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The congregation has gone through periods of adjustment and refocusing. God has been faithful and the church is firmly grounded and focused on seeking God's purposes for us as a congregation.
A major milestone for us was passed on January 4, 2004. During a special Service of Worship we burned a mortgage on the property. More than 150 former and present members of the congregation joined with us as we gave thanks to God for His graciousness, provision and direction. Following the Service of Worship we enjoyed a Celebration Luncheon which included a historic video presentation and the sharing of memories by founding pastor Bill Smith. Seeking to prayerfully and obediently following God's direction, the congregation chose in January 2003 to sell our Yosemite Avenue property and remain on G Street. Subsequent exploration and decisions led us to seek the demolition and construction of the front half of our facilities (known as Phase One). |
On April 1, 2006 the congregation had its first work day. On July 26, 2006 the old building was demolished. On March 18, 2007 we celebrated our first Service of Worship in the new sanctuary. Well over 2/3 of the congregation were physically involved in the demolition and construction process. The $1.2 million facility was completed and almost fully paid for by God's grace and through the Building a Ministry of Faith and Hope Campaign.
In 2015, Pastor Steve York stepped down as Youth Pastor to go in to full time ministry with All Nations DM, ministering to multiple college campuses around California. In 2016, Pastor Andrew Smith joined our congregation as Associate Pastor.
In 2015, Pastor Steve York stepped down as Youth Pastor to go in to full time ministry with All Nations DM, ministering to multiple college campuses around California. In 2016, Pastor Andrew Smith joined our congregation as Associate Pastor.
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After receiving many generous and faithful donations over the years, in March of 2020 we were able to full pay off the loan taken out on the new sanctuary. The congregation celebrated with a loan burning ceremony, where we praised God for removing our debt. This ceremony took place on March 15 and was one of our final services before moving online and outdoors due to the coronavirus pandemic. In July of 2020 Pastor Steve Muncherian left to pursue interim pastoral ministry in Southern California and Pastor Andrew Smith stepped down as Associate Pastor to serve in next generation ministry in Atwater. Interim Paul Edwards is currently serving at Creekside Evangelical Free Church while we prepare for and search for a new lead pastor. During this season of transition and beyond we hope to continue to be a place where people from all stages and walks of life come together to worship God. |
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Congregation
Over the years the congregation has gone through periods of adjustment and refocusing, these seasons have been reflected is fluctuations in our congregational attendance. We are a multicultural and multigenerational congregation. Through it all, God has been and is faithful and a the church is firmly grounded and focused on seeking God’s current and future purposes for us as a congregation.
Creekside Church Culture
-Biblical teaching
-Sunday worship is a blend of contemporary praise and hymns
-Desire to grow in our prayer focus
-Small groups
-Currently own the church campus operating debt free
-Congregational form of governance with a church council
Over the years the congregation has gone through periods of adjustment and refocusing, these seasons have been reflected is fluctuations in our congregational attendance. We are a multicultural and multigenerational congregation. Through it all, God has been and is faithful and a the church is firmly grounded and focused on seeking God’s current and future purposes for us as a congregation.
Creekside Church Culture
-Biblical teaching
-Sunday worship is a blend of contemporary praise and hymns
-Desire to grow in our prayer focus
-Small groups
-Currently own the church campus operating debt free
-Congregational form of governance with a church council