Crossroads Charlotte | Imagine Our Tomorrow. Act Today.

Crossroads Charlotte presents four plausible stories about Charlotte's future and asks the community to Imagine Our Tomorrow and exchange ideas, experiences and actions that shape a positive future for everyone.

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Crossroads Charlotte offers numerous ways for the community to Act Today in small and large ways to build trust by creating access, inclusion and equity in Charlotte-Mecklenburg.

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Mar 20

Jatrine Bentsi-Enchill is attending the event Somali Bantu Community (SBC)

"Building community capacity - as a new 501(c)(3) organization, the SBC is working to build leadership and organizational culture. This event brings together community..."

Mar 16

Jatrine Bentsi-Enchill is attending the event Conversations at the Crossroads: Building Trust Across the...

"Join us for a community dialogue inspired by Xchange Sermons, "Building Trust Across the Faith Community"! During the 2-hour session participants will learn more about..."

Mar 18

Jatrine Bentsi-Enchill is attending the event Immigrants & Access: What Are You Prepared to Do?

"In November, at the invitation of Crossroads Charlotte, over 60 Charlotte residents from various parts of the world gathered at the International House to talk about the..."

Mar 12

Liz Barrett is attending the event Bridges Out of Poverty Training (Class Matters 1)

"Friday night 6:00-9:00 pm & Saturday morning 9:00 am - 12:00 pm We will learn about Ruby Payne's Bridges Out of Poverty. Facilitators: Wanda Anderson (Social Worker,..."

Mar 21

Patricia Zoder is attending the event Xchange Sermon: Faith Memorial Baptist Church at Grace...

"A special sermon from Pastor Dennis Williams(Faith Memorial Baptist Church) given to the congregation at Grace Covenant 8:00AM/9:30AM/11:15AM Sunday services, and Monday,..."

Mar 18

Patricia Zoder is attending the event Immigrants & Access: What Are You Prepared to Do?

"In November, at the invitation of Crossroads Charlotte, over 60 Charlotte residents from various parts of the world gathered at the International House to talk about the..."

Mar 16

Patricia Zoder is attending the event Conversations at the Crossroads: Building Trust Across the...

"Join us for a community dialogue inspired by Xchange Sermons, "Building Trust Across the Faith Community"! During the 2-hour session participants will learn more about..."

Mar 17

Patricia Zoder is attending the event Xchange Sermon: Lunch w/ Rabbi Streiffer, Dr. Jordan, Rod...

"Join us for a discussion over lunch at Sonoma with Rabbi Micah Streiffer (Temple Beth El), Dr. David Jordan (Providence Baptist Church), Rod Garvin, & Rev. Kate Perry..."

Patricia Zoder made an Xchange

"Pick it up even if you didn't drop it."

Brian Foreman made an Xchange

"Invited (and taking) the neighbors kids with me to a yoga class"

Mar 18

Annetta Foard added the event Immigrants & Access: What Are You Prepared to Do?

"In November, at the invitation of Crossroads Charlotte, over 60 Charlotte residents from various parts of the world gathered at the International House to talk about the..."

Apr 29

Annetta Foard added the event Immigrants & Access: What Are You Prepared to Do?

"In November, at the invitation of Crossroads Charlotte, over 60 Charlotte residents from various parts of the world gathered at the International House to talk about the..."

Apr 12

Annetta Foard added the event Immigration & Access: What Are You Prepared to Do?

"In November, at the invitation of Crossroads Charlotte, over 60 Charlotte residents from various parts of the world gathered at the International House to talk about the..."

Mar 13

ThomasboroGarden added the event Thomasboro Garden Fence continued

"We are meeting to finish up on the garden fence for the Thomasboro Community Garden."

Tracy Russ made an Xchange

"helped my elderly neighbor roll out her garbage can to the curb"

Mar 20

Patrick Chang added the event Somali Bantu Community (SBC)

"Building community capacity - as a new 501(c)(3) organization, the SBC is working to build leadership and organizational culture. This event brings together community..."

Tracy Russ made an Xchange

"Buy locally grown fruits and vegetables"

Tracy Russ made an Xchange

"Pick it up even if you didn't drop it."

Jun 1

Chris Goodwin is attending the event TestbedDeluxe Competition

"Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipisicing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud..."

Michael Wuori joined the group Studiobanks

"Studiobanks is a small webcentric design firm producing BIG results! We have become known for producing memorable, high quality work that creates buzz. For each project, we..."

Michael Wuori joined the group Chester Second Baptist

"Glorifying God as We Reach and Teach Our World"

Stacey Richards made an Xchange

"Just exchanged business cards with Christy at StudioBanks"

Mar 20

bizguild is attending the event 2nd Annual Charlotte Business Guild Business Expo

"The 2nd Annual Charlotte Business Guild Business Expo will be held on Saturday, March 20th from Noon - 4pm at the Crowne Plaza Charlotte, 201 S. McDowell Street. This is a..."

Mar 16

bizguild is attending the event March Event of the Charlotte Business Guild

"March Events of the Charlotte Business Guild Tues. March 16, Rev. Sonja Lee, Founder, Lionel Lee Jr. Center for Wellness (www.LLCWellness.org), Crowne Plaza Hotel, 201 S...."

Mar 10

bizguild is attending the event LGBT Monthly Business Social

"LGBT Monthly Business Social, Wed., March 10, Hartigan’s on Cedar, 5:30-7 p.m. The Charlotte Business Guild hosts a monthly Wednesday Social (on the second Wednesday of..."

Brant Aycock made an Xchange

"Had dinner with friends and saw a play last night."

Mar 5

Christi Lee added the event Conference on Immigration

"Unity Group for Immigration Reform cordially invites you to a conference on immigration. Learn about myhs and realities of immigrant issues; gain a better understanding of..."

Mar 10

bizguild added the event LGBT Monthly Business Social

"LGBT Monthly Business Social, Wed., March 10, Hartigan’s on Cedar, 5:30-7 p.m. The Charlotte Business Guild hosts a monthly Wednesday Social (on the second Wednesday of..."

Mar 16

bizguild added the event March Event of the Charlotte Business Guild

"March Events of the Charlotte Business Guild Tues. March 16, Rev. Sonja Lee, Founder, Lionel Lee Jr. Center for Wellness (www.LLCWellness.org), Crowne Plaza Hotel, 201 S...."

Mar 20

bizguild added the event 2nd Annual Charlotte Business Guild Business Expo

"The 2nd Annual Charlotte Business Guild Business Expo will be held on Saturday, March 20th from Noon - 4pm at the Crowne Plaza Charlotte, 201 S. McDowell Street. This is a..."

Stacey Richards joined the group The Charlotte Post

Mar 7

Stacey Richards added the event Xchange Sermon: Hickory Grove Presbyterian at The Chapel of...

"A special sermon from Minister Kate Murphy (Hickory Grove Presbyterian Church) given to the congregation at The Chapel of Christ the King during the 11:00am service."

Mar 5

idea added the event FREE SHOW @ CHIMA BRAZILIAN STEAKHOUSE

"1st Friday is this week tell everyone. This is a FREE show with live music and great specials all night. March 5th starts at 7pm. Get there early!!! Domestic beer $2,..."

Feb 28

Stacey Richards added the event Xchange Sermon: The Chapel of Christ the King at Hickory...

"A special sermon from Rev. Angela Boatright-Spencer (The Chapel of Christ the King) given to the congregation at Hickory Grove Presbyterian Church 10:30am service"

Stacey Richards made an Xchange

"Had Thai with a new friend"

Stacey Richards made an Xchange

"I just hosted an Xchange 60!"

Brant Aycock made an Xchange

"Had lunch with a new friend"

Brant Aycock made an Xchange

"Exchange a CD of your favorite music with a friend or neighbor."

Mar 6

Liz Barrett is attending the event Ethnic Festival

"The first of what we hope will become an annual event. Thomasboro has many different cultures within its boundaries. On March 6th we will feature various groups, food and..."

Apr 6

Brant Aycock added the event Columbian Cuisine

"Pio Pio serves authentic Colombian (and Peruvian) cuisine in a uniquely decorated setting, with colorfully hand painted Columbian artwork. From lightly breaded steak to..."

Brant Aycock joined the group Immigration Test Group

"Our group is interested in access to education for different races of immigrants."

Mar 6

Jenni Gaisbauer is attending the event Changing Places Free Community Day

"Join us for a multi-everything! Explore the exhibit and enjoy a mix of cultures, people, dance, music, arts, and activities for all ages. Free admission all day. Featuring:..."

Mar 4

Jenni Gaisbauer is attending the event Justice Older Than The Law

"The evening includes a reception, reading and booksigning with Katie McCabe, author of Justice Older than the Law, which celebrates the life and legacy of Charlotte native..."

Mar 2

Stacey Richards is attending the event Thai Cuisine

"Monsoon Thai Cuisine offers all the traditional Thai dishes that have made this food a favorite for people who appreciate exotic flavors and grand presentation. From tasty..."

Apr 30

Stacey Richards is attending the event Dancing for Diversity

"Forty eight students of different backgrounds from 4 elementary schools come together to have fun while dancing Salsa! They will display their talent and compete for trophies..."

Mar 30

Joelle Karout added the event Photomontage of Haiti Relief Volunteers

"In the recent exhibition Loïs Mailou Jones: A Life in Vibrant Color, Jones focused a part of her life’s work in Haiti. The recent disaster has again focused attention on the..."

Mar 20

Scott Terry added the event Lakewood Community - The Art and Pictures of our Heritage

"The Lakewood Community will sit down to dinner and share the Art and Photographs from our Communities unique and diverse heritage. We will have art, photographs and cultural..."

Mar 6

Jim Goodwill added the event Ethnic Festival

"The first of what we hope will become an annual event. Thomasboro has many different cultures within its boundaries. On March 6th we will feature various groups, food and..."

Feb 18

Joelle Karout added the event The Vibrant Colors of Diversity Networking

"The Mint Museum, along with the Charlotte Chamber Diversity Officer's Roundtable, The Duke Energy Foundation and Wachovia, A Wells Fargo Company, cordially invite you to..."

Mar 4

Jenni Gaisbauer added the event Justice Older Than The Law

"The evening includes a reception, reading and booksigning with Katie McCabe, author of Justice Older than the Law, which celebrates the life and legacy of Charlotte native..."

Xchange Sermons

Religious leaders from various faiths leave their congregations to speak to the congregations of another faith -- connecting dreams of a more unified community with a message to act on faith and make that imagined place a real one.

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Crossroads Charlotte Events

MAR 16

Conversations at the Crossroads: Building Trust Across the Faith Community

Join us for a community dialogue inspired by Xchange Sermons, "Building...

March 16, 2010

MAR 17

Xchange Sermon: Lunch w/ Rabbi Streiffer, Dr. Jordan, Rod Garvin, & Kate Perry

Join us for a discussion over lunch at Sonoma with Rabbi Micah Streiffer...

March 17, 2010

MAR 21

Xchange Sermon: Faith Memorial Baptist Church at Grace Covenant Church

A special sermon from Pastor Dennis Williams(Faith Memorial Baptist...

March 21, 2010

Community Events

MAR 10

LGBT Monthly Business Social

LGBT Monthly Business Social, Wed., March 10, Hartigan’s on Cedar, 5:30-7...

March 10, 2010

MAR 11

Film - "For My Father (Sof Shavua B'Tel Aviv)"

In this award winning film, part of the Charlotte Jewish Film Festival, "A...

March 11, 2010

MAR 12

Bridges Out of Poverty Training (Class Matters 1)

Friday night 6:00-9:00 pm & Saturday morning 9:00 am - 12:00 pm We will...

March 12, 2010

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XChange Sermons: Finding A Lesson In An Offensive Story

Posted By: Greg Lacour on: Mar 08, 2010 0 Comments

The Rev. Kate Murphy had a confession to make: There’s a section of Scripture, specifically Mark 7: 24-30, that’s bothered – even offended – her since her first year in Seminary. It’s the story of a Gentile woman who approaches Jesus as he hides in a house. The woman’s daughter is possessed, and she begs Jesus to expel the demon. Jesus declines. It is not right, he... read more

Xchange Sermons: 'We Really Are Part Of The Same Community'

Posted By: Tonya Jameson on: Mar 06, 2010 0 Comments

University Park minister Nicole Massie drives past First Christian Church everyday on her way home, but until Feb. 28, she’d never set foot in the church on East Boulevard. Massie... read more

'People's Lives Are At Stake'; 3 Tips For Surviving Being Jobless

Posted By: Andria Krewson on: Mar 05, 2010 0 Comments

We don’t give up. Charlotte Mayor Anthony Foxx used those four words to sum up a Charlotte meeting about jobs at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church on Beatties Ford Road on March 4. With... read more