The Bridge is a ministry for 6th Grade students who are exiting Journey Land (Children’s Ministry) but not yet entering into The Road (Youth & Family Ministry).
Teaching students to become disciples and have their own faith. We want students to be able to articulate why they believe.
Creating a community in which students can feel loved, safe, and welcomed.
Equipping parents to be the primary people for spiritual formation.
Showing and teaching students what it looks like to live out God’s mission.
Matthew 28:19-20
Daniel joined our ministry staff in 2019 after working in youth & family ministry with the Saturn Road Church of Christ in Garland, TX and the Britton Road Church of Christ in Oklahoma City. He earned a degree in youth ministry from Oklahoma Christian University in 2009. His role at Memorial Road involves working with our youth & their families.
Daniel and his wife Amy have two daughters, Afton and Emmie Jo.
Emily Carter graduated from Oklahoma Christian University in 2019 with a degree in Marketing and a minor in Biology. She has been attending Memorial Road since she moved here from Nebraska to go to college in 2015. Emily discovered her passion for ministry, specifically working with teenagers, through various youth internships and mission opportunities. She is excited to pour into students and walk alongside them as they navigate their teenage years.
Junior High Ministry is a natural for Kurtis because he’s basically still a Junior High kid himself. He loves playing with toys (just go in his office and you’ll understand), ranking favorite candies and sodas, along with talking about very important stuff like high scores on the newest apps and video games. Kurtis also loves building relationships with kids and showing them God’s love in a fun, creative, and child-like way.
He graduated from Oklahoma Christian in 2008 with a degree in Youth Ministry. He and his wife Carla got married in 2009. Carla is also active in the ministry, leading small groups and attending trips. You’ll also notice two little humans, Kinsley and Camden tagging along with them to most youth group events and activities as honorary youth group students.
Bailey graduated from Oklahoma Christian in 2019 with a Bachelor’s in Elementary Education and a minor in History. Bailey was a teacher for four years, which was a rewarding experience. She began her career at Memorial Road in 2016 as a summer youth intern before joining the staff after graduation as a part-time youth minister. Bailey transitioned to full-time ministry in 2023. Working with young people in this capacity has been incredibly fulfilling. She is passionate about guiding them through life’s challenges, fostering their spiritual growth, and creating a supportive community where they feel valued and understood.
Kim joined our staff in 2024, but has been a key volunteer in our ministry since 2008. Kim loves MRCC and she loves our students. Prior to working at MRCC, Kim was the Events Director at Oklahoma Christian University. Kim is married to Randy and they have three grown children.