The Bridge Ministry

The Bridge Ministry While serving a long term sentence in a regional jail, Bridge Ministry founder, William Washington, found the grace and strength to begin a new life.

The Bridge provides men mentoring, vocational skills, education and relationships needed to bridge the gap from addiction to productive community and family life. After overcoming a life of addictive behavior, he began reaching out to those in jail through a community meeting. Later, he opened his home to families in his neighborhood and to troubled men who needed help overcoming their addictions

. Since 1996, The Bridge Ministry has been providing a second chance for men who are committed to breaking free from life-controlling issues. The majority of men who successfully complete the 18-month program go on to live successful and productive lives. The Bridge Ministry curriculum is designed around several proven programs and our 20+ years of experience that address the most important issues men must master to succeed in life. Our goal is to see men excel in the following six areas:

1. Personal Growth —getting to know the root cause of drug abuse and addiction through one-on-one and group drug
counseling

2. Life Application Skills — acquiring practical skills on how to live productively in society

3. Anger Management — learning to recognize and control anger issues

4. Spiritual Development —understanding how a relationship with God can help men live successfully

5. Job Training Skills —learning practical job skills and applying them in the work place

6. Relationship Skills —learning how to live with other people in a way that is meaningful and healthy

There are times when a loved one or someone you care deeply about like Brian Shelton passes on, and the feelings and emo...
08/15/2026

There are times when a loved one or someone you care deeply about like Brian Shelton passes on, and the feelings and emotions can be overwhelming. For me, as someone who is in a spiritual position to see God in different ways, it can still be difficult to accept because of the life we have shared with them. That's why I wanted to take some time and let things rest before expressing my thoughts and feelings about my brother Brian.

I'm grateful for the opportunity to speak about the man, and the friend that he has been to me. Brian was a true servant to the body of Christ, and to the community. As someone who has worked with him in those moments as we served together, I watched him share his life so others could have a better one. Working with Brian was more than just accomplishing a job and I am so grateful for the example he set for me and for the love and support that I received. One of the ways I hope to honor him is to reflect that example and hopefully keep passing it on to others. I love you Brian and you are missed.

William

The Bridge Ministry is excited to attend the headlining conversation with John Grisham, launching the 14th Annual Tom To...
04/21/2026

The Bridge Ministry is excited to attend the headlining conversation with John Grisham, launching the 14th Annual Tom Tom Festival on Wednesday, April 22. Please stop by our table in the lobby before or after the event to say hello learn more about our program! Tom Tom Foundation The Bridge Ministry

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3054 Dixie Hill Rd
Buckingham, VA
23921

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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+14349692991

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