February Announcements

Kingdom Stories- Leading up to Palm Sunday, we will be studying some of Jesus’ parables as recorded in the gospel of Luke. There are treasures to be found as we dig into these kingdom stories that Jesus told.

Communion- February 4 and 18

Salvation Army Lunches- On the first and third Monday of each month The Bridge will be providing lunch for clients at the Salvation Army. The meals are served from 1-2:30 pm and we need a rotation of people to set up and serve. You can sign up to provide food or volunteer on the Meal Trains below.

February 15- https://mealtrain.com/od7gw4

March 7- https://mealtrain.com/m351kl

Intro to The Bridge- Whether you are brand new or have been attending for a while, if you would like to learn more about The Bridge, this meeting is for you. Pastor Steven will share more about our mission, vision, and core values as well as ways to connect in community and plug in to serve. Lunch will be provided. Reservations are required, and the meeting is limited to 15 adults. Register on Church Center or HERE.

Ash Wednesday Service- Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the Lenten season, a time the church has traditionally reserved for prayer and fasting. We will be observing this day with a service of worship and prayer at 7 pm on February 14.

Down by the Riverside- A National Day of Prayer Event- May 2 is a day set aside for our nation to pray. We will be gathering with other believers at the Alton Amphitheater throughout the day to pray for our community and to worship together. Many hands are needed to plan and prepare for this event. If you would like to participate, talk to Stephen Fox.

IF- Get ready for a spectacular two days together at IF:2024!! Christ's mission for us is to go and make disciples; this year's global IF simulcast will inspire us to live our days with this intention. Invite your friends and don’t miss this opportunity to worship, praise, eat, pray, laugh, and cry together. High school and college students are welcome to attend!Register on Church Center for your IF ticket. Please register by 2/9. https://thebridgealton.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2057306

Restore Network Banquet- Make plans today to join us on Saturday, February 24 for the 8th annual Restore Network Banquet and fundraiser! At the banquet, dinner will be served as we celebrate how God is moving to care for children in foster care, share stories from The Restore Network ministry, and hear from the Restore Network Kids’ Choir. Cathy and Rich Coffman will be hosting tables for The Bridge and would love for you to sit with them! Talk to Cathy to reserve your seats.

There {4} Gathering- For years the women at The Bridge have hosted IF: Gathering. This year, we are excited to participate in There {4} Gathering for High School girls. Similar in style to IF, this weekend is a time of encouragement for our students as they listen to speakers, connect with each other and enjoy all of their favorite things. 

This overnight event will be held at Julie Paul’s house. For more details, talk to Julie Paul or Natalie Runyon. Register to attend at https://thebridgealton.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2133083

Trivia Night at The Bridge- Gather your friends for an evening of fun and enjoy ten rounds of trivia through the decades emceed by Jeff Maynard. Tickets are $25 a person or reserve a table for 8 people for $200. All proceeds from the evening will help our Bridge Kids attend CentriKids Camp this summer. Do you own a business that would like to sponsor a round or donate items for a raffle? Please talk to Nikki Fiedler. A limited number of tables are available. Reserve yours today at https://thebridgealton.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2111653

When You Pray- Experience a transformative prayer retreat designed exclusively for women. Take a break from the demands of life and immerse yourself in a weekend of prayer, reflection, and fellowship. This two night retreat will take place in Innsbrook, MO and is limited in space to 24 women. $150 covers lodging, five meals, snacks and a prayer journal. A $50 non-refundable deposit is required to hold your spot. Registration will close on 2/29 or when we reach capacity. For more details, or to register go to https://thebridgealton.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2118293

As a church that is for our city, we want to encourage those who call The Bridge their home to check out and support local events and live missionally in our community.

February 13: What's Up Downtown 5:30pm-7pm at iMerge Community Center

February 17: Ice Jam at the Dam 10am-3pm at National Great Rivers Museum, click HERE for more info!

February 22: Robert Wadlow's 106th Birthday 4pm-9pm at Old Bakery - Never met him? That's OK! Come grab a bite to eat in celebration of Alton's gentle giant.

If photography is your thing, we need your help! We are looking for a few people who can take photos for use on social media. Please talk to Natalie, if you’re interested in serving in this capacity.

Our nursery is busting at the seams! We're separating babies from toddlers, and we need lots of volunteers! If you'd like to help, talk to Jill Adam.

From Beginning to Forever- Many Christians today are daunted by the Bible, seeing the size and scope of Scripture as intimidating and overwhelming. The result is often a fragmented understanding of parts of the Bible. In From Beginning to Forever, Elizabeth Woodson guides you through the story of the Bible, showing how all 66 books combine to form one unified narrative. Weaving together the rich theological truths found in Genesis through Revelation, this 8-session study shows the eternal significance of what God is doing in the world and how he invites us to be a part of it. Women, join us for this study on Monday mornings at 9:30, beginning 1/22. Childcare is provided. Please register at https://thebridgealton.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2036969

Weight of Glory- A journey of faith, the visual arts and culture. For the next two months we will consider the writings of C.S. Lewis alongside scripture. Class is led by Dan Nickel and Ben Meydam on Sunday mornings at 9 AM, beginning on February 4.

Men's Bible Study-Tuesday mornings from 7-8, the men of The Bridge meet to study and discuss the upcoming week's sermon text. Coffee and donuts are provided.

Women’s Community Group: Each week we study the upcoming sermon text together with women from The Bridge and the community. We’d love for you to join us! We meet from 6-8 pm at local homes. For details, contact Brenda Wooff or register on Church Center. https://thebridgealton.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2061598

Adult Bible Study: Thursday nights from 7-8, any adults are welcome to meet in this open group for study and discussion of the upcoming week's sermon text in the adult education room.  Coffee is provided. Talk to Jon Davis for more details.

Community Groups:There are a variety of Community Groups that meet throughout the year. To find a Community Group that’s right for you, or to learn more about leading or hosting a group, see Pastor Jon.