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In 2002, two families gathered together in a Frisco home with the dream of starting a vibrant church. That dream eventually blossomed into Shawnee Trail Church of Christ, a thriving fellowship of over 600 members on a mission to change Frisco for the better. Nearly twenty years later, Shawnee’s vision expanded to include church planting in surrounding North Texas communities.
Crossway Church of Christ was born out of this vision in 2022, and today, we’re a small but mighty family of believers woven into the life of the Celina community. Nothing lights us up quite like helping people thrive in the work God has called them to do by creating an environment where all are welcome, neighbors can connect with neighbors, and spiritual discovery and accountability are encouraged.
Why Celina?
Why Celina?
Celina, Texas is one of the fastest growing cities in the Dallas Fort Worth area with a small town feel. It is home to many young families seeking to deepen their roots, build support networks, and make an impact on their local community. We chose to plant Crossway in Celina out of a desire to unite and blend the rich cultural heritage of the long-time residents with the newer families.
Celina, Texas is one of the fastest growing cities in the Dallas Fort Worth area with a small town feel. It is home to many young families seeking to deepen their roots, build support networks, and make an impact on their local community. We chose to plant Crossway in Celina out of a desire to unite and blend the rich cultural heritage of the long-time residents with the newer families.
A CLOSER LOOK… We are a people striving to practice the truths of God’s living word, living out a genuine faith in support of the fellowship of believers that meet at this place and our communities at large. Following the New Testament church as described in the book of Acts, we want to grow and encourage one another to walk with Jesus, to share the good news of Christ with a broken world. Life can be challenging and sometime hopeless, but we want to be recognized as a “spiritual hospital”, a place where people can share those burdens and seek the peace of God that transitions all understanding.
We want to be known for our faith, hospitality and welcoming spirit. God created each of us with distinctive character, and Crossway is living proof of a body of people from every age group, culture and walk of life. That’s what makes a church family special! So come worship and praise God with joy and love this Sunday!
Crossway Leadership
Crossway Leadership
Lead Minister
John has served as the Lead Minister since October 2021. Before coming to Crossway he served the University Church of Christ in Denver, CO for 13 years. John and his wife Leisa are native Texans and met in Lubbock Texas in the Adventures In Missions (AIM) program at the Sunset International Bible Institute (SIBI) where they trained to do mission work in Edinburgh, Scotland.
A year after returning to Texas, John & Leisa married, and John began working with the AIM program as a recruiter. John is a graduate of the SIBI and then later earned a Master’s of Science in Ministry from Lubbock Christian University. John & Leisa have been married for 41 years and have 2 sons, and five granddarlings.
Youth Minister
Joel Bailey began serving full-time as Youth Minister at Crossway in June 2025, after first joining the church family in July 2022. Having served in youth ministry since 2008, Joel brings a wealth of experience to Crossway—including ten years as a full-time youth and campus minister in South Arkansas, where he also earned a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration.
He currently serves on the board of Camp Kurios, the church camp he grew up attending, and helps direct the high school week each summer—a place that continues to fuel his passion for student ministry.
Inspired by the youth ministers who shaped his own walk with Christ, Joel has a heart for impacting the next generation. He is committed to walking alongside students as they grow in faith, navigate life, and discover their identity in Jesus. His approach is relational, energetic, and grounded in a deep love for the Church and its future leaders.
Joel has been married to his wife, Sarah, since 2006. Together, they have four children: Jackson, Grace, Anna, and Zoey. Outside of ministry, Joel is an avid sports fan (all things Dallas—except for college football, where it’s Go Razorbacks!) and a lifelong music lover.
Crossway Administrative Assistant
Lori Snook joined the Crossway staff in December of 2022. Lori has filled a very important need for administrative organization to Crossway in our inaugural year. Prior to joining the Crossway staff, Lori obtained her masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology and provided therapy for children and patients of all ages for the past 25 years. Lori has found great joy in serving the needs of others. She and her husband, Stuart, have been married for over 30 years and have two sons, Connor and Caleb.
Elder
Rodney is from Lubbock, TX and met Pam at Sunset Church of Christ and they have been married since 1983. They have two daughters, a son-in-law and one granddaughter. Rodney currently works as the Director of Quality and Release Management at XiFin in Dallas and Pam is a Fitness Trainer. They have lived in the Dallas area since 1988, and have lived in Van Alstyne since 2000. Rod and Pam really enjoy spending time together in outdoor activities and competitive sports.
Elder
Ray.....coming soon!
Elder
Ron began serving as an elder at Crossway in 2024. He and his wife Dorenda met at the Bible Chair on the Sam Houston State University campus in 1983 and were married in the fall of ‘85. They have four wonderful children— Jessica, who lives in Portland, OR, Kenny and his wife, Cathleen, Kristin, and Jimmy, who all reside in the DFW area. Ron is originally from Sugar Land, TX and was raised in the church. He has worked in the advertising industry as a Creative Director for the past thirty plus years. He also enjoys painting, sculpting and illustrating on numerous commission and freelance projects. However, his greatest love is studying God’s word with opportunities to teach and share the good news of Jesus.
Elder
Stan and Kelly met at church while in high school and celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary in May ‘24. Stan graduated from the University of Texas at Austin, in 1987 with a BSEE degree. Kelly graduated with a business degree from Wayland Baptist. Celina has been their home for the last 27 years. Prior to that they lived in Richardson, Pearland and Austin. They have three children. Greg, who graduated from Abilene Christian and is married to Robin with one daughter. They are members here at Crossway. Harrison, who graduated from Oklahoma Christian and is married to Bree. They have one son and one daughter and live in Greenville, SC. Daughter Grayson Worsham, who graduated from Harding and is married to Tyler. They live in Allen. Stan is co-owner of a software development company in Richardson. Stan and Kelly enjoy serving with the Crossway family and are excited to see where God leads us.
Elder
Rick and Penny have been happily married for 45 years. We have 4 married children and 11 grandchildren. Both of us are retired and enjoy doing everything together. We love watching and supporting our grandchildren in their activities. We also love spending time at our lake house, riding our Harley, and traveling.
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