John Crosby

John Crosby served as the Senior Pastor of Christ Presbyterian Church (CPC) in Edina, Minnesota from 1989 to 2017.12 During his tenure, he led CPC to significant growth, with the congregation expanding to over 5,000 members.1

Leadership and Impact

Under Crosby's leadership, Christ Presbyterian Church became one of the largest Presbyterian congregations in the upper Midwest and one of the largest in the nation.1 His 28-year tenure at CPC was marked by:

• Substantial membership growth
• Stable, long-term leadership
• Involvement in establishing ECO: A Covenant Order of Evangelical Presbyterians

Church History and Achievements

Christ Presbyterian Church, founded in 1956, has a history of strong leadership and community impact:

• It celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2006
• By 2012, CPC had 5,388 members
• The church played a leading role in the movement to establish ECO as a breakaway denomination from the Presbyterian Church (USA)1

Pastoral Approach

Crosby's approach to ministry emphasized:

• Focusing on all generations, believing faith is a lifelong journey
• Showing the heart of Jesus through tangible care and hospitality
• Embracing a spirit of possibility and integrating faith into all aspects of life2

John Crosby's leadership at Christ Presbyterian Church contributed to its growth into a robust, vibrant, and intergenerational faith community serving diverse backgrounds.2