by Sean Thome | Sep 22, 2025 | News, Stories from the Field
“You then, my child, be strengthened by the grace that is in Christ Jesus, and what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men, who will be able to teach others also.”—2 Timothy 2:1-2 (ESV) Encountering Jesus as a Teenager When I...
by Naomi Federiuk | Sep 2, 2025 | News
“And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching.” What if the person sitting next...
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...