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Dr. Archie Callahan

Archie Callahan is the Founding Lead Pastor of Bridge Church, a vibrant and diverse community rooted in Spirit-led worship. Since marrying his wonderful wife Tangie in 1995, Archie has dedicated his life to ministry, establishing Bridge Church in Virginia Beach in 1998. Under his leadership, the church has grown into a dynamic multi-site organization with three campuses, focused on expanding God's kingdom through campus planting, new church initiatives, and empowering leaders.

Archie holds a Doctorate in Theology and Ministry from Northwind Seminary, along with a Master’s Degree in Christian Leadership from Southwestern Christian University. The main campus of Bridge Church sprawls over 28 acres in the courthouse area of Virginia Beach, where the mission is clear: to ‘connect all people to the person, power, and purpose of Jesus.’ For more information about Archie or Bridge Church, visit www.bridgechurch.tv.