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Growing Deep Roots to Share God's Love
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News and Notes
March 9, 2017
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A neighborhood can feel more like extended family with the right attitudes. In our neighborhoods we can find similar people to share with and to learn with; people who help us find identity and strength when we’re in more unfamiliar places. This Sunday, as we continue our “When Two or More Are Gathered” sermon series, we’ll consider our neighbors. Plan to join us.
And, don't forget to spring ahead before you go to bed Saturday night! Daylight saving time begins at 2 a.m. this Sunday. You'll be an hour late to church if you don't!
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Where Two or More Are Gathered...
In Your Neighborhood
March 19
Where Two or More Are Gathered...
At School
March 26
Where Two or More Are Gathered...
At Work
April 5
Where Two or More Are Gathered...
In the Courtroom
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In this Edition, You Won't Want to Miss These Stories!
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Creekwood Preschool & 1st Grade Summer Camps
Now Open for Registration!
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Lenten Study Starts Sunday & Faithworks Begins "The Call."
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March 9
Heart to Heart Monthly Women's Fellowship Group, 7 p.m., Creekwood
March 12
Launch of 5-week Lenten Study "He Chose the Nails," Presented by Celebration Class, Open to All, 10:15 a.m. Sundays
Daylight Saving Time Begins 2 a.m.
March 19
VBS Registration Opens
March 21
MOMtourage Monthly Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Worship Center
April 9
Palm Sunday Palm Procession, All Services
April 15
April 16
Easter Sunday, Worship Services 9:00, 10:15 and 11:30 a.m.
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Prayer Quilts
Join us in saying "THANK YOU" to our fabulous Sewing Ministry team!!! This week they delivered a stack of beautiful, hand-sewn prayer quilts.
Sewing ministry coordinator, Sandy Genovese, had this to say about the sewing day, “What a great day to sew and what an awesome group of ladies to sew with. We had two brand new ladies join the group and they did not have sewing machines. There are plenty of opportunities to put sewing, pinning and ironing skills to His use. We were 14 ladies in total and were able to finish 9 prayer blankets and have a number of blankets close to completion. The talking and loving that goes on during our sewing together is amazing! We share lots of stories." Annmarie Barajas, Director of Missions, explained that this type of support, connection and fellowship is the byproduct that we wish for with all of our serving opportunities.
Do you have a friend or loved one in need of comfort? Perhaps hospitalized or fighting an illness? Contact Annmarie to discuss the prayer quilts.
Are you interested in joining the Sewing Ministry? Click here to learn more, or contact our fabulous, convicted leader-extraordinaire, Sandy Genovese.
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Upcoming Fun For Your 5th or 6th Grader
On March 26, 5th and 6th grade students will be creating treats for our furry friends at the SPCA. They will have the chance to meet a special guest, Sophie, an emotional support dog, and her handler and best friend, Tracy Buice. Tracy will talk with the group about how she trains Sophie to work with people in hospitals, schools, and nursing homes.
On the 26th, the group will meet for this event in the Student Center from 12:45 - 3:00 p.m.
Club 56's A
pril activity will be ice skating at the Allen Community Ice Rink. (Groupon currently has a coupon--check it out!) Skating will take place from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. on April 23. Families are welcome to join us!
Feel free to have your child bring a friend along. We like friends :)
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Communion Offering
The communion offering this past Sunday resulted in over $600 that we will be giving to support Zoe Ministry, one of our core missions. To learn more about Zoe, click here. Thank you for your generosity.
In case you missed it last week, we recently received a report from our newest Creekwood-sponsored working group, "Prospering," pictured below, in Zimbabwe. Check it out here.
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Laity Day with Bishop McKee
North Central District Laity Day
with
Bishop Michael McKee
Saturday, March 18, 2017 | 10 a.m.- noon
First Frisco UMC |
7659 Preston Road | Frisco, TX 75034
“As the laity in the North Texas Annual
Conference gather for our laity day in each
of the four districts, our conversation will
focus on the Commission for a Way Forward.
The Council of Bishops, at the request of the
General Conference, created the Commission
to discover ‘a way forward for profound
unity on human sexuality and other matters.’
The intent of each of the district laity days
is to provide clarity regarding the work of
the Commission, focus on the mission of the
Church, and answer questions pertinent to our
mission in the North Texas Conference.”
Live streaming will be set up for this event. To watch the event live, go to friscofumc.org
and click on “Live Streaming.” You may also submit questions by texting 469-305-0808
or e-mailing AskTheBishop@friscofumc.org.
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Mission Ministry Statement
Creekwood UMC is passionate about building the Kingdom of God by serving families and children in need. We strive to develop long-term relationships with the people and organizations we partner with, both locally and globally. Our goal is to make a high-impact, positive experience within the area and through the lives of all involved.
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2017 Mission Fair and Fundraiser
Mission Accomplished for the Mission Fair! The event resulted in 60+ new people plugged into Creekwood mission work! Can't wait to see everyone coming out! Here's what's coming up; watch for more details to come.
April:
Food Drive for Summer Food Bags Benefitting ACO & Harper Elementary
April 26-May 5: Zoe Zimbabwe Trip
May TBD: Harper Teacher Appreciation Luncheon
May 7: Youth RISE Service Night
May 20: Change the World Weekend (Blood Drive, Summer Food Bag Assembly, VBS Prep)
And, t
hank you, thank you Creekwood for your generous contributions!!! We raised a total of $17,685 to fund our core missions--ACO (Allen Community Outreach), Habitat for Humanity, Creekwood Student Ministry, Zoe, Family Promise and Plano Santas--which will enable Creekwood to continue to change lives and support our community.
Didn't get a chance to participate in the fair? Contact Annmarie Barajas to find the perfect mission activity suited to your gifts and schedule. Intended to give to the fundraising campaign but didn't get a chance? Click here to give electronically. (Please include a $1 fee for credit card processing if you go this avenue.)
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We hosted Family Promise in the Student Center last week. Creekwood showed up 30+ people strong to show the guests true Creekwood hospitality.
During the week, one family graduated out of the program, transitioning to their own home, and another family moved in. We were blessed to play a small role in each of these meaningful experiences for these Family Promise members.
We want to send out special thanks to our co-volunteer leads, Sarah Brown and Bianca Charles, and to Youth staff members, Jarrod Phares and Donna Bartholomew, who organized a cadre of Creekwood Youth to set up the Student Center ahead of the families' arrival.
Finally, we wanted to share a side story, one we'll file under: Isn't it funny how God works?" Last Sunday, one of our church members was
in an auto accident on the way to church. One of the first people on the scene was one of our Family Promise guests, a woman with a medical background. She and her husband not only surveyed for any emergency care needs, but also stayed onsite and provided a calming voice and comfort until first responders arrived.
A beautiful reminder, He provides.
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New Study Starting March 12
The Faithworks Sunday school class will begin “The Call” by Adam Hamilton this Sunday, March 12. This 6-week study explores the lands where Paul traveled, preached, suffered, and triumphed. The class meets at 9:00 a.m. in room 105. Interested? Join the class for this study.
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New Small Group Opportunity
When: Tuesdays, March 21-April 25 (6-week study) on Tuesday Mornings, 9:00 a.m.
Where: Most Likely Creekwood Worship Center
(To Be Confirmed Once Number of Participants is final)
Class Leader: Molly Trank
What: The Daniel Plan focuses on an abundance of healthy choices giving you encouragement and inspiration. Transform yourself from the inside out, letting God be with you every step of the way. The Bible study includes teaching sessions from Rick Warren with Drs. Daniel Amen and Mark Hyman.
This six-session, video-based Bible study offers an innovative approach to creating a healthy lifestyle – rooted and framed by five life areas:
Faith: Nurturing your soul
Food: Enjoying God’s abundance
Fitness: Strengthening your body
Focus: Renewing your mind
Friends: Encouraging each other
Cost: $8 study guide
Interested?
Contact Molly Trank
to learn more and to sign up.
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5-Week Lenten Study
You are invited to join the Celebration Sunday school class for a 5-week Lenten study which will begin this Sunday, March 12 and run through the Sunday before Easter. The study is "He Chose the Nails," by Max Lucado, which includes DVDs and group discussions. A great way to dig deep ahead of Easter. No registration needed, simply show up. Celebration meets at 10:30 a.m. each Sunday, in the Lovejoy Elementary cafeteria.
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Stephen Ministry
Are you, or someone you know, struggling? Stephen Ministry brings lay people into ministry by equipping them to provide one-to-one Christian care to people in congregations and communities who are experiencing difficulties in their lives. Stephen Ministers undergo 50 hours of training where they learn to provide high-quality care to individuals experiencing a crisis or challenge such as divorce, grief, loss of a job, hospitalization, relocation, or loneliness. Stephen Ministry is for each of us. Our prayer is that you reach out in your time of need. Contact Associate Pastor John Thornton or Pastor David Lessner.
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Grief Support
The Collin County branch of VNA/Hospice (Visiting Nurses Association of Texas) offers a number of grief support events open to adults who are grieving the loss of a close loved one. The events are offered at no charge in the McKinney area. Click here to learn more. Upcoming includes:
6-Week Grief Support Group
Sharing the Journey: Coping With Grief
Thursdays, 6:30 – 8 pm April 6 – May 18 (skip April 27)
VNA McKinney Office – Virginia - between Ridge and Lake Forest
RSVP by April 3
Questions, or to RSVP, contact Susan Bryan, LPC at bryans@vnatexas.org
or by phone at (214) 733-5543.
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Summer Camp Registration is Open!
Want a happy camper this summer? Have your preschooler/1st grader join us for camp! We're offering three summer camps this year and registration is now open. Click here to learn more and to sign up.
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Easter Fun Ahead!
We use around 6,000 eggs during our Easter egg hunts. SIX THOUSAND. So.....very soon we'll start our stuffing. Which means....we could use some candy! We'll be taking candy and stickers (the kind that can fit in an Easter egg) donations over the coming weeks. We'll have a collection area in the Gathering Area beginning this Sunday. Consider grabbing a bag of candy or some stickers when you're out next. We'll put it to good use!
Mark your calendars now, for the Creekwood Easter Egg Hunt and Spring Festival scheduled for April 15, 9 a.m. to noon. Help us put on a great Spring Festival. We rely on volunteers to make this family and community outreach event a success.
Click here for a list of volunteer opportunities and to sign up online.
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VBS JUNE 5-9, 2017
Save The Date
for Vacation Bible School!
Adult volunteers are needed. If you are interested in volunteering or serving as a coordinator, click here to sign up.
VBS registration is scheduled to open March 19.
Spaces are limited. Watch for more information to come.
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Volunteers Needed for Special Needs Program
The special needs ministry would like to invite you to prayerfully consider being a part of the special needs ministry. There is a place for every age and every gift set. It is an exciting time to jump in with lots of new opportunities this spring! Please contact Stephanie Hunter smacmillanhunter@gmail.com to begin the conversation.
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Join Our Children's eNewsletter Distribution List
Have an infant through 4th grader and not currently receiving our weekly Children's Ministries' newsletter, Explorers' Times? Please
email us
to be added to our distribution list.
Student Ministries
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Sunday school is held each Sunday from 10:15 - 11:15 a.m.
5th - 6th graders will meet in the tile room of the Children's Center. 7th - 8th graders meet in the garage of the Student Center and 9th -12th graders meet in the Student Center.
The Rise
is held in the Student Center on Sundays, from 5 - 7 p.m. All 7th through 12th graders (and beyond) are welcome to these evenings of worship, fellowship and fun. Meals are provided; a $5 donation is encouraged.
If you are looking to help our awesome Student Ministry by providing a meal, or part of a meal, for The Rise, click here to pick a date and sign up. We promise you'll have fun feeding and visiting with our students.
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Club 56
, designed for our 5th and 6th graders, meets once a month for fellowship and mission. Here's what's coming up.
- March 26, the group will be making treats to send to the SPCA. They will also meet Sophie, an emotional support dog, and her trainer. Meet in the Student Center across the pond from the Worship Center at 12:45-3.
- April 23, Club 56 is going ice skating at the Allen Event Center from 1:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Please RSVP to
Donna Bartholomew
if your child will be attending this event. This is a great activity to invite a friend to Creekwood!
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Junior High Small Group meets on Wednesdays, 7 - 8:00 p.m. Contact Donna Bartholomew for more information.
Sr. High Small Group meets at the Edwards house on Wednesday nights from 7 - 8:30. Contact Jared Phares for more information.
Let's stay in touch.
Students and parents wanting to stay up to date with current activities, events and services, please text @elevatecu to 81010.
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