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How to Register As a Volunteer on The Bridge

Detailed instructions How to Register on The Bridge in pdf format.

 

FAQ's for Building Phases

When a group is looking for volunteers to help with a building project for Southern Baptists, there are some steps that will help make the project and volunteer management more efficient.  Listed below are some general guidelines to keep in mind when considering a building project:

Building - Phase I
1.  Architectural Plans
2.  Permit approval by city or county
3.  Clear land
4.  Install underground water lines, sewer lines, electrical lines, gas lines, cable lines, etc.
5.  Lay cement foundation
6.  City and/or county inspection

Building - Phase II
1.  Framing (wood or steel)
2.  Rough electrical
3.  Rough plumbing
4.  Flooring
5.  Roofing (shingles, tiles, or metal)
6.  Exterior walls (brick, stucco, hardy plank, vinyl)
7.  Exterior windows and doors.
8.  City and/or county inspection

Building - Phase III
1.  H.V. A/C installed
2.  Insulation
3.  Drywall
4.  Drywall finish
5.  Painting
6.  City and/or county inspection

Building - Phase IV
1.  Finish carpentry
2.  Finish plumbing
3.  Cabinetry
4.  Finish electrical
5.  Tile work
6.  Paint - touch up
7.  Install carpet
8.  Final inspection by city and/or county

Volunteer Team On-Site Suggestions
1.  For RV's are needed sewer and water hook-ups
2.  Local campsites may qualifiy
3.  Local church or school with showers
4.  Place to prepare meals, optional
5.  Local volunteers may provide meals

 
Welcome to The New Bridge We here at the North American Mission Board have planned and worked hard to provide an exceptional tool to connect Southern Baptists with mission opportunities in North America. As you log on to the new Bridge you will find resources and information that will assist you in planning a life changing mission trip. Project managers will find additional tools that will assist in engaging volunteers in strategies for reaching people for Christ. By posting your short-term mission needs thousands of volunteers will have the opportunity to discover how they can become a partner with you in reaching your community with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Please note the new Bridge has some new features. When you sign into the new Bridge the first time you will need to:
  • • Choose a new password
  • • Answer a new security question
  • • Update your user profile
The Bridge staff looks forward to a wonderful partnership with you. Our prayer is that God will use you in a mighty way as we Share Christ, Start Churches and Send Missionaries and Volunteers!
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