Fund Raiser '08

Well, the day has come and gone, and the memories flood our minds. It was quite a presentation of what has gone on in the last year and a half of what The Bridge is all about....restoration. Testimony after testimony was given of lives changed because of the vision that Mike and Michele have for struggling men. Men trapped by their addictions and lifestyles that rip apart their lives, families and everything around them. Many were present to give account of the generosity and servant hood of The Bridge and it's men. Be looking for more updates of the evening, including pictures of this wonderful event. We've gotten so used to coming to this blog site and seeing the very familiar 'count-down' till the event....kinda miss it now. But we'll always be looking forward to what God is doing in the lives of these men. Stay tuned!

Just Under a Month...

Just wanted to call attention to the Countdown Clock on the left. It's not too much longer before we find ourselves at the Embassy Suites in Sand City experiencing an evening of grace, reflection and hope. The fundraiser is our 'once a year' opportunity to display in a large format just exactly what the Lord has done, and is doing, in the lives of the men of The Bridge. It's an opportunity to put in people's hearts the awesome vision that Mike and Michele have been given. A chance to come together and remember the great salvation that only comes as we not only believe, but put our trust in the one plan of redemption God has for all. Redeemed because of worth. This is a worthy cause. The Bridge is a working ministry. This opportunity to let people know of the wonderful work being done at The Bridge comes once a year. Let's make the best of it and get the word out that people's faith is being restored. That men are being reconciled to their families, and that the community is being affected by these men at The Bridge.

The Time is Approaching

As you can see to the left, the days are counting down to the Annual Fundraiser. It's bound to be quite a blessing! Last year we had about 30 Table Sponsors, and about 60 Auction Donors. It was quite a treat to see Rick in auction....I mean action! He's great!

I wanted to list some of last years Donors, and maybe prompt them to continue with this year's Donations.

Aquablue Spa, Art-Rageous, Bahama Billy's, Carmel Print and Copy, China Silk Nails and Hair Design, Chris Cayce - Attorney at Law, Cookie's Ciao Bella Salon, Curves of Carmel, Del Rey Car Wash, Enviro-Temp, Embassy Suites - Seaside, Everyday Gourmet. Jacob Pearl Photography, Jiffy Lube Monterey, Kenna's Spa, Larry Menke Buick, Chrysler, Plymouth, Volvo, Lenscrafters, Main Event Limousines, Monterey Bay Chocolates, Monterey Bay Whale Watch, Monterey Marriott, Monterey Tech Solutions, Pitzer's Of Carmel, Pro-Dry, Richard Murray Associates, Robert E. Williams - Attorney at Law, Ryan Ranch Printers, SLOW BURN, The Pebble Beach Company, Thomas Kinkade Company, Thomas Kinkade National Archives, Tri-California Events, Inc., Vogel Graphics, and a host of individual Donors.

Take some time and consider Donating. Rumor has it, that last year there were two really nice shirts that didn't get bid on....so Mike P. picked them up at a bargain price! Very Nice! Maybe this year someone will do the same!

The Fund Raiser is Coming

Last night, the board met for it's monthly meeting. Many topics were discussed, but the one I want to highlight is the Fundraiser that is coming up in October. This is a wonderful opportunity to get the word out about The Bridge and what it's mission is. It's a time when the past year is displayed in retrospect, the guys have a chance to share, and the vision of The Bridge for the next year and beyond are expressed.

There will be a silent auction where a plethora of items will be donated for funds. Your opportunity to support The Bridge and what the Lord is doing in all of these guys' lives. Up to 40 or 50 tables will be sponsored by a variety of folks and organizations for the meal provided. An opportunity just to donate will also be afforded.

But the thing that I'm looking forward to most is the reaction that the guys have when they see the support of the life that they desperately desire to walk. So many people are so supportive, and on a daily basis. But to have many of them come together and be unified toward one goal, one purpose. To be a part of something that is much, much bigger than they could possibly imagine....it's phenomenal!

Please consider coming to the event. Ask around, get a hold of someone that is sponsoring a table, or sponsor one yourself. It's going to be $375 this year for a table that seats 10. Pray and ask the Lord what your part is. How deep the Father's love for us...how vast beyond all measure! - Mike P.