We’re having a birthday party and we want YOU to be our guest! We’re celebrating 6 years together as a faith community here at The Bridge. You can join us on Sunday morning for worship celebration at 9:00 or 10:45, and for Bridge Kids Family Worship at 10:15.

Sunday evening we’ll be celebrating with BIRTHDAY CAKE and a friendly CAKE BOSS competition starting at 6 PM. So….bakers….get your creative juices flowing and enter the Cake Boss competition! Of course, we will be eating cake after the judges have presented their award:)

The celebration continues at 7 PM with a NIGHT OF WORSHIP concert! It’s gonna be a great day and we’d love to have you join in the celebration!

–Tim, Ben, Lance and the Bridge family!

PLEASE join us for a Night of Worship at The Bridge! We will be celebrating our 6th anniversary as a faith community!

When: March 4th
Cake and punch reception at 6pm! Will you be this year’s Cake Boss?
A Night of Worship concert at 7:00 PM!

Watoto is thrilled to present a brand new choir tour entitled Beautiful Africa: A New Generation. With vibrant, original African music, dance routines and life-transforming stories, the tour is indicative of the new generation of leaders emerging out of Watoto.

“Through the choir’s Concert of Hope, we share a message of transformation by telling the story of Africa’s rescued orphans and women. We hope to reach out to audiences with the message of Christ’s healing power,” says Gary Skinner, Watoto Founder.

Beautiful Africa: A New Generation will be presented at The Bridge Community Church on Sunday evening, April 8th (Easter). The concert begins at 7 PM. With its genuine appeal, accompanied by music and dance – an energetic fusion of contemporary gospel and traditional African rhythm – the globally acclaimed Watoto Children’s Choir will present of evening of music, movement and testimony. Each of the children in the choir has suffered the loss of one or both parents. They live in Watoto Children’s Villages (Uganda) where they receive the care and nurture they need to grow up as productive citizens of their country.

Watoto Children’s Choir has traveled internationally since 1994 as ambassadors for the millions of children in Africa, orphaned as a result of HIV/AIDS, war and poverty. Since its inception, 50 choirs have traveled globally, providing the children with a bigger worldview, an unusual opportunity they would otherwise never get.

Watoto is the Swahili word for ‘children’. It is our hope that children and families throughout our community of churches will gather on this evening for the thrilling experience of another culture as we worship and learn together that our God is mighty…and He loves and cares for all the children of the world.

The concert is free, but we encourage you to bring an offering to support the Watoto ministry. It’s going to be a great evening! See you on April 8th!

—The Bridge Kids Team

In fact, it’s not really a question of if we follow, but more of a question of what or whom we follow.

So, do you follow him? No, I mean do you really follow him? Are you willing to now?

Join us this Sunday as we begin a new section in the gospel of Mark and look to the implications of Jesus’ invitation to, “Follow Me.”

Details
When: February 3-5
Where: Hidden Valley – Wildwood, MO
Cost: $100 (includes accomodations, activities, and some meals)
Deadline: A $50 deposit and registration is due January 13th!

Registration Information and Schedule
Hidden Valley’s Website.

Contact Pastor Lance for additional details.

2012 Bible Reading Plan – Download it here

Using the Plan

The ESV Study Bible reading plan offers four sections of reading everyday:

Psalms and Wisdom Literature
Some of the greatest poetry of all time, these books are full of Spirit-inspired wisdom, Godly principles, praise and exultation toward our faithful Creator.

Pentateuch and History of Israel
As we read about God’s covenant with Israel and their constant failure to obey it, we gain perspective on our need for a savior. We also see the origin of salvation through faith in Abraham, and countless records of our Lord’s miraculous power.

Chronicles and Prophets
Amidst the turmoil of Israel’s disobedience, the Prophets emerge as God’s chosen instruments to point us toward our Messiah and the hope of a new and better covenant.

Gospels and Epistles
Jesus. Our Savior destroys the power of sin forever. The early Church is filled with the Holy Spirit. Saul of Tarsus is transformed into Paul the Apostle and chosen by God to embolden us to an obedient life in Christ under the freedom of our faith.

The Track Listing
1. Rise and Sing
2. Say Say
3. The Earth is Yours
4. In Christ Alone
5. Glorious
6. Yours Forever
7. Turn Your Eyes
8. A Mighty Fortress
9. Like a Lion
10. Our God
11. All I Have is Christ
12. Let It Out Now

*Don’t miss the hidden track!

Grab your copy today! 573-518-1131

We are excited to announce that we are bringing the movie Courageous to The Bridge on December 31st at 7:00 PM! Admission is FREE! Bring the whole family.

Why? Honor Begins at Home.

Courageous
December 31st
7:00 PM
Admission – Free
All general seating, arrive early.

The story of Christ’s birth is a story that not only changed the course of history, but one that also changed our life story as well. Join us as we worship fully the coming of Jesus!

Everyone is welcome to join us. We will sing, pray, take communion and learn from God’s word together. We’ll see you there! Kids are welcome to come in their pajamas!

December 24th
11:00 PM
Acoustic Worship
Message: “A King is Born” – Isaiah 11:1-5, Matthew 1 & 2

Dec 11th @ 9:00 & 10:45 – A Son is Given Isaiah 9:2-7

Dec 18th @ 9:00 & 10:45 – The Greatest Gift Isaiah 52:13-15, 53:1-12

Dec 24th @ 11:00 PM – A King is Born Isaiah 11:1-5, Matthew 1 & 2

Dec 25th @ 10:00 AM – A Heritage Received Isaiah 61

“Christmas Love Stories” Trailer from Roger Durbin on Vimeo.

Join the Table today: http://bridgelife.tableproject.org

What’s next?
Once you are on the Table, here are five things you can do to get started:

1. Get rid of that default photo and upload your own profile pic. This will help people learn who you are.
2. Fill out the ‘About Me’ section of your profile with your interests, gifts and skills. This will help connect you with others at church.
3. Browse ‘People’ and click over to the map view to find other people from church who live near you.
4. Go to the ‘Prayer Wall’ and pray for a few of the prayer requests. When you click ‘pray now’ the person can be notified that you prayed for them–instant encouragement!
5. Browse ‘Groups’ and join a few. If you don’t see your cell family or a group for your ministry or interest, go ahead and start one.

Need help?
If you need help with the Table we have three ways we can help you out:

1. Look for our genius Table helpers in the lobby after the service.
2. Send a quick note to one of the admins on the table or ask questions on the discussion board.
3. You can also check out the Table’s help section: http://www.tableproject.org/help