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Getting connected to a group is easy!

Sugar Creek offers a great selection of connection

opportunities in a smaller group environment, most of

which meet on Sunday mornings while you are already

here for worship. The passion of every group is growing

spiritually in an atmosphere of Bible-centered, relational,

and purpose-driven community. We're excited to welcome

newcomers and make you feel right at home! You will

notice that we have groups meeting at 8:15, 9:00 and

11:00 AM. Groups are listed in several categories to

simplify the process as you discover one or more groups

that will better fit your personal needs and stage of life.

Each category also identifies an individual on our Adult Ministry Team who is available to

personally answer questions or provide more information. We look forward to helping you

connect with God and others in life-changing community in Christ!

John Rushing, Pastor of Adult Ministries

jrushing@sugarcreek.net I 281-242-2858

Foundations | 9:30-10:45 AM | Family Center – Room B3.76 Life Stage: Married with children ages 5-12Average Attendance: 25-35Leadership: Teacher - Nate Sprinke | Director – Ben Foster Discussion based Bible study on essential life topics.

It Takes Three | 9:30-10:45 AM | Family Center- Room B3.82 Life Stage: Married with children ages 2-8Average Attendance: 35-45Leadership: Teacher – Rick Goolsby | Directors – Jeremy Searl, Matthew Hartman Directed Bible study with group discussion and prayer.

Emmaus | 9:30-10:45 AM | Family Center – Room B3.84Life Stage: Married with children ages 2-10Average Attendance: 25-35Leadership: Teachers–Sam Wang, Bryce Hantla, Terrence Ramkissoon l Director - Terrence RamikissoonConversational experience integrating biblical principles for everyday life application.

Merge l 9:30 - 10:45 AM l Family Center-Room B2.96Life Stage: Nearly and Newly Married less than 3 years; age 20’s-early 30’s Leadership-Ben Coleman, Adam Gully, Onaome MukoroFocused on spiritual and marital growth.

TGIW-Thank Goodness It’s Wednesday | 6:45-8:00 PM | Family Center – Room B3.62 (Resumes Aug. 24)Life Stage: Young FamiliesLeadership-Bryce & Katie HantlaWe connect with God and others, growing in both areas, through Bible based lessons utilizing interactive content and discussions.

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YOUNG MARRIED

Ben ColemanPastor of Young Marrieds and Men’s Ministrybcoleman@sugarcreek.net

Talulah RugerDirector of Median Adults truger@sugarcreek.net

Early Risers l 8:15-9:20 AM l Adult Ministry Building-Room 260Life Stage: Predominantly age 40+ l Mostly MarriedAverage Attendance: 30+Leadership: Teacher--Tedd LawsonThe teaching is topical and interactive. Childcare provided at this hour for ages birth thru Pre-K only.

LYF ParenTeen l 9:30-10:40 AM l Adult Ministry Building-Room 200Life Stage: Parents of Middle & High School StudentsAverage Attendance: 25+Leadership: Teacher--Butch Booth l Director--Amelia RodriguezFocusing on scriptural wisdom and biblical application, this group offers guidance and support for every family with teens.

Lighthouse l 9:30-10:40 AM l Adult Ministry Building-Room 260Life Stage: Predominantly ages 45+ l Married & SinglesAverage Attendance: 30+Leadership: Teacher--John Rushing l Director--Reggie LavongBible study focus is on life application through both topical and Bible book studies.

Going Deeper l 9:30-10:40 AM l Adult Ministry Building-Room 120Life Stage: Predominantly ages 55-65 l MarriedAverage Attendance: 25Leadership: Teachers--Floyd Luckett, Mike FreemanUsing the Explore the Bible curriculum, this group discovers week-by-week going through books of the Bible what God is saying to us to bring about life transformation.

Joint Venture l 9:30-10:40 AM l Family Center-Room B3.75Life Stage: Predominantly ages 35-55 l MarriedAverage Attendance: 40-50Leadership: Teachers--Toby Perry, Barry Hart l Directors--Robert & Dana LauerBible study focus is finding and applying bibli al principles via in-depth Bible book studies.

Mixed Blessings l 9:30-10:40 AM l Adult Ministry Building-Room 100Life Stage: Predominantly ages 55-75 l Married & SingleAverage Attendance: 100+Leadership: Teachers--Dermot Rigg, Mark Ross, Earl Tipton Jr. l Directors--Earl & Margery Tipton Using the Explore the Bible curriculum, this group discovers life transformation by going through the books of the Bible.

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MEDIAN ADULTS

Back to Basics l 9:30-10:40 AM l Adult Ministry Building-Room 250Life Stage: Predominantly ages 40-65 l Married & SingleAverage Attendance: 15-20Leadership: Teacher--Gene Frantz l Director--Joseph WallaceBible study is in-depth verse by verse through the Bible, alternating between Old and New Testament.

Kingdom Life | 9:30 - 10:40 AM | Promise Land-Room 206Life Stage: All Ages l Married & SingleAverage Attendance: 25-35Leadership: Teachers--Don Waybright, Ryan DiksEach week we share how we entered the activity of God and obeyed what we last learned over the previous week. Group is highly participative with the Bible as sole curriculum.

The Journey l 9:30-10:40 AM l Adult Ministry Building-Room 130Life Stage: All Ages l Married & SingleAttendance: 25-45Leadership: Teacher--Glenn Heilenman l Director--Alton LandrySeeking to observe, interpret, and apply the literal text with an historical, contextual, and grammatical view. From Genesis to Revelation, this group explores Bible books and topical Bible studies.

Mission Possible l 9:30-10:40 AM l Adult Ministry Building-Room 230Life Stage: Predominantly ages 40-60 | Married & SingleAverage Attendance: 15Leadership: Teacher--Jim Zimmerman | Director--Howard KingBible study focus is on life application through verse-by-verse Bible book studies.

Real Life l 9:30-10:40 AM l Adult Ministry Building-Room 240Life Stage: Predominantly ages 50-60 l Married & SingleAverage Attendance: 10-12Leadership: Teacher--Tom Jones l Director--Christie BrocatoBible study focus is on life application through verse-by-verse Bible book studies.

Joyful Servants l 9:30-10:40 AM l Adult Ministry Building-Room 203Life Stage: Predominantly age 45+ l Married & SingleAverage Attendance: 10+Leadership: Teacher--Jo Howard l Director--Carolyn CraigLife of the Messiah from a Jewish Perspective--Using all four Gospels, this study gives a deeper and more clear picture of the life of Christ.

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Lessons of Faith l 9:30-10:40 AM l Adult Ministry Building-Room 110Average Attendance: 8Leadership: Teacher-Gary KyleExploring Scripture with a view to life application is at the core of each week’s group time while enjoying fellowship, and prayer.

Firm Foundation | 11:00-12:10 PM | Adult Ministry Building-Room 100Life Stage: Predominantly ages 40 - 65 | Married & SingleAverage Attendance: 45+Leadership: Teacher--Bill Wright | Directors--Robert Menchaca, Henry TuckerA lively interactive Bible study focused on life application.

Marriage for Real l 11:00-12:10 PM l Family Center-Room B3.76Life Stage: All Ages l Married OnlyAverage Attendance: 40-50Leadership: Teachers--Doug Miller, Bill Caughman l Director--James MathisBuilding strong, thriving, Christ-centered marriages through biblical teaching is the primary focus.

Family Bible Fellowship l 11:00-12:10 PM l Chapel SanctuaryLife Stage: All Ages l Young & Maturing FamiliesAverage Attendance: 60-80Leadership: Teachers--Toby Perry, Barry Hart l Directors--Milton & Diane FickBible study focus is discovering and applying Biblical principles via in-depth Bible book studies. Group includes entire families with children elementary through college age.

Truth Keepers l 11:00-12:10 PM l Adult Ministry Building-Room 110Life Stage: Predominantly Ages 45-60 | Married & SingleAverage Attendance: 16-20Leadership: Leaders--John Moncrief, Allan GrobeBuilding strong relationships with God and others characterizes the group with biblical principles shared and discussed each Sunday.

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Encouragers l 9:30-10:40 AM l Chapel SanctuaryLife Stage: Age 55+ l Married & SingleAverage Attendance: 70+Leadership: Teacher--Marty Mikelson l Director--Nathan WalkerBringing the Bible to life every Sunday, the focus is on life application.

Good News Fellowship l 9:30-10:40 AM l Chapel-Room 103Life Stage: Age 55+Average Attendance: 20+Leadership: Teachers--Glen Ray, Charles McGuireThis class digs deeply into Bible passages, allowing time for Q & A and discussion. Loving fellow- ship, sharing concerns, and praying together is the foundation in this group.

The Good Life l 9:30-10:40 AM l Chapel-Room 116Life Stage: Age 55+Average Attendance: 20+Leadership: Teachers--Bob Higgins, Marvin Marcell, Daniel Morgan l Director--Don Crews Applying what we learn from Scripture, this group enjoys great fellowship and prayer together.

Intercessors l 9:30-10:40 AM l Chapel-Fellowship HallLife Stage: Age 70+Average Attendance: 25+Leadership: Teacher--Mike Harrison l Directors--Hunter Harrison, John JonesGod’s Word is the central focus of this class as we explore the Bible book by book. The fellowship in this group strengthens personal relationships.

Ruth l 9:30-10:40 AM l Chapel-Room 110Life Stage: Age 60+ l WomenAverage Attendance: 13+Leadership: Teacher--Rosemary SelfOur ladies enjoy sweet fellowship, Bible study and prayer in an atmosphere of support and care.

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CAPSTONE

Marty MikelsonPastor of Senior Adults mmikelson@sugarcreek.net

Remnant Sundays | 9:30-10:40 AM | Family Center-Gym 2Life Stage: Ages 18-23 | College AgeAverage Attendance: 60-70Leadership: Sly Portillo--College Ministry AssociateCommunity, worship, friendship, and Bible study are all happening on Sunday mornings in Rem- nant! Outreach to communities in need and our college campuses are frequent projects to engage us in God’s work around us.

TwentyPlus l 9:30-10:40 AM l Family Center-Room B2.95Life Stage: Ages 24-35 l SingleAverage Attendance: 40+Leadership: Teacher--Stacy UyLearning God’s truths for where we live every day is the primary focus. The group format includes interactive discussion on biblical and life topics.

SonRisers l 9:30-10:40 AM l Adult Ministry Building-Room 220Life Stage: Predominantly ages 45+ l SingleAverage Attendance: 30-35Leadership: Teachers--Harvey Brannen, Mike Gullikson l Directors--Karen Sawyer and Lois Curtis Bible study focus is on life application through both topical and Bible book studies.

New Walk l 9:30-10:40 AM l Adult Ministry Building-Room 202Life Stage: Predominantly ages 36-50 l SingleAverage Attendance: 20+Leadership: Teacher--Steve Haver l Director--Steve StathamExploring life-changing truths from the Bible is coupled with interactive group discussion and appli- cation.

Successful Single Moms | 9:30-10:40 AM | Adult Ministry Building-Room 204Life Stage: Predominantly ages 20s-40s | Single MothersAverage Attendance: 10-20Leadership: Teacher--Gladys Smith | Director--Sherri McCollumBible study focus is on life application for single moms through both topical and Bible book studies.

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SINGLE ADULTS

SINGLES MINISTRY TEAM singles@sugarcreek.net

Conexión 4 l Domingos 11:00-12:10 PM l Edificio “Family Center”–Cuarto B2.95Tipo de personas: Adultos de todas las edades | Adultos solterosNúmero de Asistentes: 10-20Líderes--Ricardo SaraviaEste es un grupo específi o para personas en una etapa de su vida de soltería. Juntos se apoyan, estudian la Palabra y crecen en su caminar con Dios.

Chosen Vessels l 9:30-10:40 AM l Adult Ministry Building-Room 160Life Stage: Women of all ages l Married, Single, Divorced, WidowedAverage Attendance: 45-50Leadership: Teacher--Talulah Ruger l Directors--Jeanette Johnson, Josephine EngFocus is on building relationships, studying the Bible, and how to apply it in our real life situations.

Ruth l 9:30-10:40 AM l Chapel-Room 110Life Stage: Age 70+ l WidowsAverage Attendance: 13+Leadership: Teacher--Rosemary SelfOur ladies enjoy sweet fellowship, Bible study and prayer in an atmosphere of support and care.

Successful Single Moms l 9:30-10:40 AM l Adult Ministry Building-Room 204Life Stage: Predominantly ages 20s-40s l Single MothersAverage Attendance: 10-20Leadership: Teacher--Gladys Smith l Director--Sherri McCollumBible study focus is on life application for single moms through both topical and Bible book studies.

Women in the Word l 11:00-12:10 PM l Adult Ministry Building-Room 120Life Stage: Women of all ages l Married & SingleAverage Attendance: 20-30Leadership: Teacher--Rebecca Sanchez l Directors--Karen Sanders, Gilda SolomonBible study focus is on various aspects of theology, apologetics, biblical history and application of biblical truth to every aspect of life.

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WOMENS MINISTRY

Jessica LeffewDirector of Women’s Ministrywomen@sugarcreek.net

Kingdom Life | 9:30 - 10:40 AM | Promise Land-Room 206Life Stage: All Ages l Married & SingleAverage Attendance: 25-35Leadership: Teachers: Don Waybright, Ryan DiksEach week we share how we entered the activity of God and obeyed what we last learned. Highly participative and using the Bible as the curriculum.Contact Don Waybright at dwaybright@sugarcreek.net.

Successful Single Moms| 9:30-10:40 AM | Adult Ministry Building-Room 204Life Stage: Predominantly Ages 21-49 | Single AdultsAverage Attendance: 10-20Leadership: Teacher--Gladys Smith | Director--Sherri McCollumBible study focus is on life application for single moms through both topical and Bible book studies. Contact Jessica Leffew at jleffew@sugarcreek.net.

Family Bible Fellowship l 11:00-12:10 PM l Chapel SanctuaryLife Stage: All Ages l Young & Maturing FamiliesAverage Attendance: 60-80Leadership: Teachers--Toby Perry, Barry Hart l Directors--Milton & Diane FickBible study focus is finding and applying Bibli al principles via in-depth Bible book studies. Group includes entire families with children elementary through college age.Contact Talulah Ruger at truger@sugarcreek.net.

Marriage for Real l 11:00-12:10 PM l Family Center-Room B3.76Life Stage: All Ages l Married OnlyAverage Attendance: 40-50Leadership: Teachers--Doug Miller, Bill Caughman l Director--James MathisBuilding strong, thriving, Christ-centered marriages through biblical teaching is the primary focus. Contact Talulah Ruger at truger@sugarcreek.net.

The Word Lives l Wednesday Evenings l 6:30-8:00 PM l Adult Ministry Building-Room 230Life Stage: Adults 18+Average Attendance: 10+Leadership: Teachers--Doug & Cathy MillerReading through the Bible, as a group, book by book, verse by verse, as long as it takes, discussing it as we go.Contact Talulah Ruger at truger@sugarcreek.net

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SPECIAL INTERESTS

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Carlos RodriguezAssociate Pastor / SC en Español crodriguez@sugar

EN ESPANOL

Conexión 1 | Domingos 11:00-12:10 PM | Edificio “Family Center ”–Cuarto B3.84Tipo de personas: Adultos de todas las edades | Adultos casados o solterosLíderes--Henry AmadioUn lugar para que la familia hispana pueda conectarse con Dios y con otras personas en un ambiente positivo y familiar. Le invitamos a unirse con nosotros para estudiar la Palabra de Dios, crecer y apoyarnos mutuamente en el caminar con Dios.

Conexión 2 | Domingos 11:00-12:10 PM | Edificio “Family Center”–Cuarto B3.62Tipo de personas: Adultos de todas las edades | Adultos casados o solterosLíderes--Alberto Hernandez Aquí encontrará una familia que le ayudará en su crecimiento como cristiano. Nuestros estudios son por tópicos usando el material de “Lifeway.”

Conexión 3 l Domingos 11:00-12:10 PM l Edificio “Family Center”-Cuarto B3.82Tipo de personas: Adultos de todas las edades | Adultos casados o solterosLideres – Samil & Helen LopezUn grupo con un ambiente familiar donde nos enfocaremos en el crecimiento integral de la persona y familia. Aquí encontrarán amigos y un ambiente para venir tal como eres tú.

Conexión 4 | Domingos 11:00-12:10 PM | Edificio “Family Center”–Cuarto B2.95Tipo de personas: Adultos de todas las edades | Adultos solterosLíderes--Ricardo SaraviaEste es un grupo específico para personas en una etapa de su vida de soltería. Juntos se apoyan, estudian la Palabra y crecen en su caminar con Dios.

La Conexión (General)  | Miércoles 7:00 PM | La CapillaTiempos de adoración, tiempos de conexión con otras personas en un ambiente casual donde tendremos la oportunidad de aprender, compartir y crecer juntos en principios bíblicos que cambiarán nuestras vidas. Hay algo para toda la familia, niños, jóvenes y adultos, ¡Todos son bienvenidos!

bíblica y práctica.

Conexión 5 (Fundamentos)

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EN ESPANOL

Fundamentos 1 | Domingos 11:00 AM | La Capilla - Salón 109Tipo de personas: Adultos de todas las edades | Adultos Nuevos CreyentesLíderes—Juan & Maribel GomezEste es un grupo que te ayudará a entender los fundamentos de la vida cristiana, que es lo que creemos y porqué. Este grupo está diseñado para personas nuevas al cristianismo o personas que tienen tiempo de ser cristianos pero les gustaría aprender, recordar las enseñanzas básicas de ser cristianos y así tener fundamentos sólidos en su caminar con Dios.

Fundamentos 3 | Domingos 11:00 AM |La Capilla - Salón 110 Tipo de personas: Adultos de todas las edades | Adultos Nuevos CreyentesLíderes—TBAEste es el último modulo de fundamentos de la vida cristiana, que es lo que creemos y porqué. Este grupo está diseñado para personas nuevas al cristianismo o personas que tienen tiempo de ser cristianos pero les gustaría aprender, recordar las enseñanzas básicas de ser cristianos y así tener fundamentos sólidos en su caminar con Dios. Recomendamos que tome la clase de Fundamentos 2 antes de ser parte de Fundamentos 3

Fundamentos 2 | Domingos 11:00 AM | La Capilla - Salón 114Tipo de personas: Adultos de todas las edades | Adultos Nuevos CreyentesLíderes—Victor & Fatima BetancourtEsta es la continuación de fundamentos de la vida cristiana, que es lo que creemos y porqué. Este grupo está diseñado para personas nuevas al cristianismo o personas que tienen tiempo de ser cristianos pero les gustaría aprender, recordar las enseñanzas básicas de ser cristianos y así tener fundamentos sólidos en su caminar con Dios. Recomendamos que tome la clase de Fundamentos 1 antes de ser parte de Fundamentos 2.

Where Do My Kids Go?At Sugar Creek, your children are very important to us. Providing a safe, secure and fun environment where they can learn about God is our highest priority — and we know that getting them to the right place on Sunday is your highest priority.

Children’s MinistryBirth through PreKWhen you bring a child birth through pre-kindergarten on Sunday morning, you can be sure your child will receive loving care. In addition, age-appropriate Bible lessons are taught in fun and meaningful ways for toddlers through pre-K. The bright “under-the-sea” décor of the fi st floorof the Family Center building is just right for your little ones. Every preschool parent receives a vibrating pager at check-in so we can reach you if your child should need you.

Kindergarten – Grade 5Kindergarten through 3rd grade children will love The Worship Zone theme of the second floor f the Family Center. 4th – 5th Grade Bible Fellowship happens in “The River”, the very cool area on the third floor f the Family Center.  To find their cla ses, visit the Welcome Center in the Commons area or the Children’s desk just past the Cafe.

Attending Worship TogetherFamilies have a choice! We encourage children in kindergarten and older to attend one of our main worship services together with their families or they may attend The Worship Zone from 11:00 to 12:15 p.m.

LYF Student MinistryGrades 6 – 12Hundreds of students gather every Sunday Morning at the LYF Center for LYF Connection at 9:30 am or 11 am. The LYF Center is located on the opposite side of the Southwest Freeway from the main church buildings. Continual shuttle service is provided to take your student to the LYF Center for LYF Connection and return them to the main campus afterward. To get them pointed in the right direction, simply visit our main Information Center in the Commons. Additional parking is available at the LYF Center, so you can ride the shuttle with your student!

CHILDREN/STUDENT MINISTRY

Pat Conner Minister to Children pconner@sugarcreek.net

Richy FisherPastor of Student Ministries rfisher@sugarcreek.net

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