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SMALL GROUPS

At Creekside, we believe that life is a team sport – best done together! So we encourage you to check out our Fall 2008 Small Groups.  Small groups are a great way to meet new people, have fun and grow in your faith. 

Each group has 10-15 people who meet together weekly for about an hour and a half to share their lives, study the Bible, pray, have fun, and serve the community. Check with the group leaders for specific start dates. You can sign up for the group of your choice in one of two ways: 

1. Sign up at any Sunday service.  Just write your name, contact information and the group you’re interested in on a prayer request slip and drop it in the offering box. 
    
2. Sign up online at www.creeksidecommunity.org. 

The group leader will contact you with more information. Don’t procrastinate!  Groups fill up fast.
If you have any questions about small groups at Creekside, contact John Bruce at (510) 430-0607.

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CREEKSIDE SMALL GROUP CATALOGUE - FALL 2008

Sections:
Sunday Groups
Monday Groups
Tuesday Groups
Wednesday Groups
Thursday Groups
Friday Groups
Saturday Groups

Monthly Groups

Life Transformation Groups
 

SUNDAY GROUPS

The Gospel According To John
John is very straight-forward about why he wrote this gospel: to persuade people to believe in Jesus.  The Gospel According to John clearly sets forth Jesus’ deity and the great love God has for all people.
Location: Creekside Upstairs Conference Room
Time: 9:00 a.m., Sunday
Open To: Everyone
Contact: Bob Reinhart at (510) 430-0607

Praying For Creekside
Join us every Sunday morning to pray for the Creekside family, our community, and the world!  Watch your faith grow as you see specific answers to prayer.
Location: Creekside Library
Time: 9:00 a.m., Sunday
Open To: Everyone
Contact:  Judith Guerino at (510) 383-9266

Psalms
Real people with real emotions voicing real concerns to the one real God - this is the Book of Psalms. More than a simple hymnbook, the psalms expose us to how biblical Israel worshiped, what the people believed and, how they dealt with setbacks and successes. Using a topical structure, we will study psalms in logical groupings - laments with laments, praises with praises, psalms of trust with psalms of trust, etc. Our study also places some psalms seasonally with psalms of thanksgiving coming before Thanksgiving holiday, and Messianic psalms preceding Christmas. The format is an open discussion Bible Study. Preparation requires reading approximately ten psalms each week.
Location: Creekside Upstairs Conference Room
Time: 10:30 a.m., Sunday
Open To: Everyone
Contact: Bob Knoll at (510) 614-0809 or Bruce McGregor at (510) 483-1185

1 Corinthians
As we study Paul's first letter to the Corinthians we will address the conflicts which arise as we live in this world based upon man's wisdom and also live from the spiritual wisdom which comes from God. Each session include prayer, reading the Word, and engaging in lively discussion which promises to inform, unite and energize us!
Location: Creekside Adult Classroom
Time: 10:30 a.m., Sunday
Open To: Everyone
Contact:  John and Susan Norman at (510) 317-6548

Life's Healing Choices
This is a ten week study for men of John Baker's book, Life's Healing Choices. This study will take us through the Beatitudes as found in Matthew 5 and is for everyone who has a hurt, habit or hang-up in their life. Baker's study provides insight to help Christians overcome many kinds of addictive behaviors through prayerful study, writing and sharing.
Location: John Bruce's Office
Time: 10:30 a.m., Sunday
Open To: Men
Contact: Russell Cull at (510) 846-0141

Seeing And Savoring Jesus Christ
This study will discuss Seeing and Savoring Jesus Christ by John Piper. This book explores Jesus deity, wisdom, excellence, power, compassion, and more
Location: San Leandro
Time: 6:00 p.m., Sunday
Open To: Families
Contact: Scott and Stacie Clausen at (510) 638-8977
 

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MONDAY GROUPS

Hebrews
Hebrews presents Christianity as the only true faith and that Christ is the only thing that we need for salvation. Hebrews teaches us to trust in God, and it lists the members of the "Hall of Faith."
Location: Oakland
Time: 7:00-9:00 p.m., Monday
Open To: Everyone
Contact: Henry and Sohini Chan at (510) 639-0681

The Gospel According to Mark
Mark is the second gospel and it focuses on the actions of Jesus - who He is, His teachings, His work, and His miracles. Mark begins by showing that the predictions made hundreds of years earlier by the prophet Isaiah were fulfilled by Jesus. Jesus' teachings are as true today as they were in biblical times.
Location: San Leandro
Time: 7:00-8:30 p.m., Monday
Open To: Everyone
Contact: Ron Arth at (510) 769-9567

1 Thessalonians
1 Thessalonians teaches Christians to be strong in their faith in times of persecution. 1 Thessalonians also gives information on the second coming of Christ, and how we should prepare for it.
Location: San Leandro
Time: 7:30-9:00 p.m., Monday
Open To: Everyone
Contact: Justin Cambra at (510) 655-6220

Acts And The Letters Of Paul
Journey through the history of the early church as recorded in the Acts of the Apostles, with stops along the way to examine what Paul wrote to various churches after they were planted.
Location: San Leandro
Time: 7:00-8:30 p.m., Monday
Open To: Everyone (But especially families with older elementary and middle school children.)
Contact: John and Amy Olson (510) 357-4441
 

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TUESDAY GROUPS

No groups scheduled
 

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WEDNESDAY GROUPS

Beloved Disciple: The Life And Ministry Of John
Join us for this Beth Moore study on the life, ministry, and books of the Bible written by the apostle John.
Beloved Disciple: The Life and Ministry of John takes us through the gospel and epistles of John and Revelation. Childcare is provided. The cost of the study is $25.
Location: Creekside
Time: 9:30-11:30 a.m., Wednesday
Open To: Women
Contact: Amy Olson at (510) 357-4441

Toward A Growing Marriage
This study will go through A Growing Marriage, which is a DVD study by Gary Chapman. The sessions are filled with lots of humor and practical insight on sound biblical marriage. A Growing Marriage is designed to stimulate strong, healthy marriages - the foundations of strong, growing churches, and reaching others for Christ. Childcare will be provided.
Location: Creekside
Time: 7:00-9:00 p.m., Wednesday
Open To: Couples
Contact: Craig and Laura Turner at (510) 638-1421

The Gospel Of Luke
Join us for a study of the fascinating third gospel as we examine Jesus’ life and learn to walk as Christ walked.
Location: San Leandro
Time: 7:00-8:30 p.m., Wednesday
Open To: Everyone
Contact: Jim and Deborah Palmieri at (510) 632-2448

Resisting Worldly Worldviews
Most of our battles are fought in our own minds. Learn how to use the weapons of our warfare to combat the habits that plague us.
Location: Oakland
Time: 7:00-9:00 p.m., Wednesday
Open To: Everyone
Contact: Greg and Lori Arthur at (510) 532-1211

Celebrate Recovery
If you struggle with over-eating, under-eating, overworking, substance abuse, co-dependency, fear and anxiety, or any other addictive behavior, Celebrate Recovery can help.  The Christ-centered principles of Celebrate Recovery apply to all issues because they are based on the Bible and depend upon the healing power of God.  Learn how to engage with Christ’s healing power in a safe, supportive environment of fellow pilgrims.
Location: Creekside
Time: 7:00-9:00 p.m., Wednesday
Open To: Everyone
Contact: Bob Reinhart at (510) 430-0607
 

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THURSDAY GROUPS

The Good Life
We will use a study by Chuck Colson called The Good Life. This guide helps answer some of life's greatest questions: What makes life worth living? Where did I come from? Why am I here? What gives my life meaning? Where do I find truth?
Location: Oakland
Time: 7:30-9:00 p.m., Thursday
Open To: Everyone
Contact: Dan Lewis at (925)376-0259

The Gospel of Luke
The Gospel of Luke is the longest of the four gospels and tells the story of the life, death, and resurrection of Christ. It emphasizes social ethics, the poor, women and the oppressed groups, and how Jesus as the Son of God is the perfect man.
Location: Hayward
Time: 7:30-9:00 p.m., Thursday
Open To: Families
Contact: Rod and Julie Nicholas at (510) 614-8045

Jesus The One And Only
Our goal is to get to know Jesus intimately - as though we had walked with Him on the dusty roads of Palestine. We will challenge each other to dig deep into the Scriptures to learn more about Jesus - His life, His ministry, and His purpose for each one of us. The group is limited to 20 participants and the cost is $20. Childcare can be provided on a pre-arranged schedule.
Location: Creekside
Time: 7:00-8:30 p.m., Thursday
Open To: Women
Contact: Katie Atwood at (510) 483-3134


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FRIDAY GROUPS

No groups scheduled
 

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SATURDAY GROUPS

The Gospel Of John
John consists of material that mostly is unique from the other gospels. John focuses on conclusively showing that Jesus is the Son of God, and the only way to eternal salvation.
Location: San Leandro
Time: 7:00-9:00 a.m., Saturday
Open To: Women
Contact: Jeni Engler at (510) 352-8473

The Book of Proverbs
Start your Saturday morning in the workshop of Proverbs, “As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another”.  Men of all ages are welcome.
Location: Creekside Student Center
Time: 8:00-9:00 a.m., Saturday
Open To: Men
Contact: Paul Bronner at (925) 803-5028 or Reed Pendleton at (510) 325-7615
 

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MONTHLY GROUPS

This Week With Beth Moore
Once a month. ladies of all ages are invited to attend a teaching series in a casual setting. We'll view a  compilation of DVDs featuring Beth Moore, a gifted Bible teacher, author and conference leader. Each session offers a fresh word from God for victorious living. Topics include, "God's answers for big questions," "What is God asking you to do now?" and "Getting past the paralysis of life." No outside homework or study is required. Choose the evening that works best for you each month.
Location: San Leandro
Time: 7:00-8:30 p.m. on September 22nd, 23rd, and 24th / October 27th, 28th and 29th / November 17th, 18th, and 19th / December 8th, 9th and 10th.
Open To: Women
Contact: Katie Atwood at (510) 483-3134
 

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LIFE TRANSFORMATION GROUPS

Life Transformation Groups are composed of two or three people who meet each week to help one another grow in their relationship with Christ and in their obedience to His will. They meet for one hour per week and include outside Bible reading.

To join an existing small group or to get more information, call the group leader. To join a Life Transformation Group, call John Bruce at (510) 430-0607.
 

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