pm | Doors open 2pm | General admission seating\nCross of Life Lutheran Church | 1000 Hembree Rd\, Roswell GA 30076\n$40 per ticket on Zeffy \nBuy tickets\n \n\nThere is parking in front of the church and accessible parking is available near the doors. An ADA accessible bathroom is available. \nAll proceeds raised go to building the church’s organ repair fund.
URL:https://crossoflifelutheran.org/event/a-swingin-christmas/
CATEGORIES:Event,Holiday,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T190000
DTSTAMP:20260422T062523
CREATED:20251031T144541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T191619Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas Festival and Market
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to the 5th annual Christmas Festival and Market on Sunday\, December 14th\, from 4PM to 7PM — rain or shine! Enjoy a festive afternoon with free bounce houses\, a petting zoo\, yard games\, craft booths\, and delicious treats like cocoa\, cider\, cookies\, s’mores\, and popcorn. Explore the Christmas Market\, featuring local vendors offering unique holiday gifts to purchase. Help give back to the community by participating in pop-up service projects that take just a few minutes. And don’t miss free pictures with Santa from 4PM to 7PM. Bring your family\, friends\, and holiday spirit—we can’t wait to celebrate with you! \nDon’t miss the free Christmas concert from 3PM – 3:45PM\, featuring Cross of Life musicians and North Atlanta Talent Education (NATE)! \nChristmas Market vendors: Thank you for your interest\, but applications are no longer being accepted for the market. Vendor info is here.
URL:https://crossoflifelutheran.org/event/christmas-festival-and-market/
CATEGORIES:Adult,Children,Event,Family,Fellowship,Holiday,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T180000
DTSTAMP:20260422T062523
CREATED:20251013T222551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T222319Z
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SUMMARY:Trunk & Treat
DESCRIPTION:Join in the fun at Cross of Life’s Trunk & Treat on October 26 from 4pm – 6pm! 1000 Hembree Rd\, Roswell GA 30076 \n\nTrunk & Treat\nChili Cook-off\nGames and a Bounce House\n\nPlease RSVP below or on our Facebook event page and share to your own page to help us spread the word! \nItinerary for the evening \n\n3:45pm – 4:15pm: Cars arrive to begin setting up for Trunk-or-Treat\n4:00pm – 5:00pm: Minute-to-win-it games and bounce house set up and ready to go\n4:15pm – 4:50pm: Trunk-or-Treating begins\n5:00pm – 6:00pm: Chili Cook-Off Begins\n\nTrunk-or-Treat details \n\nSet up between 3:45pm – 4:15pm (area will be roped off at 4:15pm)\nChildren will go through at 4:30pm\nLocal businesses and nonprofits are welcome to participate!\n\nRules for Participating \n\nCars must arrive by 4:15pm to participate\nNo scary trunk displays or costumes allowed\nAll car trunks and treats will be inspected before the event begins\nAn adult must be with the vehicle throughout the event\nTeams are welcome!\nSign-ups must be completed by Friday\, October 24th\n\nClick here to sign up to register your car \nChili Cook-Off \n\nBring your pot of chili for judging (prepared ahead of time – no cooking on-site)\nInclude a list of ingredients to be mindful of people’s allergies\nPrizes for spiciest\, best all-around\, and people’s choice\n\nRules for Participating \n\nA minimum of 1 gallon of made from scratch chili must be cooked\, ready to eat\, and ready to be judged.\nChili must be prepared in a sanitary manner and must be kept at a minimum of 140 degrees and covered with a lid when not serving.\nAll ingredients must be edible and readily purchased at a major grocery store and contestants must provide a list of ingredients on display at the table.\nContestants should be willing/able to sample his/her own chili.\nEach contestant will be assigned a contestant number for anonymous judging.\nContestants must agree to the terms that the public will be consuming the chili at the event.\nChili may be brought to the church as early as 3pm but no later than 4pm.\nTeams are welcome!\nSign-ups must be completed by Friday\, October 24th.\n\nPlease click here to register to make chili.
URL:https://crossoflifelutheran.org/event/trunk-or-treat/
CATEGORIES:Adult,Children,Event,Family,Fellowship,Meeting,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T110000
DTSTAMP:20260422T062523
CREATED:20250916T000809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T190234Z
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SUMMARY:Community Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to join us for a free pancake breakfast on Sunday\, October 26 at 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 talking with you! \nCross of Life Lutheran Church: 1000 Hembree Rd.\, Roswell GA 30076
URL:https://crossoflifelutheran.org/event/community-breakfast-4/
CATEGORIES:Adult,Children,Event,Family,Fellowship,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T062523
CREATED:20250303T151916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T163622Z
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SUMMARY:Women's Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the church for a deep dive into the Bible\, fellowship\, and worship. This gathering will be led by Be Fitzpatrick\, who creates small group and devotional content. The gathering will start with coffee and pastries at 9am and teaching and discussion will begin at 9:30am. Lunch will be provided and the gathering will end with worship. (Registration is now closed.) \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://crossoflifelutheran.org/event/womens-gathering/
CATEGORIES:Adult,Christian Education,Event,Fellowship,Worship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T173000
DTSTAMP:20260422T062523
CREATED:20241006T200022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251004T151531Z
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SUMMARY:Pet Blessing
DESCRIPTION:In honor of the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi\, we will have our annual pet blessing on the front lawn of our church. The event will feature a short service celebrating all of God’s creation\, a prayer over our pets and people who work with animals\, and a recognition of all our beloved pets that we have lost along the way. This year we will also have free pet photos\, raffle prizes\, and treats for owners and pets alike. See this Facebook event for details. We look forward to seeing you and your pets!
URL:https://crossoflifelutheran.org/event/pet-blessing/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250803T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250803T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T062523
CREATED:20240731T155325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250726T134422Z
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SUMMARY:Back-to-School Bash
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, August 3 is our Back-to-School Bash with fun for the whole family and all ages! See below for all of the details\, but please note that there will be one worship service at 10:00 AM\, both in-person and online.  We look forward to connecting with you and getting the new school year kicked off with loads of prayers! \n10:00AM – One worship service with Backpack Blessing for all ages\n11:30AM – Lunch and activities start \nLunch will be a potluck with chicken provided by Cozy Coop in Roswell (Thank you!).\n\nPotluck / Bounce House / Face Painting / Service Project / Karaoke / Cards / Cake Walk / Snow Cones / Popcorn / Mario Kart / Yard Games
URL:https://crossoflifelutheran.org/event/back-to-school-bash/
CATEGORIES:Adult,Children,Christian Education,Event,Family,Fellowship,Music,Worship,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250420T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250420T110000
DTSTAMP:20260422T062523
CREATED:20250410T203300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T203300Z
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SUMMARY:Easter Egg Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Bring your basket! You’re invited to an Easter egg hunt on Easter Sunday\, April 20 beginning around 10 – 10:10am! Families will gather in Gathering Room B for a telling of the Easter story then children are divided into age groups for the hunt. Each child will receive a goody bag at the end. We look forward to seeing you! \nOur Easter worship services will be at 9am (contemporary) and 11:15am (traditional) and all are welcome.
URL:https://crossoflifelutheran.org/event/easter-egg-hunt/
CATEGORIES:Children,Christian Education,Event,Family,Holiday,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250309T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250309T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T062523
CREATED:20250307T161042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250307T161042Z
UID:10000140-1741521600-1741536000@crossoflifelutheran.org
SUMMARY:Hunger Walk
DESCRIPTION:For more than 40 years\, thousands of people of various backgrounds and cultures have joined together to end hunger in our community — one step at a time. Walkers and runners participate in this 5K event that benefits local hunger relief organizations that support hundreds of food pantries\, shelters\, community kitchens\, senior centers\, and childcare centers across metro Atlanta and north Georgia. \n\nClick here to register to walk/run or to donate on behalf of the Cross of Life team!
URL:https://crossoflifelutheran.org/event/hunger-walk-2/
CATEGORIES:Event,Volunteer
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