Library & Bookstore

Crossings Bookstore, located in the northeast corner of the Atrium, serves as a resource and gift shop for Crossings staff and members alike. The Bookstore carries a variety of Christian materials for growth, encouragement, or inspiration for all ages. Senior Pastor Marty Grubb’s sermons, as well as other Sunday morning messages and pastoral recommendations regarding specific materials are offered. Some class teachings are available through the bookstore as well.

Cards, gifts, gift cards and music are also available for purchase. The bookstore provides a special ordering service for materials you can’t find or that aren’t available in the store.

With more space in the new Atrium location comes exciting additions to the store. Check out what is new:

Expanded Bible section
Christian classics
Christian fiction
Audio books
Inspirational gift books
Improved CCC-recommended section
Crossings logo items (T-shirts, caps, mugs, etc.)
Additional featured areas for books and gifts

In an effort to serve those we minister to, the following discounts are offered daily:

Adults (55+) – 20%
Crossings Recommendations – 20%
Books - 15%
Cards - 10% (Receive a free card after the purchase of 9 cards)
Music - 10%
Gifts - 5%

Featuring Pastor Book Reviews

THE GOOD AND BEAUTIFUL GOD—
James Bryan Smith

Featured Books

I recently read The Good and Beautiful God by James Bryan Smith and am currently working through it with a group of guys on Sunday mornings. The book is great because it challenges you to think about your views of God to see if they are in line with what Jesus taught us. This dramatically affects, as the book points out, your relationship with God and how you live out your days. At the end of each chapter, there is a “soul training” exercise that reinforces the correct view of God put forth in the chapter. I found these exercises to be extremely practical and useful in drawing close to God and in helping to see Him in the proper light. I would highly recommend this book. I would also recommend that you go through it with a small group or friend because the chapters are sure to bring about great discussion, and it’s always good to have someone keep you accountable for the exercises as well.

—Ryan Brown, Director of Adult Education Ministries
(This is the first book in The Apprentice Series.)

RADICAL: TAKING BACK YOUR FAITH FROM THE AMERICAN DREAM—
by David Platt

Featured Books

If you’ve read books long enough, no doubt you’ve come across several that you think everyone should read. I just finished reading such a book and the lasting impression has me daydreaming of ways I can better live my life for Christ. This book may not be for everyone, and may not have the same impact on your life that it did on mine, but take a second to read the following excerpt from pages 172 & 173 of Radical: Taking Back Your Faith from the American Dream by David Platt.

“The reward of the American dream is safety, security, and success found in more comfort, better stuff, and greater prosperity. But the reward of Christ trumps all these things and beckons us to live for an eternal safety, security, and satisfaction that far outweigh everything this world has to offer.”

If you’re intrigued by this or it captures your heart or mind’s interest, then this book is a must-read for you!
—Mike Fackler, Pastor of Middle School Ministry

THE ME I WANT TO BE—
by John Ortberg

Featured Books

In this, my personal favorite of John Ortberg’s many books, he reminds us that God has created each of us to simply, but profoundly, be ourselves. He says, “When you flourish, you become more you. You become more of that person God had in mind when He thought you up. You don’t just become holier. You become you-ier… God wants to redeem you, not exchange you.”

In Ortberg’s discerning, yet unadorned manner, he shines the light of God’s truth on our humble, but holy nature according to God’s sanctifying plan. He describes the Holy Spirit’s transforming work as He redeems our minds, our time, our relationships, and our experiences. This book changed my thinking on spiritual formation.

—Deidre Franklin, Pastor of Spiritual Formation
(Read this book with friends ... join a Community Group this Fall.)

Crossings Music on CDs!

NEW release (November 2009) from Josh Edington, Director of Contemporary Worship

"This is the first CD I’ve done," says Josh, "And I’m really excited about it because all the songs are directed to God. I wrote three of the songs, and the other seven are recognizable contemporary worship songs." Christmas by the Fire by George Skramstad

From the Sanctuary ...
George Skramstad, Worship Director

"The choir and orchestra have recorded some CDs in past years that we’re so proud of, and we’re getting ready to record a new CD in 2010 with the choir featuring some of our favorite songs over the past few years."
CDs by Voices of Crossings and Festival Orchestra

Crossings Library, located in the northwest corner of the Atrium, offers a wide selection of children, adult, and youth books. Fiction and nonfiction titles of various genres are available. Library features include:

Reference and study area—includes many Bible tools and a computer with Bible software conducive for personal study.
Computer stations—Designed for personal Bible study, Crossings Library now houses a computer station featuring Logos Bible Software. We invite you to use this software loaded with tools to help users really dig into specific Bible passages or to gain fresh insight and understanding. It contains nearly 170 Bibles and Bible reference titles including lexicons, commentaries, Bible introductions and outlines, topical Bibles, Bible dictionaries, Bible maps, photos, and illustrations, Bible and church history, theology, apologetics, and Bible ethics tools, Bible study training, materials on witnessing, discipleship, and prayer, devotionals and more. Also available is a computer station for children. It includes various Bible games: Bible Grand Slam, Do You Know Who I Am?, Buzby in Breakin’ All the Rules, Bible Activity Time, and more. We’re excited about these enjoyable additions to the Library!
Specialized sections—Grieving of Children, Single Parenting, Elder Care, Home Schooling, Bible Reference and Spiritual Growth are just a few that are available. We hope these selections will benefit our readers!
Monitor playing inspirational movies
Noah's Ark

Crossings Resource Ministry’s
mission is to provide materials
promoting growth and knowledge
for one’s own faith journey or for
that of another. We look forward
to serving you better than ever!

Bookstore/Library Hours

  Bookstore and Library
  Hours of Operation

      Monday 8 a.m.—5 p.m.
    Tuesday: 8 a.m.—5 p.m.
    Wednesday: 8 a.m.—8 p.m.
    Thursday: 8 a.m.—5 p.m.
    Friday: 8 a.m.—12 noon
    Saturday: Closed
    Sunday: 7:45 a.m.—12:30 p.m.

Library Catalog

Want to see if the Crossings Library has a particular book? You can with our web-based database. Simply go to library.crossingsokc.org and you’re at the Welcome page. Then click on the highlighted “Crossings Community Church Library" and you’re in the catalog. You can search by title, author, subject, series title, or keyword for a basic search. Or use “and”, “or”, “not” or a call number for advanced searching.