Building Community Bridges

10/10/2026

Reverence, not terror, is the key to understanding 'Fear the Lord.' It's about acknowledging divine influence and using the gifts we're given to inspire others. Letting go of ego allows us to be guided and to share the good news.

10/09/2026

♟️🔥 MAKE A MOVE! COMMUNITY CHESS CUP 2026! 🔥♟️

Calling all chess players, youth, families, and community organizations! 🏆

Get ready for an exciting day of strategy, competition, community fellowship, and FUN!

Building Community Bridges (BCB) is excited to help spread the word about the Community Chess Cup, hosted by George Norman, Co-founder of FREEAIR Books!

📅 Saturday, October 17, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 PEACE and HOPE Center for Youth
203 N. Providence Rd., Columbia, MO

🎉 WHAT’S HAPPENING?

♟️ Team Speed Chess Tournament – Gather 3–5 players from your organization, chess club, or friend group and compete for the CHAMPIONSHIP BELT and bragging rights!

🏆 Chess Free Play (12–1 PM) – Meet new players, challenge your skills, and compete for prizes!

🎮 MADDEN Gaming
🛍️ Local Vendors
🎶 Festival Atmosphere
📚 Supporting Young Writers
🙌 FREE Admission!

Calling all BCB Club and Midwest Chess Academy players and chess enthusiasts! This is an opportunity to put those skills to the test, build friendships, and represent your community!

VOLUNTEERS AND CHESS MASTERS NEEDED! Organizers are also looking for volunteers and experienced chess players to assist with instruction and simultaneous chess demonstrations.

📲 Register or learn more:
https://www.freeairbooks.com/events

📞 Contact George Norman: 573-810-9960

Chess is more than a game. It teaches patience, discipline, critical thinking, and the importance of making the right move!

Let’s show up, support our youth, and make every move count!

BUILDING BRIDGES, CHANGING LIVES! 🌉


Freeair

10/09/2026

The real question isn't just belief, but how we live. Does our daily life truly reflect reverence for God? It starts with humility, leading to obedience, wisdom, and acceptance of correction. This reverence draws us closer to the divine and helps us be better to each other.

10/07/2026

10/07/2026

Today’s resource for Resource Wednesday is Welcome Home.
Welcome Home provides services for veterans, including housing, emergency services, homelessness prevention and more.

They are located at: 2120 business loop 70 E
Columbia, Mo 65201
Monday through Friday
9:00 am until 5:00 PM
Phone: (573) 443-8001