“Little affirms human dignity more than honest work. One of the surest ways to destroy self-worth is subsidizing the idleness of able-bodied people. Work is a gift, a calling, a human responsibility.” - Robert Lupton, Toxic Charity
Jesus met physical needs and made possible eternal life. We strive to emulate Him by embracing the needs of people of our communities while also sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ. At Bridge of Faith, we don't want to make the mistake of giving hand-outs which will keep people in need in a state of need. Instead, we are following biblical principles that a person who works to provide for himself and his (or her) family will reap the reward for honest labor. It is through working programs, made possible by the developments of The Village, where individuals are able to find their footing, learn job skills and trade skills, develop relationships, and discover the joy and security of being self-sustaining. As they do this and participate in discipleship opportunities, they can grow spiritually and become contributors to the development and well-being of others in their community.
You shall eat the fruit of the labor of your hands; you shall be blessed, and it shall be well with you. - Psalm 128:2
In recent years, we purchased an abandoned resort and are working to renovate the cabins into business spaces in order to provide jobs and opportunities for our citizens. When we preach the Gospel, we strive to do it holistically because we believe God has concern for the whole person: physical, emotional and spiritual. Throughout the year, there is abundant opportunity to assist with construction projects, church programs and our multi-site thrift store ministry.
The finished projects at The Village currently consist of The White River Coffee Company, the Bridge of Faith Thrift Store, The Paxton Home (a retreat cabin), and another finished business building. Currently, a 36 bed lodge is in the works and is hoped to be completed in the summer of 2019. This lodge will be able to potentially host mission teams while they serve, serve as an overnight sports camp, and provide opportunities for group retreats. This building consists of bunk rooms for guys/girls, bathrooms, counselor cabin, gathering room for laundry, meals and meetings.
Attention Cherished Partners and Mission Teams: The development of The Village is made possible through many people and organizations pitching in and following God's leading to contribute to the revitalization of this rural area. In making opportunities possible for people, we're able to let them know they matter to us and they matter to God. At BoF, we believe empowering people through work opportunities, discipleship, skill-building activities, and relationship-building equips them to become self-sustaining and to walk closely with God, having the dignity of knowing they are being contributors. We would be honored to have your team join us to further the Kingdom in rural Southwest Missouri! Please contact Cameron Mund at cameron@bridgeoffaithcc.com for more information on partnership opportunities at The Village.
The finished projects at The Village currently consist of The White River Coffee Company, the Bridge of Faith Thrift Store, The Paxton Home (a retreat cabin), and another finished business building. Currently, a 36 bed lodge is in the works and is hoped to be completed in the summer of 2019. This lodge will be able to potentially host mission teams while they serve, serve as an overnight sports camp, and provide opportunities for group retreats. This building consists of bunk rooms for guys/girls, bathrooms, counselor cabin, gathering room for laundry, meals and meetings.
Attention Cherished Partners and Mission Teams: The development of The Village is made possible through many people and organizations pitching in and following God's leading to contribute to the revitalization of this rural area. In making opportunities possible for people, we're able to let them know they matter to us and they matter to God. At BoF, we believe empowering people through work opportunities, discipleship, skill-building activities, and relationship-building equips them to become self-sustaining and to walk closely with God, having the dignity of knowing they are being contributors. We would be honored to have your team join us to further the Kingdom in rural Southwest Missouri! Please contact Cameron Mund at cameron@bridgeoffaithcc.com for more information on partnership opportunities at The Village.
"PROGRESS.... GOD HAS TAUGHT ME MANY THINGS IN OUR SHORT TIME IN ROCKAWAY BEACH... JUST TO NAME A FEW: IT'S HIS PLAN NOT OURS. IT'S HIS CHURCH NOT OURS. IT'S HIS RESOURCES NOT OURS. HE PROVIDES, SUPPLIES, AND HE IS WORTHY OF OUR TRUST, OUR PRAISE, AND EVERYTHING ELSE TOO."
— JONATHAN MCGUIRE, AMY MCGUIRE, FEBRUARY 2014
— JONATHAN MCGUIRE, AMY MCGUIRE, FEBRUARY 2014
