07/14/2026
Good Morning, BridgePointe Family,
As many of you know, I'm on vacation this week. While it's been a time of rest, it has also given me the opportunity to pray and reflect on our church family.
More than anything, my greatest desire as your pastor has always been that we truly encounter God. I don't want us to simply know about Him—I want us to know Him personally. Like the apostle Paul, my prayer is that we would "know Him and the power of His resurrection" (Philippians 3:10). My heart is for you and your family to experience the transforming power of Jesus Christ and to walk faithfully in His ways.
I also pray that BridgePointe Church will be a place where lives are changed and where we make a lasting impact on our community for generations to come.
As I've reflected, I've realized that we face one important challenge. Many people have heard about BridgePointe, but they don't know where we are. Others who desperately need a church home don't know how to find us.
I believe God is calling us to take our next step of faith.
It's time for BridgePointe Church to begin building a permanent home on the property God has entrusted to us.
The world around us is changing. Families are under attack, communities are becoming more disconnected, and many churches are struggling. But I believe these challenges only make our mission more important. Now is the time to strengthen our commitment and continue reaching people with the hope of Jesus Christ.
That's why I'm asking every BridgePointe member to join me for an important Church Family Vision Meeting immediately following worship on Sunday, July 26.
During this meeting, I'll share:
The vision for our permanent church home.
The steps we'll take to move forward.
How every member can help make this vision a reality.
This is more than a building project. It's about creating a permanent place where lives can be transformed, families can be restored, and future generations can encounter Jesus Christ.
Please make every effort to attend. I truly believe God has been preparing us for this moment, and I'm excited about what He has in store for BridgePointe Church.
Thank you for allowing me the privilege of serving as your pastor. I love you, I'm praying for you, and I look forward to seeing you on Sunday, July 26, as we take this exciting next step together.
With love,
Pastor John D. Lockett
BridgePointe Church
