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LifeGroups

LifeGroups Meet You Where You Are and Walk Alongside You

LifeGroups are formed to provide an environment where both new and current church attendees can pursue Christian maturity together while developing authentic relationships with one another.

What to Expect


The Christian Life Was Never Meant to be Lived Alone

We have been designed to live in community with other Christians. LifeGroups help us develop Christ-centered relationships and “live life together.” LifeGroups typically meet mid-week in homes to discuss and reflect on the sermon, study Scripture and support one another with our faith journey. They help us grow in relationship to God and others.

We can all enjoy growth spurts through sermons or independent study but a key to long-term growth is the combination of the God’s Word and other Christians to help us understand it and live up to it. LifeGroups meet for approximately ten week sessions and are sermon-based discussions. This is where we discuss how the sermon applies to real life. Discussion Questions are included in the weekly sermon notes or available on-line typically at Creeksideeg.com. Through LifeGroups, we come together to share each other’s burdens and to encourage one another to grow. We study God's word and learn how to live and love like Jesus. We’ll put the Sunday sermon into practice, together. The Bible calls this "fellowship" or "loving one another" and we hope you will join us. We encourage everyone to try a group and go for three straight weeks. If the group is not a good fit, it’s ok to try another group. At the end of each session you may stay in the same group, take a break or try a new LifeGroup. Keep trying a LifeGroup until your find the right one!

Miss the last round of groups?

Our LifeGroups meet in 8-12 week sessions. We use a trimester system to allow individuals an on and off ramp for small group involvement. We encourage groups to stay together but realize the ebb and flow of life may require a schedule change. The trimester system also meshes with holiday and traditional school schedules, and allows leaders to take a break when necessary. We break for the summer months.

Looking for a group? View the open groups below

Current Status

CURRENT SESSION

 August 27- Nov 12, 2023, 12 week session

Future Sessions

 

Jan 21 – March 17, 2024, 9 week session
April 14 – May 26, 7 week session
August 25 - November 10, 12 week session

Groups

Bowman

Position: Men
Categories: Lifegroup, Men
Bowman – Men Randy is married to Lois and they enjoy their three grown children and eight grandchildren. He served in vocational ministry all his adult life. Randy loves the Kings, is a lifelong Cleveland Browns fan, and is proud to be an Ohio State Buckeye enthusiast. He enjoys travel, history and reading and Randy is looking forward to making new friends and growing together. This group is sermon-based. Join Now Meeting Day: Tuesday @ 6:30-7:30am On Campus: Room A2

Bowman

Men

Bowman – Men Randy is married to Lois and they...

Carriker/Ball

Position: Young Professionals (25-35)
Categories: Lifegroup, Mixed, Young

Zachary Carriker received his Master’s of Divinity in 2022.  Growing up at Creekside, he is passionate about helping others find community and lifelong friendships in the church. Zach is committed to developing a sound understanding of scripture and living out everyday life and relationships with biblical wisdom. This group is currently studying Isaiah and is open to young professional men and women who want to grow in their relationship with Jesus and each other.

Sunshine Ball has been raised in a Christian home and found her church home with Creekside late 2021. Sunshine was baptized at age 11 and has followed Jesus with zeal ever since. “I struggle with chronic health illnesses and past trauma. I know God is still good through it all!”. She enjoys movies (especially Marvel and Disney), a variety of music, sitting on the ocean shore, and being with friends and family.

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Meeting Day: Sundays @ 12:45pm
Cross streets: Waterman & Grant Line
(This group meets throughout the year and is not sermon based- Ages 25-35)

Carriker/Ball

Young Professionals (25-35)

Zachary Carriker received his Master’s of Divinity in 2022.  Growing...

Furtado

Position: Retired Couples
Categories: Lifegroup, Senior

Mike Furtado is a retired high school math teacher of 40 years, who still loves to substitute teach.  He was a long-time coach of many sports and referred to as an educated jock.  He loves his beautiful wife, Donna, 11 grand kids, and four great grands. This is a very close LifeGroup with room to welcome two new retired couples. This group is not sermon-based and each couple takes turns hosting two weeks at a time.

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Cross Streets: Rotate Homes Every 2 Weeks
Meeting Day: Wednesdays 6:30pm

 

Furtado

Retired Couples

Mike Furtado is a retired high school math teacher of...

Krake

Position: Families
Categories: Families, Lifegroup

John and Tamara Krake have four, active children; Kaylee, Jackson, Lucas and little Porter. Their life is busy, chaotic, loud and fun, and they wouldn’t have it any other way. The Krakes understand the awesomeness and difficulties of being a young family and hope to help others in this same stage of life grow closer to Jesus through fellowship, Bible study and service opportunities. They desire to “do life” together with some activities planned for the whole-family.

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Childcare Details in confirmation email
Meeting Day: Tuesdays @ 6:30pm
On Campus: in Room E103/104

 

Krake

Families

John and Tamara Krake have four, active children; Kaylee, Jackson,...

Leslie-Forbes

Position: Mixed- Navigating Grief
Categories: Lifegroup, Mixed

Cindy understands the pain of loss. In 1998, she lost her precious son Reid at age 5 due to a heart defect. Cindy desires to open her home and her heart to others also on a journey with God through grief. Cindy is a California native and was baptized Christian in 1992, after being raised Catholic. She and her husband Nick married in 2000 and enjoy their beautiful daughter Katie. Cindy works as a KFC trainer, is a certified Chef and loves to cook.

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Meeting Day: Tuesday @ 6:30pm
Cross Streets: Calvine & Power Inn

Leslie-Forbes

Mixed- Navigating Grief

Cindy understands the pain of loss. In 1998, she lost...

Miller

Position: Families
Categories: Families, Lifegroup

Quinton & Allison Miller have attended Creekside Christian Church for several years. Quinton assists with Creekside’s annual Father/Son Camp, and Allison serves as a tour guide Sunday mornings. They have been married since 2008 and have an energetic family with four children. They enjoy traveling, practicing hospitality, and discovering “micro-adventures” locally. Quinton enjoys reading, BBQing, and woodworking, and Allison enjoys sewing and gardening. This group welcomes families of all ages while the older kids play with and help manage the younger children.

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Meeting Day: Every Other Saturday @ 4:30pm
Cross streets: Big Horn & Bruceville

Childcare details in confirmation email

 

Miller

Families

Quinton & Allison Miller have attended Creekside Christian Church for...

Rau

Position: Young Families
Categories: Lifegroup

Joey and Jess will soon be celebrating 10 years of marriage and are blessed with three sweet kiddos, Trip, Lacy, and Callie, ages 4 and under. Joey has been at Creekside for 34 years and their kids are 6th generation at Creekside. When they’re not spending time with their kids, Joey can be found outside in his fruit orchard and Jess can be found dreaming up projects for Joey to build. This group is open to young families enjoying a similar season of life, with babysitting available for those that need it

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Meeting Day: Monday@ 6:30pm
Cross Streets: Bruceville & Kammerer

Rau

Young Families

Joey and Jess will soon be celebrating 10 years of...

Tamayo

Position: Filipino-American Fellowship
Categories: Families, Lifegroup, Mixed

Larry and Tina Tamayo married in 1981 and have been committed Creekside members since 1994. They have three grown children, Lorina, Goldeen and Ezekiel, who are all married and serving the Lord. They delight in their three grandchildren. Larry has a passion for God’s Word and for missions and graduated from WJU with a degree in Bible Theology and Mission. The Tamayo’s have served in many capacities over the years and started the Filipino-American Fellowship of Creekside in 2008. This group meets year-around and all are welcome to join together as Larry teaches the Word of God weekly.

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Meeting Day: Sunday @ 10:45am
This Sunday Group Meets All Year
On Campus:  Room E102

 

Tamayo

Filipino-American Fellowship

Larry and Tina Tamayo married in 1981 and have been...

Vance

Position: Young Married
Categories: Lifegroup, Married, Young

Randy and Linda have been married over three decades and at Creekside since 2012. Randy came to faith in the Lord as a young adult and Linda as a child. They are both retired and are enthusiastic board game players who also enjoy hiking, camping, travel, and especially time with their four wonderful grandchildren. Randy and Linda have a deep passion for the Lord and for young marrieds.  They understand that a good foundation of mutual trust, good communication, and faith in the Lord is key to long term marital success.  Marriage is a blessing, yet takes work.  They desire to help young couples thrive – and have fun and support in a small group setting.

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Meeting Day: Thursday @ 6:30pm
Cross Streets: Calvine & Waterman

Vance

Young Married

Randy and Linda have been married over three decades and...

Young Adults

Position: Multiple Leaders
Categories: Lifegroup, Young

Kaleo is a ministry which is comprised of college students and young adults who desire to grow deeper in God’s Word together, engage in gospel-centered community and learn to glorify Christ in every facet and season of life. Kaleo benefits from multiple dynamic LifeGroup leaders who facilitate and lead discussion and prayer on Thursday nights when Kaleo gathers. This group meets all year long and does not take the same breaks as our other LifeGroups. They are thrilled to have you join them!

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ONGOING
Meeting Day: Thursdays @ 7-9pm
On Campus:  The Venue

Young Adults

Multiple Leaders

Kaleo is a ministry which is comprised of college students...

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