CrossCounsel International Ministries

08/28/2026

Shane had locked away the pain and memories for years, believing he could keep “managing it” without facing them. But when the beliefs he had built around that pain began to erode and destroy him, Shane realized he needed healing from Jesus to truly be free.

08/26/2026

Highlighting our next batch of sponsors from our Golf Classic this summer! We’re so grateful to all of you for helping us put on this incredible event.

08/23/2026

He knew the root—but for decades, he had refused to face it. Shane Holden talks with Steve about identifying that pain point and the initial reluctance to address the heart issue lying underneath.

08/14/2026

https://youtu.be/1c6RKOq4dSE

Lindsey and Hannah have spent more than a decade walking through li...

07/31/2026

We wanted to give a shoutout to our many wonderful sponsors for our 15th Annual Golf Classic this past month! This event allows us to celebrate what God is doing through CrossCounsel and raise funds for that continuing work.

We’ll be showcasing all of our sponsors over the coming weeks, so be sure to check them out (and all of Steve’s great poses with their signs!)

07/31/2026

Our conversation culminates in Part 3 of 3. Pastor Shane Holden shares an experience at CrossCounsel that he describes as being "born again... again."

Watch or listen below.. https://www.buzzsprout.com/1817553/episodes/19567432
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_rzhYQGzdCM

Pastor Shane Holden shares how God unexpectedly led him to the La C...

07/23/2026

Steve continues his conversation with Pastor Shane Holden as they reflect on God's call, the early days of Mad City Church, and the remarkable ways God's providence has woven their stories together for more than 25 years.

Watch on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AE4c9OFjz-4
https://www.buzzsprout.com/1817553/episodes/19522096

In this episode, we continue our conversation with Pastor Shane Holden as he reflects on the early years of Mad City Church, the unexpected ways God confirmed His calling, and how our paths first crossed more than twenty-five years ago. Along the ...

07/17/2026

We're so glad to share the beginning of this conversation we had with First Free Church Lead Pastor Shane Holden. Here are both the audio and YouTube links: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1817553/episodes/19501108 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zu0IFhoyanU&t=25s

06/03/2026

Register NOW! And thanks for sharing this, Living Water Church! Also, a big shoutout to Men of Fire. Not only are several of the guys representing on the course this year, but for the first time they're also sponsoring a hole. Awesome! Thank you for your support and partnership.

CrossCounsel International Ministries is a First Fruits of LWC. To learn more, go here: https://www.crosscounsel.com/

You are invited to participate in this golf fundraiser to allow CrossCounsel to continue to offer people immediate help, lasting hope and into changing generations.

05/05/2026

CrossCounsel Golf Classic – June 19
Join CrossCounsel for the 15th Annual Golf Classic on Friday, June 19 at Kestrel Ridge Golf Course in Columbus. Since 1997, CrossCounsel has served the Madison area and is widely trusted by local pastors and church leaders, who have seen real and lasting transformation in people’s lives through God’s direct intervention. The event is a 4-person scramble open to all skill levels, with a 1:00 PM sh***un start. Cost is $115 per player—intentionally kept accessible to make it easy to invite others and participate. As a ministry built on generosity, proceeds help extend care to those who might not otherwise have access.
Register here to participate and / or sponsor:

Join us for CrossCounsel's 15th Annual Golf Classic on Friday, June 19, 2025, at Kestrel Ridge Golf Course in Columbus, WI. Tee off at 12:00 PM and enjoy a day filled with golf, camaraderie, and community support. Your $150 registration includes greens fee, cart, driving range access, lunch, dinner,...