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Bridge Family, we made it to June! Whew! What an unbelievably wild, crazy, chaotic year 2020 has been so far! I am certain that none of us would have predicted that the first half of this year would have gone the way it has so far! However, even though the year has been nuts, I can’t help but be reminded of what Jesus told
his audience of followers on the hillside by the Sea of Galilee. He looked out to them and said, “look at the birds of the air,” and then proceeded to remind them that not only has God in heaven not lost sight of the tiny little birds that flap around, but that he most definitely has not lost sight of his people! No matter where you find yourself today, no matter the news that you hear, no matter the stress that you have, be comforted in knowing that God has not lost sight of you! That said, it is so good to be able to worship with one another again… in person! We missed you all, and are definitely ready to begin moving forward.
Our new series, “The Big Book of Inconceivable Stories,” is going to be one that you won’t want to miss! We will be looking back over some of the “biggie” stories of the Bible and discovering what they reveal about God, and what that means for us! Also, Bridge University will be kicking off with classes for everyone on Wednesday Nights! It will be a great month, come be part of what God is doing here! I love being your pastor, Jim & Linda
This month will be a great month!
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 and message series. For series topic check out 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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15 DAD FACTS TO WOW HIM WITH! JUNE
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Gather ‘round the grill and toast Dad for Father’s Day—the national holiday so awesome that Americans have celebrated it for more than a century. Here are 15 Dad facts you can wow him with today.
8. Charlemagne, the 8th-century king of the Franks, united much of Western Europe through military campaigns and has been called the “king and father of Europe”. Charlemagne was also a devoted dad to about 18 children, and today, most Europeans may be able to claim Charlemagne as their ancestor. 9. The voice of Papa Smurf, Don Messick, also provided the voice of Scooby-Doo, Ranger Smith on Yogi Bear, and Astro and RUDI on The Jetsons. 10. In 2001, Yuri Usachev, cosmonaut and commander of the
1. Halsey Taylor invented the drinking fountain in 1912 as a
International Space Station, received a talking picture frame
tribute to his father, who succumbed to typhoid fever after
from his 12-year-old daughter while in orbit. The gift was
drinking from a contaminated public water supply in 1896.
made possible by RadioShack, which filmed the presentation of the gift for a TV commercial.
2. George Washington, the celebrated father of our country, had no children of his own. A 2004 study suggested that a
11. The only father-daughter collaboration to hit the top spot
type of tuberculosis that Washington contracted in childhood
on the Billboard pop music chart was the 1967 hit single
may have rendered him sterile. He did adopt the two children
“Something Stupid” by Frank & Nancy Sinatra.
from Martha Custis’s first marriage. 12. In the underwater world of the seahorse, it’s the male that 3. In Thailand, the king’s birthday also serves as National
gets to carry the eggs and birth the babies.
Father’s Day. The celebration includes fireworks, speeches, and acts of charity and honor—the most distinct being the
13. If show creator/producer Sherwood Schwartz had gotten
donation of blood and the liberation of captive animals.
his way, Gene Hackman would have portrayed the role of father Mike Brady on The Brady Bunch.
4. In 1950, after a Washington Post music critic gave Harry Truman’s daughter Margaret’s concert a negative review, the
14. The Stevie Wonder song “Isn’t She Lovely” is about his
president came out swinging: “Some day I hope to meet you,”
newborn daughter, Aisha. If you listen closely, you can hear
he wrote. “When that happens you’ll need a new nose, a lot of
Aisha crying during the song.
beefsteak for black eyes, and perhaps a supporter below!” 15. Dick Hoyt has pushed and pulled his son Rick, who 5. A.A. Milne created Winnie the Pooh for his son, Christopher
has cerebral palsy, through hundreds of marathons and
Robin. Pooh was based on Robin’s teddy bear, Edward, a gift
triathlons. Rick cannot speak, but using a custom-designed
Christopher had received for his first birthday, and on their
computer he has been able to communicate. They ran their
father/son visits to the London Zoo, where the bear named
first five-mile race together when Rick was in high school.
Winnie was Christopher’s favorite. Pooh comes from the
When they were done, Rick sent his father this message: “Dad,
name of Christopher’s pet swan.
when we were running, it felt like I wasn’t disabled anymore!”
6. Kurt Vonnegut was (for a short time) Geraldo Rivera’s father-in-law. Rivera’s marriage to Edith Vonnegut ended in 1974 because of his womanizing. Her ever-protective father was quoted as saying, “If I see Gerry again, I’ll spit in his face.” He also included an unflattering character named Jerry Rivers (a chauffeur) in a few of his books. 7. Andre Agassi’s father represented Iran in the 1948 and 1952 Olympics as a boxer.
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Groups
SUNDAYS AT 10:50AM
RM 104
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.
RM 203
RM 105 KATHLEEN WILCOXSON | All Ages 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.
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
RM 104
CHAPEL
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.
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.
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.
RM 200 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 RYAN & SARAH SUMMERS | YOUNG FAMILIES Choosing to live a Christian life is not always the easiest thing to do. Let’s be honest, showing the love of God at home, at work, in the community, and even while attending little league sports is not for the faint of heart! Join us as we discuss what Christian living is all about and how we can succeed at it in this crazy world!
RM 105 ROB & SHERRI 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 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.
RM203 & 204
RM 202
BRIDGE STUDENTS Get connected in a weekly small group! This time is designed to help your students grow in spiritual disciplines.
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.
JUNE
DOUG & TONYA 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.
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THIRD SUNDAY AT 6:00PM
WEDNESDAYS AT 7:00PM
DOUG WYATT | YOUNG ADULTS
NAMI SUPPORT GROUP
(405) 204-4569 / doug@thebridgeag.org
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
WRILEY & DAWN WEBSTER | NEWLYWEDS (405) 414-4119 / wriley@wearethebridge.church
JOSH & HOLLY JACKSON | 20s-40s (W/ KIDS) (405) 830-5878 / jjack540@cox.net
LIVING FREE SUPPORT GROUP
LUKE & ANDREA PURKEY | 20s-40s (W/ KIDS)
Come let us help you on the road to overcoming life controlling issues, including life altering events, drugs and alcohol. . The End Zone.
(405) 317-4560 / andrea.purkey@gmail.com
BRIDGE UNIVERSITY
(405) 613-4547 / mazawill@yahoo.com
For the months of June & July we will be having classes in the small groups building. Check out page 8 for our current classes.
MARK & DIANA LEBSACK | 30s-50s (W/ KIDS & TEENS)
JASON & MARGIE TIMM | 30s-50s (W/ KIDS & TEENS)
(405) 830-0059 / mdlebsack@yahoo.com
ROB & SHERRI MCCLURE | 30s-50s (405) 517-8635 / rob@thebridgeag.org
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 / bibleteacherokc@gmail.comÂ
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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JUNE & JULY CLASSES HOW TO READ & UNDERSTAND THE BIBLE
ELIMINATING HURRY
THE BOOK OF DANIEL
YOU’LL GET THROUGH THIS
The reality is, most of us are
The Bible is full of dreams, vi-
Perhaps you’ve heard it said
Even though it was written
too busy to live emotionally
sions, and prophecies about
before, “What satan intends
thousands of years ago, the
healthy and spiritually vi-
the end times. Don’t miss
for evil, God redeems for
Bible still is considered to be
brant lives. Too fatigued and
as we look closer at their
good.” That idea is the main
the best selling book of all
full of anxiety, our hurried
meanings, by comparing and
focus of Max Lucado’s book,
time. It is as applicable today
lives make it impossible to
contrasting these visions
“You’ll Get Through This.”
as it was when it was written.
live with the love, joy and
found in the book of Daniel.
Join us weekly as we walk
Join us as we take a deeper
peace that Christ called us
through this book and dis-
look into the Bible, how we
to live. Join us as we discuss
cover how it applies to each
got it, why we need it, and
how to remove the hurry
of our lives.
how to understand it!
from our lives!
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SUNDAY NIGHTS
Happenings All Church CORPORATE PRAYER Wednesdays at 6:00AM & 12:00PM Join us every week as we come together for a time of corporate prayer in the Chapel.
JUNE 7 Family Freedom Fest Meeting
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!
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.
JUNE 14 No PM Activities
JUNE 21 No PM Activities
Bridge Men MAN CAVE Thursday, June 4 Come join us for some outdoor fun and hanging out with the guys. We will provide meat & drinks. You bring sides & dessert. Bring your fishing gear! Hosted at Jack Ramey’s Ranch west of Richland Rd on 89th.
MEN’S BREAKFAST Saturday, June 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.
HONOR STAR & GOLD EAGLE CELEBRATION
Bridge Women
Sunday, July 12 Come join us as we honor and celebrate all the achievements of our Bridge Kids in Mpact Girls Club and Royal Rangers. Starts at 6:00PM in the auditorium.
HER SIDE OF THE STORY Sunday, August 23 We are rescheduling our Women’s Conference! So come join us at 7:00PM for an amazing worship experience and after party! You can pick up tickets at EVENThub or online. Cost is only $10.
Bridge Students BRIDGE STUDENTS EXPERIENCE Wednesdays at 7:00PM Come join us for an amazing night each week tailored just for students from 6th thru 12th grade.
YOUTH CAMP July 19 - 22 Youth Camp has been rescheduled and there is still time to get signed up! Visit wearethebridge.church/youthcamp for all the details. All monies are due by July 8.
JUNE 28 Family Freedom Fest
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