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On April 7th we will be joined by very
also begin a brand new sermon series
special guest, Bishop Oleg, from the
called, The Distance. This is a series that
Republic of Georgia. Many of you know
EVERYONE needs to hear! It’s all about
the ongoing partnership we have had
the race that each of us is running with
throughout the years with him, and
Christ, and the importance of finishing
we are once again honored that he will
strong! Again, its going to be a great
be sharing his heart in the morning
month! We’ll see you here!
services that day! I love being your pastor, Welcome to April, Bridge Family!
Also, Easter season is here! I want to
Jim & Linda
encourage you to begin praying for It’s going to be a great month here at The
all of the services and outreaches
Bridge and we are so happy that each of
happening this month! Not only do we
your will get to be part of it all!
have our annual community Easter egg hunt on Saturday the 20th, but we will
Experiences SUNDAYS
MIDWEEK
at 7:00PM
TRADITIONAL
TRADITIONAL 8:15AM
This experience offers a variety of hymns and messages from Kenneth McGee in the Chapel.
This experience offers a variety of hymns and sacred songs.
MODERN 9:30AM
BRIDGE UNIVERSITY
This experience has a more laid-back atmosphere & guitar-driven worship.
Meet in the auditorium for worship, then we will break out to a variety of great classes. Class descriptions are on Page 9.
BLENDED 10:50AM This experience includes upbeat worship with a choir and orchestra.
EN ESPANOL
EN ESPANOL 10:30AM
This experience takes place in The Connection building and includes Spanish Worship and a message in Spanish from Pastor Kenny Garcia.
This experience takes place in The Connection building and includes Spanish Worship and a message in Spanish from Pastor Kenny Garcia. Children and Youth can take part in what is happening on our main campus.
AFTER-HOURS CONTACT INFORMATION In case of emergency please contact our church office at 405.376.4538 and our answering service will contact us accordingly.
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You can find it all in this
after the service. You will
a large church, the key to
kids’ experiences are
magazine, on our website, or
find someone to answer any
making friends and having
outstanding. Make sure
through our mobile app.
questions you may have
community is joining a small
your kids don’t miss out on
about our church.
group.
the amazing things we have going on just for them.
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Did you see what Jesus did NOT do? He did NOT retaliate.
Of all the scenes around the cross, this one angers me the most. What kind of people, I ask myself, would mock a dying
The dialogue that Friday morning was bitter.From the
man? Who would be so base as to pour the salt of scorn upon
onlookers, “Come down from the cross if you are the Son of
open wounds? How low and perverted to sneer at one who is
God!”
laced with pain…
From the religious leaders, “He saved others but he can’t save
The words thrown that day were meant to wound. And there
himself.”
is nothing more painful than words meant to hurt…
From the soldiers, “If you are the king of the Jews, save
If you have suffered or are suffering because of someone
yourself.”
else’s words, you’ll be glad to know that there is a balm for this laceration. Meditate on these words from 1 Peter 2:23
Bitter words. Acidic with sarcasm. Hateful. Irreverent. Wasn’t
(NIV): “When they hurled their insults at him, he did not
it enough that he was being crucified? Wasn’t it enough
retaliate; when he suffered, he made no threats. Instead, he
that he was being shamed as a criminal? Were the nails
entrusted himself to him who judges justly.”
insufficient? Was the crown of thorns too soft? Had the flogging been too short?
Did you see what Jesus did not do? He did not retaliate. He did not bite back. He did not say, “I’ll get you!” “Come on
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up here and say that to my face!” “Just wait until after the
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resurrection, buddy!” No, these statements were not found on
with pain, eyes blinded by his own blood, and lungs yearning
Christ’s lips.
for air, could speak on behalf of some heartless thugs is beyond my comprehension. Never, never have I seen such
Did you see what Jesus did do? He “entrusted himself to him
love. If ever a person deserved a shot at revenge, Jesus did.
who judges justly.” Or said more simply, he left the judging
But he didn’t take it. Instead he died for them. How could he
to God. He did not take on the task of seeking revenge. He
do it? I don’t know. But I do know that all of a sudden my
demanded no apology. He hired no bounty hunters and sent
wounds seem very painless. My grudges and hard feelings are
out no posse. He, to the astounding contrary, spoke on their
suddenly childish.
defense. “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.”? (Luke 23:34 NIV)…
Sometimes I wonder if we don’t see Christ’s love as much in the people he tolerated as in the pain he endured.
And when you think about it, they didn’t. They hadn’t the faintest idea what they were doing. They were a stir-crazy
Amazing Grace.
mob, mad at something they couldn’t see so they took it out on, of all people, God. But they didn’t know what they were doing. Yes, the dialogue that Friday morning was bitter. The verbal stones were meant to sting. How Jesus, with a body wracked
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Groups
SUNDAYS AT 10:50AM
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The goal of joining a group is growing in your walk with Jesus and surrounding yourself with people that can support you in taking your next steps. We believe life is better when you live in community. SUNDAYS AT 9:30AM
RM 201 KENNY MCGEE | 30s-50s How does God’s timeless word apply to us in real life? Let’s figure it out together! In this small group, find the support, friendships, encouragement, and biblical answers that you need to face all that life may bring your way.
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RM 105 KATHLEEN WILCOXSON | 30s-60s When you study scripture, you discover that the Word of God truly is living and active! So don’t miss this opportunity to join others in an indepth study of the Bible that will not only lead to great biblical discussions but will also educate and challenge you to pursue a deeper knowledge of Christ.
DOUG WYATT | YOUNG ADULTS There is no greater transition in life than the one that leads into adulthood. Join this discussion-based small group as we explore how to establish a biblical foundation to help you navigate that transition.
RM 104 KERRY & ROBBIE SHUCK | YOUNG MARRIEDS Starting off a new life together can be an amazing adventure! Join other young couples in this small group as we discover how to set our marriages and future families up for happiness, just as God designed.
RM 201 ERNIE EIDSON | YOUNG FAMILIES Finding balance in our marriages, families, and careers can be tough. Don’t do it alone! Come laugh, fellowship, and learn with us as we explore how God wants us to lead our marriages and families.
ROY PECK | 30s-50s Life can be unpredictable, but life can also be a blast! While the answers may not all be clear, we can definitely make sure you don’t have to go at it alone. Join us as we discuss how to navigate life as God intended, apply his Word every day, and make the most of every minute we have!
RM 100 KENNETH MCGEE | 50s & UP Jesus tells us that the Holy Spirit will be our counselor and our guide until He comes again. With that in mind, join this small group as we explore the Bible and discover what it means for us today and how we can rely on the Holy Spirit to guide us each day.
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RM 104
CHAPEL
BROOKE CARRUTH | WOMEN’S GROUP We say it all the time, “Connected people do life together.” Ladies, come join this small group designed just for you, and together we will discover how God fits into our busy lives.
ARNOLD & PHILLIPS | 40s-60s Belonging to a community of believers who care is vital to our spiritual lives. Join this discussion-based small group that encourages, challenges, and shows each other how to implement our faith in God in practical ways.
KEN ISOM | 50s & UP We believe that our Senior Adults are a vital part of our church! This small group provides an opportunity for our “Prime-Timers” (Senior Adults) to fellowship, worship with one another, and engage in biblical discussion.
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ROB MCCLURE | ALL AGES Join us as we go through the book “Love and Respect”. This group is for everyone! If you are happily married...in marraige crisis... just got engaged. We will learn how to stop the Crazy Cycle of conflict - initiate the Energizing Cycle of change - enjoy the Rewarded Cycle of new passion.
ED DAMRON | 40s-60s Faith moves mountains! We need to trust and believe that God is who He says He is and He can do what the Bible says He can do! Join us as we explore scripture and discover how to grow in Christ and learn to handle real-life issues with prayer and deeprooted faith in God.
RM205
ROB MCCLURE | ALL AGES We believe that scripture is incredibly relevant for our daily lives! Join with people of all ages and life stages to explore scripture verse by verse and discuss how to practically apply them to our lives.
RM100
RM204 BRIDGE STUDENTS Get connected in a weekly small group! This time is designed to help your students grow in spiritual disciplines.
NEW CLASSES
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TUESDAYS AT 9:30AM MOMS CLASS Come hang out and grow with other moms while we watch the little ones. You know...a vacation! RM100
LADIES’ BIBLE STUDY We are kicking off a brand new video-assisted series called “Beloved Disciple” by Beth Moore. RM104
PRIME TIMERS This is an opportunity for all of our senior adults to get out, have fun, learn, and fellowship with other seniors. RM105
THIRD SUNDAY AT 6:00PM DOUG WYATT | YOUNG ADULTS (405) 204-4569 / doug@thebridgeag.org
WEDNESDAYS AT 7:00PM
WRILEY & DAWN WEBSTER | NEWLYWEDS (405) 414-4119 / wriley@wearethebridge.church
NAMI SUPPORT GROUP
JOSH & HOLLY JACKSON | 20s-40s (W/ KIDS)
Every 1st & 3rd Week Are you the family, partner, or caregiver of an individual living with mental illness? Come find support and friendship with others in the same situation. We will discuss critical information and strategies related to caregiving. RM200
(405) 830-5878 / jjack540@cox.net
LUKE & ANDREA PURKEY | 20s-40s (W/ KIDS) (405) 317-4560 / andrea.purkey@gmail.com
JASON & MARGIE TIMM | 30s-50s (W/ KIDS & TEENS) (405) 613-4547 / mazawill@yahoo.com
LIVING FREE ADDICTION RECOVERY Come and let us help you on the road to overcoming addictions and breaking free from life-controlling issues. The End Zone.
MARK & DIANE LEBSACK | 30s-50s (W/ KIDS & TEENS) (405) 830-0059 / mdlebsack@yahoo.com
ROB & SHERRI MCCLURE | 30s-50s
BRIDGE UNIVERSITY
(405) 517-8635 / rob@thebridgeag.org
For the months of April & May we will be having Bridge U groups on a variety of topics. Check out page 8 for descriptions of each topics.
DONNELLY & GROVES | 30s-50s (405) 740-3631 / alidonnelly4@yahoo.com
ED & BRENDA DAMRON | 40s-60s (405) 823-7442 / brenda@brendadamron.com
KATHLEEN & LYNDEN WILCOXSON | ALL AGES (405) 820-2990 / kathleenwilcoxson@sbcglobal.net
KEN ISOM & KEN MCGEE | SENIOR ADULTS (405) 250-0619 / kenmcgee@thebridgeag.org Interest Based
BIKES & TRIKES | ROGER & RHONDA STEVENS (405) 830.0530 / stevensroger34@yahoo.com
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THE SUPERNATURAL POWER OF A TRANSFORMED MIND / RM200 We all believe in miracles, but many of us are not accessing the supernatural as a normal way of life. Is this you? In this class we will be discussing how you were designed to bring heaven to Earth and how it all starts with your thought life! “When your mind is transformed, heaven becomes more than a place you go to one day - becomes the supernatural power that you release wherever you go today!”
WORK AS WORSHIP / RM201 Work is where most of life happens! Some people hate work. Some people are energized by their work. No matter what job we might have and where we may work, we have each been given an incredible opportunity to become the hands and feet of Jesus to our co-workers and those near us. We don’t think about the reasons that God may have us at our job, but what if we did? Join us as we discuss how we each can connect our faith to our work.
ACT LIKE MEN / RM203 What society and church so desperately need are men who embrace all that God created them to be, who long to follow God without limits and meet the needs of those around them
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without hesitation. In this class, we will explore all that it means to be a man and how we can begin living that way!
FINANCIAL PEACE / RM100 Financial Peace is a proven program that will show you
YOUR IDENTITY / RM204
how to master budgeting, save for emergencies, pay off
Who are you? What are your strengths? What are your
debt, plan and invest for the future, and live and give
spiritual gifts? Perhaps you have had a feeling that God was
like no one else.
calling you to something more - something specific that is uniquely yours to offer! Join us and discover the unique life
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mission God has planned for you! Imagine the sense of pur-
Take a closer look with us at one of C.S. Lewis’ most popular
pose that will come with knowing what you’re on this earth
non-Narnia novels. This story, told through a series of letters,
to do!
uniquely reveals a timeless message (through two bizarre characters) about how we can identify and see the temp-
BATTLE PLAN FOR PRAYER / RM205
tations in our own lives more clearly and how to avoid the
The Battle Plan for Prayer begins with prayer’s core
snares of our enemy.
purpose, its biblical design, and its impact throughout history. We will be guided scripturally through the
WHAT WE BELIEVE / RM105
fundamentals of how effective prayer works, inspired
We all have questions! Questions about the Bible, questions
towards a closer, more intimate relationship with God,
about Christianity, the Assemblies of God, and even questions
and shown how to develop specific prayer strategies for
about what church is really about. This class is designed to
each area of life.
walk through and discuss, “what we believe!” Our hopes are that you can then confidently go and share with others what you have learned! Bring your questions and come join us for a great discussion of what we believe!
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SUNDAY NIGHTS
Happenings CORPORATE PRAYER
CONNECT 6 LUNCH
Tuesday at 9:00AM Join us every week as we come together for a time of corporate prayer in the Chapel.
Sunday, May 5 If you currently have a 5th grader that will be joining Bridge Students in the fall of 2019, come join us for a free lunch in The Venue following third service at 12:15PM. Visit our website or mobile app to get signed up!
EASTER EGG STUFFING AND VOLUNTEER MEETING
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Sunday, April 14 In the month of April instead of connect groups we are all coming together to help make this year’s Eggstravaganza the best yet! Come join us at 6:00PM out in The Venue to stuff 10,000 eggs with candy. We will also be holding a volunteer meeting so everyone can find the perfect place to serve the following weekend. We have dinner covered, so bring the whole family and join the fun!
EGGSTRAVAGANZA Saturday, April 20 Come join us for our annual Eggstravaganza on Saturday, April 20 at 10:00AM. There will be bounce houses, a petting zoo, face painting, prizes, and 10,000 eggs!
Bridge Kids BRIDGE KIDS EXPERIENCE Sundays at 8:15/9:30/10:50AM Join us every week for exciting worship, fun games, and biblical lessons!
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BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS Wednesdays at 7:00PM We offer fun-filled programs every week for boys (Royal Rangers) and girls (mPact) that help them grow with God.
HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR BANQUET Monday, May 13 In The Venue at 6:30PM we will have a banquet to honor our high school seniors. We will have three complimentary tickets available for your senior (this includes a ticket for the senior) and other tickets will be available for purchase for $10.00. For more information please contact kaisha@wearethebridge.church
Bridge Men MAN CAVE Thursday, April 11 We will have a grill going and will provide drinks. Bring something to cook or eat for yourself. This night we will have a saw mill set up and learn how one works and make some stuff. Happening in Bridge Students Parking Lot at 6:30PM.
MEN’S BREAKFAST Saturday, April 13 Come join us for a man-sized breakfast, great fellowship, and spend some time speaking into the lives of men who are currently incarcerated. Happening in The Venue at 7:30AM.
Bridge Women DESSERT BAR & TABLE TALK
OKC ZOO TRIP Thursday, May 23 School is out! Lets celebrate with a trip to the OKC Zoo. Cost is $15 and includes an Entrance Ticket, Lunch, The Sea Lion Show, and Nectar for Explorikeets Feeding Experience (Parents welcome at the same cost). We will be leaving the church at 9:00AM and returning at 3:30PM. You can signup and find the required medical release form via our website or mobile app. (pre registration is not required.)
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BRIDGE STUDENTS EXPERIENCE Wednesdays at 7:00PM Join us for our weekly service that your students do not want to miss. There is powerful worship, a life-impacting message, and a whole lot of fun!
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Thursday, April 18 Come join Bridge Women for a night of fun and discussion. Linda McNabb will be talking about how “You Are Enough”...just as you are. Happening in The Venue at 7:00PM
Bridge Seniors THE GATHERING Friday, April 26 We want to invite all senior adults to come join us for food, fellowship, and gospel singing. So come joins us for a lot of fun out in The Venue at 6:00PM.
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