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God Hasn't Been Quarantined

Don't do nothing just because you can’t do everything. -- Bob Pierce


We may feel like we are at a standstill. In a way, we are. But God is not at a standstill. A standstill is a situation or condition in which there is no movement or activity at all.


Is it Monday, is it Friday? Not sure? You are in quarantine.

Where are you quarantining? Are you at home, with relatives, or somewhere else? Wherever you were on March 13, you can relate to the beginning of a season of a loss of control.In the season of trying to stay safe and protected, we could feel like we are not doing anything, we may feel like we are not moving forward. But guess what? God is still working in our lives, even when we think nothing is happening.

We are all alone in this together.

What can we really do in the midst of this crazy time?

We can choose to actively love others. Wait a minute! There may be no one around us to actually show love to!

Those who are hardest to love need it the most. — Socrates

We are reminded in 1 Corinthians the apostle Pauls’s definition of love:

4 Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. 5 It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. 6 Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. 7 It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. - 1 Corinthians 13:4-7

For the people closest to us, we can show patience, forgiveness, and encouragement. We can make a call and say hello, we can ask our neighbor how they are doing.

What are some ways we can show love to others during a time of crisis? Consider that your actions are helping love others into a relationship with Jesus.


  • Try to make someone’s life better today. It might not be something that others will notice, but God notices everything you do. I often pick up trash along my walk with my dog, Olive.I do it safely, and I know I leave the area looking a lot better.
  • God is up to something with people, whether we can see that or not. We need to have patience with everyone we connect with.

Ideas for Outreach During Crisis

Notes of love and appreciation to neighbors

  • A gift of a word of encouragement can mean a lot.

Crazy Times Survival Kit

  • Travel-sized tissues
  • Lip balm
  • 1 oz. size sanitizing lotion

Give Gift Cards to Local Eateries

Share Homemade Cookies with Your Neighbors


Prayer Walk in Your Neighborhood

  • Pray for peace, favor and for people to know that God hasn’t forgotten them. God will give you ideas for showing love in practical, safe ways.

Invite people to safe family events, movie nights, and outdoor worship services at Granite Creek.

God comes near when we live as pipelines of His kindness. Not only do those we reach out to in practical ways change, but also we are changed as we shift our focus onto others.


By Pastor Janie Sjogren


Pastor Janie Sjogren
Community Pastor
909 625-4455 

    Pastor Janie Sjogren

    Community Pastor
    909 625-4455 |

    For over 30 years, Pastor Janie Sjogren and her husband, Steve, have been involved with church planting, training and encouraging outward-focused churches, with a strong emphasis on small groups, relationship building, and showing God’s love in practical ways to all kinds of people.

    Janie has a passion for every person stepping into all that God has for them, and sees life-giving churches such as Granite Creek to be a vital part of that process.

    Janie is a graduate of Sonoma State University (California). Janie and Steve are co-authors of 101 Ways to Help People in Need (NavPress). Janie and Steve have three grown children.

    Tuesday, 2/7 at 7:00 PM
    Women's Tuesday Night Bible Study
    Wednesday, 2/8 at 6:30 PM
    Chosen Watch Party at GCCC & Online
    Friday, 2/10 at 9:30 AM
    Women's Bible Study on Fridays
    Saturday, 2/11 at 7:30 AM
    Men's Saturday Bible Study
    Saturday, 2/11 at 8:30 AM
    Men's Group at FOODBANK
    Sunday, 2/12 at 10:00 AM
    SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE
    Tuesday, 2/14 at 7:00 PM
    Women's Tuesday Night Bible Study
    Wednesday, 2/15 at 6:30 PM
    Chosen Watch Party at GCCC & Online

    Women's Tuesday Night Bible Study

    Tuesday, February 7, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM


    In View Of God's Mercies by Courtney Doctor 
     
    In this 9-session study, walk through the Book of Romans, focusing on specific passages to discover that salvation doesn't just change your eternal future; it changes your present reality.

    Sorry, no child care available. REGISTER ONLINE. Book available for purchase at Lifeway or Amazon


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    Chosen Watch Party at GCCC & Online

    Wednesday, February 8, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

    Live streaming on Facebook, Granite Creek Community Church.

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    Women's Bible Study on Fridays

    Friday, February 10, 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

    LIVE DEEPLY by Lenya Heitzig and Penny Rose
     
    Dig deeper into the meaning of Jesus’ parables to uncover their important meaning for your walk with Christ. Designed with today’s busy woman in mind, each lesson can be completed in as little as
    20 minutes per day, but leave you with a lifetime of valuable insights.
    Book cost $15 | Sorry, no child care. | REGISTER ONLINE.


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    Men's Saturday Bible Study

    Saturday, February 11, 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

    Meeting a Granite Creek on Saturdays, EXCEPT on 2nd Saturday of the month, meet at 8:30 am Food Bank to help in Upland, 1200 N. Campus Ave.

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    Men's Group at FOODBANK

    Saturday, February 11, 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM

    The Saturday Morning Men's Bible Study Group will serve together at the FOOD BANK on the second Saturday of each month. The men will meet at the Food Bank at 8:30 am and finish at the Food Bank at approximately 10:30 - 11:00 am. Food Bank is located at 1200 N Campus Ave, in Upland.

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    SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE

    Sunday, February 12, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

    Includes Kids Ministry (K-5th Grade upstairs) and Preschool/Nursery Classes (downstairs). No registration needed for Sunday Service! Go to www.granitecreek.org or Facebook for online live feed.

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    Women's Tuesday Night Bible Study

    Tuesday, February 14, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM


    In View Of God's Mercies by Courtney Doctor 
     
    In this 9-session study, walk through the Book of Romans, focusing on specific passages to discover that salvation doesn't just change your eternal future; it changes your present reality.

    Sorry, no child care available. REGISTER ONLINE. Book available for purchase at Lifeway or Amazon


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    Chosen Watch Party at GCCC & Online

    Wednesday, February 15, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

    Live streaming on Facebook, Granite Creek Community Church.

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    Welcome Children Youth College Family / Adult

    Granite Creek Community Church (GCCC) is a Spirit-filled church in the college town of Claremont, CA where it's all about relationship, not religion. Come celebrate with us Sunday mornings at 9:00 am & 11:00 am and at Sunday Night 6:30 - 7:30 pm.

    In addition to three Sunday Services, we offer classes, small groups, training, youth opportunities, college groups, and various seasonal events throughout the year.

    Get to Know Us

    At Granite Creek, kids are a priority. One of our values is to see kids grow up to become everything God created them to be as they develop a personal faith and relationship with Christ in a safe and loving environment. We partner with parents to provide experiences that will meet their child's mental, emotional and spiritual needs, so that their children will become fully devoted followers of Christ.

    More About Children's Programs

    GCY is a ministry designed for 7th through 12th graders, to help students engage in a dynamic relationship with Jesus Christ, to experience God in a true and relevant way, while in a relational, safe, and relaxed environment. To show every student that God loves them and has an amazing plan for their lives. We know youth have real struggles, and it is our desire that each student know our team is genuinely there to listen, pray and care for them.

    Granite Creek Youth

    FIDELIS is the college and young adult group at Granite Creek Community Church! We're excited to encourage leadership for the next generation! Statistics show that we are losing a generation in the church (18-30 year olds) and at FIDELIS we aim to strengthen and support this generation as they define their faith walk and work through issues unique to them.

    We are people-driven church, not program driven. Ministries exist to meet the spiritual, emotional, physical, and psychological needs of people. But, they also provide opportunities for members to grow in maturity in Christ through giving to others. GCCC ministries provide opportunities for you to serve others and actively pursue fulfilling God's purposes for your life.

    Thank you for joining us in what God is doing at Granite Creek Community Church!

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