Grove Newsletter: August 2026

Member Church Update

We are thankful to be part of a network of churches committed to planting churches. We would love to begin sharing updates from the individual churches in our network so that you can hear how God is working throughout Arizona and so that we can be praying for one another.

Crosspoint Bible Church

Crosspoint Bible Church is a faithful group of believers located in North Phoenix, near a rapidly growing area of the city. TSMC is also just a few miles away.

It is encouraging to hear how the church is seeking to grow together and equip its ministry leaders. Through their summer seminars, they have been working to deepen their shared understanding of the gospel. They also meet regularly with their church leaders to encourage one another and pursue faithful ministry.

Ways to Pray for Crosspoint:

• That the church would continue to grow in sacrificial commitment to one another and in sharing the gospel.

• That several regular attenders would formally commit to the church.

• That those who have wandered from obedience to Christ would repent and return to faithful obedience.

• That the church would have greater opportunities to make inroads into the surrounding community.

• That the members would build meaningful personal relationships with their neighbors, including opportunities to reach the growing Taiwanese population in the area.

Please join us in praying for Crosspoint Bible Church and for the ways God is using them to make disciples and proclaim the gospel in North Phoenix.

Charles Simeon Trust Workshop on Biblical Exposition

The Workshop on Biblical Exposition is a three-day training event designed to encourage and equip men in the skills needed to read, understand, and faithfully proclaim the Word of God.

What to Expect

1. Principles of Exposition

Instructional sessions focused on how to better read, interpret, and handle biblical texts for preaching.

2. Small Group Practice

Participants will prepare two biblical passages in advance and share their expositions in small groups. You will have the opportunity to receive helpful feedback and learn from others.

3. Expositions

Times to sit under the Word of God and observe faithful biblical exposition.

These three components are intentionally designed to work together, providing instruction, practice, feedback, and observation to help you grow as a preacher.

Details

Date: October 14–16, 2026
Location: Camelback Bible Church
3900 E. Stanford Dr.

Paradise Valley, AZ 85253

Who is it for?
Primarily primary preachers, as well as men who preach regularly or are currently training to preach.

Registration Limit: Maximum of 5 registrations per church.

Cost: $139 through September 7, 2026
The registration fee includes 3 breakfasts and 2 lunches.