Vance
Young Married
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…
Van Allen
Married Couples
Bob and Linda Van Allen have been married 40+ years and have three married daughters. They have three grandchildren in whom they take much delight. Bob grew up in South America as a missionary kid and later graduated from Prairie Bible College and Western Seminary. Linda grew up in Galt and graduated with a degree…
Carriker
Young Professionals (25-35)
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 open to young professional men…
Krake
Families
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…
Young Adults
Young Adults
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…
Michael Sim
Elder
Michael was born in Manila, Philippines, and he has called the following cities home: San Francisco, Los Angeles, Boston, and Elk Grove. He married Sarah in 2001, and they have two sons, Martin and Jared. He is a car enthusiast; Warriors, 49ers, and Giants fan; and enjoys traveling, reading, and occasional golf. Michael accepted Christ…
Steve LePage
Elder
Steve and his wife, Devin, first came to Creekside in 2009, having both made decisions to follow Christ and desiring a place to help them lead their kids to make that decision for themselves. The Holy Spirit has opened many exciting doors in both his personal and professional life, allowing Steve to share the hope…
Jim Crowder
Elder
Jim was born and raised in the midtown neighborhood of Sacramento and grew up attending First Baptist Church of Sacramento, where he began my walk with Christ at an early age. In 2008, he and his wife, Kelly, joined Creekside. They raised their two children in the inviting community of Elk Grove and have been…
Darin Boyd
Elder
Darin was Born in Mt Vernon, Ill. and moved to Elk Grove in 1972. He married Afton in 1994, and they have two college age children, Alex 20 and Aston 18. Darin is a business entrepreneur and outdoor enthusiast who loves coaching and playing baseball, working with young people, traveling, anything with a motor especially…
Kelly Bowers
Elder
Kelly grew up in Nevada City, where he accepted Christ into his heart at the age of 10. He was baptized just a few months later, at which time he met his future wife, Gail. They have now been married over 50 years and have attended Creekside since the mid-1990s. Kelly has served on the…