Why do we Serve?

Jessica sutton

Chairman

District Sales Consultant at Armstrong McCall ​

"I serve so I can see first hand the lives changed from the impact we make on kids' self-esteem, and especially the sweet smiles on their faces."

Carita Vidrine

Treasurer

Retired Teacher
​Teacher of English as a Foreign Language Online

"Seeing the positive impact on families and especially children when receiving school uniforms and/or summer food bags made me want to become more involved in this ministry."

Carey-leigh cross

 Preschool teacher at Carterville Christian School
Manager at Sweet Blossom

"I serve because I love seeing the smiles on the kids' faces when they receive their uniforms for school! Knowing we can assist families is so rewarding and I love being a part of it."

Patrick Culpepper

Teacher at Oak Grove Middle School
Football and Baseball Coach

"I serve because I love community. God called me to work with children a long time ago, and He has been so faithful. This board gives me a great opportunity to make a huge impact for the kids and families that have needs that we can fill."

Donna Holloway

CAS Clinical Specialist for Medtronic

"I serve because the gift of giving, no matter how small, is life changing for the giver and the receiver."

John Nobles

Vice-Chairman

Retired Division Chief of the Fire & Aviation National Park Service

"I have never been involved in mission work and knew I should. I felt this is where God wanted me to start."

Conrad Stockstill

Controls Engineering Leader for Georgia-Pacific

"I was looking for a way to support the community. I believe in the work that First Bridge does and believe I can support their efforts through the gifts and skills the Lord has provided me."

Brad eubank

Ex officio

Pastor at Petal First Baptist Church

"I love the opportunity that we have to serve, touch and impact the lives of children and families through resources and relationships so that they can clearly hear the life changing message of the Gospel.  It’s such a joy to see the eyes of a child light up with a new pair of shoes or clothes or a food bag for a weekend!  I love to see the hope that we can give a parent or grandparent who desperately needs it!"

Haley Mccool

Owner of The Confetti Co. and
Co-Owner of Posh Pines Parties

"Serving and volunteering has always been a part of my life. As a child, I tagged along with my mother to server the community, and this instilled in me a love for serving. I have served in various capacities with local civic organizations, and I am honored to serve with First Bridge. I deeply identify with the mission and am proud of the work we do.  We have the opportunity to be the hands and the feet meeting the physical needs of those in our community while sharing God's love and hope with each child and family we encounter."

Laurie Rhodes

Secretary

Former Science Teacher & Stay at Home Mother & Aspiring Artist

"I’ve been actively involved in missions within Petal First Baptist Church for several years but have never formally served on a team whose emphasis is solely on mission opportunities that reach out to individuals within our own community. Joining First Bridge allows me to do just that." 

hailey morgan

Licensed Master Social Worker for the Children's Center for Communication and Development

"I am passionate about serving individuals who are under-served and marginalized, and I look forward to providing and increasing access to necessary community resources for these populations!"

Trixie Triggs

Registered Nurse at Dialysis

"First Bridge has given me the opportunity to be God's hands and feet. I feel honored to have the chance to interact with families and witness the profound impact of God's love in their lives."

Jo Lynn Walton

Retired from Banking

"I chose to serve as a board member for several reasons. First, to be faithful to God and His call on my life to server others. Secondly, I watched and recognized the impact this organization has, and saw the potential in the future for an even broader impact on many lives. This group has a passion for children and this community as a whole, and it is an honor to be even a small part of it."