Our next Haiti trip is scheduled for April 29 - May 7, 2010, but there is a possibility that the trip may have to be canceled or postponed to another date because of the earthquake situation in Haiti. Reciprocal Ministries International (the mission agency with whom we work) has advised us to go ahead and figure on   going on the dates in April and May as planned, but to be aware that things may have to change.  They may want us to modify the nature of the trip to a combination of activities that include medical care.  Other projects could include working with the leaders in the Baraderes church to conduct a VBS program for children and perhaps having a one-day retreat for either the youth or some of the adults in the church, depending on the make-up and experience of our team.  These activities would take place one day at the Baraderes church and a second day at the Riviere Sale Church, one of the small churches that the Baraderes Church has planted in a nearby community. 

Hundreds and thousands of people who lived in the Port-au-Prince area are now making their way to the countryside to stay with friends and relatives since they have lost almost everything in the earthquake.  Many of these people require help with food, water, clothing, and medical care.  The make-up of Creekside's team may have to reflect those needs.

The next training/preparation meeting will be Sunday, February 14, at 12:15 p.m. in FH3 (the southern-most room of the Fellowship Hall).  It is not too late to join the team! If interested come to the meeting on the 14th.  Call Don Forrester (332-7007) or Jason Rogers (284-7245) for more details.

Creekside offers several classes for adults during the 9:00 hour each Sunday morning.   Check it out!

Humility: True Greatness
Led by: Tim Schubert and Mark Szymanski
For: All adults
Where: Fellowship Hall 3

This ten week series will be based on the book of the same name by C.J. Mahaney and extensive scriptural references to pride and humility.  Through this study we will seek the Lord to help us grasp the importance of humility, the danger of pride, the cultural forces at play and how to pursue humility each day.

Acts of the Apostles
Led by: Dustin Heinen and Travis Richardson
For: All adults
Where: Education Annex B & C

 Join Travis Richardson and Dustin Heinen on this 20 week study of the book of Acts, the sequel to Luke's gospel. We will discuss the importance of scripture, the person and work of the Holy Spirit, the call to a Christian community, and practice of relational evangelism in our sequential study of this historical account of the early church.

History of the Bible
Led by: Bob Vander Griend
For: All adults
Where: Education Annex D

 This ten week study will include how the old and new testaments were  written and assembled as scripture; how the Bible was used during the history of the Christian church; how the Bible was translated into English; and some of the challenges made to the veracity and accuracy of the Bible over the past 2000 years.  This study will also review some of the archeological findings and manuscript studies associated with the history of the Bible.

Homebuilders
Led by:  Steve Gregg and Steve Dorman
For: Parents of elementary-aged children and younger, though anyone is welcome. 
Where: Fellowship Hall 1

A variety of topics and activities designed to encourage and equip young families. Child care is provided through the church’s Sunday school classes for children.

Doctrinal Foundations For A Life Well Lived
Led by: Toby Sorrels and Howie Kauffman
For: Internationals and Americans
Where: Church library

Meeting in a conversational setting around the big table in the church library, this class will use the book by “Bible Doctrine” by Wayne Grudem, which will provides a solid biblical and theological foundation for living and serving well. This excellent book addresses important questions such as: How do we know the Bible is God’s Word? What is sin and where did it come from? How is Jesus fully God and fully man? What do God’s attributes have to do with daily living?  What is my role in sanctification?  We will address in-depth   issues with emphasis on discussion.