about
us
Our mission is to be an
instrument of transformation.
Welcome to Stonecreek
Formed
We are formed by cultivating practices that center our daily lives around the presence of God. This means we place a strong emphasis on prayer. Every Wednesday, we pray together as a community, and we also have resources available to help you learn to connect with God through prayer.
Forged
We are forged into a new community that transcends culture, race and ethnicity through shared practices.
In community:
— Every voice matters
— Every culture is honored
— Every story is valued
This community culminates in heaven — where every tribe, tongue and nation worship Jesus.
Through community, we become one in Christ.
Reformed
We believe that God calls each of us to walk our own spiritual path. Each of us has been designed to accomplish God's work here on Earth in a unique way. Discovering who God has created us to be and walking the path He has for us is a major part of our spiritual development. This part of the circle of transformation is what God does in us before He does anything through us.
For
We are for people.
We serve locally and globally — not to be known for what we’re against, but for what we’re for.
We’re for:
— Reconciliation
— Biblical justice
— Upward mobility
— Community
— The nations of the world
Formed
We are formed by cultivating practices that center our daily lives around the presence of God. This means we place a strong emphasis on prayer. Every Wednesday, we pray together as a community, and we also have resources available to help you learn to connect with God through prayer.
We believe transformation isn’t just something that happens to us—it’s something God does through us. And it’s not a one-time moment. It’s a journey. A process. A way of life.
We call this the circle of transformation.
What is transformation?
We are formed by cultivating practices that center our daily lives around the presence of God.
We are forged into a new community that transcends culture, race, and ethnicity by practices that allow us to spend time together and learn from each other’s experiences. In community, every voice, every culture, every story matters. This new community reaches its culmination in heaven, where all people (every tribe, tongue, and nation) of the world worship Jesus. In practicing community, we become one in Christ.
We partner with others to address needs both locally and globally. As a church, we aim to be recognized not by what we oppose but by what we support.
We advocate for reconciliation, biblical justice, upward mobility, community, and outreach to the nations of the world.
We partner with others to serve needs locally and around the world. As a church, we don’t want to be known by what we’re against; we want to be known by what we’re for. We’re for reconciliation, biblical justice, creating upward mobility, community, and for the nations of the world.
We believe transformation isn’t just something that happens to us—it’s something God does through us. And it’s not a one-time moment. It’s a journey. A process. A way of life.
We call this the circle of transformation.
What is transformation?
We believe transformation isn’t just something that happens to us — it’s something God does through us. And it’s not a one-time moment. It’s a journey. A process. A way of life.
We call this the circle of transformation.
Formed
We are formed by cultivating practices that center our daily lives around the presence of God. This means we place a strong emphasis on prayer. Every Wednesday, we pray together as a community, and we also have resources available to help you learn to connect with God through prayer.
Values that define us
Personal Growth
We believe that personal growth is an ongoing journey of becoming more like Christ. Whether through prayer, learning or service, we encourage everyone to keep striving, evolving and deepening their faith.
Family Support
Family isn’t just about blood — it’s about the bonds we build in faith. We’re committed to supporting families of all shapes and sizes, helping them grow in love, strength and unity.
Hope and Emotional Healing
We believe in the power of hope and healing, both spiritually and emotionally. Through Jesus’ example, we provide a space where brokenness can be restored and hearts can find peace.
Community and Connection
Community is at the heart of everything we do. By building authentic connections, we foster a place where people feel seen, supported, and empowered to walk their faith journey together.
Diversity and Unity
Stonecreek embraces diversity as a reflection of God’s kingdom. We celebrate every background, culture, and story, knowing that living life together strengthens our collective faith and brings us closer to God’s vision for unity.
Service, Justice and Reconciliation
We believe that service is the heartbeat of our faith, justice is its call, and reconciliation is its purpose. We are committed to lifting up the vulnerable, fighting against injustice, and healing divisions through the love and grace of God.
Cultural Engagement
We are called to engage with culture, not retreat from it. We actively seek to understand and influence the world around us, bringing light and truth to every space we enter.
Our Team
Our Pastors
Our Pastors
Ricky and Shea Spindler grew up in southern Indiana, are high school sweethearts, and are graduates of North Central University. Ricky also holds a master's degree in organizational leadership from Indiana Wesleyan University. They have been at Stonecreek for more than 20 years and love being involved in the Champaign-Urbana community. They’ve been mentors and foster parents, and Ricky currently helps coach a soccer team. They love attending U of I sports events and spending time outdoors with their two daughters and two lab mixes.
Our Pastors
Our Pastors
Ricky and Shea Spindler grew up in southern Indiana, are high school sweethearts, and are graduates of North Central University. Ricky also holds a master's degree in organizational leadership from Indiana Wesleyan University. They have been at Stonecreek for more than 20 years and love being involved in the Champaign-Urbana community. They’ve been mentors and foster parents, and Ricky currently helps coach a soccer team. They love attending U of I sports events and spending time outdoors with their two daughters and two lab mixes.
Our Team
Esther Esekenyoi
Worship Director
Jacob Dilger
Next Gen: Youth
Meghanne Jones
Next Gen: Kids
Mya Dilger
Executive Assistant
Remi Obayemi
Office Administrator
Sabin Lubaga
Francophone Pastor
Terry Austria
Assistant Pastor
Marilyn Pansa
Resource Director