Crosswalk welcomes members from all sects of Christianity

As an interdenominational student organization, Crosswalk at Sinclair welcomes members from all sects of Christianity.
“Crosswalk does not discount Buddhism or Muhammad,” said Club Advisor Taylor Watkins. “It accepts and recognizes all faiths; it is not exclusive because our main objective is to show God’s love.”
The purpose of the club is to worship, learn and serve, said Watkins.
The organization meets every Tuesday at 12 and then at 2 p.m. in the basement of Building 8 Room 036B.
Members have weekly Bible studies and pray together, while reaffirming their faith.
On campus, there are more than 20 members who participate, but there is only six consistent members. Crosswalk is also comprised of members from the University of Dayton, Wright State, Miami and Cedarville University.
“The benefit of this organization is spiritual growth,” Watkins said. “The strategy is to call people to follow Jesus, lead and set an example of Godliness.”
Students in the club, Watkins said, build lasting relationships while being taught how to equip themselves within their call to faith.
“We try to ground their belief system,” he said.
While the club gives the students direction, Watkins said the purpose is to build on their faith.
“This is very much something that is not pushed on anyone,” Watkins said. “It is voluntary. Members want to be involved and have faith in Jesus Christ and want to spread his ministry.”
During the Winter Quarter, the club took a trip to the Creation Museum.
On March 10, the club had a picnic at Carriage Hill Farm and in the past has planted trees together and watched them bloom.
“We try to have social functions each quarter,” said Crosswalk Director Sue Steck. “We tend to do that because people don’t get to know each other and that is why we have two to three different meetings, so that they can fellowship together.”
When they are not fellowshipping, they are putting together a service project. Earlier this year, the club put together study bags with notecards and snacks for students.
“I think this club has been a benefit for students, especially if they are interested in talking with other Christian students,” she said.
Bible studies, discussion and prayer are the main focus of the club. The club is now discussing the book of Exodus and Ecclesiastes.
Crosswalk was initially formed several years ago, when Steck started opening her home on Sundays to other church members who were interested in extended Bible studies.
“I love working with college students,” she said. “They keep me young and challenge my thinking.”
Depending on a students schedule, Steck said club members can meet on select days.
“Come to the meetings and check us out,” Watkins said.
For more information, contact Watkins at 512-2079 or Steck at S_steck@ameritech.net.