November Announcements

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Our Bridge family supports the Overnight Warming Locations (OWL), and we have committed to helping stock the Alton OWL as they prepare to provide sanctuary to our unhoused neighbors on the coldest nights this winter. Below is a list of items we are collecting. We encourage community groups, youth groups, and families to participate and help spread the mission. To learn more about the OWL, visit www.bricktowncdc.org/about-owl

  • Thermal socks

  • Long Johns (both men's and women's)

  • Jeans (all sizes, men's and women's; particular need for men's size small)

  • Winter boots

  • Large/camping-style backpacks

OWL accepts new and gently used items. Please donate items in the condition you would be glad to receive yourself.

Please bring your items to designated boxes at the Bridge. We are collecting through November 22. Please contact Martha Pfister with questions: (618) 977-1392, martha@bricktowncdc.org

Young Adult Bible Study (Ages 18–30)-Tuesday nights just got better 🙌 Join us from 6:00–8:00 p.m. in the Garden Lounge at The Bridge as we dive deeper into God’s Word, connect with friends, and wrestle with the same Scriptures we’re hearing on Sundays. Come as you are, bring your questions, and be part of the conversation.

Want in or need details? Carmen, Kate, Dre, or Jenna can get you plugged in!

Salvation Army Lunches- We’re serving lunch at the Salvation Army food pantry every 1st and 3rd Thursday from 1:00–2:15 PM—and you can help! This is a great way to connect with our community and show God’s love in action. Please see Mike Varner for details.

Grief Support Group- If you are experiencing grief from a loss, we invite you to join our grief support group- a bridge of hope, for those who are suffering. NOW OFFERED IN THE EVENING, the Grief Support Group meets the first and third Mondays of every month from 6:00-7:30 pm, in the Adult Education Room. For more information, talk to Eileen Cheatham.

Kid’s Christmas Choir: On the first and third Sundays of the month children report to the Fellowship Hall before the 10:00 a.m. worship service and rehearse during the beginning of the service. At the start of Children's Church, teachers will escort students to class. 

Thank you for allowing your child to participate. We look forward to a wonderful Christmas season! For more information, talk to Eddie Hitchcock. 

As a church that is for our city, we want to encourage those who call The Bridge their home to check out and support local events and live missionally in our community.

November 24, 5pm-6:15pm: Moonlight Hike at The Nature Institute

November 27, 10am-10pm: Broadway Black Friday and Small Business Saturday Bash - Join the Downtown Alton Broadway Business District for Black Friday and Small Business Saturday events, deals, and all the holiday cheer you can handle!

Men's Bible Study-Tuesday mornings from 7-8, the men of The Bridge meet to study and discuss the upcoming week's sermon text. Coffee and donuts are provided.

Women’s Community Group- Each week we study the upcoming sermon text together with women from The Bridge and the community. On Thursday, September 17, we kick off a new season and we’d love for you to join us! We meet from 6-8 pm at local homes. For details, contact Brenda Wooff or register on Church Center.  https://thebridgealton.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2061598

Community Groups- There are a variety of Community Groups that meet throughout the year. To find a Community Group that’s right for you, or to learn more about leading or hosting a group, see Pastor Jon.