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.
FROM YOUR
PASTOR
Summer is now in full swing!
Hopefully, you and your family have been
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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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making the most of the warm weather
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.
and longer days to break out of your typical routines, head out on vacations, and try capitalizing on the extra time you may have! No matter what this summer brings for you, we hope that you have an
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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.
incredible (and safe) time doing it! Don’t forget to visit the church’s website (www. thebridgeag.org) to catch up on the exciting events happening here too! There are great activities happening for all ages, and we want you and your family to be involved.
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We feel our student’s and kid’s experiences are some of the best around, so make sure your kids don’t miss out on the amazing things we have going on for them.
Also, this month we will begin a
new Sunday morning sermon series called “The Resistance.” The world we live in today often seems as though it’s pulling in a direction that is opposite of the Biblical values that we hold so close to our own lives. This summer we will explore how we as Christians, can embrace Biblical values and make a positive changes in our communities. By holding firm to our convictions and choosing to live like Christ, we can “resist” the current trends of our society and teach a better way. It’s going to be a great summer! Don’t miss a minute of it. We love being your Pastor,
Jim & Linda McNabb // Starting Point is located in the Lobby on the east side of the Worship Center
MISSIONS
Bridge Kids reach out to the Children of Laos
For almost 3 years, Abe and Jill Sobczak have been
dinners, has made it possible for our Kids to help kids around
serving as Assemblies of God missionaries in Laos, a poor
the world! In only two short months, our Bridge Kids were able
nation where less that 1% of the population is Christian. In
to raise $3,500 to provide these children who were at high risk
Laos, children can not attend local public school without the
of being kidnapped and sold into a life a slavery/trafficking.
required uniforms. Unfortunately, the poverty in Laos leaves
many children without the ability to afford these uniforms
and we are thrilled with the involvement that our kids and
which means that many of them stay on streets where they’re
youth play in helping spread the message of Christ everywhere!
vulnerable to malnutrition and child trafficking. The Sobczaks
Next up for Bridge Kids: July and August through BGMC they
direct a Life Center in Laos, where they sponsor annually 100
will be raising funds to help build fresh water wells in Africa.
children who are able to receive school uniforms, backpacks,
Keep it up kids!
Supporting missions is important to us at The Bridge,
school supplies, and fees required by the schools for each student. Annually the cost to sponsor each child is $100.
For more information about BGMC please visit:
www.bgmc.ag.org
This year the Life Center lacked the funds to sponsor
a remaining 35 children, but the giving of our Children through
For more information about the Sobczak’s work in Laos visit:
BGMC (Boy & Girls Missionary Club) and your faithfulness
www.abeandjill.com
in supporting our Bridge Kids Wednesday night monthly
<<REWIND
IN CASE YOU DIDN’T HEAR ABOUT WHAT GOD HAS BEEN DOING AT THE BRIDGE… NYC MISSION TRIP For young adults, the end of May typically means cramming for final exams and then heading home for summer. However, for 16 young adults from The Bridge, the end of May was also a chance to serve the needs of people in New York City. Partnering with a local NYC church, they were able to serve in all 5 of the cities boroughs!
L.A. MISSION TRIP 26 of our Bridge Students had the west coast covered as they traveled to Los Angeles, California in June to partner with the L.A. Dream Center. While there, our team of teenagers served alongside other Dream Center volunteers to better the lives of L.A. residents through food distribution, homeless outreach and community clean-up.
2014 YOUTH CAMP What’s summer with out Camp? This year, 170 of our church’s teenagers invaded Sparks, Oklahoma to attend a fun filled, life changing youth camp experience June 9-13th. For our Bridge Students, camp proved once again to be an incredible week that was not only filled with fun and games, but also powerful and life changing encounters with God.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL (VBS) Weird Animals was the theme of this year’s Vacation Bible School which was hosted by our Bridge Kids’ department in June. During the week long VBS nearly 300 kids pre-school to 5th grade and close to 100 volunteers gathered each day to learn about how God’s love is for everyone. It was an incredible week! Also, a big thanks goes out to all of the workers that made the week possible! When we serve together, God is made famous!
// for more information on what God has been doing visit thebridgeag.org/blog
If you’re looking for an incredible missions opportunity, Project Haiti is your chance! Project Haiti is a continuation of many missions teams that have been sent out by The Bridge over the past 20 years. In Haiti, our team from The Bridge will join up with Latin American Child Care (LACC), to assist the local Haitians by better equipping many of the schools that are in operation in Haiti and assisting the local missionary efforts in their country. The Project Haiti Mission trip is scheduled for November 1-8, 2014 and is open to all age groups. We are looking for people who are willing to give up a week and join us in serving the people of Haiti. People with a wide variety of skill sets, including carpenters, seamstresses, children’s workers and anyone with a servants heart are needed to make this a successful trip! If you are interested in being part of our team, please contact Pastor Ken Isom at the church office or email him at ken@thebridgeag.org The cost for the trip will be around $1300. This price includes your airfare, ground transportation, food, and lodging. All applications are due July 27th. This is a great opportunity to serve those in need. Don’t miss out!
IN THE PAST YEAR, OVER 100 PEOPLE FROM THE BRIDGE HAVE GONE ON A SHORT TERM MISSION TRIP.
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 SUNDAY’S AT 9:30AM “The Sandwich Generation” Join us as we expose one of the most deceptive snares Satan uses to get believers out of the will of God-offense. Ages: 30’s thru 50’s Leader: Kenny McGee Room: 201
“In A Pit With A Lion On A Snowy Day” What if the seemingly messy pieces of your life were actually strategically positioned by God? In a Pit with a Lion on a Snowy Day will help you make sense of your past. You’ll begin to connect the dots to see clearly how God has been preparing you for future opportunities. Ages: 30’s thru 50’s Leader: Roy Peck Room: 203
“Ephesians” Did you know you are God’s masterpiece? Join us as we journey through Ephesians and learn why. Ages: 40’s thru 60’s Leader: Elaine Arnold Room: 104
“Understanding Righteousness” Join us as we try to learn the meaning of Righteousness found in Romans 5:21 Ages: 40’s thru 60’s Leader: Ed Damron Room: 202
“The United Monarchy of Israel”
“Revelation & Thessalonians”
What are God’s principles of leadership for our church, state, and nation? Join us as we study the life of Saul, David, and Solomon. Ages: 40’s thru 60’s Leader: Kathleen Wilcoxson Room: 105
This is a verse-by-verse walk through and discussion on the book of Revelations and 1 & 2 Thessalonians. Ages: All Ages Leader: Rob McClure Room: 105
“Psalms” We are taking an in depth look into the Psalms and discovering what they mean for us today. Ages: 50’s and up Leader: Kenneth McGee Room: 100
“Transforming Truths” Gleaning practical applications for 21st century problems from the historical books of the Bible. Ages: 50’s and up Leader: Ken Isom Room: Chapel
SUNDAY’S AT 10:45AM “How to Ruin Your Life By Thirty” Join us for this discussion based small group designed for young adults aged 18-25. Ages: Young Adults Leader: Doug & Brittanie Wyatt Room: 205
“Life & Relationships” Come and join a fun time of group discussion on Life & Relationships while being young, married, and having kids. Ages: Young Marrieds Leader: Ryan Summers Room: 201
NEXT STEPS
HOPE & HEALING Living Free Addiction Recovery Wednesdays at 7:15PM Come and let us help you on the road to overcoming addictions and breaking free from life controlling issues. Leader: Ken Isom Room: End Zone
HIS 24/7 Bible Discipleship Sundays at 10:45AM
FREEDOM CLASSES
Come discover the basic spiritual disciplines to help you grow in your relationship with God. ie. how to use and study the Bible, pray, and witness. Ages: All Ages Leader: Louis Rose & Ken Isom Room: 100
“God’s Gift of Romance in Relationships” July 9 & 16 7:15PM in RM202
Corporate Prayer Sundays at 6:00PM Tuesdays at 9:00AM Join us in the Chapel every week for a time of prayer.
Fresh Start August 24 6:30PM at Fresh Start Have you recently started attending The Bridge? If so, we want to meet you. We know that coming to a new church and trying to navigate through getting plugged in can feel like a daunting task. So come meet Pastor McNabb, find out how we do church, and we will break down the easiest ways for you to get connected.
Find out why the gift of marriage is God’s favorite picture of Himself to us. Leader: Kathy McGee
“Inner Vows and Judgements” July 23 7:15PM in RM202 A study on beliefs we have established in our soul that may be unhealthy. Also we will be discovering the scriptural difference between judging and discerning. Leader: Mike Brown
“Overcoming the Enemy of Your Soul” July 30 7:15PM in RM202 The journey to becoming the person God created you to be as we defeat those things that have a stronghold on us. Leader: Terry Westfall
MEN
KIDS
Men’s Breakfast July 12 7:30AM in The Venue
Bridge Kids Sundays at 8:15/9:30/10:45AM
This is a great time for all men to come and interact with men who are transistioning to life on the outside. “I was in prison and you visited me” were the words of Jesus. So come join us for an amazing breakfast and a short devotional from our own Ed Damron.
WOMEN Women’s Bible Study Wednesdays in July 7:15PM in RM105 We would like for all ladies to join us for our Women’s Bible Study in July called “Faithful Abundant True.” It will be an awesome time of discussion and building relationships with other women in your church.
SENIORS Road Trip July 25 4:00PM in East Parking Lot We want to invite all senior adults to join us on a road trip to Pucell, OK where we will enjoy a fish dinner at Sonny’s. You can get signed up through our mobile app, on our website, or out at Starting Point in the lobby.
Magnolia Luncheon July 17 11:45AM at the McNabb’s Home Are you a single lady over 50? We want to honor you. So come join us for an amazing time of food and fellowship. You can get signed up through our mobile app, on our website, or out at Starting Point in the lobby.
Join us for exciting worship, fun games, and Biblical lessons every week!
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.
Honor Star & Gold Eagle Ceremony July 11 7:00PM in Worship Center Join us as we celebrate the acheivments of your boys and girls in our Royal Rangers and MPact Girls programs. There will be a reception immediately following in The Venue.
BGMC Dinner July 30 6:00PM in The Venue Join us for a great dinner, time of fellowship, and support missions in the process!
Summer Nights July 2 / July 9 / July 23 8:30PM at Grisham Home We want to help your students have the best summer ever! This year, we are having a series of parties on Wednesday nights after service. Each Summer Nights Party will be hosted at the Grisham Family home. There will be a ton of awesome things going on, all while being monitored by Bridge Students Adult Leaders. Cost is $2 just to help offset the cost.
Float Trip July 30 - 31 Tahlequah, OK We want to invite all students to join us on our Summer Float Trip. We will leave after Bridge Students on Wednesday, July 30 at 8:30PM and return on Thursday, July 31 at 6:00PM. The cost is $45, and that includes lodging, 2 meals, and the float trip.
YOUNG ADULT Friday Gathering Fridays at 7:00PM
Bridge Students Wednesdays at 7:15PM
Come enjoy food, fun, and discussion with other young adults. Contact Doug for more info at (405) 204.4569 Leader: Doug & Brittanie Wyatt
Join us for our weekly worship experience in the Bridge Students building.
SERVE
STUDENTS
Sunday Small Groups Sundays at 10:45AM Get connected in a weekly small group! This is a great way to learn more on specific topics throughout the Bible. 6th-7th Grade: Room 203 8th-10th Grade: Room 204 11th-12th Grade: Room 200
Prison Ministry Team We are looking for men to help us with our prison ministry. We are in need of drivers to help us transport inmates. You can get signed up through our mobile app or online at thebridgeag.org/serve
2nd Service Worship Choir The modern service is looking for people that are excited about worship! We aren’t worried about how well you sing, we want you to be a visual presence that helps lead people into worship. So if you are passionate about worshipping God, why not join the team. Just go online and sign-up. thebridgeag.org/serve
BOOKSTORE Summer Sale July 13 Come and check out all of our summer sale deals! We always have a lot of great books and things to choose from, and now you can get it at a discount.
Bro. Kenneth McGee Book Signing July 13 Make sure to stop by and pick up a copy of Bro. McGee’s new book entitled “I Love To Tell The Story: My 15 Favorite Sermons.” It’s only $15 and he will be there to sign it for you.
3rd Service Choir The adult choir is looking for additional singers. If you’re between the ages of 16 and ?? we’d like to talk to you about singing with us each Sunday morning during the 3rd worship experience. Rehearsals are Sundays at 5:00pm. You don’t have to read music, but you do need to attend a get-acquainted interview with Pastor Rex. Just go online and sign-up. thebridgeag.org/serve
For more information on all these events and more just go to our website www.thebridgeag.org
better as a family too! One of the best ways to do this is by spending time together. Perhaps you’ve heard it said before, the way that people spell “love” is T I M E, which is why we’ve come up with this simple list of 20 fun things you can do before the end of the summer to help you connect with your family and friends. So, here’s your assignment if you choose to accept: use the list below as a guide or create your own activities, and grab your spouse, kids, parents, grand-parents, friends or even your small group from church and make the most of summer by having a blast! Oh, and don’t forget to share your photos with the rest of us by posting your pictures using the twitter or instagram hashtag, #bridgesummer. Here are 20 of my suggestions this summer:
1 Shakespeare in the Park: Summer nights make perfect weather to head downtown and enjoy an outdoor play at the Myriad Botanical Gardens Water Stage. Every summer there are a collection of live plays under the city lights for only $15 a ticket. July’s lineup includes, Antony & Cleopatra (July 7-July 18) and Pericles (July 24-27). It’s a perfect date night or night out with friends. www.oklahomashakespeare.org
2 Yukon Starplex Theatre Summer Movies: Take your kids,
SUMMER FUN by Erin Benton // @thegrizzlyberin
In case you missed it, summer officially began June
siblings, or friends to see a movie for only $2.50! Rango (July 8-9), Kung Fu Panda (July 15-16), Shrek the Third (July 22-23), Monsters vs. Aliens (July 29-30) www.starplexcinemas.com
3 Coasters & Concerts: Head to Frontier City and let your admission ticket get you into a night concert with some of your favorite Christian artists! Matt Maher (July 12) and Newsboys feat. Andy Mineo (August 9)
4 Papa Angelo’s Empire Challenge: Head over to this local
21st. Of course, all the kids would tell you differently, as they
pizza shop in Bethany on a Saturday from 8-9 p.m. and ask to
have all been out of school sleeping in and relaxing for nearly
participate in the Empire Challenge, where you’ll be given 45
a month now! Regardless of when you recognized summer’s
minutes to eat a 20 inch pizza. If you win, your pizza is paid
official kick-off, the important thing to note is that these
for and you will be honored by all your peers. If you lose, your
summer days won’t last forever. So, this means that you have
picture will be taken for Angelo’s wall of shame!
to “seize the day” now to capitalize on those extended daylight hours and incredible weather, and we think we’ve come up
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with a solution to help you make the most of this summer!
Christmas in July: The Mustang Community Center is
hosting a free, fun night for kids on July 12th that will include
We’ve said it before, but here at The Bridge our hope is
to help you and your family not only grow spiritually and find
a candy cane hunt and a movie in the park! The candy cane
great opportunities to use your talents to serve, but also help
hunts begin at 7:45p.m. and the movie begins at dusk! (Bonus:
you connect. We not only want you to connect by building
The movie is Disney’s Frozen!)
strong relationships with other Christians, but also connect
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Build with LOWE’S: On select Saturdays, LOWE’S hosts kids
Late Night Swim: On July 26, the Mustang Aquatic Center
clinics for children to build creations to take home! Check out
will be open until 11pm! Cost is only $5 per person.
this link to see the dates, what they can build, and make sure to sign them up! http://lowesbuildandgrow.com/
7 Backyard Camping: Who says you have to go anywhere to camp? Pitch a tent in your backyard, make some s’mores via microwave, and spend the night making shadow animals
15 Rocktown: This indoor rock climbing facility is one of OKC’s best kept secrets. Bring your friends, rent a harness, and get ready to have arms that feel like jello the next day.
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with flashlights and pretending like you know which
Sonic Summer Movies: After church on Wednesday nights,
constellations are which!
grab your friends and family and head downtown to the
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Great Lawn @ Myriad Gardens where you can watch a free movie together under the stars on the big screen! This July’s
Watch a Meteor Shower: Speaking of camping, it would be
line up includes: Field of Dreams - July 2, Frozen - July 9,
great to do some backyard camping on the night of a summer
Despicable Me 2 - July 16, Ghostbusters - July 23 & The Lego
meteor shower! The Perseid meteor shower should be
Movie - July 30. Oh, and don’t forget your lawn chairs!
heading our way August 10-13. Check your local news station
www.oklahomacitybotanicalgardens.com
for more info. when we get closer to the date!
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17 Volunteer. You and I both know that summer brings more
Make it Miniature: It’s a scientific fact that every sport
free time than you know what to do with. Your Netflix
doubles in range of fun when you miniaturize it. This goes
account can probably attest to that, but don’t forget to use
especially for mini golf. Head out to Celebration Station with
your free time to change your surroundings! Volunteer at the
your loved ones for 18 holes! $5 for children, $7.50 for adults.
Regional Food Bank or our church’s own Loaves and Fishes
10 Yukon Splash Pad: Beat the heat this summer for FREE at
and let this summer be one to connect, grow, and serve!
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the city of Yukon’s brand new Splash Pad! This is a great way
H & 8th: Every last Friday of month from 7-11 pm head to
to stay cool all while having a blast this summer. Visit
Hudson and 8th street to enjoy a collection of the areas
www.cityofyukon.gov for more information.
best food trucks and live music. This is a great small group
11 Oklahoma City Zoo: The only thing more fun than going to
opportunity! www.h8thokc.com
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the Zoo, is going to the Zoo for just $1, which is exactly how
Geocaching: Everybody loves a good scavenger or treasure
much it costs every Wednesday this summer!
hunt! So grab your family, grab your phone, load up in the
12 Drive-In Movie: Check out what’s listed at the Winchester Theatre! Tickets are $3 for children and $6 for adults. www.winchesterdrive-in.com
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car, and go find a treasure. For more about geochaching, visit www.geochaching.com or download the app on your smart phone, type in the location and go hunting.
20 Pack the Park: To wrap up July on the 31st, the Mustang Community Center will be having a Lego contest before an
National Ice Cream Day: Get a group of friends together after
outdoor showing of the “Lego Movie.” Bring the whole family!
church on Sunday, July 20, to take part in this very important
Visit the www.cityofmustang.org
holiday. Go to Braum’s, or if you mean business head to Coldstone Creamery on MacArthur Boulevard. At the very least, let your kids chase down the ice cream truck if it comes your way (you can chase after it too).
SOCIAL
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WEEKLY SCHEDULE Traditional Worship Experience
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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.
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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 7:15PM
This experience offers a variety of hymns and messages from Kenneth McGee in the Chapel.
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Drive Worship Experience Wednesdays at 7:30PM
This experience has a more laid back atmosphere & messages from Rob McClure in the Worship Center.
Wed. Hispanic Worship Experience Wednesdays at 7:30PM
This experience takes place in The Connection building and includes Spanish Worship and a message in Spanish from Pastor Kenny Garcia
Our trained nursery staff is available during all worship experiences. For a full list of other opportunities, please check out the “Get Connected” section of Pulse.