Church Family,
Thank you for your prayers and partnership as we discern God’s leading in calling our next Lead Pastor. Consider this page your first stop for questions regarding the Lead Pastor search process including up-to-date information, links to past communication, and a timeline of milestones.
As always, if you have questions that aren’t answered here, don’t hesitate to reach out directly. Email us, call us at (209) 521-0181, or ask for a meeting with someone in leadership. Click here to subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay in the loop for all updates.
TBD
Possible Congregational Vote | If the process proceeds, then the Deacons would recommend the candidate for a church member vote with a two-week advance notice. Each church member, 14 years of age and older, who is present at the special meeting has the right to vote.
If you’re not yet a member and wish to participate in a potential upcoming vote, you can register for the upcoming Membership Workshop on May 3 +10 or email here.
May 17, 2026
Bo Lee will preach a sermon in our current Romans series followed by a Q+A session in the Worship Center. You can submit your question ahead of time by emailing [email protected] or utilizing Slido at the event.
We will post recordings of both Bo’s sermon and the Q+A session on this page, which will continue to be the best place to access the most up-to-date information.
May 3, 2026
During Sunday service, the Deacons announced the Lead Pastor candidate, Bo Lee.
Click here to find Bo’s resume along with other helpful information.
Click here to review the Lead Pastor Profile and Job Description.
We encourage church family to attend Update + Prayer at 10:45 am in the Pavilion to discuss and pray for the Lead Pastor search process.
If you missed the meeting, click here to watch the Update + Prayer.
April 26, 2026
The Elders, Deacons, and Shepherding Team meets with the Lead Pastor candidate. Please pray for their for discernment and clarity.
March 29, 2026
After thorough review the Search Committee recommends one candidate to move forward for Deacon consideration.
Newsletter update
March 22, 2026
Church family are encouraged to pray for the Search Committee as they review, pray, and discuss the two candidates following the interview process.
Newsletter update
February 2026
Two candidates are selected to proceed to in-person interviews with the Search Committee. Newsletter Update
November 2025-February 2026
The Search Committee is formed by the Deacons to assist with resume review and initial interview vetting of candidates. The committee is comprised of two deacons, two staff members, and five congregational voting units that represent a cross-section of age groups, life stages, and marital statuses, all with an equal voice and vote.
October 2025
Lead Pastor profile and job description posted online and CrossPoint starts accepting applications. Initial contact for applicants and vetting assistance provided by our consultant, Tim Eldred from The Authentic Pastor.
August 24, 2025
Pastor Matt Whiteford steps down as Lead Pastor to pursue a new venture in global missions with his wife, Sherri.
Pastor Matt’s Final Newsletter
August 7, 2025
New church leadership structure is announced.
Newsletter Update
May-July 2025
The Authentic Pastor conducts an all-church health survey. Based on recommendations and discernment by CrossPoint leadership, it’s decided to prioritize establishing a new leadership structure before beginning the Lead Pastor search.
April 2025
The Deacons decide to hire Tim Eldred from The Authentic Pastor as a consultant to assist with the process of seeking the next Lead Pastor as well as addressing leadership structural changes.
Newsletter Update
January 2025
The Deacons and pastoral staff begin discussions regarding the Lead Pastor search and leadership structure changes.
November-December 2024
The Deacons and pastoral staff take time to pray and seek the Lord’s direction for next steps in the Lead Pastor search.
November 2024
Matt Whiteford announces he will be stepping down as Lead Pastor in August 2025.
Newsletter Update