News & Stories

A Recipe for Success

Sue and Karson have been a Mentor and Mentee pair for over five years through CrossNet’s Mentor Program! Their time together has included shared experiences, growth, and a bond that has only strengthened over the years. Check out their story and the ways they’ve grown their relationship through baking for the New Holland Fair and spending intentional time together! It really is a recipe for… Read More

The CrossNet Ministries Board of Directors is seeking its next Executive Director

Below is the description for the position of Executive Director at CrossNet Ministries. Executive Director Position Description  Position title: Executive Director  Status: Full-Time Salary  Reports to: Board of Directors  CrossNet Ministries Mission:  CrossNet Ministries is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization. CrossNet exists to offer help and hope in the name of Jesus Christ by empowering people in the ELANCO Community. CrossNet Ministries offers programs in… Read More

CrossNet Ministries Important Upcoming Transition Announcement: From the Board of Directors & Meredith Dahl

Please read below for an important update from Board Chair, Brian Martin. Dear CrossNet Ministries Supporter,  On behalf of the CrossNet Board of Directors, we wish to share with you an important and heartfelt announcement. After seventeen years of leadership, our Executive Director, Meredith Dahl, has expressed to the CrossNet Board of Directors her decision to transition from her current role. This decision comes after… Read More

CrossNet Ministries’ Warehouse Renovation Update!

Please read below for an important update on the Warehouse Renovation Project from CrossNet Executive Director, Meredith Dahl. Dear Supporters,  I am excited to share an update with you regarding CrossNet Ministries’ (CrossNet’s) expansion and renovation project!  As many of you know, in 2022 CrossNet shared a need regarding the necessity for more space for programs. We have been growing over the past six years… Read More

Summer Nights Dinner & Auction Recap: Thank You To Our Sponsors!

It was a wonderful time at the CrossNet Summer Nights Dinner & Auction! We wanted to give a special thank you to our amazing sponsors and vendors who made this night happen! We are so grateful for your support and generosity. Thank you for offering help and hope in the name of Jesus! Thank you to our Sponsors: Event Sponsor Legacy Sponsor Stage Sponsors Live… Read More

2024 Winter Coat Program

Join us for our Annual Winter Coat Program held on Monday, October 14th between 9 AM and 6 PM. There will be free Coats, Hats, Gloves & Scarves of all sizes!  This event is limited to kids & teens. Click here for a family flyer For more information on details for receiving a coat, please email corrine@elancocross.org. DONATION INFORMATION: Click here for donation details Sizes and… Read More

2024 Backpack Program: Thank You!

The Annual Backpack Program was a huge success! Through the generosity of our amazing community, we were able to hand out over 720 backpacks to students in the ELANCO School District! Students were able to choose a backpack of their choice full of school supplies, a new water bottle, receive a free haircut and a free clothing voucher, and enjoy delicious treats. Thank you to… Read More

Volunteer Appreciation Event

Recently, in honor of National Volunteer Appreciation Month, CrossNet had the privilege of hosting its first annual Volunteer Appreciation Event! Many CrossNet Volunteers gathered for an evening of fellowship and to enjoy a meal from Shady Maple Smorgasbord.  It was an honor to celebrate these individuals and thank them for the ways they consistently offer help and hope in the name of Jesus to the… Read More

May Gives More

May Gives More is back! For the whole month of May, CrossNet Ministries is partnering with six local restaurants to support our mission of offering help and hope in the ELANCO community! Every Friday in May, when you visit any of the restaurants below, a portion of their sales will go to CrossNet! No need to show a flyer or even say you are with… Read More

2024 CrossNet Annual Banquet Recap

Our 2024 Annual Banquet was a night to remember! Thank you to everyone who partnered with CrossNet and supported this incredible evening. We also want to thank Nate Deen, who blessed us with his story and a reminder of the power of unconditional love. You can watch most of the night, including staff updates, and new videos, here. Click on the photo below to view… Read More