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PULSE REWIND 4
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 DIDN’T HEAR ABOUT WHAT GOD HAS BEEN DOING AT THE BRIDGE…
BRIDGE STUDENT MISSIONS TRIPS It’s been a busy summer already for our Students! At the beginning of June, Bridge Students took over 50 students to Arlington, TX and 20 students to Los Angeles, CA for a short term mission’s trip. Both trips were amazing opportunities for our students to serve and extend Christ’s love.
BRIDGE KIDS VBS This year’s Bridge Kids VBS was a huge success! By adopting an ancient Egyptian theme and teaching through the incredible stories of Joseph, over 350 kids were able to attend throughout the week and here how God is always faithful! A big “SHOUT OUT” to our church’s children’s ministry and volunteers for an incredible week for our kids!
BRIDGE STUDENTS YOUTH CAMP Once again, Spark, Oklahoma was invaded by over 200 of our church’s teenagers as they got the opportunity to attend this year’s youth camp! It was an amazing week of wild games, Frito pies, and powerful messages of God’s love for each of them! Thank you to each of you who supported through prayer our teenagers this week. And thanks to our youth ministry staff and volunteers who made this week possible!
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BABY DEDICATIONS
WATER BAPTISM
MEMBERSHIP
If you have a baby you would like to
If you have recently given your heart to
In our membership class, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll learn
have dedicated, you can go online or
the Lord or have rededicated your life
the vision and values of The Bridge.
open our mobile app to get signed up.
and want to be water baptized, there is
At the end of the class youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have an
We just need some basic information
a class we would like for you to attend.
opportunity to become a member.
about your child and a photo we can
On July 24 we will offer a class at
Membership Class is designed for
use at Family Night. Deadline for
9:30AM, 10:45AM, and 5:00PM in RM102.
16 year olds and up. This class is a
dedication sign-ups is July 17.
This class is a requirement for baptism.
requirement for membership. It will be offered on July 10 & 17 at 9:30 & 10:45AM in RM102.
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GET CONNECTED
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.
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.
TUESDAYS / 9:30AM
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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.
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.
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.
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 Beth Moore study on Daniel and would love for you to join us!
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KIDS
Living Free Addiction Recovery Wednesday’s at 7:00PM
Bridge Kids Sundays at 8:15/9:30/10:45AM
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.
Freedom Classes Wednesday’s at 7:00PM Starting July 20 We will be offering several classes this summer that deal with specific topics. These are open to everyone and would love for you to join us in RM105.
July 20 Hearing the Voice of God in an Unexpected Way
Join us every week for exciting worship, fun games, and Biblical lessons!
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.
BGMC Dinner Wednesday, July 27 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 5:30PM.
Linda McNabb
Bridge Kids Swim Night Thursday, July 28
July 27 Freedom from Religion
We want to invite all our Bridge Kids to join us at the Mustang Aquatic Center on Thursday, July 28 at 7:30PM. We are going to have a blast and stay cool in the middle of this heat wave. The cost is $5 and that includes snacks. If your child is 1st grade or younger they must be accompanied by an adult.
Doug Wyatt
August 3 Freedom from Anger Mike Brown
August 10 Intimacy With the Holy Spirit Terry Westfall
Corporate Prayer Sunday’s at 6:00PM Tuesday’s at 9:00AM
STUDENTS Summer Olympics Wednesday’s at 7:00PM July 6 thru August 3 Its time, once again, for the Summer Olympics. Each Wednesday night we are going to be having our own Olympics. This is going to be a fun time for students to connect with God and friends!
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
MEN Men’s Breakfast Saturday, July 9 Come join us for an amazing breakfast and a short devotional at 7:30AM out in The Venue. This is a great opportunity to come hang out with the guys.
SENIORS Road Trip Friday, July 15 We want all senior adults to come join us on Friday, July 15. We’ll be leaving the church on vans at 3:30PM to go to Pioneer Pies! If you are interested in going please RSVP Daleca at the church office. [405] 376-4538
Summer Sessions Tuesday, July 5 Monday, July 11, 18, 25 Summer can be a time where students have way too little to do and way too much time on their hands. We will meet in the youth building each Monday (except for July 4th will be moved to the 5th) at 10:00AM for a time of discipleship and prayer. After eating lunch together, we will work on different service projects together until 3:00PM. $5 for lunch.
Join us every week as we come together for a time of corporate prayer in the Chapel.
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THINGS GOD USES TO DEEPEN YOUR FAITH This month as we explore the topic of faith, you may begin thinking about people you have met whose great faith has inspired you. These are people who have dared to go beyond the banks of shallow faith. Their life may create a desire in you to deepen you own faith too. If you find yourself wanting to see your faith stretched and continue to mature, here are 5 things that God can use to deepen your faith.
PRACTICAL TEACHING When you sit under someone who explains the Bible in practical ways, your faith grows. It could be a Bible study leader, a mentor, or a pastor. A good and gifted teacher can help the Word come alive practically in your life. Who are those practical teachers in your life? How are they helping you deepen your faith? If you find yourself feeling that you don’t enough practical teaching in your life, let us encourage you to consider joining a Sunday Morning Small Group, Wednesday night growth group, or even begin using the free resource Right Now Media. For more information about Right Now Media visit the church website.
PRIVATE DISCIPLINES When you begin to practice the private disciplines of Bible
PERSONAL MINISTRY When you begin to serve others, whether it’s working as a greeter, helping at a homeless shelter, leading a small group or serving coffee to others, God will meet you at your point of service. Often we allow fears, our own doubts in our abilities, and even our time schedules to inhibit our ability to serve. However, by not serving, we severe a crucial artery in which God can use to deepen our faith. When we see how sharing his love to the people around us can change circumstance and lives, our faith is deepened as we are more in tune with the power of God. Perhaps now is the time to begin serving your church, community, and even your neighbors.
PIVOTAL CIRCUMSTANCES There are many moments, forks in the road, and valleys of decision in our lives. Moments when you have to choose whether to trust God or go your own way. When you choose to trust God in those pivotal circumstances, your faith in God will strengthen. C.S. Lewis writes, “God whispers to us in our pleasures, speaks in our conscience, but shouts in our pains: it is His megaphone to rouse a deaf world.” It is often easy to factor God out of our lives when things are good. Equally, it is difficult to factor him in when things aren’t good. It is in the pivotal circumstances that we must remember, God wants us to cling to him, and allow our faith to be deepened.
PROVIDENTIAL RELATIONSHIPS There are relationships that come into your life that, looking back, you would say were providential. That guy at work, that lady down the street, that grandmother who showed you what it meant to follow Christ. God regularly uses providential relationship to help our faith deepen. Think back, who has God brought into your life at crucial times? These kinds of relationships are pivotal in our spiritual development and needed to expand our faith to the depths God wants to lead us.
reading, prayer, fasting, tithing, etc., your faith will begin to deepen. As you trust God and develop strong habits, your faith strengthens. Since strong human relationships are held together through discipline and self-control, we should not be too surprised to discover that our relationship with God requires the element of discipline as well. After all, discipline is about routine. Every healthy relationship is held together partly by disciplined actions and routines. Regularly practicing these disciplines draws us into a closer, more intimate, more dependent relationship with our heavenly Father. As a result, we learn to trust him more, increasing our faith. Which of the disciplines listed above can you begin to more consistently do this week? 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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