Steven Gibbs

Force For Change

For those of you who make Stonecreek Church your home, thanks so much for your support over the past year.  Together we have been a force for change in the lives of so many.  We have boatloads of highlights – hundreds of baptisms, over 700 total Compassion Kids sponsored, local families helped through crisis, First Call ministry launched, marriages restored through intentional counseling, pastors and missionaries supported internationally, parents equipped and supported, partnerships with Wellspring Living and Hope For Guatemala – the list goes on!  

None of this could be possible without your investment in what God is doing.  Thanks so much. 

As the year draws to a close, we want to continue to focus on making disciples and moving disciples. Your year-end giving is always a catalyst as we strive to be a force for change.

We have made it easy for you to provide year-end giving to Stonecreek. Simply go to http://www.stonecreekchurch.org/extend-life/online-giving/ before midnight on December 31st and you can provide your tax-deductible gift.  Or, you can mail a check to:

 

Stonecreek Church

13540 Hwy 9 N

Milton, GA 30004

(Just make sure your envelope is post-marked on or before December 31st.)

Thanks again for all you’ve done to lead people to pursue life in Jesus as their greatest passion.  Looking forward to a great 2012!

 

The Day After

The day after Christmas can be a little depressing.  The run up to the holidays requires so much energy.  When the gifts are opened, there is nothing left to anticipate.  This can cause a case of the blahs.  However, there can be a different way out.  Rather than drift into the blahs, a different way would be to make some decisions.  Decide 2012 will be different.  But that is one general decision.  Make some specific decisions.  Do something different.  Act immediately.  Eat for energy.  Make a plan for your debt.

This year can be different.  But it will require some specific decisions.  

Merry Christmas

To say that Christmas is "busy" is the understatement of the year.  Don't forget to join us at Stonecreek Church on December 24 for one of four identical Candlelight Services at 1, 2:30, 4 or 5:30 p.m. For free tickets and information, visit www.stonecreekchurch.org.

Making A Difference

We were so blessed to have the crew from Wellspring Living with us on Sunday.  What a great team making a great difference!  We are so honored to partner with them as they see lives restored.  

Meet A Need

If you're looking to meet a need this Christmas, check our our website.  Pretty cool to see needs shared and meet them!

Christmas Eve

Can't believe Christmas Eve is almost here!  We'll address 2 questions I think most people ask.  God, where are you and when are you?  Get your tickets, they're moving fast.  

Dangerous People

The Bible is full of stories of dangerous people.  Not dangerous because they were reckless.  Dangerous because they did what God said and made a difference in the world.  This weekend we'll have an opportunity to hang out with one of my favorite dangerous poeple.  Mary Frances Bowley from Wellspring Living.  Check out this article.  

Staff Transitions

There are moments in serving with those we love that we must welcome the changes that God brings as He expands His Kingdom.  These moments require us to embrace God's movement in people's lives.  This is one of those moments.

Recently, Dustin Dozier shared with me that he and Sloan sensed God’s calling on their lives to a new ministry assignment. He has accepted the position of High School and College Pastor for Lifepoint Church in Smyrna, Tennessee, outside of Nashville. Dustin will continue to serve Stonecreek Students through the end of December, transitioning to his new place of ministry January 1, 2012.

Ken Murphy, Lead Pastor, has already begun meeting with Dustin and participating in our student environments to ensure a smooth transition. Please be in prayer for us as we begin our search for a new Student Pastor. We are fortunate to have quality leadership in Surge and Hydr8 and we will continue to serve students with the same passion and intentionality they experience every week. 

These words are from Dustin:

“Approximately six months ago, Sloan and I began to have a deep impression in our hearts that God was calling us to do something. For several months our prayer has been to be more attentive to God’s voice and to simply listen and obey.

As we navigated and carefully listened to what God wanted us to do, He lead us to Lifepoint Church outside of Nashville, TN. Through several confirming moments along this journey of obedience, we feel that God has called us to Lifepoint Church to continue impacting the next generation for Christ as their High School and College Pastor.

Sloan and I both wish we had words to adequately explain how grateful we are to each and every one of you.  Without your leadership, support and commitment, the Student Ministry would not be where it is today.  God is doing great things at Stonecreek! Your passion for students and investment in their lives will continue to impact generations to come.

We are incredibly thankful for your love, support and encouragement over the years, as well as the support and blessing of our Pastor and staff family. – Dustin” 

I am grateful for the season of ministry that I have had to serve as Dustin and Sloan’s Pastor, and am proud of the man I have seen him become. Please take time to write a note of appreciation expressing your gratitude for their ministry service, encouraging the Doziers in their new ministry assignment.

To honor the Dozier’s ministry service, The Student Ministry will be hosting parties on Sunday, December 18 at 9:30 a.m. for Middle School in Surge and 11 a.m. for High School in Hydr8. Notes of appreciation will be collected and given to the Doziers during these environments.