“A church that pleases God and spreads the Word.” That was the goal of Southside Church of Christ. The church began with a small group. The Spearses, Linebargers, Plasters, Comptons and Joneses gathered in 1941. They founded a church with a mission. It was to be caring and evangelistic to the community.
Southside Church of Christ took evangelism seriously. It served God by serving others. It involved its people in service. The church supported evangelism locally and abroad. It supported missionaries in other countries. The church family felt strongly about sharing Christ. They taught the message of Christ locally. Southside Church of Christ currently livestreams services. You can find them on Facebook and YouTube.
Southside Church of Christ teaches and does benevolent work. It helps local people in need. The church supports two children’s homes in Arkansas. These are the Southern Christian Home and the Paragould Children’s Home. It also supports Sparrows Promise. This is a foster home program.
Southside Church of Christ is a close group. It is like a church family. Members know and support each other. They are all teachers, workers and helpers.
Two special events mark the church’s year. The first is Vacation Bible School. It takes place the second week of June. It includes classes and lectures for all ages. Adults and children attend. They enjoy singing VBS songs.
The second event is Homecoming. It is the first weekend of October. The church invites everyone. This includes area residents and past members. Many former members attend each year. Some travel long distances. Attendance is usually around 250. The annual Homecoming began in 1985.
Many changes have occurred since the church’s founding. It started as a one-room building. Over the years, eight classrooms were added. Also, there is an office. The church added a fellowship room and more parking. Some founding families still have members attending Southside Church of Christ.
The congregation has seen changes in membership over time. Changes are expected in the life of a church. The goal remains the same though. Southside Church of Christ always strives to please God and spread His Word.
Interestingly, Southside Church of Christ became Cross Tower Church of Christ. It is now located at 6979 South 3200 West in West Jordan, Utah. The phone number is 801.964.8947. You can email them at crosstowerchurch@gmail.com.
Cross Tower Church of Christ has several elders. They oversee the church. They shepherd its members. These elders include Mike Dennis, Lew Hancock, Jeff Oliverson, Mark Swan and Bill Tyson. They have served the church in various capacities. They include teaching, leading worship and managing ministries. The elders love the family feeling at Cross Tower. They are dedicated to teaching God’s Word.
The church offers Sunday worship at 10:30 am. You can attend in person or watch the livestream on Facebook and YouTube. Sunday Bible classes are at 9:30 am. There is also a Spanish service at 10:30 am. It is also livestreamed on Facebook.