Friendship & Community.

Articles from Cross Church pastors on friendship, encouragement, hospitality, and loving your neighbors.

A Hospitable Holiday

The holidays are one of the most natural times to invite someone to church. Here are eight practical ways to extend a warm, hospitable invitation.

Andrew Bailey

The Hardest Words to Say

Saying “I’m sorry” can taste bitter, but it keeps us humble, deepens our relationships, and grows us spiritually.

Tyler Trusley

Encouraging Others

Scripture calls us to encourage one another and build each other up. Here is what biblical encouragement looks like and how to practice it every day.

Andrew Puett

Friending as Adults

Making friends is easy as a kid and surprisingly hard as an adult. Three steps for making new friends and investing in the ones you have.

Andrew Bailey

The Art of Neighboring

Garages and busy schedules make it easy to never meet the people next door. Here are simple, creative ways to know your neighbors and make Jesus known to them.