June 17 - 18 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.

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This Weekend

In our current sermon series, Matters of the Heart, learn more about how we can explore and heal from difficult emotions and situations with God’s help.

Sundays | 9:30 & 11 a.m. | Worship Center & Online* | Led by Pastor John Mark Caton | Playlist

Wednesdays | Not Currently Meeting | Resumes This Fall

Saturdays | 5 p.m. | Chapel | Led by Teaching Pastor Graeme Golding

*On-Demand Worship Services are available immediately after 11 a.m. service

Text SERIES to 77978 to stay up to date.

 

Happy Father’s Day!

Happy Father’s Day! To all the dads in our lives, we want you to know how grateful we are for you. Make sure to grab a piece of Honey Pepper Bacon in the Atrium to celebrate!

 
 
 

Creek Kids & Student Ministry Summer Events

Summer 2023 | See the Schedule

Creek Kids and the Student Ministry have so many fun events planned for the summer! Registration for Middle School and Creek Kids Camp & K-2 KABOOM! are open now, and we have all kinds of opportunities to sign up to serve at VBS!

Membership Workshop

Sunday, June 25 | 12:20 p.m. | Chapel | Learn More | Register

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.

This class will be in person and will include a light meal.

Outdoor Baptisms

Sunday, June 25 | 6 p.m. | 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.

We love celebrating baptisms outdoors in the warm weather. Make sure you stick around afterward for ice cream!

 

Hope Rising - A Night of Comedy

Sunday, July 23 | 7 p.m. | On Campus | $39.95 | Learn More | Purchase Tickets

Join us for a evening of laughter during this comedy event, headlined by Jeff Allen. All proceeds will benefit the Hope Clinic of McKinney.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

  • Sunday, July 23 | 7 p.m. | On Campus | $39.95 | Learn More | Purchase Tickets

    Join us for an evening of laughter during this comedy event, headlined by Jeff Allen. All proceeds will benefit the Hope Clinic of McKinney.

 

  • Creek Kids is so excited to invite your child to join us for summer events!

  • Not Currently Meeting | Resuming this Fall

    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.

  • 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!

  • 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

    • 3 Slots - 1st - 3rd Grade

    • 3 Slots - 4th - 5th Grade

    • 1 Slot - Media

    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.

  • 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

  • Can’t be at Creek Kids this weekend? Check out these resources and activities for children birth - 5th grade.

 

  • June 30 - July 3 | Latham Springs | 6th - 8th Grade | $450 | Learn More | Register

    Middle School students are trying to figure out WHO they are and WHERE they belong in the world. We need to point them to JESUS who is the WAY, the TRUTH and the best LIFE. Join us in Latham Springs for a time of fun and fellowship!

  • Not Currently Meeting | Resuming this Fall

    Our greatest desire is to be accepted and to find a connection with other people. Join us for our Connect Nights!

  • 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.

  • We have created resources for students (6th - 12th grade) that will help engage you and your community with the Lord at home.

 

  • 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.

 

  • Sunday, June 25 | 12:20 p.m. | Chapel | Learn More | Register

    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.

    This class will be in person and will include a light meal.

  • Sunday, June 25 | 6 p.m. | Learn More | Schedule a Baptism

    Baptism is a special act of obedience for those who repent and believe that Jesus Christ is Lord, and it symbolizes the believer’s union with Christ and with other believers. We’re excited to invite you to our first outdoor baptisms of the summer - come celebrate new believers with us in the warm weather, and stick around after to cool off with a sweet treat!

  • Not Currently Meeting | Wednesdays | Various Locations at Cottonwood Creek | 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.

    Resumes this fall.

 

  • Thursday, July 20 | 12 p.m. | Atrium | Register

    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.

  • Thursday, June 22 | 6:30 - 8 p.m. | Atrium | Free | Register

    Please join us for an evening of encouragement and hope for those walking through infertility and pregnancy loss. Our guest speaker and founder of Twelve Ministries, Nicole Clark, will share her journey through infertility and the hope she has found.

  • Tuesday, July 18 | 7 p.m. | Worship Center | Free

    Join us for a refreshing night of worship with Janna Long. Hear testimonies of God's faithfulness that will encourage you to have hope in difficult circumstances.

    No registration required.

 

  • Tuesdays | 6 a.m. | Atrium | Learn More

    Current Series - Fan Favorites

    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.

    Text STUDY to 77978 to receive updates from Creek Men.

 

  • Tuesdays | 7 p.m. | Chapel

    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.

  • 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.

 

  • Sunday, July 9 | 12:30 p.m. | B109 | Free | Register

    If you’re interested in seeing what it looks like be volunteer in the Marriage Ministry, join us for a lunch and learn.

  • Sundays | Begins July 9 | 4 - 6 p.m. | A212 | Free | Register | Purchase a Study Guide

    Come join us for a study based on the book Sacred Marriage by Gary Thomas, which explores what God meant for our marriage to accomplish and how we can live that out each day with our spouses.

  • Wednesdays | Begins Aug. 16 | 6:30 p.m. | A200 | Register | Purchase a Study Guide

    Attend this 8-week class to learn how you can navigate life as a blended family and thrive as a stepparent!

  • Sundays | Begins Oct. 15 | 6:30 p.m. | C138 | $75 | Register

    The Fall 2023 Before We Say “I Do” premarital counseling class provides a jump start education on what it means to be married. 

    We also offer individual counseling separate from the class if you prefer couples counseling. The cost is $25 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 $60 Twogether In Texas discount for your marriage license. 

 

  • 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.

 

  • Now – Friday, June 30 | Donations Accepted at Missions Wall

    We are collecting men’s new and gently used work boots, tennis shoes, jeans, chino pants, polos and dress shirts for One Man’s Treasure. One Man's Treasure seeks to empower men recently released from state prisons who come to the Dallas and Fort Worth area by providing them with clothing and opportunities to network.

  • 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

 

  • 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. 

  • Wednesdays | 6:30 p.m. | B116 | Learn More | Register

    The pain and trauma created through sexual betrayal is devastating. The life you thought you had is gone. With a fresh perspective on trauma treatment, Betrayal & Beyond takes a partner-sensitive approach to healing from the effects of sexual betrayal.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Not Currently Meeting | Wednesdays | 6:30 p.m. | A224 | 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.

    Resuming Wednesday, Aug. 16.

  • Not Currently Meeting | Wednesdays | 6:30 p.m. | A122 & A124 | 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.

    Resuming Wednesday, Aug. 16.

  • 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.

  • Not Currently Meeting | Wednesdays | 6:30 p.m. | B118 | 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!

    Resuming Wednesday, Aug. 16.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Not Currently Meeting | Learn More

    A ministry for those who have served in the Armed Forces.

  • 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
sloan.stephenson@cottonwoocreek.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
sloan.stephenson@cottonwoocreek.org

Adult 4 (60+) - On Campus, At Home & Online
sloan.stephenson@cottonwoocreek.org

Men
justin.hillhouse@cottonwoodcreek.org

Women
sarah.stoltzfus@cottonwoodcreek.org

Cultural Groups
justin.hillhouse@cottonwoodcreek.org

 
 
 
 
 

  • 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.

    LEARN MORE ABOUT THE PRAYER WALL

  • Text GUIDE to 77978 to get the Creek Guide pushed right to your phone each week once it’s ready!

  • Check out some of the amazing books written by Pastor John Mark Caton. Click here to learn more.

  • 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.

    TEXT US

    Additionally, you now have the option to add Cottonwood Creek as a contact on your phone, so you never miss an update!

    ADD CONTACT

  • 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.

    COTTONWOODCREEK.TV

  • 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.

    LEARN MORE

  • Show off Cottonwood Creek Church whenever you are with our Cottonwood Creek gear!

    PURCHASE GEAR ONLINE

  • 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.

    LEARN MORE

  • 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!

    SIGN UP FOR JOB CONNECTION

 
 
 
 
 
 

june 11, 2023

Budget Offering: $198,756
Budget Received To-Date: $4,226,029
Budget Needed To-Date: $4,449,637

On Site: 2,708
Online: 1,045

 
 
 
 
 
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