Life Changes @ Bridges

What God is doing at Bridges and what people are saying...

Perspectives

January 27-June 1, 5:00-8:30 pm

This 16-week course will change your life by giving you a new perspective on God’s heart for global outreach. It will help motivate you to get involved in the life of the Kingdom. For high schoolers to senior adults, for enrichment or for college/graduate credit. For more information, call the church office at 510.651.2030. Brochures available at the information booths.

Food Pantry Needs

The Daily Bread Food Pantry thanks you for your past support. We are providing continuing weekly support for needy families. Food items needed: soups, cereals, mac & cheese, peanut butter, jelly, juices, tuna, toiletries, veggies, fruits, and condiments. Thanks for your continued support!

Bridges Needs You

We are currently in great need for volunteers in the following ministries. If you would like to offer your act of service one or two Sundays per month please click the contact name below to e-mail the leader for that ministry and let them know of your interest.

•  Communion Prep Coordinator – This individual schedules volunteers to prepare the communion elements once a month. He/she also tracks the supplies and orders more as needed. Contact: Scott Taylor

•  Usher – Each week we need volunteers who are willing to hand-out bulletins, seat visitors, and answer questions related to the venue. Commitment Time: 8:30-10:30 am or 10:15 am-12:15 pm. Contact : Video Cafe: Mark Bartlett | Live: Steve Moniz | Livermore: Benoit Roure

•  Food Prep – Help cut pastries, prepare coffee and present the food for use in our Video Cafe. Commitment Time: 8:00-10:00 am or 10:00 am-12:00 pm. Contact: Scott Taylor

•  Parking Attendant – Can you smile big and wave hello? Then you are a perfect candidate for parking attendant. We are in need of individuals who can direct attendees and visitors as they look for parking in our lot or off-site. Commitement Time: 8:00-10:00 am or 10:00 am-12:00 pm. Contact: Ernie Casados

•  Bus Drivers – Do you have a license to drive buses? If so, we are in need of volunteers to help drive kids and youth to camps and on day trips. Commitment: Variable. Contact: Sue Edstrom 

Summer Outreach Opportunity

July 11-16, Mission Springs Conference Center, Scotts Valley, CA

Joni and Friends (disability outreach of Joni Eareckson Tada) is looking for volunteers to serve at their Family Retreat. The camp needs 60-70 volunteer counselors to care for campers. You must be at least 16 years old to volunteer and the camp will provide training. Please contact Sarah Mills for more information.

Having a Hard Time Finding Parking?

Our main lot is frequently full. Don’t forget that we have off-site parking at Hopkins Junior High (across the street) and at both realty offices on the corners of Driscoll and Mission. Please park along the wall in these lots. Parking off-site is a great opportunity to show love to newcomers and families with small children by allowing them to park closer to the church!

Celebration Update

On Sunday, April 27, we celebrated our semi-annual membership meeting at 3:00 pm. During this meeting we approved our church treasurer: Travis Carr; church clerk: Laurie Walter; and four elders: Pat Caples, Chuck Collins, Randy Olsen, and Stephen Olsen. We appreciate your part in affirming the leadership of Bridges and look forward to another great year of ministry. Take every opportunity to encourage and appreciate those continuing to serve our church through ministry positions of leadership.

Through the Library Door

New to the library–you are in for a treat since we are overflowing with great books, tapes, videos and DVDs for everyone in the family. Regular users–some new books are displayed in the window, but don’t just stop there, come in to browse through all the many exciting offerings. Betty, Karen, or Mary are waiting to help you find just the right thing for you!

Video Team

The Video Team helps video tape each service as well as operates the cameras during the service. If you have the ability to film, check out this ministry. Your own equipment is not necessary. Will train. For more information, contact Brian Clark or Joe Au.

Little Lamb Preschool Openings

We are offering new session options which include 2 and 5 days/week, half-day Kindergarten readiness classes as well as five 3 and 2 day options for three-year-olds. Please call the office at 510.656.1359 for a tour appointment if you are interested in placing your child in our school, as spots fill quickly.

BridgeKids Clubhouse

BridgeKids Clubhouse welcomes your special needs child to join with friends each Sunday at 10:45 am in B105. For more information about this class and other opportunities contact Connie Bush.

Little Lamb Employment Opportunities

Little Lamb Ministries is accepting applications for a Kitchen Coordinator position that is 23 hours/week. There are also two teaching positions, one part-time 21-23 hours/week and one full-time 37.5 hours/week. Both teaching positions require a minimum of 12 ECE units. All of these positions will begin in September. Please call Diane at 510.656.1359 if you would like more information about any of these positions.

VBS-Knight Crossing – Aug 4-8

August 4-8

Save the dates! VBS is for ages 4 through those going into 4th grade. Registration will begin on Sunday, June 1. To volunteer or for more information, contact Grace Montenegro.

Day Camp-Knight Training – Aug 4-8

August 4-8

Save the dates! Day Camp is for children entering 5th and 6th grades. Students going into 7th grade may attend all summer activities with Underground, our junior high youth group. Registration will begin on Sunday, June 1. For more information, contact Pattie Larsen.

Awana – Thursday

Hey Awana clubbers! We have just two more regular club nights remaining in the Awana club year! Awana parents–Cubbies/Sparks Awards Night is May 29 and T&T/Trek/Journey Awards Night is June 5.

Underground – Sunday

Underground – Wednesday

7:00 pm, C306/307

Take  a mid-week break from school. Relax and enjoy fun and games in the Junior High Underground followed by our small group meetings. This is a great time to  bring a friend (or two). Pick-up is at 8:30 pm if you have homework you need  to complete, otherwise please have your parents collect you at 9:00 pm.

REACH – May 16-17

Underground (Jr High) will be getting hands-on experience in a service project to our community. Join us as we learn how to best meet the needs of people in our society. The last date to sign up is May 12. Grab a flyer in the Underground for more information.

Powerhouse – Small Groups

Powerhouse – Wednesday

7:00 pm, C308

We are doing a series called “Social Jesus.” We will be continuing our discussion on how to show love and compassion to those in need. Join us to learn how to have the heart of Jesus!

‘Xtreme Summer Camp – Jun 21-26

June 21-26, Alliance Redwoods Conference Center

Register now for the best week you’re gonna have all summer at Alliance Redwoods Conference Center in Occidental. Cost is $320 before May 15. Contact the Student Ministries office for more details.

Going to the Gun Range – May 17

May 17, 8:00 am, Chabot Gun Range

Band of Brothers, in recognition of Armed Forces Day, is heading out to the gun range. We will meet at Bridges at 8:00 am and car pool together. Stop by our table on the patio on Sunday for more information. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Father’s Day Car Show & BBQ – Jun 15

Sunday, June 15

Enjoy a hamburger or hotdog and a Dad’s rootbeer float. For more information, contact Mark Bartlett or Howie Thompson.