December 24 & 25 Creek Guide
Whether this is your first time worshiping here or you’ve been here a few times, the Cottonwood Creek family wants to get to know you. Fill out the guest card, or text CONNECT to 77978 so we can reach out and get to know you.
Have a prayer request? Text PRAYER to 77978 to let us know how we can pray for you.
We hope you are blessed and encouraged during worship.
This Weekend
Unto us a child is born! We are so excited to celebrate the Christmas season with our holiday series, Christmas at the Creek! We hope you join us as we celebrate the birth of Christ!
Sunday, December 25 | 11 a.m. Family Service on Dec. 25 | Worship Center & Online* | Led by Pastor John Mark Caton | Playlist
Wednesdays | 6:30 p.m. | Chapel | Led by Dr. Justin Hillhouse | Not Meeting Dec. 21
Saturdays | 5 p.m. | Chapel | Not Meeting Dec. 24 or 31
*On-Demand Worship Services are available immediately after 11 a.m. service
Text SERIES to 77978 to stay up to date.
Christmas Eve Services
Saturday, Dec. 24 | Worship Center
This Christmas Eve, we will gather for candlelight services honoring the birth of Jesus! This will be a wonderful time for the whole family to enjoy festive Christmas music, a special message and a heartwarming storytime for the kids. We hope to see you there!
Service Times:
1 p.m.
2:30 p.m.
4 p.m.
5:30 p.m.
7 p.m.
Christmas Day Baptisms
Sunday, Dec. 25 | During 11 a.m. Worship Service | Learn More | Schedule a Baptism
What is baptism? Baptism is for those who repent and believe that Jesus Christ is Lord, and it symbolizes the believer’s union with Christ and union with other believers. While baptism does not bring salvation, it is an act of obedience in responding to the example of Jesus.
New Sermon Series: Momentum
Begins Sunday, Jan. 1
Accelerate into the new year and dive deep into the meaning of God’s promises! This new series, Momentum, will explore the book of Joshua and the importance of trusting in God’s plan. We look forward to starting the new year together.
DNOW 2023
Jan. 27 - 28 | On Campus | 6th - 12th Grade | $75 | Learn More | Register
Your Kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven… - Matthew 6:10
Sometimes being a teenager feels more like hell than heaven. Come to DNOW 2023 with your doubts, hurts, stresses and questions so that you can find truth, hope and peace in Jesus.
Download the New Cottonwood Creek App
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The new Cottonwood Creek App includes a host of exciting features including:
Easy access to upcoming church events and registrations
In-app access to the Cottonwood Creek Prayer Wall
Improved LifeGroup finder & registration forms
Simplified giving process and ability to review giving history
Easy access to update personal information in your personalized Cottonwood Creek profile
Expanded ability to access previous messages and sermon notes in one place
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Saturday, Dec. 24 | Worship Center
This Christmas Eve, we will gather for candlelight services honoring the birth of Jesus! This will be a wonderful time for the whole family to enjoy festive Christmas music, a special message and a heartwarming storytime for the kids. We hope to see you there!
Service Times:
1 p.m.
2:30 p.m.
4 p.m.
5:30 p.m.
7 p.m.
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Sunday, Dec. 25 | 11 a.m. | Worship Center
Join us for family worship on Christmas Day! There’s also a special opportunity to be baptized – register here!
Creek Kids and Students will not meet, but all children and students are invited to attend the worship service with their family at 11 a.m.
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Wednesdays | Begins Jan. 4 | 6:30 p.m. | A200 | Free | Learn More | Registration Coming Soon
Featuring Andrea Crum, Reverend Ricky Chelette and Lisa Clark, this 9-week series will equip and prepare you to be a parent in a culture that is constantly changing!
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Not Currently Meeting | Resumes Jan. 4 | Register
Childcare is available for children 3 years old and younger.
Detonate
1st - 5th Grade | Gym
Detonate is a place for kids to have a BLAST!
Their relationships with each other will EXPLODE into deep friendships.
Their understanding of God’s Plan for them will BLOW UP the lies of culture!
Their love for Jesus will ERUPT as they grow together!
Lil’ Praise
3 years - Kindergarten (Fully Potty Trained) | Trail 3, A143
Lil’ Praise is a fun night of worship and Bible activities. Kids will enjoy praising God together, while singing familiar favorites and learning new worship songs. We will also dive into the truth of God’s Word in fun and interactive lessons.
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Third Sunday of Each Month | 8:30 a.m. | Gym | Learn More | Register
One Way Class is for kids kinder – 5th grade, who have received Jesus Christ as their Savior or have questions about what this means. This class is for parents and children to attend together and is a prerequisite to child baptism. Come learn more about what it means to accept Jesus and what it means to be baptized!
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Sundays | 3-year-olds (as of 9/1/2022 and potty trained) - 12th grade | $35 | Learn More
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.
Online registration closed. Walk-up registration available at the Creek Kids Welcome Desk.
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The Children's Ministry is growing! We are recruiting volunteers and would love for you to join our amazing team.
Current Volunteer Openings:
5 Slots - Nursery
10 Slots - 2 and 3-year-olds
5 Slots - 4 and 5-year-olds
2 Slots - 1st - 3rd Grade
3 Slots - 4th - 5th Grade
If you are interested, text SERVE to 77978 or click here to submit your information. Be sure to check Children’s Ministry as the area you would like to serve.
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Are you expecting a new addition to your family through pregnancy or adoption? Do you know someone who is?
Our children’s ministry wants to celebrate with you and pray for you as you go through this exciting new journey! Parent names are posted on the Expectant Parent board located by the Creek Kids’ welcome desk. Please drop by to find out who’s new and who’s due!
Please contact Brittany Basinger, our Nursery Director, at Brittany.Basinger@cottonwoodcreek.org to be added to our board.
“Children are a gift from the Lord. They are a reward from Him.“
Psalm 127:3
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Can’t be at Creek Kids this weekend? Check out these resources and activities for children birth - 5th grade.
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Jan. 27 - 28 | On Campus | 6th - 12th Grade | $75 | Learn More | Register
Your Kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven… - Matthew 6:10
Sometimes being a teenager feels more like hell than heaven. Come to DNOW 2023 with your doubts, hurts, stresses and questions so that you can find truth, hope and peace in Jesus.
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Not Currently Meeting | Resumes Jan. 4 | Learn More
Our greatest desire is to be accepted and to find a connection with other people. Join us for our Connect Nights!
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Mondays | 7 p.m. | A212 | Learn More
The Landing is a safe place for teenagers (6th - 12th grade) to find hope and freedom from their pain and addictions. Pain is real and life often doesn’t make sense. It doesn’t seem fair!
This group meets every Monday night from 7 – 9 p.m. in A212, on the second floor of the Education building.
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We have created resources for students (6th - 12th grade) that will help engage you and your community with the Lord at home.
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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.
College LifeGroup meets on Sundays at 11 a.m. in B116.
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Sunday, Dec. 25 | During 11 a.m. Worship Service | Learn More | Schedule a Baptism
What is baptism? Baptism is for those who repent and believe that Jesus Christ is Lord, and it symbolizes the believer’s union with Christ and union with other believers. While baptism does not bring salvation, it is an act of obedience in responding to the example of Jesus.
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Wednesdays | Begins Jan. 18 | A216 | Free | Register
Have you ever had a loved one pass away without having all of their affairs in order? It doesn’t have to be that way! This class will help you create a roadmap for your family of things that will make the transition of life without you or a loved one so much easier. This is one of the greatest gifts you can leave behind for those you love.
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Not Currently Meeting | Resumes Jan. 4 | Learn More | Donate to Midweek Dinner
Every Wednesday at Cottonwood Creek, we have something for everyone! Start off with dinner in the Atrium, then come to Midweek Worship as your children attend Lil' Praise or Detonate with Creek Kids and teens attend Connect Nights with the Student Ministry. We also have opportunities for you to attend Care Groups addressing a variety of needs.
Throughout the year, there will be additional classes and special events, so make sure to text MIDWEEK to 77978 to stay updated.
Dinner is served between 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. each week. All other events occur at 6:30 p.m. or later.
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This study offers two different meeting times, so you can register for the one that better accommodates your schedule!
Tuesday Evenings | Begins Jan. 10 | 6:30 p.m. | A212 | Led by Brenda Brakebill | Free | Register
Tuesday Mornings | Begins Jan. 17 | 9:30 a.m. | A212 | Led by Audrey Hillhouse | Free | Register
Many of us struggle through seasons of bitterness, tears and loss, wondering if there could ever be a happy ending to our stories. The story of Ruth affirms that there is hope. However, it's not found in a happy ending scribed by a novelist's pen but in the power and protection of a sovereign God who never takes His eyes off us for even a moment.
In this 7-session study from Kelly Minter, we'll examine Ruth's journey of unbearable loss, redeeming love and divine legacy. We'll see how God proves Himself faithful as the One who rescues, revives and restores. First released in 2009, this study is updated with fresh content and new teaching videos from Kelly.
Book purchased separately.
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Thursday, Jan. 19 | 12 p.m. | Atrium | Registration Coming Soon
Table Talk with Creek Women is to foster 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 the third Thursday of every month at 12 p.m. in the Atrium. Bring your own lunch or buy one through the church.
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Tuesdays | 6 a.m. | Atrium | Learn More
Current Series: I Fix Stuff
Every Tuesday morning, get together with other men from Cottonwood Creek for Men’s Bible Study. Each week is a time of study and fellowship led by Pastor John Mark. Experience this biblical community, grow deeper in your faith and build each other up in biblical truth.
Join the Men's Ministry for coffee, snacks, fellowship and great teaching every Tuesday!
Text MEN to 77978 to receive updates from Creek Men.
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Not Currently Meeting | Resumes January 2023
If you are looking for a place to connect with other young adults, The Gathering is for you!
The Gathering is a group that meets every Tuesday night at 7 p.m. to help young adults in our area build community through discussion, worship and fun!
Text GATHERING to 77978 for updates, reminders and to get connected.
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Our group is designed for young professionals after college wanting a mature study in God’s Word and to build mature friendships with each other.
Text GATHERING to 77978 for ministry updates and reminders.
The Young Adults LifeGroup meets on Sundays at 11 a.m. in A205.
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If you are looking for a place to connect with fellow single adults, Creek Singles is the place for you!
Text SINGLES to 77978 for ministry updates and reminders.
The Single Adults LifeGroup meets on Sundays at 11 a.m. in A232.
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Our Reach Ministry has developed easy, non-intimidating opportunities for you and your family to learn to share the Gospel without fear with your neighbors and family. Come join us! Learn More
Check out what we have coming up below:
Reach: Evangelistic Visitation
Sundays | 3:45 p.m. | Meet at Missions Wall
Reach: New & Growing Christians Discipleship
Sundays | 8:30 a.m. | A207
The Reach Ministry will not meet on the following dates:
Dec. 25
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Would you like to be able share the Gospel with anyone you meet in about 3 minutes - without having to memorize anything?!? Come learn to use our new and easy 3 Circles tool to help you do just that!
Upcoming GCT Dates
Saturday | 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Room B109 | Coffee & Pastries | Learn More
Jan. 14, 2023
April 15, 2023
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Grace Groups create community for those navigating a mental health recovery, whether personally or alongside a loved one. The need is real. The need is here. As this ministry continues to reach people all over our nation, we need to grow our leadership team. Email kelly.kitch@cottonwoodcreek.org to receive orientation information and hear our heartbeat for this ministry. No prior experience necessary. Training provided.
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1st Sunday of The Month | 12:30 p.m. | C128 | Learn More
The Cottonwood Creek Cancer Care Ministry seeks to offer God’s hope and love through spiritual, emotional and practical support for cancer patients and their families facing the challenges associated with every type of cancer.
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Mondays | 7 p.m. | Chapel | Learn More
Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered, 12-step recovery program for anyone struggling with hurt, pain or addiction of any kind.
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Not Currently Meeting | Resumes Jan. 4 | Learn More
DivorceCare is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. You do not have to go through separation or divorce alone.
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Not Currently Meeting | Resumes Jan. 4 | Learn More
Are your children angry, hurt and confused about your divorce? Finding help for your children can be frustrating. DivorceCare4Kids provides a safe, fun place where your children will:
Learn to understand their feelings.
Express their emotions appropriately.
Feel better about themselves.
Develop coping skills.
Be introduced to biblical concepts that will bring comfort.
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LIVING GRACE GROUPS | Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m. & Wednesdays at 7 p.m. | Zoom | Begins Week of Jan. 16
FAMILY GRACE GROUP | Bi-Weekly Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. | Zoom
Text GRACE to 77978 to stay up-to-date on meeting times for these groups.
Links to Zoom meetings are texted out the day of the meeting.
Please email gracegroup@cottonwoodcreek.org if you have questions.
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Not Currently Meeting | Resumes Jan. 4 | Learn More
GriefShare is a kind, compassionate group of people who will walk with you through your grief journey. You don’t have to go through this alone!
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Mondays | 7 p.m. | A212 | Learn More
The Landing is a safe place for teenagers (6th - 12th grade) to find hope and freedom from their pain and addictions. Pain is real and life often doesn’t make sense. It doesn’t seem fair!
This group meets every Monday night from 7 – 9 p.m. in A212, on the second floor of the Education building.
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Thursdays | 6:30 p.m. | A205 & A207 | Learn More | Register
The Prodigal Ministry provides care and support for families of children and loved ones who are wandering from God. This 20-week discipleship group welcomes everyone in need of hope in the midst of their chaos. In community and through the love and truth of Jesus, you will learn how to provide the best environment for your prodigal to recover and reconcile with you and God.
For more information text PRODIGAL to 77978.
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Wednesdays | 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. | A222
Take the first step toward overcoming sexual integrity issues. This is a group that offers guidance, understanding and support in the struggle.
Email ron.schrock@cottonwoodcreek.org with any questions.
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Not Currently Meeting | Learn More
A ministry for those who have served in the Armed Forces.
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Mended: Monthly on Select Mondays | Meeting at Local Restaurants | See Schedule
Mended is a Care Group for adoptive moms with mostly teenagers. This is a safe place for those moms to come together in fellowship and build each other up. There are no judgments here, this is a space to talk about the highs and lows of working with their kids.
This group is geared toward moms with older children who have been with them for a while.
Contact Terra Towne at 214.914.1453 or terratowne1@gmail.com.
Woven: Monthly on Select Mondays | Zoom | See Schedule
Woven is Cottonwood Creek’s Orphan Care Ministry. Our mission is to support, care and educate our church in caring for children.
Contact Terra Towne at 214.914.1453 or terratowne1@gmail.com.
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 GROUP 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
chase.durham@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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Check out our community Prayer Wall, where you can share prayer requests, pray for others and enjoy the ability to connect with your Cottonwood Creek family from anywhere! Access the Prayer Wall from the Cottonwood Creek website or app, or text PRAYER to 77978.
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Text GUIDE to 77978 to get the Creek Guide pushed right to your phone each week once it’s ready!
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Check out some of the amazing books written by Pastor John Mark Caton. Click here to learn more.
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Did you know that you can sign up for text updates from the different ministries at Cottonwood Creek Church? All you have to do is text that ministry’s keyword to 77978. Find the keywords and start getting updates today.
Additionally, you now have the option to add Cottonwood Creek as a contact on your phone, so you never miss an update!
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Check out worship services on Cottonwood Creek.TV anytime, anywhere. It also features a private prayer chat room where you can chat with a minister or trained volunteer.
Click the button below to find the daily schedule and stream content.
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A quest for Authentic Faith, faith that is lived out in our daily activities, is modeled in our homes and communities and passed down to the next generation. Free resources online for all ages and stages.
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Check out the new Cottonwood Creek Job Connection website.
Employers have the ability to post jobs, view resumes and manage their account directly.
Job seekers gain access to more than 4500 local jobs, an interest profiler, resume builder and more.
This local resource is free, so sign up today!
DEC. 18, 2022
Budget Offering: $309,651
Budget Received To-Date: $8,719,379
Budget Needed To-Date: $8,660,645
Total Budget: $9,900,000
On Site: 2,317
Online: 826