Leader(s): Joshua Clark   George Kehoe  
Day: Thursday   Time of day: 7:00am  
Location: Bridge Church-Small Group Room  
Topic: Mens Groups   Ministry: Small Groups   Lifestage: Any Adult   Gender Mix: Boys / Men   Childcare: No  
Description: Join us as we study A Discipleship Journey! Which is geared for those who are hungry to grow as a disciple of Jesus as well as those who desire to become effective and fruitful disciple makers.

Leader(s): Joshua Clark   Brad Lowery  
Day: Saturday   Time of day: 7:00pm  
Location: Leader's Home  
Topic: Young Adult   Ministry: Small Groups   Lifestage: Any Adult   Gender Mix: Co-ed / Mixed   Childcare: No  
Description: The group for dudes figuring out what to do after high school and college!

You’re too old for youth group… you’re too young for the grown up groups… but you’re technically an adult and want to be treated like it. You’re just still figuring out what adulting even means.

Leader(s): Joshua Clark   J.D. Dulanto-Hassenstein   Katrin Dulanto-Hassenstein  
Day: Tuesday   Time of day: 6:30pm  
Location: Bridge Church  
Topic: Spiritual Development Groups   Ministry: Small Groups   Lifestage: Any Adult   Gender Mix: Co-ed / Mixed   Childcare: No  
Description: We will read three questions and answers together from the book: Answers in Genesis by Ken Ham to gain deeper godly perspectives. No materials required. 1. God: Is there really a God? What is God’s Love vs the Culture of Love today? Could include Sin: What is Sin? Origin of Sin, Types of Sin, Is there death before Sin? Hope for Sin 2. Suffering: Why does God allow suffering? (What does this question reveal about how we view God?) 3. Choice of the group (out of the book Answers in Genesis) 4. Q&A with a pastor or another topic from the book Answers in Genesis We will meet for 4 weeks Tue the 29th of Oct till 19th of Nov. from 18:30 – 20:00 More info: www.AnswersInGenesis.org We are Christians , “unschooled ordinary man” (Acts 4:13) with questions (and some answers) and would like to start an honest, open discussion for three topics with the biblical sense of Iron sharpens Iron (Proverbs 27:17).

Leader(s): Joe Bobbitt   Joshua Clark  
Day: Tuesday   Time of day: 8:00am  
Location: TBD - Bridge Church  
Topic: Mens Groups   Ministry: Small Groups   Lifestage: Any Adult   Gender Mix: Boys / Men   Childcare: No  
Description: Men's group growing towards being the Husbands, Fathers and Community Members that God calls us to be. This semester we will be studying the book of Titus

Leader(s): Joshua Clark   Paul E. White  
Day: Thursday   Time of day: 8:00am  
Location: The Bridge Church- CTC  
Topic: Activity Groups   Ministry: Small Groups   Lifestage: Any Adult   Gender Mix: Co-ed / Mixed   Childcare: No  
Description: In the summer, this group rides together on Saturday morning at 10 am. In the summer heat, we ride on Thursdays at 8AM. Rides are usually 17-25 miles and minimum ride speed requirement is 12 mph.

Leader(s): Jose Pagan   Joshua Clark   Christopher Rodgers  
Day: Tuesday   Time of day: 7:00pm  
Location: Bridge Church  
Topic: Support/Recovery Groups   Ministry: Small Groups   Lifestage: Any Adult   Gender Mix: Co-ed / Mixed   Childcare: No  
Description: To help and guide people to walk in the freedom of addiction. Helping them understand that they can break generational curses through scriptures.

Leader(s): Joe Bobbitt   Joshua Clark  
Day: Sunday   Time of day: 10:30am  
Location: The Bridge Church  
Topic: Spiritual Development Groups   Ministry: Small Groups   Lifestage: Any Adult   Gender Mix: Co-ed / Mixed   Childcare: Yes  
Description: Ever hear a sermon on Sunday and by Tuesday forget what it was about? Well, Digging Deeper is for you. We will review the day's sermon and sermon points and we then discuss how we can apply it to our lives.

Leader(s): Joshua Clark   Linda Hasbrouck  
Day: Monday   Time of day: Not Applicable  
Location: Bridge Church  
Topic: Activity Groups   Ministry: Small Groups   Lifestage: Anyone   Gender Mix: Co-ed / Mixed   Childcare: No  
Description: The group will read and discuss a short play or skit, talking about the different characters' parts in the story. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about the elements of performing with the goal of presenting their play to each other or an invited audience.

Leader(s): Joshua Clark   Bill Mitravich  
Day: Saturday   Time of day: 8:30am  
Location: DeSoto Trail  
Topic: Activity Groups   Ministry: Small Groups   Lifestage: Any Adult   Gender Mix: Co-ed / Mixed   Childcare: No  
Description: Anyone of any age is welcome to walk along the Desoto Trail. Dogs are more than welcome to come, must be on a leash.

Leader(s): Donny Evans   Joshua Clark  
Day: Sunday   Time of day: 11:00am  
Location: The Bridge Church -Bridge Kids  
Topic: Spiritual Development Groups   Ministry: Small Groups   Lifestage: Any Adult   Gender Mix: Co-ed / Mixed   Childcare: No  
Description: Teaching on how we should live our Christian lives and the resources we have to be successful in growing in Christ and fulfilling the purpose he has for out lives.

Leader(s): Joshua Clark   Liddy Cuellar-Moore   Maria Isabel Berger  
Day: Tuesday   Time of day: 7:00pm  
Location: Leader's Home -34209  
Topic: Spiritual Development Groups   Ministry: Small Groups   Lifestage: Any Adult   Gender Mix: Co-ed / Mixed   Childcare: No  
Description: *Spanish Group- Fellowship, bible study in Spanish. Estudio bíblico y compañerismo en Español.

Leader(s): Joshua Clark   Cindi Werts  
Day: Tuesday   Time of day: 6:30pm  
Location: Bridge Church CTC  
Topic: Activity Groups   Ministry: Small Groups   Lifestage: Any Adult   Gender Mix: Girls / Women   Childcare: No  
Description: Exercise with a focus on Balance, Strength, and Movement. Reading Honoring God with My Body for encouragement and special segments on health.

Leader(s): Lucas Ashley   Joshua Clark   Kristine Ashley  
Day: Wednesday   Time of day: 6:00pm  
Location: Bridge Church  
Topic: Spiritual Development Groups   Ministry: Small Groups   Lifestage: Any Adult   Gender Mix: Co-ed / Mixed   Childcare: Yes  
Description: Starting on September 25, come join Pastor Lucas and Kristine Ashley, to discover and gain an understanding of how to read the Bible. This study will be taught from "How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth" by Gordon D. Fee and Douglas Stuart. We will be reading the book individually on our own. Then meet together on Wednesday night to fill out the workbook and answer any questions. This class requires everyone to buy the book. Child care will be provided, pre-registration is required.

Leader(s): Joshua Clark   Linda Forbes  
Day: Saturday   Time of day: 4:30pm  
Location: Bridge Church  
Topic: Spiritual Development Groups   Ministry: Small Groups   Lifestage: Any Adult   Gender Mix: Co-ed / Mixed   Childcare: No  
Description: By our steadfast obedience to our Lord, Jesus Christ, we are Victorious Christians, and we will inherit all the promises that God has made to the faithful. This is practical application of God's word to live in victory!

Leader(s): J.D. Dulanto-Hassenstein   Joshua Clark   Katrin Dulanto-Hassenstein  
Day: Monday   Time of day: 6:00pm  
Location: Bridge Church  
Topic: Marriage and Family   Ministry: Small Groups   Lifestage: Any Adult   Gender Mix: Co-ed / Mixed   Childcare: No  
Description: Find out God’s design for marriage and ponder over three questions: 1. Why do we negatively react to each other? 2. How can we energize our spouse and respond more positively? 3. What can we do, when our spouse continues to be negative while we are trying to be loving and respectful? Will God help? This is a video-based bible study. We will watch a recorded marriage conference with Dr. Emerson Eggerich, the author of Love and Respect. No materials needed. We will meet for 7 weeks Monday the 28th of Oct till 9th of Dec. from 18:00-20:00 When we marry we want to find the right person, but we rarely think about being the right person. Come to the Love and Respect Bible Study to be inspired how to be the right person in marriage, in friendship, in relationship, at work, at the Bridge and how to do marriage God’s way.

Leader(s): Joshua Clark   Megan Barnett  
Day: Thursday   Time of day: 9:00am  
Location: Bridge Church Playground  
Topic: Womens Groups   Ministry: Small Groups   Lifestage: Any Adult   Gender Mix: Girls / Women   Childcare: No  
Description: Mamas 31:27 (Proverbs 31:27) is a place to be part of a mama village for encouragement, support, sanity, and more.

Leader(s): Paul E. White   Steve M. Valeria   Dana P. Reed   Joshua Clark  
Day: Saturday   Time of day: 7:00am  
Location: The Bridge Church - CTC Building  
Topic: Mens Groups   Ministry: Small Groups   Lifestage: Any Adult   Gender Mix: Boys / Men   Childcare: No  
Description: We are seeking God searching for three specific areas:
1. Searching for Love as men 2. Realizing the greatness of our God 3. Changing our motivation in life. We read and study the Bible. Breakfast provided. If you can chip in $5.00 it will help with the cost. We will once again be meeting Saturday morning at the CTC Building at The Bridge at 7AM. This semester we are finishing up the book of Daniel and then starting into the Book of Revelation. This journey is based on a series of Wednesday evening lessons by Pastor Gary Hamrick at Cornerstone Chapel.

Leader(s): Scott Scantlin   Joshua Clark  
Day: Thursday   Time of day: 6:30am  
Location: ReVive Nutrition  
Topic: Mens Groups   Ministry: Small Groups   Lifestage: Any Adult   Gender Mix: Boys / Men   Childcare: No  
Description: Our Thursday morning Bible Study group is open to all men, regardless of their level of experience with the teachings of Christ. We meet every Wednesday at 6:30am, and there's no set format - we simply choose a book to read and discuss. Whether you're a seasoned warrior or a newcomer to the faith, we welcome you to join us. We look forward to having you become a part of our community of believers.

Leader(s): Joshua Clark   Sandi Routhier  
Day: Thursday   Time of day: 10:00am  
Location: Bridge Church  
Topic: Activity Groups   Ministry: Small Groups   Lifestage: Any Adult   Gender Mix: Co-ed / Mixed   Childcare: No  
Description: We will gather to learn and create quilts. Teaching those who need to learn and encouraging those who already know how. You will need to bring your own sewing machine and supplies. This Fall we will be making a block each week to build a quilt designed by Pat Sloan. If you wish to work on your own project, we would love to fellowship with you! I will be available to help with as much as I can.

Leader(s): Joshua Clark   Ken L. Sexton  
Day: Sunday   Time of day: 9:00am  
Location: Bridge Church  
Topic: Spiritual Development Groups   Ministry: Small Groups   Lifestage: Anyone   Gender Mix: Co-ed / Mixed   Childcare: No  
Description: Andy Stanley course that engages discussion on Christian faith. Designed to include everyone: seekers, new believers and agnostics.

Leader(s): Joshua Clark   Donna Stoutin  
Day: Tuesday   Time of day: 10:00am  
Location: Bridge Church  
Topic: Spiritual Development Groups   Ministry: Small Groups   Lifestage: Any Adult   Gender Mix: Co-ed / Mixed   Childcare: No  
Description: If you were born in the 1930's (20's), this is one of your groups. Exploring Scripture for what our Christian life should be now.

Leader(s): Ryan C. Scott   Joshua Clark   Katie Scott  
Day: Wednesday   Time of day: Not Applicable  
Location: Bridge Church  
Topic: Marriage and Family   Ministry: Small Groups   Lifestage: Any Adult   Gender Mix: Co-ed / Mixed   Childcare: No  
Description: FamilyLife's The Art of Parenting will help you to experience God's Truth and apply His Word in you family by focusing your attention on four crucial elements in your children's lives: 1. Identity - Understanding who they are in Christ. 2. Character - Learning to live wisely and honorably. 3. Relationships - Fostering Godly connections with others. 4. Mission - Understanding why they are here. When you apply Biblical truths in these four areas, you can feel confident your children will have a foundation they can build upon for the rest of their lives.

Leader(s): Joshua Clark   Scott Scantlin   Kim Scantlin  
Day: Wednesday   Time of day: 6:30pm  
Location: ReVive Nutrition  
Topic: Activity Groups   Ministry: Small Groups   Lifestage: Any Adult   Gender Mix: Co-ed / Mixed   Childcare: No  
Description: Join us on Wednesday nights to transform our body, mind & spirit. If you're ready for a change this night is for you. We'll meet weekly up until Thanksgiving. We'll cover healthy habits, nutrition, fitness, meal planning, supplementation, plus more! We'll have a support & accountability daily chat group online. Beach workouts, walking, and stretching for movement. Celebration & recognition of most transformation. Come join the fun!

Leader(s):
Day: Tuesday   Time of day: 6:30pm  
Location: Bridge Church  
Topic: Spiritual Development Groups   Ministry: Small Groups   Lifestage: Any Adult   Gender Mix: Co-ed / Mixed   Childcare: No  
Description: A place for skeptics, strugglers, agnostics and atheists to have rational and honest conversations about issues that make faith difficult:
There can’t be just One true religion.
Science has disproved Christianity.
How can you trust the Bible with so many interpretations?
How can a loving God send people to hell?
Christians are hypocrites and all churches want is your money.
How could a good God allow suffering?

Leader(s): Joshua Clark   Lucas Ashley   Kristine Ashley  
Day: Tuesday   Time of day: 6:00pm  
Location: TBD  
Topic: Young Adult   Ministry: Small Groups   Lifestage: College/Young Adult   Gender Mix: Co-ed / Mixed   Childcare: No  
Description: Calling all Young Adults! We would love for you to join us for a time of food, fun, Bible study, and community! If you are between the ages of 18 and 30, single or married. We are so excited to grow together this fall.

Leader(s): Ben Garrett   Savannah Garrett  
Day: Saturday   Time of day: Not Applicable  
Location: Leader's Home  
Topic: Marriage and Family   Ministry: Small Groups   Lifestage: Married   Gender Mix: Co-ed / Mixed   Childcare: Yes  
Description: Come hang out once a month with other parents of babies and toddlers! The group will meet one Saturday a month, where we will have a meal together while the babies & kiddos play! The meeting location will rotate through a few members' homes in the Bradenton area.