November 5 & 6 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
Current Sermon Series
Fresh. Bright. Vibrant. Who doesn't want more love, more joy and more peace in their life? In this series, Fresh Fruit, we're diving into what it means to live by God's examples and cultivate fruits of the Spirit in your everyday life.
Sundays | 9:30 & 11 a.m. | Worship Center & Online* | Led by Pastor John Mark Caton | Playlist
Wednesdays | 6:30 p.m. | Chapel | Led by Dr. Justin Hillhouse
Saturdays | 5 p.m. | Worship Center | Led by Teaching Pastor Beau Landers | Playlist
*On-Demand Worship Services are available immediately after 11 a.m. service
Text SERIES to 77978 to stay up to date.
Weekly Spotlight: The Gift
Saturday, Nov. 12 & Sunday, Nov. 13 | Various Locations on Campus | Learn More & Register
What is The Gift Weekend? It’s a meaningful time for individuals, families and LifeGroups to serve together through multiple service opportunities on campus! We have many options to choose from, including meal packing and meal box sponsorship, a winter coat drive, hair donations and Christmas card making for our missionaries, to name a few. So don’t miss out on this excellent service opportunity – register today!
Christmas Angel (formerly Angel Tree) is also highlighted during The Gift and is a wonderful opportunity for families and LifeGroups to adopt a family in need for Christmas. There are 125 children waiting to be adopted from our community.
Seminar on the Sabbath: Christ Will Give You Rest
Saturday, Nov. 12 | 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Free | Register
Are Christians supposed to observe the Sabbath? If you've ever asked this question, you won’t want to miss this free Ministry Academy event, Seminar on the Sabbath: Christ Will Give You Rest. Dr. Beau Landers will lead each of the sessions exploring how the entire Bible shows us that we find our rest in Jesus.
Register in advance to receive snacks and a free lunch.
Marriage Skills Class
Wednesdays | Begins Nov. 9 | 6:30 - 8 p.m. | A238 | Free | Register
This 10-week class will focus on building various marriage skills, including conflict resolution and communication.
Couples also have the opportunity to participate in an optional marriage assessment for $35. This assessment tool comes from Prepare/Enrich and will be emailed following registration.
When registering, please include both spouses’ email addresses.
November Missions Spotlight
Now - Wednesday, Nov. 30 | Drop Off in the Wooden Bin Next to the Missions Wall | Food Donation List | Monetary Donations
In partnership with One Heart McKinney and the McKinney Hunger Free Coalition, we are collecting specific food items in specific sizes during the month of November. No glass containers allowed.
To give monetary donations, please visit this site and choose the option “Feeding McKinney.”
Membership Workshop
Sunday, Nov. 20 | 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.
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Wednesdays | 6:30 - 8 p.m. | 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 | Register
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.
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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
1 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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Wednesdays | 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. | Free | 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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Saturday, Nov. 12 | 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Free | Register
Are Christians supposed to observe the Sabbath? If you've ever asked this question, you won’t want to miss this free Ministry Academy event, Seminar on the Sabbath: Christ Will Give You Rest. Dr. Beau Landers will lead each of the sessions exploring how the entire Bible shows us that we find our rest in Jesus.
Register in advance to receive snacks and a free lunch.
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Every Wednesday Night | 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.
Midweek activities will not meet Wednesday, Nov. 23.
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Sunday, Nov. 27 | During Both Worship Services | 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 Nov. 9 | 6:30 - 8 p.m. | A238 | Free | Register
This 10-week class will focus on building various marriage skills, including conflict resolution and communication.
Couples also have the opportunity to participate in an optional marriage assessment for $35. This assessment tool comes from Prepare/Enrich and will be emailed following registration.
When registering, please include both spouses’ email addresses.
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Tuesdays | Begins Nov. 8 | 6:30 p.m. | A212 | Free | Register
Join us for this 4-week study! The Advent season gives us the opportunity to delight in the promises we celebrate at Christmas:
HOPE that Jesus will return and make all things new
JOY that comes from worshiping Him today and for eternity
PEACE we experience with God today and we long for our world to experience when it is redeemed
LOVE of a God who sacrificed His own Son to be in relationship with us
Book purchased seperately.
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Thursday, Nov. 17 | 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.
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Tuesdays | 6 a.m. | Atrium | Learn More
Current Series: Mad Men of the Old Testament
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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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.
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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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Wednesday, Nov. 9 | 2 p.m. | Atrium
Please join us for a time of dedication and prayer over the upcoming shoebox collection for Operation Christmas Child.
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Saturday, Nov. 12 & Sunday, Nov. 13 | Various Locations on Campus | Learn More & Register
What is The Gift Weekend? It’s a meaningful time for individuals, families and LifeGroups to serve together through multiple service opportunities on campus! We have many options to choose from, including meal packing and meal box sponsorship, a winter coat drive, hair donations and Christmas card making for our missionaries, to name a few. So don’t miss out on this excellent service opportunity – register today!
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Now - Wednesday, Nov. 30 | Drop Off in the Wooden Bin Next to the Missions Wall | Food Donation List | Monetary Donations
In partnership with One Heart McKinney and the McKinney Hunger Free Coalition, we are collecting specific food items in specific sizes during the month of November. No glass containers allowed.
To give monetary donations, please visit this site and choose the option site “Feeding McKinney.”
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Empty Shoeboxes Currently Available Next to Missions Wall | Return Packed Shoebox to Atrium During Collection Week: Nov. 13 - 21 | Learn More
The Samaritan’s Purse project Operation Christmas Child collects shoebox gifts filled with fun toys, school supplies and hygiene items and delivers them to children in need worldwide to demonstrate God’s love tangibly. For many of these children, the gift-filled shoebox is the first gift they have ever received.
You have the opportunity to participate in a variety of ways this year! Click here to learn more.
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Belize | March 23 - 27 | Projects for Church, School & Women’s Shelter
Baltimore | March 29 - April 2 | Church Planting Ministry
Brazil | May 2 - 11 | Medical & Dental Mission Boat Trip down Amazon River
Prague | July 21 - 31 | Family English Camp
Mexico | TBD | Men’s Construction Trip to Chiapas
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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:
Nov. 27
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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Games Begin January 2023 | Kinder - 5th Grade | $99 | Register | Volunteer to Coach
SLAM DUNK! Sign your child up for basketball today! This is an exciting opportunity for your child to have fun, foster a spirit of teamwork and learn fundamental skills!
Practices begin December 2022, and games begin January 2023. Both practices and games will take place on Saturdays.
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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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Wednesdays | 6:30 p.m. | C128 | 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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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.
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Living Grace Groups | Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m. or Wednesdays at 7 p.m. | Zoom
Family Grace Group | Tuesdays | 6:30 p.m. | Zoom
Redefine Grace Group* | Wednesdays | 6:30 p.m. | Zoom
Text GRACE to 77978 to stay up-to-date on meeting times for these groups.
Please email gracegroup@cottonwoodcreek.org if you have questions.
*Note this group is geared toward young adults age 18+
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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!
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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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More Info Coming Soon | Led by Mary Comm | Learn More
This ministry exists to support and encourage parents of kids (of any age) who identify as LGBTQ. Our primary mission is to equip and encourage you to love your kids like Jesus does—with compassion for their wounded hearts yet without compromising the truth of the Word or character of God. We also strive to give you a safe, confidential place to explore your grief and concerns, along with the common causes of same-sex attraction or gender dysphoria. We will also discuss strategies for building (or regaining) trust with your child and repairing your relationship with him or her.
At Uncommon Love, you will have the opportunity to become part of a community that will support you in this journey.
To register your interest for an upcoming class, please email class leader Mary Comm at uncommonloveonline@gmail.com.
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Every 3rd Wednesday | A232 | 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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Download the Cottonwood Creek Church app to access live streams, video resources, sermon notes and more.
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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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Show off Cottonwood Creek Church whenever you are with our Cottonwood Creek gear!
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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!
Oct. 30, 2022
Budget Offering: $170,182
Budget Received To-Date: $7,419,903
Budget Needed To-Date: $7,209,700
Total Budget: $9,900,000
On Site: 1,945
Online: 849