Bridge Church - Fort Saskatchewan

Over 100 years ago sociologist Max Weber first wrote about the "Protestant Work Ethic." He made the case that much of the progress seen in society can be accredited back to a shift in thinking about God and the world during the Reformation era. Today as a society we can struggle with seeking after instant gratification, entitlement , laziness, and work without overarching purpose. This week Pastor...

Between TMZ, the Depp-Heard trial, and social media it seems like we live in a society addicted to "hot gossip." But while Proverbs calls gossip delicious, "juice morsels" - what are the effects of it on society and the individual? Instead of speaking ill of those not in the room, our transforming God can turn us into Christ-like advocates of others. Join us this Sunday for the Hot Gossip about Go...

Intuitively we all know "listening" is an important skill to master. The problem is it doesn't always come easy. Time and time again in the Proverbs learning to listen is identified as a prerequisite for becoming wise. Join us at Bridge Church this week as Pastor Ryan unpacks what the Scriptures tell us about listening. Including the benefits of listening well to one another and to the Word of God...

"What do British comedies, houses, and galaxies have to with wisdom? And how does this wisdom inform our posture to God? Join us as we look at the proverb of the mysterious Agur to find out!"

Proverbs 31:10-29 is the description of “A Wife of Noble Character”. This “job” description seems impossible to attain! There are seven virtues that are shared in this passage: dignity, patience, diligence, generosity, courage, wisdom, devotion. Together we will see where we can develop our own character in keeping with the virtues we find in Proverbs.

What does the book of Proverbs have to do with U2, The Chronicles of Narnia, or 12 Step recovery? Come take a dive into the world of Wisdom Literature, and see how God uses a variety of sources to help us live our best life.

While in Jesus we can experience a great deal of joy and freedom in this life, we can look around and be discouraged by the sin and evil that still remain. We long for the day Christ will return and make all things new. How do we hold onto hope? What does Christian waiting look like? Join us this Sunday as we finish the book of Haggai.

Join Bridge Church this Sunday for an exploration on the nature of true faith with pit stops in Haggai, the Heidelberg Catechism, a chocolate chip muffin recipe and more. We will see that while religious pageantry lacks substance, true faith leads to real life-changing power.

Sometimes when we step out in faith in our lives the reality sets in and we think "what have I done?!" The journey of faith is not for the faint of heart. In Christ we can find the One who gives us strength to see beyond outside appearances.

In our final message in the "Family Matters" series, Pastor Ryan is going to talk about legacy and heritage. What does it mean to leave a legacy of faith for generations to come? How can we partner with the Holy Spirit to make an impact on our families and the world around us?

Join us as we continue the Family Matters series with our guest, Dale Melenberg.

Both a challenge and an incredible blessing, Marriage is a gift from God that has the power to change us and all of society at the same time. Join us this Sunday as Pastor Ryan continues our series entitled "Family Matters." Ephesians 5:21-33, Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

In the Scriptures we see that a "biblical family" is not the neat and tidy stereotypical 1950's nuclear family. God's vision of family is far messier, grittier, and more beautiful than that. In calling Abram, God was launching a new family that was deeper than flesh and blood. God chose to create a new-family to redeem the creation and Jesus is the head of that family.

Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Mountain Dew and a Song of Unity This Sunday, we begin our journey towards Easter by focusing on the "Songs of Ascent." These were the songs the pilgrims would sing on the road to Jerusalem. This week we are looking at a Song of Unity from Psalm 133. In a world filled with division, strife and tension, the Gospel refreshes and brings life.

The world we live in is filled with sound-bites, google searches, and can oversimplify complicated issues. Scripture invites us to seek wisdom, and ponder the knowledge of God. Through deep-dives into the Scriptures, honest questions and an open heart - we can find hidden treasure. This week's sacred pathway will explore the intellect as an avenue for connection with God. Proverbs 2:1-11

Whether we realize it or not, we live in a world saturated with rituals and symbols. While traditional-ism can be a distraction from experiencing the Living God, Christian tradition is filled with a rich heritage of practices and signs that can deepen faith. What if the ancient is really the future?