FAQs

Which denomination are you?

The Bridge Bible Church is a gospel-centered church that preaches from the Bible. We are non-denominational, but we are part of a wider network under the Converge Great Lakes which has Baptist roots. More about our beliefs here.

What do people wear to church?

Great question! You can wear your Sunday best if you want, but most attendees dress very casual (even during the Easter and Christmas holidays)

What can I expect on a Sunday?

We have one Sunday service at 10am. There are no set of rules regarding structure, but most often we'll open with a few worship songs, followed by teaching from the Bible before finally finishing with another song or two. Most services run around an hour and fifteen minutes to an hour and twenty-five minutes. There are separate programs and childcare available for kids as well (see below).

The worship band is a contemporary worship band that varies from an acoustic setup to full on drums and electric guitars. In the lobby is a Get Connected table. Feel free to ask someone at the table or one of the greeters any questions to find out more about the church, events or classes. Let us know if you're visiting for the first time and we'll provide you with our welcome bag! 

Will I be contacted after my first visit?

This is entirely up to you. We have Next Step cards available for you to provide information, prayer requests, get connected or ask questions. You can fill one of these out and drop it in one of the black offering boxes or complete it online and someone from the church will follow up with you. Otherwise, simply take the gift bag and skip the card.

Who goes to the church?

A bunch of imperfect people. Our church is full of various people ranging in age, occupation, social life, and background, each of us has a story and none of us are perfect, nor do we pretend to be.

Can anyone take communion?

We celebrate communion usually the first Sunday of the month as a reminder of God’s gift to us in Jesus Christ. Anyone who is a Christ-follower is welcome to take communion.

Do you have childcare?

Our nursery features childcare for infants up to three years old. KidZone is for our kids age four through 4th grade. If there is a fifth Sunday during a month, Kidzone will not be offered and children are welcome in the service (coloring packets available as always).

We can always use more volunteers to continue to offer all of our children’s programs. If you can help, let us know!

Which bible do you use?

Attendees can bring a Bible of their own if they wish. The Bridge provides ESV Bibles during services. This is the version is most often cited during the sermon.

What other things do you offer outside of church?

There are a lot of connection points available at the Bridge. First and foremost we encourage everyone to get involved in a Community Group. For middle and high school youth, there is a youth group called 1335. For elementary school kids, the Bridge offers Vacation Bible School (VBS) for a week in the summer. We also offer Counseling and a variety of programs under the counseling umbrella, including our Hope for Addiction group. There are also various events and classes throughout the year which you can keep up with on the using our free Church Center App.

How do I join a community group?

More information on Community Groups is available here, where you will also find a list of groups. If you'd like more information or help figuring out which group might be for you, just contact the Bridge Office.

What is your leadership structure?

The Bridge is an elder-led church, as opposed to elder-ruled, pastor-led or board-led. The church body as a whole provides approval/election of the elders as well as voting on larger church-wide recommendations from the elders. We refer to our structure as:

  • Jesus led

  • Bible-based

  • Spirit-empowered

  • Elder governed

  • Staff run

  • Partner driven

Where do I give?

No monetary donations are required by attendees, should you feel led to give you may do so by placing your offering in the black offering box on the back wall of the gathering space. You may also give online. 

Do I have to join your church, or how do I join your church?

We do have church members, which we refer to as Covenant Partners. No one is required to become a Covenant Partner. To be a Covenant Partner at The Bridge is to be rooted in Christ and to do life together on the mission to which He has called us. Attending our Origins and All-In class, which is available a few times a year at no cost, is a prerequisite for Covenant Partners. This class provides an excellent overview of what the Bridge is all about and defines what it means to be a Covenant Partner.

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