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At Crossfire Ministries, every day tells a story worth sharing—of compassion, community, and faith in action. From major announcements and local partnerships to volunteer spotlights and heartfelt guest experiences, this is where we celebrate what happens when people come together to care for one another.
A Bowl of Comfort
A simple homemade apple crisp recipe made with fresh apples, oats, and warm spices. An easy, affordable dessert that feeds a family and uses basic pantry ingredients.
Behind the Door
In Colorado, one in seven people struggles with food insecurity. The Farm Bill may feel distant, but in Colorado Springs it determines whether families quietly manage or quietly spiral. Here’s what federal nutrition policy means on the ground — and why it matters to our neighbors.
Making Something Sweet Out of What’s Left
A simple banana bread recipe paired with a February devotional from Heart to Table—inviting families to cook with confidence, steward what they have, and find nourishment in ordinary moments.
Why Crossfire Calls People “Guests,” Not Clients
Why does Crossfire call people “guests” instead of clients? Because language shapes culture. At Crossfire Ministries, this intentional choice reflects a deeper commitment to dignity, hospitality, and relationship-centered care. Guests are welcomed, offered choice, and treated as neighbors—never reduced to need or circumstance. This posture reshapes how care is delivered and how communities are strengthened.
National Pie Day, 2026
National Pie Day is January 21, 2026! Heart to Table is sharing a favorite thrifty no-crust pumpkin/squash pie—simple, affordable, and made to share. Bake it and tag #HeartToTable! #crossfireministries
Feeding Hope Beyond the Holidays
Explore why food insecurity is a year-round challenge and how Crossfire Ministries leads with dignity-centered, sustainable support that goes beyond seasonal charity to provide continuous care and respect for neighbors in tight places.
Nourished for New Beginnings
January invites reflection, renewal, and a return to simple rhythms. Nourished for New Beginnings explores how food, faith, and thoughtful cooking intersect in real kitchens during real seasons. Through a humble, nourishing recipe, this reflection highlights how stewardship cooking and shared meals can bring comfort, dignity, and hope to families navigating a new year with limited resources.
A Season of Light
When resources feel tight, the kitchen can become a place of anxiety—or a place of hope. In December’s Crossfire Heart to Table devotional, we return to a simple truth: feeding a family well doesn’t require more money, more food, or more perfection. It requires care, confidence, and community. This month’s featured recipe—Creamy Soup with Any Vegetable & Meat—is built for real kitchens and real seasons. It honors leftovers, adapts to what’s on hand, and teaches one of the most important lessons Crossfire shares through its education programs: stewardship begins with using what you already have.
10 Ways to Thrift Holiday Gifts on a Budget
Holiday giving doesn’t have to strain a family’s budget. Thoughtful gifts can be curated through secondhand shopping, offering meaningful alternatives that honor both generosity and sustainability. At Crossfire Thrift, we see how intentional thrifting creates personalized gifts while also strengthening our mission to provide food, clothing, and care for families in tight places. These ten ideas offer practical ways to rethink holiday giving through purpose-driven thrift.
Crossfire Ministries serves 2,500 Families in 2025 Thanksgiving Food Box Program
Crossfire Ministries distributed Thanksgiving Food Boxes to 2,500 families in 2025—driven by rising food insecurity and the SNAP delay. Learn how to support this vital community effort.