Crossroads Mission

In 1959, Crossroads Mission was founded as the Lower Lights Rescue Mission by four men who believed in the tenets of “Soup, Soap, and Salvation.“  The name has changed, but over the years, those at Crossroads Mission have endeavored to uphold those original beliefs by serving those at the crossroads of their lives.

Lives are regularly changed as people accept Christ or rededicate their lives to the Lord. It is always a joyous occasion when the nearby Colorado River is used as a baptistry.

No one who has a valid ID and who can pass a drug or alcohol test (if asked to) is turned away when they need a bed for the night. 

Although a nourishing meal, a shower, and a chance to hear the gospel each evening at Chapel are all important, they are not the only opportunities provided at Crossroads Mission.

The mission also offers:

• Meals served three times a day—15,459 in May alone.
• Drug and alcohol recovery program and monitored stabilization (detox).
• Extended stay program.
• Adult education – GED.
• Community thrift store that provides employment and funds for the ministry.
• Also in May, the lives of 194 men, 111 women, and 27 children were impacted.

All of this and more are made possible by the donations of the Yuma community. First Christian Church supports Crossroads Mission on a monthly basis and has since its inception.   

Each year, shoeboxes filled with toys, personal hygiene items, and school supplies are filled by the FCC community for men, women, and children of various ages and delivered to the mission in time to be part of the annual Christmas festivities.

 This year, FCC’s Vacation Bible School supported the Mission by donating 3,334 bottles of water for use in the summer heat.

In the June newsletter, Sassa Culver, Public Relations Director of the mission, said, “We want to thank all of our faithful partners for your amazing support.  We would not be able to provide hope without you. Your compassion, prayers, and donations truly make a difference in the lives of many.”