New Page About Us Mission & Vision Church History Pastor John Martin FAQ I'm New Directions Constitution Affirmation of Faith ByLaws Missions The Bible Eternal Life New Page Sunday Sermon Previous Sermons Live Stream Sermon Manuscripts Weekly Bulletin New Page Sunday Services Activities New Page Contact Us Donate Worship Team Application New Page New Page New Page New Page New Page New Page New Page Search Results New Page Updated Content The following pages were updated on December 1, 2024 Sunday Sermon (Live Stream) Sunday Sermon (Audio)

New Page About Us Mission & Vision Church History Pastor John Martin FAQ I'm New Directions Constitution Affirmation of Faith ByLaws Missions The Bible Eternal Life New Page Sunday Sermon Previous Sermons Live Stream Sermon Manuscripts Weekly Bulletin New Page Sunday Services Activities New Page Contact Us Donate Worship Team Application New Page New Page New Page New Page New Page New Page New Page Search Results New Page Click the calendar to view church events Submit a Prayer Request HERE This Site Was Last Updated on December 1, 2024 To View The Latest Updates, click HERE Dear Friend, Welcome to the Bridge Community Church Website Sunday Services Adult Bible Study: 9:30 a.m. Nursery Care: 10:30 a.m. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children's Church: 11:00 a.m. Attendance in Worship November 10, 2024 Adults - 91 Children & Youth - 8 Thank you for taking time to view all that our church has to offer. We are a fellowship of people who have been transformed by the love of our Lord Jesus Christ, His sacrifice for us, and His life in us. The best way to find out Jesus can transform your life is to comefor a visit and see for yourself! are a small church located on Harstine Island, about 12 miles north of Shelton, Washington. We were founded in 1996 and worshiped in the Harstine Island Community Hall until our new church building was completed in 2009. We are the only church on the island. Our congregation is made up of people from many Christian traditions, yet we find unity in our relationship with God. We hope you will find that we are a church where the Holy Spirit and the love of Christ is present in our worship, fellowship, prayer, Bible studies and our various ministries. We sincerely hope you will join us on Sunday mornings at 9:30 a.m. for adult or teen Bible study, and at 10:30 a.m. for a refreshing time of worship and study of God's word. We look forward to meeting you and answering any questions you may have. All are welcome at Bridge Community Church and we look forward to your visit! The best way to find out how Jesus can transform your life is to comefor a visit and see for yourself! Sincerely, Pastor John Martin and all the congregation at Bridge Community Church.

New Page About Us Mission & Vision Church History Pastor John Martin FAQ I'm New Directions Constitution Affirmation of Faith ByLaws Missions The Bible Eternal Life New Page Sunday Sermon Previous Sermons Live Stream Sermon Manuscripts Weekly Bulletin New Page Sunday Services Activities New Page Contact Us Donate Worship Team Application New Page New Page New Page New Page New Page New Page New Page Search Results New Page Sermon Manuscripts Click on a Sermon manuscript below to download that particular manuscript so that you may read it off-line. November 24, 2024 by Pastor John Martin Living For The End November 17, 2024 by Pastor John Martin Christian Works November 3, 2024 by Pastor John Martin I Have My Rights October 27, 2024 by Pastor John Martin Integrity October 13, 2024 by Pastor John Martin Broken Relationships

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New Page About Us Mission & Vision Church History Pastor John Martin FAQ I'm New Directions Constitution Affirmation of Faith ByLaws Missions The Bible Eternal Life New Page Sunday Sermon Previous Sermons Live Stream Sermon Manuscripts Weekly Bulletin New Page Sunday Services Activities New Page Contact Us Donate Worship Team Application New Page New Page New Page New Page New Page New Page New Page Search Results New Page Family Information Week Of November 24, 2024 To request prayer on the prayer chain, contact Doni Matthews at donimatt @aol.com or Alternatively, you can call the church office ( 360-426-6352 ) or send the request to Pastor John at johnmartin052@msn.com , who will forward it over to Doni for you. We have “Toddler” and “Kid” quiet activity bags available during the service. Request one from a greeter. If you would like a visit from Pastor John, just let him know and a time will be worked out to make it happen. The church pantry is available for anyone who could use help with food. Contact Pastor John. To schedule the use of the church building for church related functions, contact Dan or LaRae Peterson at: greenhouse171@icloud.com or call 360-426-6491. Need a name tag? There is a sign-up sheet in the foyer. Hearing Assistance Equipment is available. Please see the sound booth people to help you get set up. “Communication Central” hanging files have been set up (one for each family attending Bridge). These files are in the foyer, and are an easy way to distribute cards, notes, etc. If you would like to have your name added to the folders, please contact Cheryl Knowles at mrbingly@gmail.com . The sermons are available on this website. Go to the " Sunday Sermon " Page. Sermons are also being live streamed to YouTube. To view the live stream, go HERE Tithes and offerings may be deposited as an act of worship in the Offering Box located at the back of the sanctuary. Or, donations may be made using this website on the " Donate " page .

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New Page About Us Mission & Vision Church History Pastor John Martin FAQ I'm New Directions Constitution Affirmation of Faith ByLaws Missions The Bible Eternal Life New Page Sunday Sermon Previous Sermons Live Stream Sermon Manuscripts Weekly Bulletin New Page Sunday Services Activities New Page Contact Us Donate Worship Team Application New Page New Page New Page New Page New Page New Page New Page Search Results New Page Genereal Announcements Week Of November 24, 2024 WELCOME TO BRIDGE COMMUNITY CHURCH Families with last names beginning with “A through B” will provide snacks for the month of November. If you would like to help with meals for the Thrive Teen program on Tuesday evenings, there is a signup sheet on the countertop in the foyer. Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes: Thank You We currently have a need for the following volunteer ministry roles. If you are interested, please see Pastor John for details. Church Cleaning Team (One who likes to vacuum) If you have questions, comments, or suggestions regarding the pastor search process, please email David Bamford at davidpastorsearch@gmail.com . Thank you to all who gave, packed and delivered Thanksgiving baskets. You made a difference for 30 families. Terri Valley and her homeschool group will be doing a group Biology Lab Class between Jan. and June 2025. To do this, they will need access to microscopes. If you have one that could be loaned out, please contact Terri Valley, Jill Miller or Amy Schoenrock. We will have a Christmas Decorating Party with Thrive on Tues., 12/3, starting at 5:00 p.m. with a pizza dinner. Come and join the fun as we prepare for the coming of the Messiah. Bridge Community Church will be hosting the docudrama “Why the Nativity” produced by David Jeremiah and Turning Point Productions. This will be held on Sat., Dec.14, starting at 1:00 p.m. Light snacks will be provided. This is a great opportunity to invite friends who may be curious about what really stands behind our Christmas celebration.

New Page About Us Mission & Vision Church History Pastor John Martin FAQ I'm New Directions Constitution Affirmation of Faith ByLaws Missions The Bible Eternal Life New Page Sunday Sermon Previous Sermons Live Stream Sermon Manuscripts Weekly Bulletin New Page Sunday Services Activities New Page Contact Us Donate Worship Team Application New Page New Page New Page New Page New Page New Page New Page Search Results New Page Bulletin Insert Living For The End 2nd Peter 3:11-13 Outline of 2nd Peter: Opening Formula (1:1-2) Body of the Letter (1:3-3:16) 2.1 Exhortation to Progress in Virtue (1:3-21) 2.2. Condemnation of False Teachers (2:1-22) 2.3. Delay of the 2nd Coming (3:1- 16) 3. Concluding Exhortation (3:17- 18) 1. Introduction ~ the end is coming… sort of Rev 21:5-7 2. Context ~ Jesus holds the universe together Col 1:16-17 2.1. we also we have the promise of a new world 2 Pe 3:11-13 3. Background ~ & context is thick w/information 2 Pe 3:10 3.1. “‘but’” the day of the Lord will come…” God is merciful 3.1.1. He has delayed this Day 2 Pe 3:9 2 Pe 3:11 3.2. this gives us the motivation to live in a particular way 1 Tim 6:11 4. If/Then ~ since this world will be replaced by a new world filled… 4.1. we should be living right now for the future 2 Pe 3:11 4.1.1. the Gk participle “be dissolved” (λυομένων) (lŭ ŏ měnʹ ōn) 4.1.2. present tense-“being dissolved/destroyed” 4.2. there should be no delay Acts 3:19-21 1 John 2:15-17 5. Hastening ~ 2 Pe 3:12 we might actually “hasten” that Day Rev 21:27 5.1. we also have a commission Mark 16:15-16 Matt 6:10 6. Delayed ~ God knows exactly when this will happen Matt 24:36 6.1. He foreknows what His people will do Isa 46:9-10 7. All Things New ~ 2 Pe 3:13 Isa 65:17 Rom 8:22-23 7.1. with mankind’s sin the universe was cursed Gen 3:17-19 7.1.1. the curse will be gone Rev 21:1-2 8. Application ~ we should return to the question in 2 Pe 3:11 8.1. Scripture is unwavering, we are to be like Jesus 1 John 1:7 8.1.1. most of us are aware we cannot do this John 15:1 8.2. by faith we ask Him to be sovereign over ea new situation 8.2.1. we yield our will to His perfect will-by faith For Contemplation: In light of eternity, what does how I live right now say about what I believe? Homiletical Idea: Living in light of eternity gives us the best life possible right now. For Prayer: Father, I choose to surrender to Your Son who lives in me.

New Page About Us Mission & Vision Church History Pastor John Martin FAQ I'm New Directions Constitution Affirmation of Faith ByLaws Missions The Bible Eternal Life New Page Sunday Sermon Previous Sermons Live Stream Sermon Manuscripts Weekly Bulletin New Page Sunday Services Activities New Page Contact Us Donate Worship Team Application New Page New Page New Page New Page New Page New Page New Page Search Results New Page Upcoming Events Upcoming Events At Bridge Community Church December Hymn Sing Sunday, December 1st 6:30 p.m. Christmas Decorating Party with the Thrive Teen Group (pizza included) - December 3rd 10:00 a.m. - Noon Women's Fellowship - Christmas Gift Exchange Saturday, December 7th 10:00 a.m. - Noon John & Cindy Martin Open House Sunday, December 8th 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Men's Breakfast & Bible Study Saturday, December 14th 8 a.m. - 10 a.m. "BCC will be hosting the docu-drama "Why the Nativity" produced by David Jeremia and Turning Point Productions. This will be held on Saturday, 12/14, staring at 1:00 PM. Light snacks will be provided. This is a great opportunity to invite friends who may be curious about what really standing behind our Christmas celebration." Upcoming Events In & Around The Community November Pioneer Food Bank Tuesday, November 26th 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. at Bridge Community church

New Page About Us Mission & Vision Church History Pastor John Martin FAQ I'm New Directions Constitution Affirmation of Faith ByLaws Missions The Bible Eternal Life New Page Sunday Sermon Previous Sermons Live Stream Sermon Manuscripts Weekly Bulletin New Page Sunday Services Activities New Page Contact Us Donate Worship Team Application New Page New Page New Page New Page New Page New Page New Page Search Results New Page Prayer Requests Week of November 24, 2024 Click HERE to visit our " Questions About Prayer " Page Click HERE to visit our " When You Pray " Page Go directly to the Bulletin Insert Pray for the many unspoken prayer requests in our Church family. Pray for David Miller as he leads our Youth & Children’s Ministries. Pray for the salvation for our children and teens. Pray for those who serve through teaching the children. Pray for the Pastor Search Committee as they review applications. Also be praying for whoever God has selected to be our next pastor. Pray about where the Lord would have you serve Him through our church in 2025. Ask the Lord to use the “Reach the World Day” to reach our neighbors for Jesus. Pray for the Lord to raise up men to serve as Deacons. Pray for revival in our nation and for our elected leaders. Health Concerns Jean Brown requests prayers for Doug as he deals with congestive heart failure. Jackie Nelson requests prayers for her son as he recovers from emergency brain surgery. Pray for Whickey as she deals with extreme back pain and spasms. Kathy Funkhouser requests prayers for healing of her vision. Jeannie Howard requests prayer for her daughter, Jessica, suffering from congestive heart failure along with other life-issues. Pray for Jill Diehl as she recovers from a fractured pelvis along with blood clots in her lungs. Pray for Rick Lee’s father and mother as they deal with dementia and other health challenges. Missions Prayer Needs Pray for Centro Cristiano Cultural de Guatemala (CCCG). Pray for the Howe family in the Amazon Basin of Brazil. Pray for the Bamfords, missionaries in the Philippines working in the village of Maraqat w/ the Isnag people in Bible translation. Pray for our Frontiers missionaries, working on evangelism and discipleship in Muslim countries. FEBC is requesting prayer for protection for the churches in Ukraine as they serve as light in a dark world. Pray for our InFaith missionaries, Larry & Vonnie Pratt as they serve the Lord through their puppet ministry. Pray for Megan and Trevor James, missionaries with CRU evangelizing & discipling on the EWU campus. Pray for Rachel Faust, as she teaches grade school students at Immanuel Mission to the Navajo in northern Arizona. Pray for the Trust Jesus evangelistic outreach ministry. Hold “His Mercy” outreach to our neighbors up in prayer. Pray for Christians in Turkey where a massive earthquake in 2023 has brought great hardship to the church in that region. Pray for the salvation of God’s people in Israel. Insert Bulletin Insert Week of November 24, 2024 Well, it’s hard to miss the fact that the days are getting shorter, the nights are longer, and there is very definitely a chill in the air. Now, many of you have moved here from places that get much colder than here, Cindy and I did. The frost and snow can be really pretty, assuming you’re willing to go out into it. The thing is, time moves on and the days will continue to get shorter and shorter, and then it will be getting colder and colder. In that regard, is your spiritual life doing the same thing? As time goes on are you allowing yourself to get colder and colder? Are you getting darker and darker with time? It happens so very easily! All you have to do is… nothing! You’re either growing in the Lord, which also means you’re putting effort into your relationship with Him, or you’re getting spiritually frosty. It won’t take long for that frostiness to express itself through meanness of attitude, word, and deed. How might we encourage the light of the Lord to shine through our lives? That, after all, is our calling. We’re supposed to be little images of Jesus walking around. When people interact with you, they’re not supposed to get frost bite, they’re supposed to feel the warmth of the love of the Lord expressed through you. That will only happen when you spend intentional time in the presence of the Lord. I get it, we become busy, it’s dark and we get sleepy; a little rest, a little slumber, and we’re no longer in any kind of meaningful relationship with Jesus. To correct this, you guessed it! You’re going to have to cultivate the spiritual discipline of prayer. That will undergird every other aspect of your life in Christ… or not. The choice is yours. What will you decide to do as you prepare to celebrate Jesus’ coming?