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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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mind. Our hopes are that 2017 will bring about a spiritual revitalization for you! Perhaps its about establishing new routines and disciplines. Or maybe, its about the removal of what doesn’t belong in your life, to create the health that you need. Whatever it may be, a refreshed you is the key to a refreshed home and community.
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the internet and one could find that it is not difficult to find
It’s too easy to get so caught top in the hustle and bustle of
do-it-yourself restoration tips and advice about how to bring a
life that we forget what’s most important. Our families! For
“fresh” new look to a room that otherwise had been thought as
many of us, we often need to regroup, reprioritize, and reorder
dated and tired looking. Breathing new life into something that
those aspects of our families that have given way under the
had been discarded, or that was on its way out is something
pressure of the busyness of life! This year, we want to help you
that many people are all interested in doing. That said, it’s not
by giving you the tools and resources that you may need to
just furniture, rooms, or houses that need to be updated and
help you refresh your home! Perhaps it’s about making more
refreshed. Often, our lives need it too! So many of us carry
time for family through dinners, weekly phone calls, game
burdens, stresses, disappointments and even our failures with
nights, or outings. Or maybe its about taking steps to restoring
us wherever we go. Unfortunately, we often even carry them
relationships and rebuilding a home full of joy. Regardless,
from one year, directly into the next. Like it or not, we all could
when we look back on our lives, what matters most is not our
use a little refreshing! Which is why this year, our church will
daily checkmarks off the to-do list, but the love we’ve shared
be embracing the theme of being, “Refreshed.”
with others over the years. We hope that 2017 can be that for your family.
While the prospects of a new year and all the possibilities that await excite some of us, many of us may struggle with how to not carry the burdens of 2016 into this year. Whether you’re
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hopeful or anxious for 2017, it’s always a good idea to stop every
When our lives and the lives or our families are being refreshed,
once in a while and think about how you can refresh different
it is more possible for us as a church body to make a difference
aspects of your life. Maybe there are areas of your personal
in our community! The testimony of our own lives and the lives
life you haven’t tended to and that are in need of attention
of our families becomes louder to the community around us
and care. Perhaps something in the past year, month, or even
whenever we are actively engaged in serving. Our community
twenty-four hours has made you feel hurt or apathetic, and
needs refreshed too. There are opportunities all around if we
you need to do something, but you don’t know what. 2017 can
are attentive and willing to reach out. Throughout this year,
be an opportunity for refreshing.
we will be directing you and your family to great opportunities to making a difference in the world around us.
Throughout the year, Pastor McNabb will be teaching on how we can Refresh many of the areas of our lives that need
All of this to say, monthly in the Pulse, we will give attention
tending to! There will also be many opportunities, through
to each of these areas; Refreshing you, your home, and your
various ministries and small group classes at The Bridge that
community. We will be directing you and your family to
will help to stretch you and your families spiritually this year,
ongoing ministry opportunities and classes at The Bridge that
all in hopes to help you refocus on those areas of your life that
may be helpful in your own spiritual upkeep. Additionally,
may need a “renovation.” Specifically, this year we will focus on
we will also be offering helpful tips to you on how to refresh
Refreshing You, Your Home, and Your Community.
certain areas of your life, how we are doing it as a staff, and challenging you to put these same things to practice
REFRESHYOU You might be the most organized person you know, but we’re
throughout 2017. Keep reading the Pulse and watching weekly announcements for growing opportunities for you and your family!
all guilty of having cluttered minds from time to time. With all the appointments, practices, deadlines, and emotions
It’s going to be a great year! A year of Refreshing!
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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
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.
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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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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.
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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.
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 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 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 Starting January 11 Wednesdays at 7:00PM
Family Fun Night Saturday, January 21
Men’s Breakfast Saturday, January 14
Come join us from 6:30 - 8:30PM out in The Venue for a night of games, activities, and snacks. It’s an evening for the whole family to enjoy.
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.
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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. NEW GROUP
Women’s Bible Study Starting January 11 Wednesdays at 7:00PM 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.
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Men’s Bible Study Starting January 11 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.
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Holy Spirit Study Starting January 11 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
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
KIDS Bridge Kids Sundays at 8:15/9:30/10:45AM 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.
Kids Revival January 8 - 11 We want to invite all kids to our Bridge Kids Revival! They will have a blast and leave with a deeper relationship with Christ than ever before. Guest speaker, Jon-Michael Martin from Gateway Church will be bringing engaging messages that your kids will love. There will be FREE dinner that is served 30 minutes before services on Sunday through Tuesday! Sun / 6:30-8:00PM Mon - Wed / 7:00 - 8:30PM
STUDENTS Bridge Students Wednesdays at 7:00PM 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!
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. 6th-7th Grade / RM200 8th-9th Grade / RM203 10-12th Grade / RM204
We Are Revival January 8 - 11 We want to invite all students to We Are Revival. These 4 nights will be powerful experiences that will leave you changed and could help set your path and future. God is going to do some amazing thing. There will be FREE dinner that is served 1 hour before services on Sunday through Tuesday! Sun / 6:30-8:00PM Mon - Wed / 7:00 - 8:30PM
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Beast Feast Tuesday, January 24 We want to invite all men to grab their kids and come join us for our annual Beast Feast. Come enjoy vendors, prizes, and all types of beasts to eat.Doors open at 6:00 pm. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for kids, or free if you bring some food to share. There will also be a Wild game chili cook off contest for prizes.
SENIORS Chili Dinner Friday, January 20 We want to invite all senior adults to come join us for our Chili Dinner at 6:30PM in The Venue. This is always a lot of fun and you won’t want to miss it. Just bring a salad, side dish, or dessert.
ALL CHURCH Annual Meeting Sunday, January 29 Come join us at 6:30PM as we look back at what has done in 2016 and look forward to His plans for 2017. All church members are encouraged to be a part.
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