February 13-14 Creek Guide
Say What?! | Pt 2
Did you worship with us this weekend? We want to know! Text CONNECT to 77978 to let us know. Have a prayer request? Text PRAYER to 77978 to let us know how we can pray for you.
Text SERIES to 77978 to receive series updates and videos.
If you’re worshipping with us for the first time, we are here for you and would love to help you get plugged in at Cottonwood Creek Church. We hope you are blessed and encouraged during worship.
Whether this is your first time worshipping here or you’ve been here a few times, the Cottonwood Creek Family wants to get to know you. Fill out the guest card to let us know a little bit about you.
Sunday Worship
Sundays | 9:00a & 11:00a
Worship Center & Online
Online Rebroadcast | 1:00p, 3:00p, 5:00p & 7:00p
Led by Pastor John Mark Caton
Midweek Chapel
Wednesdays | 6:30p | Chapel
Led by Pastor Caleb Beets
Saturday Worship
In Person | 5:00p | Worship Center
Saturday Online | 5:00p
Led by Pastor Beau Landers
Episode 9: Say What? | How to Approach Hard Passages
Do you have questions about the Bible? Do you wish you could sit down with a pastor to talk through how you should approach a difficult passage of Scripture?
Check out our podcast! During our new series "Say What?!" Pastor John Mark and Pastor Beau sit down to give more insight on how to approach the sometimes confusing things we find in the Bible.
Text QUESTION to 77978 with any questions you have about a hard passage of Scripture.
Missions Spotlight: Cancer Care
Throughout February you can support our Cancer Care Ministry by creating and praying over blankets that will be given out to friends, neighbors, North Texas Hospitals and Cancer Centers.
We invite you to download or pick-up our Blanket Instructions, specifically for cancer patients, at the Mission Wall. This is an inspiring project to do with your family and/or Life Group! Please return the blanket by the end of the month.
February Calendar
This calendar was created for our members to have access to resources at their fingertips. Each month will have a different memory verse that coincides with the current sermon series, as well as an easy version for kids to memorize (or just easier in general).
Two QR codes are available to see more resources for discipleship and faith growth at home, as well as the church events calendar! We hope that this calendar encourages you to memorize scripture and helps you and your family to grow in your Faith@Home.
These calendars are available to be picked up outside the Worship Center or can be downloaded at the link below.
2020 Praise Report
What a year! No one could’ve expected the year we had. Despite everything we faced, God was at work at Cottonwood Creek in 2020. Take a look at the Praise Report from 2020 to see how God used everything for His glory.
Lord’s Supper
Saturday, February 20 | 5:00p | In-Person & Online
Sunday, February 21 | 9:00a & 11:00a | In-Person & Online
If you plan to join us for worship online next weekend, stop by and pick up Lord's Supper elements this week during business hours. The elements will be available for pick up at the Reception Desk in the Church Lobby.
Membership Workshop
Sunday, February 21 | 5:00p | Online
Every adult that is interested in joining Cottonwood Creek is required to complete the Membership Workshop video series and attend one of our Membership Workshop classes, currently held online through Zoom. Register online to receive a Zoom link and instructions.
Baptism Sunday
Sunday, February 28 | 12:15p | Atrium
Join us for a baptism service to celebrate the new life of our brothers and sisters in Christ.
Night Of Worship: Shield of Faith
Tuesday, February 23 | 7:00p | In-Person & Online
Are you tired? Does your soul need to recharge?
Join us for the next Night of Worship, “Battle Cry: Shield of Faith,” where we will seek renewal from the Lord and learn to equip the armor of God as protection in our lives.
Before We Say I Do
Sundays | February 21 - April 4 | 7:00p | $75 | Zoom
Are you getting married soon? A great way to set your future marriage up for success is Biblical premarital counseling to put you and your future spouse on the same path. The Before We Say I Do premarital counseling classes will help you with just that! This course lasts 6 weeks and will walk you through steps that will help make your marriage last.
Sessions will be held online via Zoom. You will receive the link once you register.
IF: Gathering
March 5-6 | Women 14+ | In-Person & Online
This year, at IF: Gathering 2021, we will explore how God is still on the move. Throughout the course of the two days, we will discuss “EVEN IF” moments in our lives so we can boldly proclaim even in the worst circumstances, that we still have hope in even the worst of circumstances.
In-person tickets cost $15 per ticket or $25 per ticket with lunch.
Online tickets are free.
Registration closes Friday, February 26.
Spring Break Mini Camp
March 8-10 | 12:30p | $30 | 6th-12th Grade | On Campus
Spring Break Mini Camp is an opportunity for students to gather for Recreational Activities, Theology Classes, and a bonfire Worship Night.
Registration opens Sunday, February 28.
Camp Skylark at Cottonwood Creek
Weekdays | Beginning Monday, May 31 | $225/Week | 1st-6th Grade
Camp Skylark is a 10-week camp for rising 1st through 6th graders! It takes place at Cottonwood Creek Mondays - Fridays, from 7:30a-6:00p, beginning Monday, May 31.
Register for one, multiple, or all 10 weeks!
Registration opens on Monday, February 15.
Rate: $225/week per child
Register before Friday, February 19, and you'll receive the discounted rate of $190/week per child.
CSM Summer
July 5-9 | Sky Ranch Cave Springs | 6th-12th Grade
Summer Camp is an opportunity for students to follow God, grow in their faith, make friends, and have a lot of fun! Secure your spot and price rate with a $50 deposit and set up a payment plan if necessary!
Kid Care Preschool Registration
Kid Care Preschool is enrolling students for the 2021-2022 school year.
Our weekday preschool ministry runs Monday - Thursday, 9:00a - 2:00p.
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.
Everyone Communicates, Few Connect Small Group
Mondays | February 22 - March 22 | 7:00p | A232 & Online
Everyone Communicates, Few Connect Small Group is a MasterMind led by Will Chapman, a certified speaker, trainer, and coach with the John Maxwell Team. Please email will.chapman@cottonwoodcreek.org to sign up for this 5 session MasterMind Group that begins in person, online, and on-demand on February 22. Click here for more info about Will.
English Conversation Helpers
What if you could share the Gospel and foster international friendships from the comfort of your home in fewer than 30 minutes per week? English Conversation Helpers are a group dedicated to teaching the English language, as well as the Gospel, through the book of Mark. Register now to be notified for the next training session.
Men’s Bible Study: Reel To Real
Tuesdays | 6:00a | Atrium
Every Tuesday morning, get together with fellow men from Cottonwood Creek for the Tuesday Men's Bible Study, at 6:00a 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!
Men’s Breakfast
Saturday, February 20 | 7:00a
Fellowship over a FREE breakfast with other Cottonwood Creek men while building each other up in Biblical community.
Text MEN to 77978 to receive more information about the upcoming Men’s Breakfast.
Creek College Ministry
Table 2:15 is now called Creek College Ministry! Text College to 77978 for ministry updates and reminders, or Leon to 77978 to get connected.
Meet us on Thursdays at 7:00p in the Chapel for a time of worship and games.
HomeGroups meet throughout the week on different nights. Those are split up by gender and availability.
College Life Group meets on Sundays at 11:00a in C128.
LifeGroups: Online, At Home & On Campus
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.
Creek Kids Weekend Worship
Saturdays | 5:00p (Nursery to Kindergarten)
Sundays | 9:00a & 11:00a (Nursery to 5th Grade)
Reservations Required: For now, we’re asking families to register their children by Thursday at noon each week, so we know how to plan for the weekends. This will be an important step in making sure we can continue to move forward with our ministry.
Text creekkids to 77978 for weekly registration reminder.
Creek Kids Resources
Are your kids missing Creek Kids? Check out these resources and activities for children birth - 5th grade.
Creek Kids Camp
June 21-24 | Lake Lavon Camp | $200
Camp is for kids in 3rd - 5th grade (completed). Registration is open. Text CKCAMP to 77978 for camp updates.
Creek Kids Summer Schedule
Does this cold weather have you wishing for summer? Good news! The Creek Kids’ summer schedule is out and filled with kid-approved fun! Vacation Bible School, camps, preschool playdates, and more!
Vacation Bible School Update: Registration is now open for leaders and their children! Sign up today.
Awana
3 year olds- 12th grade | $20
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.
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 | 7:00p | Chapel
Family Grace & Living Grace Groups | Mondays | 6:30p | Zoom
Grief Share | Tuesday | 6:30p | Zoom | Register
Divorce Care (Online) | Sundays | 6:30p | Zoom | Register
Divorce Care | Wednesdays | 6:30p | A205
Divorce Care4Kids | Wednesdays| 6:30p | B124
Cancer Care | 1st Sunday each Month |6:00p | Zoom
Family Grace Group
Mondays | 6:30p-8:00p | Zoom
Grace Groups aim to build a community for individuals living with, or those supporting someone living with, a mental health struggle. The Family Grace Group is for those who are supporting someone dear to them with anxiety and depression. Each participant needs a workbook that can be ordered online or we can get one to you.
Learn more about the other types of Grace Groups offered on our website.
Text GRACE to 77978 for the links.
CSM Resources
We have created resources for students (6th-12th grade) that will help engage you and your community with the Lord while social distancing.
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/Young Adults:
leon.lombard@cottonwoodcreek.org
Singles/Single Parents:
ron.schrock@cottonwoodcreek.org
Adult 1 (20s-40s):
beau.landers@cottonwoodcreek.org
Adult 2 (Mid 30s-50s):
justin.frazier@cottonwoodcreek.org
Adult 3 (Mid 40s - Mid 60s):
robert.bennett@cottonwoocreek.org
Adult 4 (60+):
robert.bennett@cottonwoocreek.org
Men:
justin.frazier@cottonwoodcreek.org
Women:
sarah.stoltzfus@cottonwoodcreek.org
Cultural Groups:
justin.hillhouse@cottonwoodcreek.org
Home Groups:
sloan.stephenson@cottonwoodcreek.org
Creek Guide Alerts
Text GUIDE to 77978 to get the Creek Guide pushed right to your phone each week once it’s ready!
Church App
Download the Cottonwood Creek Church app to access live streams, video resources, sermon notes and more.
Cottonwood Creek TV
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.
Text Us
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.
RightNow Media
The “Netflix of Video Bible Studies” all for FREE! You will have instant access to thousands of great videos for kids, youth, parents, married couples and more.
Meet Your Neighbor
Now is our best chance to connect with our neighbors! Here are three easy ways:
Walk your neighborhood to pray and to meet neighbors.
Leave a note on several neighbor’s doors.
Call your neighbors.
For more ways and resources to connect with your neighbor, visit our Strategic Neighboring page.
Faith@Home
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.
Cottonwood Creek Job Connection
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!
Last Call
Suicide: An Unfinished Life
By Pastor John Mark Caton
In his latest book, Pastor John Mark addresses the questions that torment everyone who has experienced loss from suicide. The confusion and anger that follow a suicide when a loved one chooses to end his/her own life are shared by all who walk this journey. Writing with the heart of a pastor, John Mark offers a path to healing.
February 7
Total In Worship: 2,838
Denison Total In Worship: 34
Budget Offering: $148,411
Budget Received To-Date: $658,017