WHAT'S HAPPENING AT BEAR CREEK


  • Christmas Eve Services, Dec 24

    4:45 Family Candlelight

    7 candlelight

    Join us on the night we commemorate the birth of Jesus and the hope of nations. At 4:45pm we will have a family candlelight service specially designed to engage the younglings and adults. At 7pm, we will host a traditional candlelight service with carols, telling of the nativity story, and more. 

  • Las Posadas Family Christmas Festival

    Sun, Dec 7, 4-6pm

    Caroling, food, movement, crafts, fun, fellowship - it's all here! Join us for this celebration of cultures as we tell the story of Jesus' birth through activity and delicious foods from various cultures. 

  • Longest Night

    Tue, Dec 16 @ 11:30am

    When the dream feels like it's hidden - lost, broken, or shrouded by grief - bring your sorrow here to be held with compassion and solidarity. 

  • Mystery at Christmas Manor

    Children's christmas musical

    Sun, Dec 21 @ 11:15am

    Come see the kids of Bear Creek perform this fun Christmas pageant on Sunday, Dec 21 after worship. 

ONGOING OPPORTUNITIES

  • Camp summit Sundays

    monthly on the 1st sunday @ 11:15-1

    This special monthly activity for kids is fun for grades K-5! Kids split up by age, and enjoy age-appropriate crafts, games, lunch, and time with friends! Bring a friend! Starts up again Sep 7!

  • Youth Summit

    twice monthly on the 2nd and 4th sundays, 11:15-1pm

    Hey 6-12th graders, this is YOUR time for fun, games, activities, stories, FOOD, and hanging with friends! Join us each 2nd and 4th SUNDAYs of the month, from 11:15-1pm for Youth Summit.

  • Women at the Well

    Weekly on Tuesdays @ 10am

    A group for women of all ages, focusing on Bible study and relationship-building. Every Tuesday at 10am. We ARE meeting through the summer.

  • Going Deeper

    Weekly on Sundays @ 11:15am

    Each Sunday after worship, we go deeper on the topic of the day. No prep required, just come and share your thoughts! We learn best together.


    GOING DEEPER will resume Sep 7. 


  • Book Club

    Monthly on second tuesdays @ 6pm

    Join us for a lively discussion of a wide array of books -- fiction and non-fiction, fun and educational -- each month. Contact Connie for information on this month's topic! 

  • Bear Creek Men

    Monthly on second Tuesdays @ 7pm

    Come for casual hangout and food! This rotates around different guys' homes so contact Doug Shirley or Andrew Walsh for location. 

  • Bear Creek Choir

    Weekly on Wednesdays @ 7pm

    Love to sing? Join the Bear Creek Choir! You don't have to be a trained musician - just have a heart to share music in worship! Rehearsals are Wed @ 7pm each week, and begin Sep 3. 

WAYS TO SERVE AND GIVE BACK

  • Help settle refugee family

    Bear Creek is supporting a family of 10 who have come to the United States fleeing persecution. We are currently assisting them in setting up their new home. To support them, check out this Amazon Wishlist. 

  • Bring a dish for safe parking

    We regularly provide meals for the families living in their cars at Safe Parking @ LWUMC.


    Any questions or if you are interested in providing a meal in the future, please contact Betsy McClelland

  • Join a Serve Team!

    Bear Creek runs on volunteers!

    If you're looking for a way to get involved, join a serve team on Sunday mornings. Reach out to Sonya G or the church office to find out where you might fit! You can complete a contact form here.

CURRENT SERMON SERIES

  • Will to Dream

    Throughout December, we will be looking at the Will to Dream. The advent story takes us through the many shapes and sizes of dreams, and introduces us to people who dream of a better future and cling to hope despite desperate circumstances.