DGFUMC Bridge Board
The Bridge Board at First United Methodist Church is a partner with Bridge Communities, a non-profit organization with offices in Glen Ellyn whose mission is to:
- Inspire and effect change by advocating for homeless families.
- Provide services and opportunities that connect families to a better future.
- Collaborate with faith-based partners, community groups and businesses to leverage resources and create long-term solutions.
- Lead by example through our innovative programs and grassroots involvement.
Bridge Communities was founded in 1988 by two community volunteers, Mark Milligan and Bob Wahlgren, and has grown to become the largest transitional housing program in DuPage County. The majority of families served are single parents with children, many who are survivors of domestic violence. Through the mentoring program, Bridge provides families with the necessary life skills to function successfully in their community. The two-year program often provides additional training or academic opportunities to increase income and reduce debt.
Bridge Communities depends on partnering with local faith and community groups who sponsor families in housing and provide volunteer mentors to work directly with each family to foster positive change. Additional resources, including employment counseling, case management, and tutoring for children and adults in the program, are provided by the Glen Ellyn Bridge staff.
As a program Partner with Bridge Communities, the DGFUMC Bridge Board currently sponsors and mentors three families. Financial support is provided by the Downers Grove Garden Walk fundraiser in the summer, an Encore Concert in the fall, and a special sponsor donation to Bridge Communities. Contact the church office (630-968-7120) if you are interested in supporting this effort.
Office Hours
Our office is open during the week; however, the building doors are locked. Please call first to ensure that a staff member will be available.
Masks will be required in the building at all times.
To make arrangements for in-person meetings, please contact Don Dunham at don@dgfumc.org.
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We practice loving acceptance of each person and respectful discussion
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Upcoming Events
Wednesday Morning Women's Bible Study
April 14, 2021 - 9:00am
Share Our Skills (S.O.S.)
April 17, 2021 - 8:30am
Worship Service
April 18, 2021 - 10:00am
Wednesday Morning Women's Bible Study
April 21, 2021 - 9:00am
Worship Service
April 25, 2021 - 10:00am
Recent News
Sunday Worship - April 11 at 10:00 a.m.
April 12, 2021 - 2:56pm
Messy Church - April 11, 2021
April 11, 2021 - 11:00am
Worship Postlude - April 11, 2021
April 11, 2021 - 10:45am
Worship Music - April 11, 2021
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Worship Postlude - April 4, 2021
April 4, 2021 - 10:45am