Crossroads Presbyterian Church, Blue Ridge, TX
They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. Acts 2:42
Our Charge for Christian Living
You go nowhere by accident. Wherever you go, God is sending you; wherever you are, God has put you there; He has a purpose in your being there. Christ who dwells within you has something he wants to do through you wherever you are. Believe this, and go in His grace and love and power.
–Rev. Richard Halverson
Our Pastor
Our Leadership
Our History
Dr. Scott Leslie has served as the Stated Supply (part-time) Pastor of the Crossroads church since 2007. Prior to that time, he had served full-time pastorates in Allen, Texas; Okeechobee, Florida; Overland Park, Kansas; and Ararat, Virginia. He and his wife, Mary, also served as missionaries in Kinshasa, Zaire (now Republic of the Cong
Dr. Scott Leslie has served as the Stated Supply (part-time) Pastor of the Crossroads church since 2007. Prior to that time, he had served full-time pastorates in Allen, Texas; Okeechobee, Florida; Overland Park, Kansas; and Ararat, Virginia. He and his wife, Mary, also served as missionaries in Kinshasa, Zaire (now Republic of the Congo), and he served as a Volunteer-in Mission in Kwangju, (South) Korea. Dr. Leslie also served as a Chaplain in the US Army Reserve for 13 years. A graduate of Texas A&M University and Union Theological Seminary in Richmond, Virginia, Pastor Scott retired two years ago from teaching at Blue Ridge High School where he taught World History, US History, Government, Economics, Psychology and Sociology. Raised in the Presbyterian church, his faith came alive while in High School. He is the third of eight children. His father (a US Navy veteran, now deceased) retired from the aerospace industry as an engineer with several NASA contractors; his mother (also deceased) retired from decades of work with Texas Child Protective Services. He has been married over 40 years to his wife Mary. They have two married adult daughters, one of whom is a teacher in San Antonio, and the other who works for Samsung Telecommunications in Plano. Scott’s hobbies include investigating his Scottish history and lineage, playing guitar, exploring the outdoors and reading good science fiction novels. He has received numerous awards for his teaching and pastoral work over the years, but holds the greatest prize the honor of being claimed by Jesus Christ and participating in His life of service to the world (Philippians 3:12).
Our History
Our Leadership
Our History
Established in 1883, Crossroads Presbyterian Church has been a cornerstone of our community for over 141 years. Our story began as the Desert Creek Church, where thirteen members from five families installed three elders and two deacons. Its original location is not far from our current church. In 2011, we broke ground for a new buildi
Established in 1883, Crossroads Presbyterian Church has been a cornerstone of our community for over 141 years. Our story began as the Desert Creek Church, where thirteen members from five families installed three elders and two deacons. Its original location is not far from our current church. In 2011, we broke ground for a new building on land donated by the Brummett Family. The first service was held on September 4, 2011.
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We have a rich history of serving others and sharing the message of Christ.
Our Leadership
Our Leadership
Our Leadership
Elders
Class of 2024
Mike Picou Lacia Stogsdill
Class of 2025
Dale Ferrell Jean Tykoski
Class of 2026
Shleana Brinkley Lindsey Jenkins
Our Music Program
Pianist: Trena Griffin
Keyboards: Betty Frazier
Music Direction: Mike Picou
Audio Engineer: Jimmy Frazier
Youth Director: Lacia Stogsdill
Ministers: All Members
Our Beliefs
Our Leadership
Our Leadership
✝️ Church History ️ ✝️ Theology
Events
Sat 10/12 Restart Fellowship Breakfast @ 8AM & Church Workday
Sun 10/13 Marlene Pelt Concert
Thurs 10/17 @ 6 PM, Youth/Young Adult Bible Study
Sun 10/20 Worship, Elder Elections & Potluck Lunch
Sat 10/26 New Elder Training @ 9AM
Thurs 10/31 Halloween
Sun 11/
✝️ Church History ️ ✝️ Theology
Events
Sat 10/12 Restart Fellowship Breakfast @ 8AM & Church Workday
Sun 10/13 Marlene Pelt Concert
Thurs 10/17 @ 6 PM, Youth/Young Adult Bible Study
Sun 10/20 Worship, Elder Elections & Potluck Lunch
Sat 10/26 New Elder Training @ 9AM
Thurs 10/31 Halloween
Sun 11/ 3 All Saints’ Sunday & Kirkin’ o’ the Tartans
Wed 11/6 1st Wed Meal & Study at 6:30 PM
Thurs 11/7 @ 6 PM, Youth/Young Adult Bible Study
Sat 11/9 @ 8AM Fellowship Breakfast
Sun 11/10 Worship Concert with Lori Nixon & Kathy Malone
Sun 11/17 Pastor Scott’s last Sunday before retirement and Thanksgiving meal
Thurs 11/28 Thanksgiving Day
Wed 12/4 1st Wed Meal & Study at 6:30PM
Thurs 12/5 @ 9AM Grace Presbytery (Camp Gilmont, Gilmer)
@ 6 PM, Youth/Young Adult Bible Study
Sun 12/8 Session Budget Planning
Sat 12/14 Fellowship Breakfast @ 8AM (bring a side dish)
Sun., 12/15 Christmas Concert (meal after worship)
Thurs 12/19 @ 6 PM, Youth/Young Adult Bible Study
Sun 12/22 Candlelight Worship (5:30 PM)
Wed 12/25 – Christmas Day
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