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WEEKLY SCHEDULE Traditional Worship Experience Sundays at 8:15AM
This experience offers a variety of hymns and sacred songs.
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. Need information? You can find it all in this magazine, on
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our website, or through our mobile app. You can get details on all upcoming events, sign up for classes, and much more!
Modern Worship Experience Sundays at 9:30AM
This experience has a more laid back atmosphere & guitar driven worship.
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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.
Blended Worship Experience Sundays at 11:00AM
This experience includes upbeat worship with a choir and orchestra.
PM Worship Experience
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Sundays at 6:30PM
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.
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.
During this experience we come together as a whole to worship.
Hispanic Worship Experience
In a large church, the key to making friends and having
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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.
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 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.
// Starting Point is located in the Lobby on the east side of the Worship Center
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ALL PEOPLE
PURE HEART
TITUS 2:11
PSALM 139:23
YOUR CITY
OUR NATION
OUR WORLD
OUR CHURCH
GATHER (FRIENDS)
JEREMIAH 29:7
2 CHRON 7:14
ACTS 1:8
MATTHEW 16:18
MATTHEW 18:20
VOLUNTEERS
CHURCH
CHURCH LEADERS
FAITH
HOPE
1 PETER 4:10
1 THESS 5:12
MATTHEW 17:20
HEBREWS 10:23
GO 1 JOHN 4:11-12
FINANCES
HEALING
NEW LIFE
PROV 11:24-25
MATTHEW 15:30
2 CORINTH 5:17
FASTING 101 For many of you the idea of Fasting may not be something that you are comfortable or even familiar with. Here is a little information to help you get the most from these next 21 days.
The goal of fasting is to draw nearer to God. Biblical fasting always has to do with eliminating distractions for a spiritual purpose; it hits the reset button of our soul and renews us from the inside out. It also enables us to celebrate the goodness and mercy of God and prepares our hearts for all the good things God desires to bring into our lives. Remember, your personal fast should present a level of challenge, but it is very important to know your body, your options, and most importantly, to seek God in prayer and follow what the Holy Spirit leads you to do. 4 / THEBRIDGEAG.ORG
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At the beginning of February we are encouraging everyone to join us for a 21 day prayer and fast! This will be a season of focused prayer as a church
FAMILY
LOST FRIENDS
JOSHUA 24:15
ACTS 15:19
family and we are inviting all of you to join us. Praying and Fasting is a great opportunity for us to re-connect with God and re-center our lives around him. We hope that you will join us in being part of this 21 Day experience! To the left, to help you during this 21 Day Prayer and Fast we have included a simple calendar of prayer points for each day to go alongside what you may already be praying and believing for.
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For those of you who would like to take the Prayer & Fast to another level, watch the Church’s Facebook, Twitter & Instagram feeds for simple daily action steps and challenges to put to practice your prayer focus that day.
ACTS 2:42
PHILIPPIANS 3:12
LOVE
TRUTH
JOHN 13:34
JOHN 8:32
Visit 21DAYS.WEARETHEBRIDGE.CHURCH for worship playlists, and more prayer and fasting resources.
It’s going to be a great 21 days! We can’t wait to see what God has in store for each of your lives and for our church!
TYPES OF FASTS COMPLETE FAST Fast for drinking only liquids.
SELECTIVE FAST Fast that removes certain elements from your diet.
PARTIAL FAST Involves abstaining from eating any type of food in the daytime. (Sun-up to sun-down)
SOUL FAST For those who wish to refocus certain areas of their life that are out of balance. For instance, someone might abstain from social media or television or netflix throughout the duration of the fast. THEBRIDGEAG.ORG / 5
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
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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scripture and discover how to grow in Christ and learn to handle real life issues with prayer and deep rooted faith in God.
NEW GROUP
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SUNDAYS / 10:45AM
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.
RM200 Cyndi St.John | 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.
Rm 105 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.
RM100 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.
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
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 on the Armor of God and would love for you to join us!
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Living Free Addiction Recovery Wednesdays at 7:00PM
Prayer Study Wednesdays at 7:00PM
Bridge Students Wednesdays at 7:00PM
Men’s Breakfast Saturday, February 11
The Battle Plan for Prayer begins with prayer’s core purpose, its biblical design, and its impact throughout history. We will be guided scripturally through the fundamentals of how effective prayer works, inspired towards a closer, more intimate relationship with God, and shown how to develop specific prayer strategies for each area of life. RM102
Join us every week 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!
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.
Sunday Grow Groups Sundays at 10:45AM
SENIORS
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.
Corporate Prayer Sunday’s at 6:00PM Tuesday’s at 9:00AM Join us every week as we come together for a time of corporate prayer in the Chapel.
Women’s Bible Study Wednesdays at 7:00PM
KIDS
Come join us in RM105 for “Uninvited – Living loved when you feel less than, left out, and lonely.” We will dig deep into God’s Word to help you explore the deep roots of rejection, overcome the damage of past hurts, and fully grasp what it looks like to live loved.
Bridge Kids Sundays at 8:15/9:30/10:45AM
Men’s Bible Study Wednesdays at 7:00PM Men come join us for our weekly men’s bible study that will happen on Wednesday nights in RM104. This is a great opportunity to come grow with other men as we stive to become better husbands, fathers, brothers, and sons.
Holy Spirit Study Wednesdays at 7:00PM To fulfill God’s plan in our life we must be led and empowered by the Spirit. In this practical study of scripture we will learn to cooperate with the Spirit as we experience how He works both in our individual life and in a group setting. RM100
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.
Parents Night Out Friday, February 10 Parents’ Night Out is an opportunity for you to bring your kids to the church for a few hours and let them enjoy games and activities while mom and dad have a date night. The cost is $20 for one child or $35 per family and supports our current missions project. We will provide care for infants through 5th grade from 6:30 to 10:00PM, but each family must pre-register online by February 5th.
Bridge Kids Day Out Monday, February 20 Come hang out with us at the Oklahoma Science Museum! The cost is $13. Meet us at the Kids Check-In at 9:30AM. Make sure the kids bring a sack lunch! No need to sign up ahead of time!
Get connected in a weekly small group! This time is designed to help your students grow in spiritual disciplines. 6th-7th Grade / RM200 8th-9th Grade / RM203 10-12th Grade / RM204
Elephant In The Room New Sermon Series There are some issues that are a BIG DEAL but we simply avoid them because it is more comfortable to do so. We are going to be confronting these subjects head on.
Parent Newsletter Get signed up! Our biggest priorities is making sure that as a parent/guardian you are informed on everything that is going on. Each week we send out an email that will keep you informed of upcoming events, information, and most importantly, give you a recap of what we talked about in Bridge Students. Contact Kaisha at kaisha@thebridgeag.org and we will get you on the list.
Rally Night / Suit & Tie Wednesday, February 22
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Magnolia Luncheon Thursday, February 9 Are you a single lady over 50? We want to honor you for being you. Join us for a special valentines lunch where we will eat and enjoy fellowship in the Commons Area. You can get signed up out at Starting Point.
Valentines Dinner Friday, February 10 We want to invite all senior adults to come join us for a Valentines road trip to Grill on a Hill in OKC. We will be leaving on church vans at 4:30PM. It will be a great evening of dinner and fellowship!
ALL CHURCH Tea for the Soul Thursday, February 16 Ladies, bring your favorite chocolate dish & join us at 7:00PM as we start off 2017 connecting with other women at The Bridge. This will be a great night of tea, fellowship, and prayer for each other, our homes, and our community.
Hey Bridge Students, grab your favorite dress or your suit and tie! This night can be as casual or as dressy as you want it to be. It’s the perfect opportunity to invite your friends for a lot of fun, games, prizes, and snacks. We will see you there at 7:00PM!
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BABY DEDICATIONS
WATER BAPTISMS
MEMBERSHIP
If you have a baby you would like to
If you have recently given your heart to
In our membership class, you’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 you’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 use
On March 26 we will offer a class at
Membership Class is designed for
at Family Night. Deadline for dedication
9:30 & 10:45AM in RM205 and 5:30PM in
16 year olds and up. This class is a
sign-ups is March 19.
RM100. This class is a requirement for
requirement for membership. It will
baptism.
be offered on October 12 & 19 at 9:30 & 10:45AM in RM102.
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