(Seguin) — When floodwater swept through Seguin on Saturday, Crossroads Church was among the many places hit hard by the heavy rains. But just one day later, the church became a symbol of resilience, teamwork, and the power of community.
That’s according to Natalie Avalos associate pastor of Crossroads Church.
Avalos says the church couldn’t help but be forced to put out an urgent call for help late Saturday afternoon. In a social media post, church leaders wrote:
“URGENT FLOOD RESPONSE TEAM NEEDED Crossroads Family & Friends – We Need You! Due to the heavy rains, our church building experienced significant flooding. We’re rallying today at 4 p.m. to clean up and get Crossroads ready for Sunday… Let’s be the church—together we’ll clean, dry, and prepare our space for worship. If you can make it, come ready to serve, sweat, and stand in the gap for our house.”
She says what happened next was just incredible. That’s because she says dozens answered the call.
Volunteers arrived with wet vacs, mops, fans, and willing hearts—some traveling from as far as New Braunfels and Kyle to help. They worked quickly to dry out the building in time for Sunday’s worship services, which would be especially meaningful, as Crossroads planned to honor veterans in a big way with Seguin’s own Veterans Color Guard team.
Avalos says the moment was a moving reminder of what it truly means to be the church.
“To every person who showed up with wet vacs, fans, buckets, towels—and big hearts—THANK YOU,” she wrote. “Because of your quick response, servant spirit, and teamwork, our building is drying out and WILL be Sunday-ready to worship and serve our community. You lived out the words of Galatians 6:2 — ‘Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.’ This is what the Church looks like—shoulder to shoulder, hands in the mess, hearts full of hope.”
After it was all said and done, Avalos later informed the Seguin Daily News that even more generosity poured in.
“Get this—someone also informed us that the bill was taken care of for all the heavy equipment needed to keep us mold-free,” said Avalos. “I’m overwhelmed with gratitude. In the midst of all the tragedy and pain around us, God still blesses the church so we can keep on ministering to others.”
She also asked for continued prayers for the Kerrville community, where flash flooding resulted in heartbreaking loss.
“Please continue to pray for our neighbors in Kerrville, where the damage goes far beyond water. Some families have lost children, friends, and loved ones. We’re currently developing a plan to serve their community directly in the days ahead. We’ll keep you posted.”
Avalos says luckily, Sunday’s services at Crossroads Church went forward as planned, with full hearts and a renewed sense of purpose.
“That’s why we were frantically cleaning up water and getting the main room dried up—ready to go for tomorrow!!! 8:45, 10:00 and 11:15 services!” Avalos said. “Thank God for our church family and community members. I love Texas folks who love God and Country!”
Crossroads Church was among the many homes, businesses and locations that dealt with various levels of flooding on Saturday. Nearly eight inches of rain poured quickly into the community Saturday morning.
Meanwhile, as the church community awaits word on how they can help in the Hill Country, they say they are ready to assist anyone who sustained home damage here in Seguin if possible. Those needing assistance with cleanup are encouraged to call 830-379-7737.