On October 15, 2006, fourteen people who made up the launch team for Bridge Church gathered in our basement to hold the first worship service of this new church. Exactly one year later on October 14, 2007, Bridge Church had 149 people attend our regular worship service! Although we didn’t launch until January 21st, that band of ”merry men and merry women” began to pray and worship together and set the DNA for this church. Since that time nearly 50 people have made the life changing decision to become believers/followers of Christ and 22 have been baptized!

As I reflect on the past 365+ days, I can’t help but see God’s hand of favor, grace and love on our launch team and Bridge Church. This past year has not been without it’s struggles: losses of loved ones, criticism, personal family issues, and financial and logistical concerns. Yet God has been faithful and true. I know our enemy, the ancient fallen Lucifer is lurking, waiting for the opportunity to strike. I like to take the offensive position with the enemy, not the defensive. I am not afraid to take him on head on – I serve a risen King who is the victor!

What lies ahead, I do not know. I do know the one who does know and in him I will trust.