Saturday
5pm
Thank you for serving alongside us this Community Impact Weekend!
On Saturday 5/18, arrive at the Bridge no later than 4:30pm. Sign in, get your nametag, coffee, and donuts, and join us for prayer. We will leave immediately afterward. All projects will run 5pm-7:30pm unless otherwise noted. On Sunday 5/19, arrive at the Bridge no later than 8:30am. Sign in, get your nametag, coffee, and donuts, and join us for prayer. We will leave immediately afterward. All projects will run 9am-12pm unless otherwise noted.
In addition to serving, we will be collecting Diapers for local nonprofits! You can find more details on project 1. All items should be dropped off in the bins by the main doors no later than Sunday, May 26.
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Saturday Tornado Clean-up
Project Description: Our community continues to clean up the wreckage from the tornadoes last week. We need every able-bodied person who has not yet signed up for a project this Community Impact Weekend to grab your work gloves and join Pastor Jeff to help out our neighbors.
Ages 13+
Saturday
4:45pm
Ages 13+
Saturday
4:45pm
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Put Me In, Coach! - Saturday Evening
“I want to serve on Saturday evening and trust that the Lord will place me where I am needed the most.” If that is you, sign up for this project number and we will put you where you are needed. Please list gifts, talents, and limitations in the comment section (e.g. kid-friendly, handyman, disability friendly, outdoor, etc.). You will be notified about which project you are serving on prior to the day of serving.
Saturday
5pm
Saturday
5pm
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DONATION PROJECT: Diapers for Alternatives and Kalamazoo Covenant Academy
In addition to signing up for a Community Impact project, you can also serve by purchasing diapers for families in need. These items will be distributed by local social service agencies; Alternatives and Kalamazoo Covenant Academy. Please drop off all donations inside the South entrance doors no later than Sunday, May 26. (Most needed sizes: 5+6, 2T+3T girls pull-ups, 4T+5T boys/girls pull-ups)
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Crosstown Senior Dinner & Games Full
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We are thankful for our friends at Crosstown Senior Apts. We are going to have a great time fellowshipping with these men and women while we serve up dinner and most importantly quality time and great conversation. We may even get the chance to play a card game or two. Bring your friends, neighbors, relatives, and the whole gang for this wonderful opportunity to serve up some multi-generational fun!
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We are thankful for our friends at Crosstown Senior Apts. We are going to have a great time fellowshipping with these men and women while we serve up dinner and most importantly quality time and great conversation. We may even get the chance to play a card game or two. Bring your friends, neighbors, relatives, and the whole gang for this wonderful opportunity to serve up some multi-generational fun!
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Red Arrow Golf Course Full
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Provide local impact by helping this volunteer-driven municipal golf course that helps mentor youth in our community. We’ll trim back trees, clean-out brush and perform other miscellaneous landscaping work to help maintain the course for the benefit of the community.
Saturday
5pm
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Provide local impact by helping this volunteer-driven municipal golf course that helps mentor youth in our community. We’ll trim back trees, clean-out brush and perform other miscellaneous landscaping work to help maintain the course for the benefit of the community.
Saturday
5pm
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True Vine Equestrian Center
True Vine Equestrian Center is a Christ-based therapeutic horseback riding, equine companionship and professionally designed riding program for physical, personal and spiritual growth. We will be helping with spring clean up projects around the farm: Move manure, clear trails, and yard work around the property.
Saturday
5pm
Saturday
5pm
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Alternatives
Alternatives Care Center is a Christian organization that seeks to provide care and education to women and families concerning prenatal development, parenting, healthy relationships, and the sanctity of human life. We will be helping with outdoor spring clean-up and interior deep cleaning.
Saturday
5pm
Saturday
5pm
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12 Baskets [Saturday]
12 Baskets is a local faith based food bank that serves Portage and the rest of South County. We will be sorting donations, hanging clothes for the free store, and doing some general cleaning.
Saturday
5pm
Saturday
5pm
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Legacy Thrift Full
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Legacy Thrift is one of fifteen stores across five states that leverages donations to make a lasting impact and share the good news of Jesus Christ around the world. Those who serve will be sorting through donations, rearranging boxes in pods, moving boxes of inventory into the building and getting it ready for store display.
Ages 12+
Saturday
5pm
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Legacy Thrift is one of fifteen stores across five states that leverages donations to make a lasting impact and share the good news of Jesus Christ around the world. Those who serve will be sorting through donations, rearranging boxes in pods, moving boxes of inventory into the building and getting it ready for store display.
Ages 12+
Saturday
5pm
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Notes of Hope [Saturday]Full
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Notes of Hope is a ministry that provides hope and encouragement. This team will be writing sweet notes to thank our amazing Bridge Staff! Kids are welcome and encouraged to participate, even if it is coloring pictures to include.
Saturday
5pm
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Notes of Hope is a ministry that provides hope and encouragement. This team will be writing sweet notes to thank our amazing Bridge Staff! Kids are welcome and encouraged to participate, even if it is coloring pictures to include.
Saturday
5pm
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Zone Secret Service Project
Zone students are collecting supplies for the SPCA of Southwest Michigan. This will be a boys vs girls competition to see who can bring more items. Students will then meet on Saturday, May 18 for the Secret Service Project for the SPCA. Details will be revealed when you arrive. Parents can drop off at 4:30pm and pick up in the Zone room at 7:00pm.
Ages 4+
Saturday
4:30pm
Ages 4+
Saturday
4:30pm
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Help for the Woods Family [Saturday]
Melody and her family have had a great impact on our Bridge family and our community because of their heart for serving. The Woods could use a little help themselves with some much needed outdoor handyman repairs and yard work/landscaping maintenance. Will you come help us serve at the Woods house this Community Impact Weekend? Please bring rakes, shovels, edgers, gloves, chainsaw, power washer, tall ladder, wheelbarrow, weedwacker, etc. Anything to help take care of a yard.
Ages 20+
Saturday
5pm
Ages 20+
Saturday
5pm
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Put Me In, Coach! - Sunday Morning
I want to serve on Sunday morning and trust that the Lord will place me where I’m needed the most.” If that’s you, sign up here and we’ll put you where you are needed. * Please list gifts, talents, and limitations in the note section; kid friendly, handyman, disability friendly, outdoor, etc. You will be notified about which project you are serving on prior to the day of serving.
Sunday
9am
Sunday
9am
12
Widow Mama Fence Project
We will be helping a young widow and her two children remove and replace several wooden fence panels.
Ages 13+
Sunday
9am
Ages 13+
Sunday
9am
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Help for the Woods Family [Sunday]Full
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Melody and her family have had a great impact on our Bridge family and our community because of their heart for serving. The Woods could use a little help themselves with some much needed home repairs and landscape maintenance. Will you come help us serve at the Woods house this Community Impact Weekend? Please bring rakes, shovels, edgers, gloves, chainsaw, weedwacker, wheelbarrow, power washer, tall ladder, etc. Anything to help take care of a yard.
Sunday
9am
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Melody and her family have had a great impact on our Bridge family and our community because of their heart for serving. The Woods could use a little help themselves with some much needed home repairs and landscape maintenance. Will you come help us serve at the Woods house this Community Impact Weekend? Please bring rakes, shovels, edgers, gloves, chainsaw, weedwacker, wheelbarrow, power washer, tall ladder, etc. Anything to help take care of a yard.
Sunday
9am
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7200 Honey-Do ListFull
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It is Spring and the Bridge is busier than ever and with that comes lots of use of our beloved building. Come help make our building beautiful! We will be helping clean various parts of the church. Projects may include vacuuming, toy sanitizing, washing windows, wiping down surfaces, pulling weeds, painting, etc.
Sunday
9am
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It is Spring and the Bridge is busier than ever and with that comes lots of use of our beloved building. Come help make our building beautiful! We will be helping clean various parts of the church. Projects may include vacuuming, toy sanitizing, washing windows, wiping down surfaces, pulling weeds, painting, etc.
Sunday
9am
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Wings of God Full
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Wings of God is a home for women beginning life again after incarceration. We will be performing yard spring clean up, spreading mulch, and other miscellaneous projects.
Sunday
9am
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Wings of God is a home for women beginning life again after incarceration. We will be performing yard spring clean up, spreading mulch, and other miscellaneous projects.
Sunday
9am
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Vineyard Assisted Living BINGOFull
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Join us at Vineyard Assisted Living to visit with residents and assist them with a rousing game of Bringo (their favorite activity!) Come share the love of Christ and brighten someone’s day!
Sunday
9am
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Join us at Vineyard Assisted Living to visit with residents and assist them with a rousing game of Bringo (their favorite activity!) Come share the love of Christ and brighten someone’s day!
Sunday
9am
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Pretty Lake Adventure CenterFull
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Since 1916, Pretty Lake Camp has provided a totally free summer camp for more than 50,000 youth in the Kalamazoo County area who could benefit the most from the experience. No family pays to attend this nonprofit camp and everything is provided for them – from toothbrushes to clothing to transportation. Our volunteers will help with Trail clearing, clean up the campsites, wash windows and general cleaning.
Sunday
9am
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Since 1916, Pretty Lake Camp has provided a totally free summer camp for more than 50,000 youth in the Kalamazoo County area who could benefit the most from the experience. No family pays to attend this nonprofit camp and everything is provided for them – from toothbrushes to clothing to transportation. Our volunteers will help with Trail clearing, clean up the campsites, wash windows and general cleaning.
Sunday
9am
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Braden's ClosetFull
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Braden’s Closet provides clothing for foster care families. Please grab your family and come help us clean and organize their space, put away donations, etc. If you have new or gently used summer clothing and shoes in any size that could be donated, please bring it with you!
Sunday
9am
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Braden’s Closet provides clothing for foster care families. Please grab your family and come help us clean and organize their space, put away donations, etc. If you have new or gently used summer clothing and shoes in any size that could be donated, please bring it with you!
Sunday
9am
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Tree of Life
Tree of Life is an affordable, yet distinctively Christ-centered school located in the Edison neighborhood of Kalamazoo. Tree of Life not only educates the children but also provides wrap-around services for the whole family. This team will be cleaning the building.
Sunday
9am
Sunday
9am
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Kalamazoo Covenant Academy
Covenant Academy is a year-round alternative high school diploma program for students ages 16-22. We will be doing outdoor landscaping. *Tools to bring: wheelbarrow, shovels, rakes, and pruning equipment.
Ages 12+
Sunday
9am
Ages 12+
Sunday
9am
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Notes of Hope [Sunday]Full
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Notes of Hope is a ministry that provides hope and encouragement. This team will be writing sweet notes to thank our amazing Bridge Staff! Kids are welcome and encouraged to participate, even if it is coloring pictures to include.
Sunday
9am
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Notes of Hope is a ministry that provides hope and encouragement. This team will be writing sweet notes to thank our amazing Bridge Staff! Kids are welcome and encouraged to participate, even if it is coloring pictures to include.
Sunday
9am
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Prayer Walk
Join us as The Bridge embarks on a transformative journey through the heart of Vicksburg with a prayer walk! With hearts united in faith, members from both our campuses will come together to walk the streets, alleys, and neighborhoods of Vicksburg, lifting up prayers for our community, its residents, and its future. Whether you're a seasoned prayer warrior or new, all are welcome to join us on this sacred expedition. Together, let's intercede for the needs of our neighbors, celebrate the victories, and sow seeds of blessing in every place we tread.
Sunday
9am
Sunday
9am
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Unhoused Care PackagesFull
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Come help us prep care packages to be distributed to the unhoused population at a later date.
Sunday
9am
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Come help us prep care packages to be distributed to the unhoused population at a later date.
Sunday
9am
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12 Baskets [Sunday]
12 Baskets is a local faith based food bank that serves Portage and the rest of South County. We will be sorting donations, hanging clothes for the free store, and doing some general cleaning.
Sunday
9am
Sunday
9am
26
REACH Sober Living Spring Spruce Up
REACH Sober Living offers a path to recovery for men as a bridge back into society. We will help make their home ready for spring by cleaning up the yard, re-staining the small front porch, getting an outdoor waterfall working and maybe indoor Spring house cleaning.
Ages 10+
Sunday
9am
Ages 10+
Sunday
9am
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Crocheting & Knitting With a Purpose
Do you like to crochet or knit? We have a project for you! Learn how to crochet or knit soap bags for distribution to the community. Those who have experience with knitting or crocheting are welcome to join! Please bring size G crochet hooks or size 6 knitting needles. We will provide yarn, soap, and hooks/knitting needles for the project if you do not have them.
Sunday
9am
Sunday
9am
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Student Ministries Project: Park/Nature Clean-up
Students and Leaders from Fusion and The Edge are especially invited to join in on keeping our community clean! We will be meeting at the Bridge and then heading out to local parks and nature areas to pick up litter and spend some time in the sunshine. Please wear clothes/shoes that you wouldn't mind getting a little dirty. We hope to see you then!
Sunday
9am
Sunday
9am
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The Ark: Landscape
The Ark helps youth and families who are in crisis become stable, develop strong and healthy relationships, and develop positive, achievable goals for the future. The Ark seeks to provide a safe place for youth and families to work on their goals, to reunite youth with their families, to empower youth to identify healthy lifestyle behaviors and to develop positive decision-making skills. This team will be assisting with landscape maintenance around the shelter.
Sunday
9am
Sunday
9am
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YFC Colonial Acres Trailer Deep Clean
The Youth for Christ Youth Center at Colonial Acres is a safe place for the teens who live in the park to gather. Come help us deep clean!
Sunday
9am
Sunday
9am
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YFC Colonial Acres Picnic Table Construction
The Youth for Christ Youth Center at Colonial Acres is a safe place for the teens who live in the park to gather. Come help us construct metal picnic tables!
Ages 13+
Sunday
9am
Ages 13+
Sunday
9am
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Bickford Senior LivingFull
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Let's bless our senior friends at Bickford Assisted Living, engaging residents with a variety of fun activities -- crafts, games, and Bingo -- while sharing the love of Christ through intentional conversations.
Sunday
9am
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Let's bless our senior friends at Bickford Assisted Living, engaging residents with a variety of fun activities -- crafts, games, and Bingo -- while sharing the love of Christ through intentional conversations.
Sunday
9am
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Utility Worker Thank YousFull
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The utility workers have worked tirelessly to get utilities restored after the tornados and we want to tell them we see them and appreciate all their hard work. Join us Sunday morning to help put together these small tokens of our gratitude.
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The utility workers have worked tirelessly to get utilities restored after the tornados and we want to tell them we see them and appreciate all their hard work. Join us Sunday morning to help put together these small tokens of our gratitude.
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Sunday Tornado Clean Up
Our community continues to clean up the wreckage from the tornadoes last week. We need every able-bodied person who has not yet signed up for a project this Community Impact Weekend to grab your work gloves and join us to help out our neighbors.
Ages 13+
Sunday
8:45am
Ages 13+
Sunday
8:45am