About Us

FAQ

WHAT TO EXPECT:

You can expect to be warmly welcomed, and you can expect to be challenged to grow in your relationship with Jesus. Creekside is an exciting and growing church. Come expecting the God of all creation to change you forever! Below are some commonly asked questions about our church.

WHAT WE BELIEVE:

What we believe matters, and Creekside has firm convictions. We are a conservative Southern Baptist church. We believe that the Bible is authoritative and sufficient for all matters of faith and practice. We believe that Jesus Christ is God’s Son who died and rose again to make a way for sinful people to have an eternal relationship with the Heavenly Father. We believe that the church is God’s chosen instrument to make Christ known in this broken world. We believe that someday Jesus will return to this earth for His people to be with His people forever.

As a cooperating Southern Baptist Church, we affirm the Baptist Faith and Message 2000 as our statement of faith.

You can read more about our beliefs here.

FREQUENTY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • At Creekside church, the safety of every child is a top priority, and we take several intentional steps to ensure a secure environment in our kids ministry, including volunteer screening and training, secure check-in and check-out procedures, and classroom visibility

  • Our church services are welcoming, engaging, and centered on Jesus. We blend modern worship music with practical, Bible-based teaching that speaks to everyday life. Services usually last about an hour and include live worship led by a band, prayer, Scripture reading, and a message from one of our pastors.

    We strive to create a friendly and casual atmosphere where everyone—whether you're exploring faith or have been following Jesus for years—can feel at home and take their next step with God. Children and students have age-specific programs during the service, so the whole family can grow in their faith together.

  • You can come as you are. We welcome whatever clothing you feel comfortable in. Jeans are great and so is a suit.

  • We have Kids Church for all kids birth through 5th grade. Please visit our Creekside Kids page to learn more.

    Students in 6th-12th grade are invited to sit in the service with their family and then enjoy Creekside Student Ministry on Sunday nights, 6-8pm. For more information about CSM, visit out Students page.

  • Arriving 5-10 minutes early will ensure you get a great seat, are able to grab a cup of coffee, and meet someone new or check in with a friend.

David Barton

Lead Pastor, Elder

David and his wife, Ashley, moved to the Charleston area in August 2015. They grew up in the Aiken area of South Carolina. David and Ashley have a son, Maverick, and a daughter, Madeleine. His role is to be the visionary and mission pastor of the church. He is responsible for leading in the launch effort, building a team of leaders, and planning for corporate missions. Pastor David enjoys Gamecock Football, WWE, and anything competitive.

Jake Smith

Discipleship Pastor

Jake and his wife, Brooke, came to the Charleston area in late 2022 from the central valley of California. He graduated with a B.A. in Biblical Studies with an emphasis in Intercultural Studies and a minor in Biblical Hebrew.
Jake loves spending time with friends and family, drinking coffee, and anything Star Wars. More importantly, Jake’s passion is to see every age and stage come to know and love Jesus and see that relationship shape every aspect of their lives!

Alex Jacob

Creative Arts Director

Alex and his wife, Cassidy, met at Charleston Southern University in 2019 where he graduated with a B.A. in Christian Studies with a minor in Music and Worship Leadership. Alex loves writing and making music, baseball, and the beach. Alex’s desire is to teach people how to be worshippers of Jesus in every aspect of life and to equip them to use their God-given talents to glorify Him!

Dinah Taylor

Student Ministry Intern

David Lewis

Missional Strategist

David and his beloved wife, Kaitlyn, have lived in Goose Creek since 2010. They have four delightful kiddos - Emmalyn, Elijiah, Ethan and Ellanor - and a Corgi pup named Winston. They long to see every people group gathering to celebrate the Good News of King Jesus througout Goose Creek and the globe. David enjoys experiencing the world with his family, exploring the depths of the scriptures, and escaping to quiet places.

Taylor Baena

Kids Director

Taylor earned her B.S. in Biochemistry from Charleston Southern University in 2018 but soon felt God calling her into ministry. She met her husband, Angel, while serving at church, and they fell in love as they served side by side. Together, they are committed to sharing God’s love and building up the next generation. Taylor is known for her creativity, joyful energy, and deep desire to help children grow in their understanding of God’s love. She loves spending time with friends and family, a good cup of coffee, and baking.

Jennifer Tyler

Financial Coordinator

Jennifer and her husband, Logan, grew up in the Goose Creek area. She graduated with a B.A. in Christian Studies. Jennifer and Logan have 2 sons, Noah and Levi, and a daughter, Lily. She enjoys spending time with friends and family and loves a good cup of coffee! Jenn has a heart for Goose Creek and the surrounding area to know Jesus.