CHAPTER 9
BRIDGING GROWTH;
Bridging growth occurs when a church extends itself across national, linguistic, or ethnic gaps to
plant a new church in a different culture. The term “Bridging” is used because when this process
occurs a “Bridge” is created from one culture to another to communicate the Gospel. Modern
means of transportation and communication have greatly advanced the potential of the church for
bridging growth in even the most remote areas.