LOCAL MISSIONS
We believe missions begin across the street, not just across the ocean. For us, that means faithfully loving and serving the people in our own neighborhoods, schools, and surrounding cities. We intentionally partner with local schools and Christ-centered organizations that are already doing effective and compassionate work in our community. These partnerships allow us to join God where He is already at work, build long-term relationships, and make a tangible impact in the lives of our neighbors. We are committed to evaluating and nurturing these partnerships to ensure they align with our core values: gospel centrality, relational ministry, long-term transformation & partnership. Our local partners reflect a diversity of ministries, including:
Buckner International
Buckner serves vulnerable children and families through foster care, adoption services, family support programs and humanitarian aid—providing stability, hope, and long-term care rooted in Christ-centered compassion.
Brookdale Senior Living & The Oaks
Brookdale & The Oaks cares for senior adults through assisted living and memory care services, offering dignity, community, and opportunities for meaningful connection in later stages of life.
Gateway of Grace
Gateway of Grace walks alongside refugees by helping them navigate resettlement, build community, and experience the love of Christ in tangible ways including ESL classes and job training.
Genesis Women’s Shelter
Genesis provides safety, shelter, and long-term support for women and children escaping domestic violence, empowering them toward healing.
Good Samaritans of Garland
Good Sam provides nutritious food to anyone in need ensuring that access to food remains simple, welcoming, and barrier-free.
Harbour of Hope
Harbour of Hope provides Christ-centered counseling and care for individuals, couples, and families, helping people navigate trauma, hardship, and life challenges with biblical truth and compassionate support.
Garland Independent School District
Our partnerships with local schools allow us to support students, teachers, and families through mentoring, campus support, and resource provision—investing in the next generation.
Poiema Foundation
Poiema exists to bring hope, restoration, and freedom to individuals impacted by human trafficking and sexual exploitation. Through community education, outreach initiatives, survivor support, and strategic partnerships, Poiema works to raise awareness of trafficking while helping vulnerable individuals find safety, healing, and a path toward restoration.
Pregnancy Resource Center
The Pregnancy Resource Center of Mesquite provides compassionate care, practical resources, and Christ-centered support to women, men, and families facing unplanned pregnancies and parenting challenges. Through pregnancy testing, ultrasounds, parenting education, material assistance, mentoring, and ongoing encouragement, the PRC helps individuals make informed decisions while experiencing the love and hope of Christ.
Trinity Restoration Ministries
Through a Christ-centered approach to restoration, the ministry helps participants address the spiritual, emotional, and practical challenges that often accompany addiction, broken relationships, homelessness, incarceration, and other difficult circumstances. Their goal is not simply behavior change, but heart transformation through a growing relationship with Jesus Christ and connection to a healthy faith community.
Ways to Get Involved Consistently
Good Samaritans of Garland
Serve families in need through food distribution, hospitality, and prayer.
Volunteer Here: Good Samaritans of Garland
Opportunities: Monday - Friday from 8:30 am - 2:00 pm
Gateway of Grace
Invest in refugee families by serving in ESL classes this fall, helping new neighbors learn English and experience the love of Christ through meaningful relationships.
ESL classes meet Monday–Thursday from 9:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. on either a Mon/Wed or Tues/Thurs schedule. No teaching experience or degree is needed. The fall semester begins in September.
Volunteer Here: Gateway of Grace
Opportunities: Weekly / relational commitment
Poiema
We mobilize volunteers to distribute missing child posters and raise awareness about human trafficking, a growing crisis impacting communities close to home.
Join our Poiema group: Poiema Team
Opportunities: 2nd Saturday morning of every month
Questions?
If you'd like help finding the right opportunity or learning more about Local Missions at Crossroads, contact:
Ryan Lynch
Local Missions Coordinator
rlynch@crossroadsrowlett.org