by Naomi Federiuk | Feb 25, 2025 | News
Last Sunday, February 23rd, The Bridge Church NW and Expand had the privilege of ordaining Pete and Kristy Ziolkowsky and commissioning their entire family as they prepare to plant Restoration Church on the Eastside of Portland. Pastor Bob delivered a heartfelt...
by Naomi Federiuk | Feb 3, 2025 | News
An Encounter with Jesus Changes Everything A message from Sean Thomé, Executive Director “After this I looked, and there before me was a great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, tribe, people and language, standing before the throne and before the...
by Naomi Federiuk | Jan 2, 2025 | Expand Uganda, News, Stories from the Field
January 9th: Reflecting on our last ministry day in Uganda Our last ministry day in Uganda was a mix of joy and bittersweet goodbyes as we concluded an extraordinary trip filled with God’s blessings. Each moment underscored the profound connection we share with our...
by Naomi Federiuk | Sep 17, 2024 | News
From the Executive Director I loved watching the 33rd Olympic Games in August. Witnessing top athletes from all over the world compete was amazing. But you know what was even more exhilarating to me? It was watching the people in the crowds—the parents, family...
by Naomi Federiuk | Apr 15, 2024 | News
63% of American adults claim to be Christians but only a meager 4% agree with the Bible’s teachings,* revealing a striking gap where many identify with the term “Christian” but only a fraction embody the values, practices, and attitudes of a genuine Jesus...
by Naomi Federiuk | Mar 4, 2024 | News
Is Portland still a graveyard for church plants? While precise figures and anecdotes range regarding the success rates of church plants in the Northwest, it’s evident planting a church in Portland, Oregon is no walk in the park. With dwindling church attendance and...