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Here are some things that we think are imperative to your journey here, as you explore what The Bridge has to offer you and your family.
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Need information? You can find it all in this magazine, on our website, or through our mobile app, “MyBridge.” You can get details on all upcoming events, sign up for classes, and much more!
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Stop by Starting Point after the service. Here you will find someone from our church who would like to meet you and answer any questions you may have about our church.
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In a large church, the key to making friends and having community is joining a small group. We know you’re busy, so we offer small groups on Sundays at 9:30 and 10:45AM to make the most of your time here.
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Our student’s and kid’s experiences are outstanding. Make sure your kids don’t miss out on the amazing things we have going on just for them.
WE WANT TO HELP YOU GET TO THE OTHER SIDE, SO CONNECT, GROW, AND SERVE WITH US. // Starting Point is located in the Lobby on the east side of the Worship Center
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IN CASE YOU DIDNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;T HEAR ABOUT WHAT GOD HAS BEEN DOING AT THE BRIDGEâ&#x20AC;Ś INNER CITY OUTREACH / SHOE BOXES On Sunday, December 6th, we packed out the Bridge Students building and together as a church, stuffed and wrapped hundreds of shoeboxes full of gifts for kids! All of this was to come along side the Inner City Church in Oklahoma City and partner with them for their annual outreach. On Saturday, December 12th those gifts were handed out along with a trailer full of bicycles! Thank you to all who gathered and collected gifts to give and to those who volunteered and served. With your help, this event a huge success!
CHRISTMAS MUSICAL Over 1000 friends and family members gathered to participate and watch this years annual Bridge Family Christmas Presentation. It was an extraordinary night of music and drama! We are a church blessed with incredible volunteers and talented people who were able to make this event a great evening!
THE BRIDGE OKC December has been an amazing month for our Bridge OKC campus. This month, the team at Bridge OKC has seen their largest attendance since launching in the spring. God is continuing to use this church plant to reach people for Christ and see lives changed! Please, keep praying that new doors would open for them in the coming year!
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We believe it is vital that everyone who comes through our doors feels welcomed, connected with God, and connected with great people to do life with! So here we have a ton of avenues available for you to be a part of: small groups, special events, volunteer teams and more. We want to create ample opportunities for you to build incredibly fun, healthy friendships as well as help you flourish in your relationship with God! Your life is valuable! Get yourself connected today!
SMALL GROUPS SUNDAYS / 9:30AM
Rm 201 Kenny McGee | 30s-50s How does God’s timeless word apply to us in real life? Lets 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.
Rm 203 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 it alone. Join us as we discuss how to navigate life as God intended, applying his Word everyday, and making the most of every minute we have!
Rm 104 Elaine Arnold | 40s-60s Belonging to a community of believers who care is vital to our spiritual lives. Join this discussion based small group, where our priority is creating a positive atmosphere that encourages and challenges one another, so that daily we may implement our faith in God in practical ways.
Rm 202 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 a we explore
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SUNDAYS / 10:45AM scripture and discover how to grow in Christ and learn to handle real life issues with prayer and deep rooted faith in God.
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 in depth study of the Bible that will not only lead to great Biblical discussions, but will also educate and challenge you to a pursue a deeper knowledge of, and maturity in, Christ.
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 daily rely on the Holy Spirit to guide us each day.
Chapel 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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Helen Grace | 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 and applies to our busy lives.
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 then discuss how to practically apply them to our lives.
SUNDAYS / 10:45AM
Rm 205 Cody Phillips | 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 Stephen Rosebrook | 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.
RM100 Erika Reddick | 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 and applies to our busy lives.
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PrimeTime Ken Isom | Rm 105 Hey senior adults here is an opportunity to get out of the house, have fun, and enjoy fellowship with other senior adults.
Mom’s Class Kathy McGee | Rm 100 Come hang out and grow with other mom’s while we watch your little ones! You know....a vacation.
Women’s Bible Study Carole Harrell | Rm 104 We are kicking off a brand new study in January and would love for you to join us!
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Men’s Bible Study Mike Brown Starting January 13
Bridge Kids Sundays at 8:15/9:30/10:45AM
Men come join us to grow together in being a better husband, father, brother, and son. This study and group discussion happens in RM100 at 7:00PM.
Women’s Bible Study Dorcas Schroeder Starting January 13 The Armor of God, more than merely a biblical description of the believer’s inventory, is an action plan for putting it on and developing a personalized strategy to secure Victory. Join us for this Priscilla Shirer video assisted teaching in RM105 at 7:00PM.
Blended Families Marc & Denise Hader Starting January 13 Come learn to recognize the unique personality and place of each family member, solve the everyday puzzles of stepparenting and stepchildren relationships, and learn communication skills to deal with ex-spouses. This group happens in RM102 at 7:00PM.
Living Free Addiction Recovery Wednesday’s at 7:15PM Come and let us help you on the road to overcoming addictions and breaking free from life controlling issues every Wednesday in The End Zone.
STARTING POINT Fresh Start Sunday, January 31 Have you recently started attending The Bridge? If so, we want to meet you. It will be offered at 9:30 & 10:45AM in RM102
Join us every week for exciting worship, fun games, and Biblical lessons!
Boys & Girls Clubs Wednesdays at 7:15PM We offer fun filled programs every week for boys (Royal Rangers) and girls (mPact) that help them grow with God.
BGMC Awards Night Friday, January 15 Come celebrate with us all our kids have accomplished through giving to BGMC. It’s going to be a fun and exciting time out in The Venue at 7:00PM. All others attending will be $5.
Girls Club “Super” Fun Night Saturday, January 30 Come dressed as your favorite superhero from 6:30 - 9:30PM out in The Venue. This is an event for the whole family with activities, food, a movie, and crafts.
Fun Arts Parent Meeting Sunday, January 31 If your child ages 8yrs thru 5th Grade is interested in being a part of Fun Arts join us at 5:30PM in RM105 for an informational meeting.
Parents Night Out Friday, February 12 Hey parents, looking for a night out? Drop your kids, ages birth 5th Grade, off with us and enjoy the evening off. From 6:30 til 10:00PM they will do activities and games for Valentines Day and enjoy a Ice Cream sundae bar! The cost is $15 for one child or $25 per family, and all proceeds are going towards BGMC and Student missions trips. Dinner is not provided. You must register online by February 5.
BGMC Dinner Wednesday, January 27
Beast Feast Tuesday, January 19
Looking for a way to grab a quick meal before service and support missions in the process? Join us for our BGMC Dinner out in The Venue at 6:00PM.
Come join us for a feast of beast! There will be giveaways, vendors, and fellowship to go along with the buffet of interesting things to eat. The cost is $10 for men and $5 for kids 12 and under and it happens out in The Venue. You don’t want to miss it.
STUDENTS Bridge Students Wednesdays at 7:15PM Join us for our weekly worship experience in the Bridge Students building.
Sunday Grow Groups Sundays at 10:45AM Get connected in a weekly small group! This time is designed to help your students grow in spiritual disciplines and have questions answered they are asking. 6th-7th Grade / RM200 8th-9th Grade / RM203 10-12th Grade / RM204
We Are Revival January 24-27 Students! Invite everyone you can find to our We Are Revival. This student revival is going to be life changing and a lot of fun. You don’t want to miss it!
Speed The Light Launch Saturday, January 23 Students, come hear about the power of missions around the world, and what is possible if we simply give. Following Launch we will be going to Elevation Trampoline Park. It is going to be a great time.
SENIORS Chili Supper Friday, January 8 We want all senior adults to come join us for a Chili Supper out in The Venue at 6:30PM. This is the perfect opportunity to enjoy fellowship with other senior adults.
Valentines Dinner Friday, February 12 You don’t want to miss our Valentine Dinner trip. We will be headed to Grill On The Hill in Capitol Hill for a great time of food and fellowship. Church vans will be leaving at 4:30PM.
CHURCH MEMBERS Year In Review Sunday, January 31 Join us on Sunday Night at 6:30PM as we take a look back on all the amazing things God did in 2015 and look forward to the future and what he is going to do. Our annual business meeting is held during this service, we would like for all church members to attend.
MEN Men’s Breakfast Saturday, January 9 Come join us for an amazing breakfast and a short devotional at 7:30AM out in The Venue.
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Nehemiah is an incredible book in the Bible! Often overlooked,
in the Persian palace, he was in fact much more than just a
you can find the book of Nehemiah sandwiched about midway
good construction worker. He was a godly man who carried
through the Old Testament. That said, as we begin this New
a burden for God and demonstrated courage, compassion for
Year, we want to take a closer look at the story of Nehemiah as
the oppressed, integrity, godliness, and selflessness. He was
we each are in the process of making new resolutions, setting
willing to give up the luxury and ease of the palace to help his
new goals, and perhaps even finding ourselves needing to
people. He challenges his countrymen to arise and rebuild the
establish a new foundation and rebuild from the previous year.
shattered walls. He carries the responsibilities not only for the construction but also for leadership over all the workers.
For those who may not know anything about Nehemiah, it
He was a dedicated layman who has the right priorities and is
is a book written in the Old Testament after the destruction
concerned for God’s work. As a result, in spite of opposition,
of the city of Jerusalem by the Babylonians and King
the walls and gates were rebuilt, restored and dedicated to God
Nebuchadnezzar. This king destroyed the city of Jerusalem
in only 52 days.
and the walls that surrounded that city, forcing the Israelites to become servants. For the people of Jerusalem, the destruction
Nehemiah is the historic account of the rebuilding of the walls
of the walls that surrounded their city meant that their lives
of Jerusalem. But Nehemiah did more than rebuild a wall. In
were now a chaotic mess, in ruins and in desperate need of
this book we also see the story of restoring a people from ruin
restoration.
and despair to a new walk with God. Jerusalem is not only an historic city that for centuries has been the center of the life of
Upon hearing the news, the bible says that Nehemiah, “sat
the nation of Israel, it is also a symbolic city.
down and wept.” Weeping is a strong emotion. His weeping
Jerusalem-in-ruins, therefore, is a picture of a life that has lost
was a sign of complete brokenness for the people back in
its defenses against attack and lies open to repeated hurt and
Jerusalem and the complete devastation they were now
misery. The book of Nehemiah reveals the way of recovery
faced with. The book of Nehemiah says he “sat down.” His life
from breakdown and ruin to a condition of peace, security,
stopped when he heard this horrible news. I imagine his head
restored order, and usefulness.
spinning, remembering a vibrant, strong, well established city, now in ruins. I imagine he felt as if the Jerusalem walls were
This month, consider reading with us through the book of
crashing down on him, right then and there.
Nehemiah and follow along as we are all challenged through
Have you ever been there? Have you ever known anyone
this month’s sermon series to take back control of our lives
who has been there? The walls of their own life, destroyed.
and partner with God as he helps and guides us to rebuilding,
The safety they once had, stripped away. The stability that
restoring, and renewing what we may have lost in the past. Its
had once surrounded them, now lay in a crumbled heap. The
going to be a great series!
security that they relied on, now non-existent and leaving them in fear. The things that they never thought would fade away, were gone. There are often seasons in our lives that the
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walls around us just seem to crumble before our eyes and leave
In addition to reading the book of Nehemiah, consider
us completely vulnerable and exposed.
exploring the book of Nehemiah further by accessing the great
Perhaps it is a financial crisis. A family breakdowns. Health
teachings that can be found on RIGHTNOWMEDIA.
concerns. Job problems or one of the many other life stresses.
Here are a few that you may find interesting: Nehemiah by Matt Chandler
It is in these times that we find ourselves in a desperate place.
The Life of Nehemiah by Marcus Goodloe
Do we allow the walls around us to just remain broken? Or do
Holy Ambition by Chip Ingram
we accept the call that God may be giving us, to rebuild and to
In The Gap by Wilfredo de Jesus
restore what has been destroyed.. This was the story of Nehemiah. After discovering that the walls of Jerusalem had been destroyed God called Nehemiah to help rebuilt and restore the walls of this great city. Nehemiah was a man who had a burden to rebuild the walls around Jerusalem and a willingness to do so. We find in the book of Nehemiah that while serving as cupbearer to the king THEBRIDGEAG.ORG / 9
WEEKLY SCHEDULE Traditional Worship Experience Sundays at 8:15AM
This experience offers a variety of hymns and sacred songs.
Modern Worship Experience Sundays at 9:30AM
This experience has a more laid back atmosphere & guitar driven worship.
Blended Worship Experience Sundays at 10:45AM
This experience includes upbeat worship with a choir and orchestra.
PM Worship Experience Sundays at 6:30PM
During this experience we come together as a whole to worship.
Hispanic Worship Experience Sundays at 10:30AM
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.
Wed. Traditional Worship Experience Wednesdays at 7:00PM
This experience offers a variety of hymns and messages from Kenneth McGee in the Chapel.
Drive Worship Experience Wednesdays at 7:00PM
This experience has a more laid back atmosphere & messages from Rob McClure in the Worship Center.
Wed. Hispanic Worship Experience Wednesdays at 7:00PM
This experience takes place in The Connection building and includes Spanish Worship and a message in Spanish from Pastor Kenny Garcia
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