Pastor Bart & Elizabeth Blair
Bart and Elizabeth are the parents of three children. They have been married for 23 years. Their heart is to live and serve in a way that people see how their personal relationship with Jesus has helped them overcome great difficulties and yet remain filled with joy and hope.
Bart is ordained in the Charis Fellowship of Churches. He has served as a pastor in two previous church plants. He also serves as a coach and consultant for churches in the areas of revitalization and digital outreach and marketing.
Church Planters
David Watson
Married to Taylor: 9 years
Children: Tatum (8), Teagan (5), Ruth (6 Months)
Ministry: High School sweethearts, David and Taylor Watson grew up in Ohio and have spent the past several years serving at Bellefontaine Grace Church. Taylor has served on staff as the Operations Coordinator and David as a Pastoral Resident.
Relocation to Texas: The Watsons are eagerly planning to relocate to Texas in February or March of 2025. They are in the process of selling their home in Ohio and find a suitable home in Lavon, TX.
More Info: David is currently enrolled at Grace Seminary working to complete a Master of Local Church Ministry. He wears Carhartt clothing exclusively, and though his wardrobe may not be sophisticated, his palate for finely roasted coffee certainly is. Taylor is the air-traffic controller of the family, keeping all things organized and moving the the right direction.
Lead Pastor
Meet Pastor David Watson
In this video, Pastor David shares his journey of faith, how he became a follower of Jesus and the steps that led to him joining the team at Bear Creek Community Church in Lavon, TX.
Board of Elders
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Bart Blair
PASTOR
Bart serves Bear Creek as the Lead Church Planter and Community Pastor.
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Jason Kanapkey
ELDER
Jason lives with his family in McKinney, TX. He serves as the Regional Director for HOPE Coffee.
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Brandon Hixon
ELDER
Brandon serves as the Worship Pastor at Tabernacle Baptist Church in Ennis, TX.
Biblical Truth
We seek to understand the intent of each biblical writer by using grammatical, historical, and contextual principles of interpretation, focused on Christ, led by the Holy Spirit, and oriented by grace.
We accept the absolute authority of the Bible rather than that of creeds, traditions, or leaders.
We commit to an ongoing study, understanding and application of God’s unchanging truth in our constantly changing world, whether personal, social or cultural.
We affirm that true believers put their trust in Jesus Christ and are kept forever in the saving grace of God through His promises and His power. Every believer has been eternally justified, blessed with all spiritual blessings, and set free from all condemnation.
We affirm that Jesus Christ gave the ordinances of baptism and communion to the church.
Commitments & Theology
Biblical Relationships
We affirm that the Triune God serves as the perfect and ultimate model for human relationships. As a result, each person has equal value yet different roles, which are expressed in loving unity.
We affirm that differences in gifts and ministries are a manifestation of the multifaceted grace of God. As a result, we encourage all believers to use their gifts in ways that promote the unity, growth and ministry of the local church.
We affirm our obligation to love and respect one another, and to practice the ‘one another’ exhortations. As a result, we commit to work together and to resolve our differences, for the good of individuals, churches and communities.
We affirm the responsibility of local churches to govern their own affairs while urging those churches to live and serve in community and interdependency with other churches.
Biblical Missions
We affirm that God’s plan for this age is best summarized in Jesus’ command to make disciples of all nations. This includes the evangelistic call to reconciliation with God by means of the completed work of Christ and the lifelong pursuit of obedience to God by means of the ongoing work of the Holy Spirit.
We affirm that God’s plan for this age includes the recognition, training and releasing of spiritually qualified and appropriately trained leaders. While the specific gifts, abilities and responsibilities of leaders may vary, all leaders must serve as servants of God, shepherds of God’s people and stewards of God’s resources.
We affirm that God’s plan for this age is most fully expressed through establishing healthy churches. Although practices may vary between cultures, healthy local churches are comprised of believers in Christ who assume a mutual commitment to worship, learning, service, prayer and witness.
Bear Creek Community Church is a part of the Charis Fellowship of Churches.
The church planting process is being guided by Assist Church Expansion, a National Organization of the Charis Fellowship
Where do you have church services?
We currently hold a Sunday morning worship gathering at the home of Bart and Elizabeth Blair. Click here to learn more.
FAQs
When will you start having services?
Our current plan is to meet in homes and other flexible environments until a public venue is needed. As of 2024, we meet twice per month in Bart and Elizabeth Blair’s home in Lavon. We will eventually move to a weekly public worship venue, but the time of that is not yet determined.
How can you be a church if you don’t have public services?
While it is our eventual goal to launch a weekly, public service, we stand by the conviction that what makes a church is not a service, but our commitment to a few biblical practices; learning from the Bible together, worship, fellowship and loving our neighbors towards Jesus.
Are children welcome?
We absolutely welcome you and your children to be part of our gatherings. At this time, we have family integrated worship, which means the little folks hang out with the big folks. We will adjust our ministry programming to accommoate smaller children as we are able.
Are donations tax deductible?
Yes. If you give through our church planting partner, Assist Church Expansion, your gifts qualify as charitable donations. You will receive a receipt for your taxes.
How can I get involved?
Use the form below to send us a message. We’d love to chat with you about how you can fit into our community.
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(833) 528-0579