OUR HISTORY
ELECT Bridge Training Ministry’s Mission
Rev. Dr. Patricia Roberson-Fickling, a native of Atlanta, Georgia, has always been deeply involved in community service and leadership. She graduated from J.C. Murphy High School in 1976, where she was highly active in various school activities, including serving as president of her senior class and being a member of the AZUWUR yearbook staff. Her dedication to community work extended beyond school, as she participated in the Kirkwood Players, an initiative that performed skits and songs to raise awareness about drug use. She also contributed to the Dekalb-Atlanta Voters Council, promoting community education and awareness through prayer breakfasts with local politicians and clergy. Dr. Fickling graduated from Berry College and furthered her education with multiple master’s degrees, including in Business and Public Administration. She earned her Doctor of Ministry from Jacksonville Theological Seminary, where she also serves as a facilitator.
In addition to her academic achievements, Dr. Fickling has received numerous awards for her community contributions, including the C.A.R.E. Award from the Boys and Girls Club of Metro Atlanta and a nomination for the Presidential Award for Community Service. She has been a keynote speaker at the Annual Martin Luther King Jr. celebration and served on various local, regional, and national committees. Dr. Fickling currently serves as the Director of Children’s Church at Beulah Missionary Baptist Church in Decatur, Georgia, and holds several leadership roles, including President of the Glenda J. Black Minister Spouses and Widows Guild and Chaplain for the Women’s Ministry. She is married to Rev. Leo Fickling, Jr., a decorated Vietnam Marine Veteran, and together they have a blended family of three adult children, three granddaughters, and one grandson.
ELECT Bridge Training Ministry’s
Mission Statement
ELECT Bridge Training Ministry, LLC exists to equip church leaders with the tools, strategies, and support they need to thrive in a post-pandemic world. We tackle challenges head-on by offering comprehensive training and development programs tailored to the unique needs of each congregation. Our goal is to bridge the gap between tradition and innovation, ensuring churches remain connected and impactful—both in-person and online.
We fulfill our mission through worship services, conferences, retreats, focus groups, strategic training sessions, and small group discussions. These gatherings are thoughtfully designed for all groups, whether inside or outside the church, to foster spiritual growth, leadership development, and community engagement.
Our programs are grounded in biblical principles and informed by contemporary best practices, preparing church leaders to confidently navigate the evolving landscape of modern ministry. By cultivating a supportive and collaborative community, we build a resilient network of leaders and laypersons who are equipped to inspire, lead, and shepherd their congregations through any season.
At ELECT Bridge, we are committed to staying current with emerging trends and challenges, constantly refining our content to ensure continued relevance and effectiveness. With a deep commitment to excellence, innovation, and faith, we empower leaders to fulfill their God-given potential and lead with clarity, confidence, and compassion.
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Our Focus
Our approach empowers churches to engage their communities with renewed purpose and lasting impact. We believe every church, regardless of scale, can thrive with well-trained, motivated leaders. In the post-pandemic world, our ministry helps churches adapt and grow, ensuring they not only survive but flourish, making a meaningful difference in their communities.
Our Vision
Our vision is rooted in the belief that every church, regardless of size, has the potential to flourish when its leaders are well-trained and motivated. The challenges of the post-pandemic world have highlighted the need for churches to adapt and evolve, and our ministry is dedicated to supporting this transformation. We envision a future where churches are not only surviving but thriving, reaching out to their communities with renewed vigor and purpose.