Bridgeway Christian Church

Want to know what's going on at Bridgeway? Check here for the latest news and events. This is a summary listing. More detailed information may be available under the specific ministry areas on this web site.

Updated: August 27, 2010

COMING EVENTS:

School Supplies for Romanian Orphans - DROP OFF IN LOBBY August 28 & 29
Want to make a positive influence in a child's life? We'll be collecting school supplies to send to Romanian orphans: pens, pencils, erasers, pencil sharpeners, colored pencils, paint sets w/brushes, washable markers, sharpie markers, scissors, math flash cards, math workbooks, small school totes, staplers/staples, scotch tape, white glue, glue sticks.

Women’s Ministry Fall Kickoff - Register Now Through Sunday 8.29.10
Fall registration is open online and in the lobby. All groups begin the week of Sept. 6 depending on the day/night your group is scheduled to meet. Register as soon as possible as groups fill up quickly. For more info check the Women's Ministry website or contact Vicki Graeff at 916-408-7208 or

Men’s Ministry FORGE Kickoff - Tuesdays 6:30–8:30pm, starting 9.7.10 - Register Now!
Join the men of Bridgeway for a time of worship, Bible study, prayer, and fellowship. Pre-registration online required, as there is a cost for the material. Click here for more information and to register. Study lasts about 8 weeks. See web for more details or contact Brian Risse at 916-717-7522, .

Crown Financial Small Groups - Starting the Week of Sunday 9.12.10 - Sign up now!
New Crown groups will be starting again the week of September 12th. Click here for more information. Sign up at church this weekend. This is a 10-week class. $50 per person or $60 per couple. A mandatory orientation meeting will be held Sunday, August 29, from 4:00-5:00pm at Bridgeway. Questions? Call or email Terry and Virginia Edwards at 916-786-7881, .

Blueprints for Growth - Classes Start September 12th
Blueprints represents a church-wide strategy for making disciples at Bridgeway. We will be offering a number of adult classes designed to help us get better grounded in our walks with the Lord and get a better grasp of the Bible. Click here for more information. Classes starting on Sept 12th include:
  - Your New Life in Christ - a class for new believers
  - Stuck to Unstuck – Greenlighting Your Spiritual Life with God
  - Does God Exist? Building the Scientific Case for the Existence of God

Journeys - Sunday @ 5pm
We are Bridgeway’s ministry for unmarried adults 30-49. Childcare is currently not available but we are working on getting this implemented as soon as possible. For info, email Stacie Evans at .

Young Adult Ministry - Tuesdays @ 7pm
For 18-30 year olds. Worship, teaching, fellowship and fun! Childcare provided. For more info, contact Sarah at

Kidsway Family Day - Rivercats Game - Sunday 8.29.10 @ 1pm
You and your family are invited to our Kidsway Day Out at the RiverCats game. Purchase your ticket online for $7.00 (Grass Seating), or $9.00 at the Gate. Children 2 and under are FREE. Look for the Kidsway signs and Staff Shirts! Questions or info:

Women’s Mentoring Ministry - Tuesday 8.31.10 @ 7pm–9pm 
Become a mentor to another lady in the church. Training available on August 31 in the Community Hall.

Marriage Enrichment Class - Starts Wednesday 9.8.10 @ 6:30pm – 8:00pm
Love and Respect marriage small group class. Meet other couples who are also trying to have a godly marriage and are learning how to better communicate. Childcare provided but we are still working out the details and cost.

Parenting Class - Starts Wednesday 9.8.10 @ 6:30pm–7:45pm 
The Toddler Transition: Parenting your 18 – 36 month old, by Gary & Anne Marie Ezzo. This is a 9-week class. For more info or to sign up, contact Keith & Susan Richey at 916-580-3492 or . Cost is $20. Childcare is provided for birth – 5th grade at an additional cost of $25.00 per child.

Soul Care Monthly Workshop - Wednesday 9.8.10 @6:30-8pm
In the Hub. Topic: How to Have a Healthy Family in Today’s Fast-paced World. Register online or with Laura Frederick at

DivorceCare - Starting Friday 9.10.10 @ 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Marriage in crisis? Separated? Divorced? Divorce Care is a 13-week, Christ-centered group offering help, hope and healing for the wounds of divorce. Contact Jamie McKeller for more info at 916-759-1597.

Boot Scootin’ Benefit - Friday 9.10.10 @ 6:00pm–9:30pm
Featuring Chris Gardner Band, BBQ dinner, and a silent auction! Proceeds to benefit Nevaeh’s Hope, a non-profit maternity home for displaced pregnant women and their children. For more info visit nevaehshope.org.

Introduction to Coaching - Friday 9.17.10 @ 6pm-9pm
Learn about Coaching and experience the benefit of it in your ministry, relationships, parenting, friendships and workplace conversations. Sign up in the lobby or online.

Premarital Counseling - Starting Saturday 9.25.10 @ 7pm-9pm
Getting married? Join Pastor Lance for this six-week premarital counseling class. Cost is $350. To register, send your information to Diane at .