Joel Scott

Lead Pastor

Joel’s ministry started with an invitation, asking friends to join his high school youth group. When three of them committed their lives to Christ, he saw that a simple invitation could change everything. Less than a year later, Joel sensed an invitation by the Spirit to enter a life of ministry, and he responded.

 

Since graduating from Lincoln Christian University, Joel has preached and served at big churches and small churches, missional communities and sports ministries. He’s coached missionaries, completed seminary and served churches in Illinois, New Hampshire and here in Arizona since 2008. He has a heart for the church as a community that exists not just for members, but for the spiritual and practical needs of the people just beyond the church walls.

 

When he’s not at The Bridge, you might find Joel on a South Mountain trail, watching Ohio State football, or biking with his wife, Kim and three kids. But every Sunday at The Bridge, Joel is there, ready to help you discover the invitation that God has for you.

Ordained:  2006  |  Hope Christian Church, Avon, OH
Bachelor’s degree:   B.A. in Preaching   |  Lincoln Christian University
Master’s degree:         M.A. in Missional Theology   |   Missional Training Center

 

 

 

Daniel Williams

Operations Assistant

How long have you been with The Bridge? 1 year

What is your strength? Organization and outreach for anyone who needs help.

What is your favorite part about The Bridge? This church feels like family. See them for the holiday reunions or participate in all the small groups, they are here for support and fullness of the soul. Changed my life.

 

Sandy Davidson

Leadership Team Chair

How long hve you been with The Bridge and what are your hobbies? Bass guitar, drone flying, and ghost hunting

Do you have any degrees? AA - Electronics, BSIT

Fun Fact: I rode a unicycle in the Parada Del Sol as a pooper scooper.

 

Keith Holbert

Leadership Team

How long have you been with The Bridge? Since 2015

What is our calling? With my spiritual gift of teaching, my wife Cecilia and I have hosted a small group Bible Study at their home for the past 8 years.

What is your favorite part about The Bridge? Attracted by the friendliness, size, and location

 

 

Vickie Longenecker

Leadership Team

How long have you been with The Bridge? 3 years

What is your background? I’m a Kansas girl born & raised in Wichita. A year after college, I was commissioned into the Army where I served for 27 years until I retired and moved to sunny AZ where I have joyfully lived and worked for the past 25 years. 

What are your hobbies? I love to travel, engage in creative activities, and serve in various missions in and outside the church.

 

 

Joseph Alcala

Leadership Team, Love Matures Team & Hospitality 

 

How long have you been with The Bridge? Since 2019

Do you have a favorite scripture? The book of Psalms. I can always find something in there that fits my current season.

What is your favorite part about The Bridge? Growing in faith through others 

 

To reach the Leadership Team, click this link.

 

Kevin Bertrandt

Worship & Technology

How long have you been with The Bridge? 5 years

Occupation? I'm a small business owner for the last 20 years.

What do you do at The Bridge Church? I'm the sound both guy.

 

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Kim Scott

Prayer Team

How long have you been with The Bridge? January 2020 withJoel and my 3 children

Do you have any degrees? Masters in Counseling

What moves you spiritually? I enjoy practicing Lectio Divina, which is hearing Scripture read aloud. In addition, I enjoy learning how pieces of the Bible connect into one cohesive, gospel story. Serving in the prayer ministry gives me the opportunity to experience God's presence and power on a regular basis.  It also allows me to connect with people around some of the deepest, and most meaningful parts of their lives.

 

Keiko Garcia

Bridgekids 

How long have you been with The Bridge? Since 2021 

What is your background? I’m originally from Japan and have lived in Arizona for ten years. My husband and I have two adopted children, two dogs, and five cats.

Favorite moments in the children's ministry? I enjoy singing praise songs and sharing the love of Jesus with children through our children's program. Hearing children's thoughts and questions about our Bible stories is a great joy and blessing for me.

 

Robyn Wootton

Bridgekids 

How long have you been with The Bridge? 2 years

What is your background? I am a recent transplant to Arizona after living in Texas for almost 40 years. I have three grown children and four grandchildren. 

Favorite moments in the children's ministry? I love working with God's kids and find joy and laughter serving as a teacher for Bridgekids.

 

Cathy Kalin

Women's Ministries

How long have you been with The Bridge? Started at The Bridge when Pastor Duane was here in 2019, as our Interim Pastor

Do you have any degrees? B.A, Communications; Master of Communications, science and medical writing

Favorite scripture? Romans 8:28 . . . God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose.

 

Sarah Alcala

Women's Ministries & Hospitality

How long have you been with The Bridge? January 2019

Do you have any degrees? I have a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration.

Favorite reasons being a part of the Women's Ministry? It gives me a chance to meet and get to know the women of The Bridge. We have many opportunities to explore the word and grow in Christ together.

 

 

For more information about one of our ministries, or to reach a leader, please email info@bridgechurchaz.org. To reach the Leadership Team, click this link.