SFCAC Camp | July 23-25

Hey Bridge fam! Camp starts on Friday, July 23 with a combined opening worship time at 7:30pm. Check out the schedule below, along with the Children's Program schedule, for the weekend!

MEET OUR SPEAKER -
Rev. Dr. TERRENCE NICHOLS (hover over his picture for bio)

Dr. (Rev.) Terrence Nichols was born in Pelham, Georgia, the middle of five siblings. He recognized his calling into the gospel ministry at the early age of 16. On the day that he graduated from High School he received front-page newspaper coverage …

Dr. (Rev.) Terrence Nichols was born in Pelham, Georgia, the middle of five siblings. He recognized his calling into the gospel ministry at the early age of 16. On the day that he graduated from High School he received front-page newspaper coverage for also being the commencement speaker at a neighboring high school’s graduation celebration.

 Upon graduating from high school Terrence enrolled at Simpson University in San Francisco where he received a B.A. in Oral Communications in 1984. He earned a Masters in Ministry degree from Simpson University in 2006. He has received two Honorary Doctorates in Theology and Communications from Faith Grant College in Alabama.

He has experience as a Christian radio broadcaster, evangelist, conference speaker, youth pastor and senior pastor. Currently, he is the pastor of two diverse churches, New Hope Church in Vallejo, Ca and Jesus Risen Lord Fellowship (Filipino) in American Canyon, Ca. He is also the host of the top-rated, “Pastor’s Forum” on radio station KDYA. He has also been employed in Corporate America working in Public Relations for both Pacific Gas and Electric Company and Chevron Corporation. He was a part of the Chevron family for 20 years working in Media Relations, Records Management and Public Affairs. During his tenure at Chevron he is credited as being the first President of the company’s first Black Employees Network. In recognition of his tireless service to the community, San Francisco's Mayor Willie Brown, “Da Mayor,” officially declared October 28, 2001 to be “Terrence Nichols Day in San Francisco,”.

Dr. Nichols has traveled the world as a motivational speaker and youth advocate. He has been a featured speaker for Urbana, The Christian and Missionary Alliance General Council and Perspectives, Inc. He has served on the Board of Directors for the Christian and Missionary Alliance; Trustee for Simpson University and Board of Directors for Camp South Africa. He has received many rewards and honors but considers his greatest achievement as his family, wife Madeline of 32 years together raising two daughters, Jessica and Chelsea, and one adopted son, Donald Daboiko from The Ivory Coast, Africa.

AND JOINING HIM FOR SATURDAY’S PANEL ON COMMUNITY + PEACE…
Pastor BERNARD EMERSON, lead pastor of TAPESTRY CHURCH.
(hover over his pic for bio)

Bernard Emerson is a proud native and resident of Oakland. Bernard works with urban churches and partners with them to coach leaders. Passionate about serving urban areas, the move to plant a church East Oakland was a natural one. With a strong sens…

Bernard Emerson is a proud native and resident of Oakland. Bernard works with urban churches and partners with them to coach leaders. Passionate about serving urban areas, the move to plant a church East Oakland was a natural one. With a strong sense of God's call, Bernard partnered with Kyle Brooks to plant Tapestry Church in Oakland. In his free time Bernard loves to mentor "at risk" young men, ride Harley Davidson motorcycles and is an avid Miami Dolphins fan. He and his wife Kim have been married 30 years and have 5 children.

IMPORTANT THINGS TO KNOW:

  1. Would you like to experience camp together with other brothers and sisters in-person? Then, come to MAC 300 during each session and join the zoom together in-person!

  2. On Sunday morning, July 25, the last camp session will be in the Sanctuary at 11:15am! You may join in-person or join the livestream!

CAMP ZOOM INFO:

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For Fellowship at the Park on Sunday, 1-3pm, we ask everyone to abide to the following rules:

  1. Please do not bring your own chair(s). You may bring a mat or beach towel.

  2. Food will only be allowed in the picnic areas on both sides of the Playground. Church staff will be there to help you find the picnic areas in case you need help.

  3. No drones or any type of flying objects (i.e. radio-controlled airplanes, kites, etc.). Baseballs, soccer balls, and footballs allowed. Volleyball nets will not be allowed to be staked into the ground.

  4. If you have any further questions, contact the Church Office.

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In-Person Service Returns!

June 27, 2021 UPDATE.

Starting July 11, we will no longer request you to RSVP for Bridge Sunday worship service (note: Cantonese service will continue to ask for RSVPs). If you like to come in-person on and after July 11, then come. The entry point will still be the garage and you will have to check in for tracking purposes just in case. We will continue to ask you to wear a mask during worship for the time being.

As for next Sunday, July 4, we will ask you to RSVP one more time. If you like to RSVP for July 4’s worship service, please email info@sfcac.org.

June 15, 2021 UPDATE.

It's June 15th. And in California, including the city and county of San Francisco, COVID-19 restrictions have been rescinded.

In response to this change, SFCAC will be assessing the situation and move accordingly. We as a church would like to open as fully as possible, but also in a spirit of love and concern for others. Therefore, SFCAC will continue its current COVID-19 protocols including limited in-person service, wearing of masks, and live-streaming our services online for the time being until our leaders can assess and make decisions together for the good of our church community and witness for Christ. Once decisions are made, we will let you know ASAP.

Until then, if you like to attend worship service this Sunday, please RSVP today by emailing info@sfcac.org.

Thank you so much for your understanding and support! If you have any questions, please connect with any of the pastors or the church office.

June 9, 2021

In-Person services are back! Well… because of current city guidelines, seating is limited as building capacity has been limited. Yet, last Sunday on June 6th, people were back to worship in-person! And it was great! Hearing songs sung. Ears listening to the message. Lifting prayers on high. Beautiful.

If you like to join us in person on Sundays, email info@sfcac.org and secure a seat. It’ll be great to have you!

If you aren’t able or still comfortable worshiping at home for the time being, our services are still livestreamed online. Just visit www.sfcac.org/live-stream.

grace&peace,

pastor jonathan

P.S. View the video below on what to expect when you arrive on a Sunday for service.

In Times of Fire...

New series on the Book of Mark starting this Sunday.

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Why are we calling the new series, mainly on the Gospel of Mark,
Deep Rooted: In Times of Fire?

The theme "Deep Rooted" is the 2021 theme for SFCAC based on Isaiah 37. It is our desire as a church to grow more deeply in Christ, His gospel and word, so that we would be useful and fruitful in His kingdom work. To help us, we are studying Mark's Gospel together. This Gospel was written during a time of great challenge for church and of change for the world, especially for the Jewish and Christian communities. It is a telling of Jesus' life and ministry to an audience facing unprecedented hardship. It is about what it means to be a follower of Christ when the costs are high and the times are challenging... kinda like the times we live in...

Bible Study Groups in December

Bridge Bible Study Group! Sign up today!
https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSf0uaC7ci0XKRV0PN…/viewform
Self-guided daily Bible Study with virtual group meetings from the comfort of your own home...

This holiday month, we will have a short two week study on 1&2 Thessalonians. All are welcome!

Tuesday Groups on 12/8 & 12/15, sign up before 12/1/2020.
Friday Groups on 12/11 & 12/18, sign up before 12/4/2020.