Join a creekside Group
The purpose of Creekside Groups are centered around:
CONNECTING with others | Moving beyond Sunday courtesies to sharing life together
GROWING together in Jesus | Growing beyond information to transformation in life and thinking
DOING LIFE together | God designed us for relationship
Many of our groups are on break for Summer so check out the Grill n' Chill Groups
Our next regular group cycle launches in September
GENERAL GROUPS (men/Women)
WEEKEND WALKING GROUP
SATURDAYS | VARIOUS TIMES | ACTIVITY GROUP |
LEADERS: DAVID BARTKE & LAURIE BUTLER
Frequency: Varies | Location: Various Locations | Duration: Ongoing
We are a gentle group of like-minded, mixed-age men and women who enjoy walking, hiking, or strolling various regional park trails and walking paths. We try to gauge our excursions based on weather and temperatures. Members will receive a notice through email describing each walk's plan, and have an opportunity to RSVP yes, no, or maybe. Our walks are sometimes invigorating, and other times provide a peaceful retreat from busy lives. You decide all levels are warmly welcomed.
THE BOARD GAME CLUB
SATURDAY | 6:00-9:00 PM | ACTIVITY GROUP | LEADERS: JACOB WALDO AND JESSE ROSETTE
Frequency: Twice a Month | Location: Creekside Church
Have you ever wanted to enact the righteous judgment
of God upon your enemies? Do you ever wish you could work with others to
prevent the annihilation of humanity? Do you simply like
to have fun? This group is all about board games or more accurately,
all games in general. Games
like: Catan, Risk and Pandemic or Scattegories, Taboo and Catch Phrase
Exploding Kittens, Sushi Go and Uno, or even Clue, Monopoly, and Trouble.
We will provide the majority of the games, but we would love
for you to bring your favorites; the more the merrier! There will
also be
games for all ages, so bring your kids and/or your grandparents if you think
they'll enjoy it!
FOOTSTEPS OF OUR SAVIOR
MONDAY | 6:45-8:45 PM | BIBLE/BOOK STUDY |
LEADERS: MIKE & TANYA WHITE
Frequency: Weekly | Location: Martinez Home & Zoom (Hybrid)
Have you ever wondered what the Holy Land might have
looked like through Jesus's eyes? Join pastor and New York Times
bestselling author Max Lucado as he takes you on an unforgettable
journey following Jesus through his life on earth, giving you a chance
to see the Holy Land and God's heart for humanity in a brand-new light. In
the Footsteps of the Savior is an invitation to come alongside Max as
he shares meaningful, insights on the people and places that shaped
Jesus's life. In this special compilation, Max weaves together in-depth
teaching from his bestsellers with poignant reflections on his time in
the Holy Land, guiding you through three distinct aspects of Jesus'
life:
• The arrival of the Savior
• Jesus's ministry
• The crossroads and the cross
HARD SAYINGS OF THE BIBLE
MONDAYS | 7:00-8:15 PM | BIBLE STUDY |
LEADERS: MATTHEW & LEIGH SIEGER
Frequency: Weekly | Location: Martinez Home | Duration: 6 Weeks (starting 10/9)
Should women really keep silent in church? What is the unpardonable sin? Why did Jesus say one must hate his parents to be a disciple? We will look at these and other hard sayings of the Bible and examine what they meant in terms of the context and culture in which they were made. No homework. No workbook, just bring your Bible!
CREEKSIDE YOGA
TUESDAYS | 7:00-8:00 PM | ACTIVITY |
LEADER: CHARISSA CRAWFORD
Frequency: Weekly | Location: Creekside | Duration: 11 Weeks (starting 9/26)
We will work on yoga flows, postures, core, and stretching,
incorporating scripture and prayer. Please bring a mat (I have a few
extra for those who want to try the class first). Dress in comfortable
clothes and bare feet. Benefits of practicing yoga: increased
flexibility, increased strength and muscle tone, improved posture,
reduced stress, improved cardiovascular health, protection from injury,
helps maintain healthy joints.
UPROOTING ANGER
TUESDAYS | 6:30-8:00 PM | BIBLE/BOOK STUDY |
LEADER: PERRY PICCHI
Frequency: Weekly | Location: Creekside | Duration: 8 Weeks (starting 9/26)
In this biblically-based, practical guide to anger management, Robert D. Jones focuses on changing the underlying motivations and beliefs of the heart that drive angry behavior. By uprooting these heart problems, readers will learn to handle their anger and see the fruit of thorough and lasting change.
POWER AID
THURSDAYS | 6:30-8:00 PM | BIBLE STUDY |
LEADERS: RUSS & KATE MIGNANI
Frequency: Weekly | Location: WC Home | Duration: 8 Weeks (starting 9/28)
"Power Aid" - We will explore how God replenishes His people when depleted of strength. Join us as we study Biblical characters who were revived in unexpected ways and consider the implications for us today.
COMPASSION FOR DISABILITIES | BEACON OF HOPE
THURSDAYS | 6:30-7:30 PM | SUPPORT GROUP |
LEADERS: ANNA NEVIS AND MARK PIGHIN
Frequency: Weekly | Location: Creekside | Duration: Ongoing
A discussion group for special needs families, and individuals with or without disabilities to help each other grow and learn through Christ how to expand our compassion skills. It is open to all ages, and families are encouraged to attend. This group will offer unique examples/experiences because it will be facilitated by two members of the disabled community. Come join us, we'd love to meet you! We are taught to be beacons of hope and will strive to facilitate thoughtful discussions involving our group so we can all grow together and lift one another through shared experiences and compassion.
WOMEN'S GROUPS
LADIES JOURNALING
SATURDAY | 9:00-10:30 AM | BIBLE STUDY |
LEADER: MONIQUE THOMPSON
Frequency: Twice a Month | Location: Online/In-person at Creekside
Journaling is an excellent way to both record and process what God speaks to us. It's also a useful tool to use at a later time, to reflect on and review some of the 'gems' that you have received. Without writing them down, you may forget those blessings and some very important lessons! While journaling is a very personal time with the Lord, you may want to share some of your journaling with your small group or mentors. Through discussion, you may be able to look deeper into what God is speaking to you, gain new insight and encourage others & receive encouragement from others. This group is for all women whether you have journaled before or not. It is a casual time to get together and start your Saturday morning and read a passage together, write about what we are reading, and then if comfortable share and discuss what we have read. All you need to bring is a Bible, pen/pencil, journal, and an open heart.
SUSTAINABILITY CRAFTING
TUESDAY | 6:30 - 8:30 PM | WOMEN'S ACTIVITY GROUP
LEADER: MARY WATSON
Frequency: Once a Month | Location: Pacheco Home
This group will meet together to do a sustainable craft. Every crafter will
be doing the same project. The craft will be done to take home the same night. Open to the first 10 women for each month.
MATTHEW - GIFT OF YAHWEH
TUESDAY | 6:30 - 8:00 PM | BIBLE/VIDEO STUDY |
LEADER: LAURIE BUTLER
Frequency: 2-3 Tuesdays a Month (dates in group calendar) |
Location: Creekside Church
What did the apostle Matthew have to say about the historical man Jesus and the Good News he proclaimed? If, along with reading your Bible, you enjoy visuals, and appreciate geography, archaeology, and history, sprinkled with a bit of humor, this may quench your thirst. Our DVD host will be Dave Stotts, host of Drive Thru History. Our (6) sessions will cover the background and Survey of the book, Key Scriptures and Themes, Key Players, Life Applications, and Great Takeaways. Get a head start and spend 45 minutes to read (or listen to) the entire Book of Matthew. Taking Notes/Journaling/Doodling are all encouraged.
MIRACLES OF JESUS
WEDNESDAY | 6:00-7:30 PM | VIDEO/BIBLE STUDY |
LEADER: MONIQUE THOMPSON
Frequency: Weekly | Location: Creekside Church | Childcare: K-5th grade
In Miracles
of Jesus we will explore all four Gospels with teachings from Jennie Allen,
Bianca Juárez Olthoff, Jada Edwards, and Sadie Robertson. Discover the
ways Jesus healed, provided for, calmed, and resurrected the people he
encountered. This seven-session study is about believing in the power of
God who can accomplish anything. There’s nothing too big or too small
for us to bring to him.
When we take time to learn about the overflowing kindness Jesus demonstrated to all kinds of people through miracles during his time on earth, we realize that he is radically generous, compassionate, and honoring all people. As you watch teaching from the places in Israel where Jesus performed miracles and dig into God’s Word, you will end the study in awe of the Messiah who relentlessly seeks, saves, and restores us.
MIRACLES OF JESUS
THURSDAY | 9:00-10:30 AM | VIDEO/BIBLE STUDY |
LEADER: MONIQUE THOMPSON
Frequency: Weekly | Location: Creekside Church
In Miracles of Jesus we will explore all four Gospels with teachings from Jennie Allen, Bianca Juárez Olthoff, Jada Edwards, and Sadie Robertson. Discover the ways Jesus healed, provided for, calmed, and resurrected the people he encountered. This seven-session study is about believing in the power of God who can accomplish anything. There’s nothing too big or too small for us to bring to him.
When we take time to learn about the overflowing kindness Jesus demonstrated to all kinds of people through miracles during his time on earth, we realize that he is radically generous, compassionate, and honoring all people. As you watch teaching from the places in Israel where Jesus performed miracles and dig into God’s Word, you will end the study in awe of the Messiah who relentlessly seeks, saves, and restores us.
Men's Groups
CHASING DAYLIGHT | MEN'S GROUP
THURSDAY | 6:30-8:00 PM | VIDEO BIBLE STUDY |
LEADER: PHIL LAVRISCHEFF
Frequency: Weekly | Location: Creekside | Duration: Ongoing
In his inspiring book, Chasing Daylight, Erwin McManus uses the biblical account of Israel's war with the Philistines (1 Samuel 13-14) and the characters of Jonathan and Saul to demonstrate the difference between living a life of purpose and adventure and living one of apathy and missed opportunity. Through this story, McManus artfully illustrates an adventurer's heart's eight characteristics, which he calls the "Jonathan factor." In this video Bible study series, Erwin uses powerful examples from his own life and fresh biblical teaching to assert that God crafts divine moments specific to each of us—priceless opportunities for us to actively engage in God's big-picture plan.
FRIDAY MEN'S GROUP
FRIDAY | 7:00-8:00 AM | BIBLE/BOOK STUDY |
LEADER: DAVID BARTKE AND PERRY PICCHI
Frequency: Weekly | Location: Creekside | Duration: Ongoing
Our group will be studying a biblical character or book. The format is a discussion of the weekly text with an emphasis on understanding what God is saying to us and how we can apply it in our culture.
