Rocky Creek Kids

Gracie Bowers joined us in 2023 after completing her education at North Greenville University. She currently serves as our Family Ministry Assistant, where she organizes events, coordinates with various ministry areas, and provides administrative support. Gracie also collaborates closely with our media team, enhancing our Family Team content to ensure it is both engaging and helpful.

Gracie holds a degree in Studio Art with concentrations in Graphic Design and Photography and is currently pursuing a Master’s in Business Administration from North Greenville University. Her journey with us began during her college years when she started visiting Rocky Creek. She later joined our team as an intern, allowing her to explore her passions and affirm her call to ministry.

While deeply committed to serving alongside our Family Ministry Team, Gracie also works collaboratively with our staff to enhance, engage, and grow our church community.

Outside of her ministry work, Gracie enjoys reading a good book, losing at pickleball, and drinking Dr. Pepper. If you're interested in serving in any of our Family Ministry areas, please reach out. She would love to help you discover a life-changing opportunity!

Karmen began attending Rocky Creek in 2018 with her husband Chris and their four daughters.  After serving for a year as the Family Ministry Assistant and working as the Preschool Director for a year, Karmen accepted the opportunity to begin leading the Kid’s Ministry. She has a heart for teaching kids the Word and working alongside 1st-5th graders and their parents to help them see their need for a Savior and to foster discipleship in the home.  

Karmen graduated from Auburn University with a degree in Elementary Education. After teaching public school for several years as a 5th grade and 6th grade teacher, God opened the door for Karmen to step down from teaching to be home with her children. During her years at home, Karmen continued teaching in the church plant her family was part of and felt God’s call to use her gift of teaching children in a greater way in the church.

When she is not at Rocky Creek, Karmen enjoys relaxing with her family, traveling, watching her children on the golf course and soccer fields, and participating in all of their other adventures! If you have any questions about the children’s ministry or milestones for children at Rocky Creek, Karmen is your go-to for answers.

Nikki began her serving as the Preschool Coordinator in July 2024.  Nikki, her husband, and two children have been members of Rocky Creek since 2022. Having worked in daycares, schools, and volunteering at church camps, Nikki has always been involved with teaching children. She has a heart for young parents and helping those parents navigate the anxieties of the early years through living completely open-handed with the Lord.

Nikki graduated from USC-Upstate with a degree in Elementary Education.  She taught in public school and private school for many years.

When she has the chance, Nikki loves to spend her time on the water. At the lake paddleboarding on a kayak, or riding on a boat is her favorite way to spend a day. She also enjoys hiking, reading, and trying new restaurants.

Connect with Nikki or if you have questions about our preschool ministry!