August 7-8 Creek Guide
I’m Not Okay | Pt 1
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Sunday Worship
Sundays | 9:30 & 11 a.m.
Worship Center & Online
On-Demand Worship Services | Available immediately after the 11 a.m. Worship Service.
Led by Pastor John Mark Caton
Midweek Chapel
Returns Wednesday, September 8
Saturday Worship
In-Person | 5 p.m. | Worship Center
Saturday Online | 5 p.m.
Led by Pastor Beau Landers
Promotion Sunday
Sunday, August 8 | 9:30 & 11 a.m.
This is the day your kids and students “move up” to their next age and grade levels.
Creek Kids: Kidz Blitz Live will lead our new 1st - 5th graders in a crazy fun Bible time in the gym at 9:30 or 11 a.m. Our Birth-Kinders will receive a Creek Kids t-shirt. New class arrangements can be found at the link below. If your child is moving into a Creek Kids age group, email Shareen Feltner, with any questions.
Students: 6th - 12th grade will also be “moving up” on Promotion Sunday. Find your new class at the link below. If your child is moving into the Student Ministry, email Chase Durham.
Ministry Fair
Sunday, August 15 | After 9:30 & 11 a.m. Worship Services | Atrium
Do you want to learn more about the ministries at Cottonwood Creek? Are you looking for places to connect or serve? Ministry Fair is the place for you! We hope you find your place to connect or serve.
LifeGroups: Online, At Home & On Campus
If you're interested in finding or starting a LifeGroup, text GATHER to 77978.
In a large population, creating a sense of community and connecting with others is important. In the church, it’s crucial. LifeGroups are small groups within the larger church in which people of similar interests take care of the “one another” in life. In a large church, it’s important that community exists in order for relationships to be real and relevant.
Membership Workshop
Saturday, August 14 | After 5 p.m. Worship Service
Sunday, August 15 | After 11 a.m. Worship Service
Every adult who is interested in joining Cottonwood Creek is required to complete the Membership Workshop video series and attend one of our Membership Workshop classes.
Both of these classes will be in person and will include a light meal. Register online.
JOYUS Luncheon
Tuesday, August 17 | 11:30 a.m. | B111
Please join the Senior Adults for JOYUS Luncheon every third Tuesday of the month. This month the menu will be Sloppy Joes and chips. Invite a friend! Please bring a side or dessert to share.
Ministry Academy
Wednesday, August 18 | 6:30 p.m.
The Ministry Academy at Cottonwood Creek Church exists to equip the saints for the work of the ministry by teaching who God is through His word, so that the body of Christ may be strengthened.
Our next Ministry Academy session starts Wednesday, August 18. Register today or text MA21 to 77978 for more information!
Taste Of Cottonwood
Sundays | August 22 & 29 | After Each Worship Service | Atrium
This is an amazing event that provides an opportunity to get plugged in at Cottonwood Creek Church! On two upcoming Sundays, we’ll have an opportunity for you to connect with a LifeGroup that fits your needs in this stage of life. We can’t wait to meet you!
August Check-In For Charity
Join us in supporting this month’s organization by checking in at Cottonwood Creek on Facebook - yes, it's that easy! You do not have to be on campus to check in.
Men’s Bible Study
Tuesdays | 6 a.m. | Atrium
Every Tuesday morning, get together with other men from Cottonwood Creek for the Tuesday Men's Bible Study at 6 a.m. in the Atrium. Each week is a time of study and fellowship led by Pastor John Mark. Experience this biblical community and grow deeper in your faith, while building up each other in biblical truth.
Join the Men's Ministry for coffee, snacks, fellowship and great teaching every Tuesday!
Worship Nights
Tuesday, August 31 | 7 p.m. | Worship Center & Online
Join us at Cottonwood Creek Church for our Worship Nights on the last Tuesday of each month! Come and let your soul be refilled as we worship the Lord in community with one another.
Worship begins at 7 p.m. in-person and online. We hope to see you there. If you can’t make it this time, don’t worry - you can attend online! We LIVE stream our Worship Nights on Cottonwood Creek Church's Facebook page and YouTube channel or by visiting cottonwoodcreek.tv. We hope to see you there!
Mother/Daughter Brunch & Brew
Saturday, August 14 | 10 - 11:30 a.m. | Atrium | $5
This event is for all women and girls (middle school age and up) – whether you are a mother or a daughter or both, you are welcome! Join us for a fun time of teaching, worship and togetherness! A coffee barista will be on-site to make your favorite lattes, and a yogurt parfait station with fruit is included in the cost.
Each person attending must register.
Table Talk
Thursday, August 19 | 12 p.m. | C128
Table Talk with Creek Women is an event that fosters relationships with other like-minded women while growing in our Christian faith. We desire to better understand the word of God and how to apply it to our lives through guest speakers and small group table discussions. We meet on the third Thursday of every month. Bring your own lunch or buy one through the church.
Fall Women's Expo
Tuesday, August 17 | 6:30 p.m. | Chapel
Join us for the Fall Women’s Expo! At this awesome event, you’ll find information about all kinds of opportunities to connect within the Women’s Ministry at Cottonwood Creek. From LifeGroups to events, there’s a place for every woman here!
Cherish
Sunday, August 22 | 6:30 p.m. | B118
This is a 6-week study in which Gary Thomas explains that this one word can bring hope, light and life into any marriage: cherish. “Most marriages survive by gritting teeth and holding on. But marriages can and will not only survive but thrive when husbands and wives learn to cherish one another.” Linda & Cliff Holbeck are leading this study.
Fall Women’s Bible Studies
Everything we do is built around a biblical foundation. We offer Bible studies throughout the year to help you grow, connect and plant deep roots in your relationship with the Lord.
Hebrews Part 3 - A Precept Study: Thursdays | Starting August 19 | 6 p.m. | B116 | Register
Truth-Filled: Tuesdays | Starting August 24 | 6:30 p.m | A212 | Register
Jesus & Women In The Bible: Thursdays | Starting August 26 | 10 a.m. | A200 | Register
Creek Student Ministry Resources
We have created resources for students (6th - 12th grade) that will help engage you and your community with the Lord at home.
CCSA Indoor Soccer
Saturdays | September 25 - November 6 | $75
Pre-K thru 2nd grade - Join us for fall indoor soccer! The cost is $75 and includes a game day shirt, soccer ball and cones. Practices and games will be on Saturdays.
Creek Kids Praise
Wednesdays | Beginning September 8 | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. | Free
“I will sing praise to my God as long as I live.” -Psalm 104:33
Creek Kids Praise is a fun night of worship and Bible activities for kids 3 years (potty trained) through 5th grade. Kids will enjoy praising God together, while singing familiar favorites and learning new worship songs. We also dive into the truth of God’s Word in fun and interactive lessons.
There are two sections of Creek Kids Praise:
Up-Praise: 1st - 5th grade meets in B109/111.
Lil’ Praise: 3 years - kindergarten meets in A143.
Serve With Creek Kids Praise
Interested in serving with Creek Kids Praise on Wednesdays, email creekkids@cottonwoodcreek.org. We relaunch on Wednesday, September 8, and would love to have you join us!
Awana
Sundays | Beginning August 22 | 3 year olds (as of 9/1/2021 and potty trained) - 12th grade
Kids represent the greatest opportunity to make a long-term impact on our world for Christ. Awana reaches kids where they are and walks alongside them in their faith journey through exciting Scripture memorization and Bible study, fun games and engaging large group sessions. Those kids who come to faith at an early age discover God's purpose for their lives and hope for the future.
Registration opens August 1 for the 2021-22 Awana year.
$30 per child plus material cost until Friday, August 20.
$35 per child plus material cost beginning Saturday, August 21.
Serve in Creek Kids
The Children's Ministry is growing! We are recruiting volunteers and would love for you to join our amazing team. Text SERVE to 77978 to submit your information. Be sure to check Children’s Ministry as the area you would like to serve.
For more information, visit our volunteer page or email creekkids@cottonwoodcreek.org
Creek Kids Resources
Can’t be at Creek Kids this weekend? Check out these resources and activities for children birth - 5th grade.
Kid Care Preschool Registration
Kid Care Preschool is continuing to enroll students for the 2021 - 2022 school year.
Our weekday preschool ministry runs Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Kid Care provides care, early education, Biblical education and growth opportunities for children ages 6 months through transitional kindergarten.
For more information, please call (214) 667-7000 or visit online at kidcarepreschool.com.
Preschool Open House
Sunday, August 15 | Before & After Worship Services | A143
Join us for our Preschool Open House on Sunday, August 15 before or after each service to check out our new large group space on Trail 3, Room A143 used by our 3 year old - kindergarten kids. We will have snacks and prizes available.
Care Groups
The Care Ministry provides comfort, healing, hope and training for those who are experiencing life's interruptions. Our Care Ministry has personal counselors, Stephen Ministry, Celebrate Recovery, Marriage Mentoring program and Care Groups specializing in cancer, divorce and grief.
Celebrate Recovery | Mondays | 7 p.m. | Chapel
Living Grace Groups | Thursdays | 6:30 p.m. | Zoom (Text GRACE to 77978 to link)
Cancer Care | 1st Sunday each month | 6 p.m. | Zoom
Woven (Adoption & Foster Care) | 3rd Sunday each month | 4 p.m. | B116
Family Grace | Returns in the Fall
Redefine Grace Groups | Returns in the Fall
GriefShare | Returns Wednesday, September 8
DivorceCare | Returns Wednesday, September 8
DivorceCare4Kids | Returns Wednesday, September 8
Men’s Softball League
8 Weeks | League Begins Saturday, August 28
Cottonwood Creek will be participating in a Men's softball local city league. The cost for the 8 week season is $60 and includes league, team jersey, and game balls. To learn more, fill out the interest form below.
Before We Say I Do
Sundays | September 12 - October 10 | $75/Couple
The Fall 2021 “Before We Say I Do” premarital counseling class will begin Sunday, Sept. 12, 2021.
We also offer individual counseling separate from the class if you prefer couples counseling. The cost is $25.00 per session with a minimum of four sessions. The maximum number of sessions is eight.
If you chose to do the couple’s counseling, you will receive a Twogether In Texas discount for your marriage license. The discount is $60.00.
Sportsman's Feast
Saturday, September 18 | 5 p.m.
Outdoorsmen, join us for an evening like no other! We will gather in fellowship to feast, enjoy a prize raffle and hear from an awesome guest speaker. All proceeds will go to benefit mission project in Africa. Register today!
Creek College Ministry
If you are looking for a place to connect with fellow college students, Creek College is the place for you!
Text College to 77978 for ministry updates and reminders, or Leon to 77978 to get connected.
HomeGroups meet throughout the week on different nights. Those are split up by gender and availability.
College Life Group meets on Sundays at 11 a.m. in A238.
LifeGroups are small groups of people in similar life stages who gather to learn God’s Word and build community On Campus, At Home and Online. Text LIFE or HOME to 77978 to find a Group today.
Children (Babies - 5th Grade):
david.marsh@cottonwoodcreek.org
Students (6th - 12th Grade):
chase.durham@cottonwoodcreek.org
College:
leon.lombard@cottonwoodcreek.org
Young Adults :
sloan.stephenson@cottonwoodcreek.org
Singles/Single Parents:
robert.bennett@cottonwoodcreek.org
Adult 1 (20s - 40s) - On Campus, At Home & Online:
sloan.stephenson@cottonwoodcreek.org
Adult 2 (Mid 30s - 50s) - On Campus, At Home & Online:
sloan.stephenson@cottonwoodcreek.org
Adult 3 (Mid 40s - Mid 60s) - On Campus, At Home & Online:
robert.bennett@cottonwoocreek.org
Adult 4 (60+) - On Campus, At Home & Online:
robert.bennett@cottonwoocreek.org
Men:
justin.frazier@cottonwoodcreek.org
Women:
sarah.stoltzfus@cottonwoodcreek.org
Cultural Groups:
justin.hillhouse@cottonwoodcreek.org
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Faith@Home
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Whatever It Takes
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August 1
Budget Offering: $196,368
Budget Received To-Date: $4,691,046
Budget Needed To-Date: $4,398,834
Budget: $8,400,000
Total In Worship: 1139
Total Online Worship: 1773
Denison Total In Worship: 38
Denison Online Worship: 69