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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

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 24 - November 9, 2025 (12 week session)

Future Sessions

January 18 - March 22, 2026 (10 week session)
April 19 - May 31, 2026 (7 week session)
August 23- November 8, 2026 (12 week session)

Groups

Biby

Position: Mixed Age & Stage
Categories: Lifegroup
Fred and Laurie Biby moved to West Sac from Livermore to be near family. Fred has been in ministry over 40 years and is a retired pastor and clinical therapist. He continues to serve as Life Coach and loves to mentor others in their faith. Laurie has the gift of hospitality. They enjoy staying active in retirement and grandchildren are one of their favorite hobbies. This West Sac group calls themselves Doing Life Together because that is what they do – serve, play, and grow in the Lord together. Join now  Meeting Day: Thursdays @ 6:30pm  Cross Streets: West Sac – Hwy 50 & Jefferson

Biby

Mixed Age & Stage

Fred and Laurie Biby moved to West Sac from Livermore to...

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 not sermon-based and will be studying the Missionary Journey’s of Paul Acts 13-28.

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Meeting Day: Tuesdays @ 6:30pm 
On Campus: Room E205

Bowman

Men

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

Carriker

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

Zach and Julia recently married in July 2025. They love going to movies and hanging out with community. Zach received his Master’s of Divinity in 2022. Growing up at Creekside, Zach is passionate about helping others find community and life-long friendship in the church. Julia works as a software engineer and has a degree in Business and minor in Bible from Biola University. She enjoys reading and working on creative projects in her free time. Zach and Julia are committed to developing a sound understanding of Scripture and living out everyday life and relationships with biblical wisdom. This group is open to young professional men and women who want to grow in their relationship with Jesus and each other.

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Meeting Day: Sundays @ 1pm
Cross streets: Waterman & Grant Line

 

Carriker

Young Professionals (25-35)

Zach and Julia recently married in July 2025. They love...

Highley

Position: Mixed Age & Stage
Categories: Lifegroup, Mixed

Syd and Jennifer Highley have attended Creekside Christian Church for about 15 years and have served in many capacities; most notably Syd with Worship Arts and Jennifer with Christmas Coffees. They have a blended family with three adult children and are proud grandparents to 6 grandchildren, who light up their lives. Jennifer is a cancer survivor who attended the cancer support group for several years. Syd and Jennifer enjoy traveling, gardening and entertaining. They have been LifeGroup leaders for many years and welcome other married couples to grow and learn together.

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Cross Streets: Excelsior & Sheldon
Meet: Wednesdays @ 6:30pm

Highley

Mixed Age & Stage

Syd and Jennifer Highley have attended Creekside Christian Church for...

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 busy 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 E201/202

 

Krake

Families

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

Loscher

Position: Men
Categories: Lifegroup, Men

 

Chris Losher has been married to his lovely wife Melissa for 25 years. They love spending time with their young adult children, Courtlynn and Justin. Chris enjoys the outdoors and is an avid fisherman.  The Loschers have led a couples LifeGroup for many years, but Chris is enjoying this season of leading a group just for men. Chris wants to create a group where men can grow in their faith, encourage one another and provide Christian mentorship to the next generation.

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Meeting Day: Tuesdays @ 6:30pm 
On Campus: Room A2

Loscher

Men

  Chris Losher has been married to his lovely wife...

Nelson

Position: 40+
Categories: Lifegroup

Scott and Eva Nelson have been married a long time (3+ decades). They have two grown daughters and have hosted eight exchange students over the years. Their goal is to show love and follow the model of Jesus Christ. They love people, to laugh, and to have adventures. More than anything, they love Jesus. If you are 40+, you are welcome in this group.

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Meeting Day: Mondays @ 6:30pm
Cross Streets: Sheldon & Elk Grove Florin

Nelson

40+

Scott and Eva Nelson have been married a long time...

Sandlin

Position: Men & Football
Categories: Lifegroup, Men

Jerry Sandlin is a financial planner by profession but sports enthusiast by nature. He is an avid bowler and loves Thursday night football. Jerry is opening his home to men Thursday nights with the goal of having fellowship while watching the game and lightly get into God’s Word at halftime. Attendance can ebb and flow as schedules allow.

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Meeting Day: Thursdays @ 6:30pm
Cross Streets: Bruceville & Whitelock

 

 

Sandlin

Men & Football

Jerry Sandlin is a financial planner by profession but sports...

Smithers

Position: Retired Couples
Categories: Lifegroup

 

Tim and Sandy Smithers love Creekside and have served in many capacities in the last 20+ years. They enjoy active retirement and are grateful to spend time with their LifeGroup and four adult children and many grandkids. This group is retired and many of them travel often, so they share hosting responsibilities. They are ready to welcome one new retired couple who wants to share God’s Word, support each other in prayer, and enjoy this season of life together.

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Meeting Day: Wednesdays @ 6:30pm  Starts September 3rd
Cross Streets: Group Rotates Homes

Smithers

Retired Couples

  Tim and Sandy Smithers love Creekside and have served...

Young Adults

Position: Young Adults
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

Young Adults

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

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