BridgeFM News
September 2009

Greetings in Jesus! "For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord." Romans 8:38-39

91.9 FM - Northern Monmouth & Southern Middlesex Counties, NJ

Our new 91.9 signal is now LIVE! This is such a great answer to much prayer, and we thank God for allowing The Bridge to expand our coverage area yet again. Listeners can hear us in many parts of: East Brunswick, South River, Old Bridge, Sayreville, Parlin, South Amboy, Matawan, Aberdeen, Keyport, Hazlet, and Holmdel. Please let friends and family members in these towns know about The Bridge. And as a reminder, the whole world can hear us 24/7 through our LIVE streaming at www.bridgefm.org We're grateful to God that The Bridge now reaches an additional 250,000+ potential listeners! We are working with the FCC for a further expansion of this signal, so we ask that you keep this in prayer. Please pray about helping to underwrite the costs associated with this new signal.

Things to Pray About...

Would you join the board & staff of The Bridge as we seek God for:

  • God's blessing on the many ministries and businesses that support The Bridge.
  • Financial support to underwrite Wallbuilders LIVE!
  • Future expansion in coverage of our new 91.9 signal.

Praise Report...

  • For Dr. Michael Youssef's visit to Ocean Grove, NJ this past month.
  • For the upcoming visit of Bridge FM teacher Chuck Smith! (read more below)
  • For the great testimonies that listeners post to our web site. Click on testimonials to read a few... or even post one of your own.

New Program Starting September 7th! 1:30PM M-F

David Barton and Rick Green Back by popular demand is WALLBUILDERS LIVE! This exciting program hosted by David Barton and Rick Green is a daily journey into the past to capture the ideas of the Founding Fathers of America and then apply them to the major issues of today. Featured guests will include Congressmen, Senators, and other elected officials, as well as experts, activists, authors, and commentators on a variety of issues facing America.

Their mission is: To educate people of faith with an understanding of the role of faith in our Nation’s history. To empower and equip them to apply a Biblical Worldview to current events and cultural challenges. To inspire them to take action as salt and light in the world around them.

The Bridge is looking for a few businesses to help underwrite this popular program. Your business will gain great exposure. Contact Bridge FM general manager Brian Rechten to learn more!

September Featured Teacher - Chuck Smith

Pastor Chuck SmithThe Word for Today - Weekdays at 9AM & 9PM
"We're living in a day of great spiritual confusion. When the apostle Paul wrote to the Ephesians he spoke how God had placed pastors and teachers in the church for the perfecting of the saints, the work of the ministry, and the building up of the body of Christ. The purpose was to bring a spiritual maturity so that we would not be carried away with every wind of doctrine and the slight cunning of men who lie in wait to deceive. The greatest defense against deception is a solid foundation in the Word.

This is why we offer the studies in the Scriptures on The Word for Today radio program—making the Word of God available to all. We desire to build your spiritual house on the rock solid Word of God so that you will be able to withstand the fiercest storms. May God bless you as we study God's Word together on The Word for Today.

You can read Pastor Chuck's complete bio - click here!

microphone Listen to Featured Teacher Interview

Meet Bridge FM Teacher Chuck Smith in New Jersey!

Pastor Chuck Smith will be the guest speaker Calvary Chapel Old Bridge (CCOB) on Wednesday, September 23rd, in celebration of the church's 25th anniversary. The Calvary Chapel movement (www.calvarychapel.org) began more than forty years ago, as Pastor Chuck took over a small church in Costa Mesa, CA during the Jesus Movement. Today the movement has grown to include several thousand churches worldwide, as well as media, radio, publishing, and teaching ministries. Well-known pastor and BridgeFM teacher Lloyd Pulley came to the east coast in September of 1984 with a heart to plant a Calvary Chapel in central New Jersey. Little did he know that 25 years later the ministries of CCOB would involve more than 5000 people each week in Old Bridge, and countless others around the world via radio and internet. For more information about Calvary Chapel Old Bridge and the 25th anniversary celebration featuring guest teacher Chuck Smith, check out www.ccob.org

Coming Next Month: Darwin or Design with Dr. Tom Woodward

Dr. Tom Woodward Look for this new program beginning October 3rd. It will air every Saturday morning at 10AM. This exciting 1 hour program will follow an interview format with nationally recognized experts in their field. Where does the evidence lead? Find the answers to your most pressing questions about design and evolution with C.S. Lewis Society & Apologetics.org founder Dr. Tom Woodward. The Bridge will air an interview with Dr. Woodward on Monday, September 28th at 8PM. Listen and learn about some of the interesting guests that will be on his upcoming programs.

Sponsor of the Month – Solutions Pregnancy & Health Center

Solutions Solutions Pregnancy & Health Center is located in Red Bank, NJ. Solutions is on the front lines in offering alternatives for unplanned pregnancies. Solutions is a place of refuge, healing, and alternatives - when the world would have you believe otherwise. Learn more about their annual Walk for Life scheduled for Sunday, September 27th 1-4PM on the Belmar, NJ Boardwalk. You can be a walker, or support a walker! Click here for more info!

Would You Prayerfully Consider a Donation to this Ministry?

donate The Bridge relies on our listeners to support this not-for-profit ministry. If you are blessed by the programming on The Bridge, consider a financial gift to support our ongoing work. Did you know that The Bridge is the only teaching ministry that can be heard in 11 correctional institutions scattered throughout the Hudson Valley area of NY? Because prisoners aren't in a position to support us... your financial gift supports radio AND prison ministry in one contribution! We've made it easy, safe and secure to contribute a one-time or ongoing gift. Just click on the donate button... and thanks for praying about a gift to The Bridge.

REV GEN Music Fest - This Labor Day Weekend!

donate Stop by our vendor booth and meet Bridge FM staff on September 4th & 5th - Frenchtown, NJ. Revelation Generation brings together the largest group of musical artists in the Tri-State area! Two amazing days of great Music, Messages and More! Mercy Me - Jars of Clay - Matthew West - Delirious? - Switchfoot - NeedtoBreathe - Relient K - BarlowGirl and many more! Go to www.RevGen.org for tickets, directions, accommodations...and more info.



Attention iPhone Users - Now You Can Listen to The Bridge!

This is very exciting news! We've found a FAST... FREE... & EASY to download application that will allow you to listen to The Bridge virtually anytime and anywhere. Just click on one of the links below that best describes your phone... and follow the simple instructions.
Set-up instructions for iPhone EDGE - Set-up instructions for iPhone 3G & 3GS

Important Reminder - Streaming Audio 24/7 at www.bridgefm.org

Did you know that The Bridge can be heard anywhere in the world... at any time? Right now... you can go to our home page and click on the LISTEN LIVE button. We recently made improvements to our streaming by adding bandwidth for uninterrupted listening. Please tell friends and family that don't live within our 5 frequencies... so they can benefit from the great programming on The Bridge!

BridgeFM Staff

Bridge staff from left to right:

John Gates: Music Director/On-Air
Patti Gates: The Voice of The Bridge
Kim McCarrick: Station Manager
Brian Rechten: General Manager

Thanks for taking time to read our newsletter and browse our website at www.bridgefm.org.