Fall Cleaning

This morning I am moving furniture around at home.  We're in sort of a "fall cleaning" mode right now.  It was initiated because of all the building changes that are taking place at Life Bridge and spurred on by Amanda going back to school and my mom coming to visit.  So, I am moving furniture, because the carpets are only half clean and the carpet cleaning rental needs to be returned by 3:00 this afternoon.

While we are going through this process of moving furniture, dusting, vacuuming, and carpet cleaning, I find myself thinking about the last couple years...

Celebrations!

How do the homeless accomplish practical things like washing their clothes?

New Creation offers homeless men a safe place during the day, employment assistance, social services, and practical help.  You have helped meet this practical need of clean laundry by providing 50 laundry soaps.  New Creation was overwhelmed by the support and generosity.  Thanks for allowing God's love and care flow through you!

Grillin N Chillin

Despite a very rainy morning, the afternoon was beautiful, the food was excellent, and fun was had by all!  God worked in real ways to reach out and touch lives through music, games, and more.

OCC Rummage "No Sale"

It's happening again! What you ask?  

The Operation Christmas Child Rummage "No Sale" September 19th 8am-1pm

This is a rummage sale for our community, but different.  There will be no prices on anything.  It will all be by donation and all proceeds will benefit Operation Christmas Child.  Part of the fun of this event is that it also educates the community about OCC and their mission to make a difference for Christ in the lives of children around the world.

How can you help?

Popcorn Festival - Praise Days

Praise Days
September 12th 4-8pm
Indiana Street near Franklin House

Did you enjoy Turkeypalooza's Faith Stage? 

 Christian Music? Local Performers?

Come on down and enjoy the music!

500 Turkeys Upcoming Events

Painting in the Park
Haven Hollow Park
330 W 700 N
Valparaiso, IN 46385
September 13 4-6pm

Join us September 13th as we host a Painting in the Park event to benefit 500 Turkeys.

A kid focused event 6yrs and over.  Adults are encouraged to join in the fun with your child.
500 Turkeys Mission: Raise enough food and funds to feed 1000 families for Thanksgiving and positively touch as many lives as possible by showing Christ in action.

Register Online:
Tickets are $22 and include all supplies and a snack.
Online ticket available here. 

Turkeys Bunco
Monday, September 21st, 2015 @ 6pm
Life Bridge Christian Church

Financial Peace University this Fall!

Financial Peace University
Life Bridge Christian Church
September 27-November 22
1:30-3:30pm

We all need a plan for our money. Financial Peace University (FPU) is that plan! It teaches God's ways of handling money. Through video teaching, class discussions and interactive small group activities, FPU presents biblical, practical steps to get from where you are to where you've dreamed you could be. This plan will show you how to get rid of debt, manage your money, spend and save wisely, and much more!

Now is the time, this is the place and now you'll have the tools. We look forward to sharing the journey with you.

Class materials available at the church for $100 - 1 kit per family participating.

Questions? Please contact Anna Sheets (AnnaSheets@imaginelifedifferently.com) or Teresa Cervik (TeresaCervik@imaginelifedifferently.com) or call 219-531-7777 x 16.

Ongoing Events

Mondays

• Ministry Mondays 6:30-8pm meets to be purposeful in developing our serving skills and to coordinate ministry efforts. All are welcome.
• IV (Intentional Valparaiso) is a small group for post-High School and young adults from all over Northwest Indiana. They meet at Life Bridge on Mondays from 8:30pm-10ish.
• Toolbox Ministries meets on Mondays 4-8pm. Contact Tim Qualkenbush @ (219) 928-8326 with questions.  NO WORK 9/7!

Tuesdays

• Tuesday Morning Bible Study 10am.
• Tuesday Midweek Bible Study Potluck Dinner at 6:30 followed by studies for children, students, and adults! Current study: "Exercising Will."

Wednesdays

• Faith-Based Cancer Support Group meets 2nd & 4th Wednesdays at Life Bridge 6:30-8pm

Thursdays

• Worship Arts Bible Study and Band Practice Thursdays 6:30-9pm
• Women's Bible Study Thursdays 6:30-7:30pm. 
• Men's Shelter Service Opportunity 8pm-7am (Shifts & Breakfast)

Continual

• Operation Christmas Child is collect School Supplies. Drop off donations in the bin at the Ministry Counter.
• Winter Coat Drive.  We continue to collect winter coats, gloves, scarves, hat, and boots for all ages.  Drop them off in the Cafe!
• Rummage "No Sale" - Gathering donated items to use for the "sale."  All donations benefit Operation Christmas Child and will be used for shipping and shoebox supplies.