What’s Bridges All About?
What is Bridges?
Bridges is a very unique community that provides a true sense of belonging for single adults. We focus all our efforts on building your FAITH in God, developing life-long FRIENDSHIPS, and having as much FUN as possible. We host many indoor and outdoor events and activities to ensure we have fun sharing life together. We gather weekly in a casual, friendly environment. Come as you are. Be you. The best you is the real you.
Oh, and we understand that it may be a bit awkward for you to come by yourself the first time but the truth is, Bridges exists for single adults. If you do come by yourself, you will be warmly greeted and we will do our best to help you fit right in from the moment you arrive till the time you leave.
When and where do you meet?
Sundays
5 pm – 7 pm
Life Community Church
10020 Foothills Blvd.
Roseville, CA 95747
Who should come?
Bridges is for single adults who are divorced, widowed, or never married. Most of the people who attend at this time range from about 45 to about 75 years of age. The average age is about 55. Everyone is young at heart and we all enjoy one another. Age doesn’t seem to matter to anyone at Bridges. You should come to Bridges for at least 3 weeks. Every time you come, you will understand a bit more about who we are and why we do what we do. That’s why most people who try it, LOVE it!
Are you religious?
Bridges is a ministry of Principles to Live By, Inc., a Roseville based, religious, non-profit organization. We are all about building your faith in God but we are not religious in the true sense of the word. We teach the Bible in a way that makes sense and the way God intended it for humanity. Religion is about the traditions and religious practices in an institutional or denominational church. Bridges is a community ministry and is not run or owned by a church. Sunday nights are all about teaching and building relationships, it’s not a “church service.” Like a church we exist thanks to your donations and sponsorships. While we are hosted by Life Community Church, we pay a fee to use their facility.
Do I have to be single in order to attend?
No. A majority of our community are currently single (divorced, widowed, never married), but those who are married or in a committed relationship are also welcome to join!
Who is the teacher?
Michael Bagget, Founder and Teaching Pastor.
Why did Michael start Bridges?
Michael, our founder and pastor, joined a single adult ministry at a church a long, long time ago and it completely changed his life. He was warmly greeted, accepted and valued and instantly developed many great friendships. One of those friendship turned into a very close relationship with Judy, who eventually became Michael’s wife. They have spent more than 20 years developing single adult ministries that bring fullness, satisfaction and joy to the lives of single adults.
Michael truly enjoys developing people and has a fresh, authentic style of teaching that relates well to others who have experienced life in the real world.
Our community is a great place to meet people, develop friendships and deepen faith. We strongly encourage people to get to know each other and develop healthy relationships. We also believe that a great date begins with a good friend. You could say Bridges is all about developing “friendships.” We have celebrated many marriages that were born at Bridges.
When you walk into the main entrance, you will be greeted at the front doors then will be encouraged to get a nametag at the desk in the front lobby. Once you have your nametag, you will enter the main sanctuary. There will be 12-15 round tables in the room with chairs around them. You can sit at any open chair, there’s no assigned seating. The teacher will begin teaching around 5pm and pause about three times during his/her sermon to allow you to discuss the topic with others at your table. There are table leaders at each table to help facilitate these discussions.
How many people will be there?
Our current Sunday attendance is about 100-120 people.
Where will I sit?
It’s really unique. You will walk into a beautiful lobby. You will be greeted and given a name tag, then you will walk into a large auditorium with many round tables, you can sit where you like or we can escort you to a table. All our tables have table leaders to assist you in any way possible. Some people sit at the same table for a few weeks and some people like to bounce around to different tables. You are encouraged to be you. Do whatever you like.
What will we do?
Bridges is very unique. Our gatherings on Sunday are highly interactive, fun and meaningful. We always discuss topics that are highly relevant to our lives today. Evenings are filled with lots of laughter, insightful, Biblical teaching and we spend lots of time to talking to each other at the tables. At these tables, we share life experiences, insights, things we’ve learned, things we are still learning, what we like to do and so much more. Our entire ministry is designed to help you get to know others and help others to get to know you!
What will we talk about?
The evenings are focused on developing healthy relationships with God and others in a fun and practical way. Michael or a guest speaker teaches for a few minutes and then we talk about the subject at the tables. This highly interactive teaching style makes it fun to learn, easy to connect with others and it’s never boring.
Does Bridges provide childcare?
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide childcare.
What happens AFTER Bridges on Sundays?
Bridges concludes at 7:00pm and are done wrapping things up about 7:20 and many people want to keep hanging out. Groups like to go to a nearby restaurant like Applebees or Chili’s. Usually, someone suggests a place and a bunch of people just go. Many find this to be a way to get to know people more deeply.
Are there other activities?
Bridges likes to party. And some people never miss a party. We host many parties and coordinate many indoor and outdoor events and activities like hiking, kayaking, biking, dances, games nights, etc. View our calendar and Facebook event page for more information.
What if I have more questions?
You can email us at BridgesRoseville@gmail.com
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Bridges exists through the generosity of those who prayerfully give to this ministry through acts of service or financially.
