en Loving God, Loving Others Matt. 22:37-39 http://www.thegatheringhome.org © Copyright 2000 - 2008Church Community Builder. All Rights Reserved. http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=148 Sunday, July 6, 2008: This Sunday we are having our services at DISCOVERY CANYON which is a school located at 1810 Northgate Blvd. It's just a few minutes from where we normally meet. We will hold services at 8:45 am, 10:00 am and 11:15 am. This is the final Sunday of our Song of Solomon series and the message is entitled "The art of commitment". Please join us. Mon, 30 Jun 2008 10:04:39 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=409 Heather Lambert has worked for the YWAM mission's organization for the past few years and is now back home in Colorado! We welcome her with open arms! She has done an incredible job serving on behalf of The Gathering and we are so excited to have her back! To learn more about Heather and her work with YWAM click here. Fri, 27 Jun 2008 08:55:31 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=68 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=68&article_id=95 Heather Lambert works with YWAM (Youth With a Mission). YWAM Colorado offers to equip, prepare and launch students into ministry either living among unreached peoples or working on their behalf. She is now taking a group of 3 ladies to a muslim nation to teach english and will be gone Dec. 10 - Feb. 23. Please pray for safe travel and effective communication and lots of new friendships. She will also continue to be working with an alliance for people in Asia. This alliance exists to do three things. 1. Be a line of communication to people sent from our campus. 2. Train and prepare students to enter into nations in a way that will bless the people living in that nation. 3. Raise an awareness of the needs as well as the beauty within the people that live in these nations to those who might not have a chance to interact with them personally, but can pray for them. To learn more about Youth With A Mission, visit: www.ywamcolorado.org Heather is now back home in Colorado!!! She has done an incredible job working with the YWAM ministry over the past few years and we're excited to have her back! To contact Heather, e-mail her at: mailto:lamberth@ywamsfi.org Fri, 27 Jun 2008 08:50:47 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=104 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=104&article_id=419 Our prayer is that these messages help you to connect with God. For access to all on-line messages click here. Due to copyright issues we are unable to make the content of this sermon series from Tommy Nelson available online. This content can be purchased directly from http://www.songofsolomon.com/.Jun 22, 2008 The Art of Romance 1 Mike Worley Jun 15, 2008 The Art of Conflict 2 Steve Burford Jun 08, 2008 The Art of Conflict 1 Mike Worley Jun 01, 2008 The Art of Intimacy 2 Mike Worley May 25, 2008 The Art of Intimacy 1 Mike Worley May 18, 2008 The Art of Courtship 2 Steve Burford May 11, 2008 The Art of Courtship 1 Mike Worley May 04, 2008 The Art of Dating Mike Worley Apr 27, 2008 The Art of Attraction Mike Worley Mon, 23 Jun 2008 10:03:18 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=190 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=190&article_id=422 Greetings Potential LifeGroup Leader, I want to thank you for taking the time to attend our upcoming orientation. We know how valuable your time is and understand the sacrifice that is being made. Because of that I want to briefly explain what is in this packet, give a brief overview of the orientation and, finally, encourage you. Below you will find an application; while long, most of it is going to be used to get to know you and to better help you succeed in your group. In the application packet, you will find some background check information which is simply there in order to help us be a good steward of the trust people have given us. You will also find our statement of faith and a description of the responsibilities and character of a LifeGroup leader. While LifeGroups will have few boundaries, our statement of faith, description of responsibilities, and Honor Code will act as our guide. Finally, you will find a personality profile and a spiritual gifts inventory. Once again, we want to use these to help you be successful in your ministry. Orientation will be Sunday, July 27, 2008 at either 9:00am or 11:00am (choose one) in the Teacher’s Lounge at TCA. During orientation we will be answering your questions, introducing the structure of LifeGroups, giving you information about signing up your groups, and going over expectations and accountability. During this time you will meet some of the coaches that are going to be involved, and hear about skills that will help you to be successful in your ministry. Finally, I am constantly praying for you and your families as you begin this journey. I am asking God to bless you richly with His wisdom, discernment, passion and creativity. Let me encourage you to also be praying for those that will be in your group. I honestly can’t wait to see what God will do as we bathe this journey in prayer. We’ll see you then! Steve Burford Associate Pastor Steve@thegatheringhome.org 719.785.0118 Thu, 19 Jun 2008 14:38:34 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=167 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=167&article_id=407 We are so excited to be starting another semester of LifeGroups with you!Once we have received your leader application and you have completed Orientation, we will let you know of the upcoming events that we would like you to participate in, and a few other dates for your information.Check back with us as we get closer to Fall 2008! If you need clarification on any events, please contact Steve (steve@thegatheringhome.org or Jonni (jonni@thegatheringhome.org) or call 785-0118. We are looking forward to a great semester! Thu, 19 Jun 2008 14:37:26 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=191 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=191&article_id=423 Dear Continuing LifeGroup Leader: We appreciate the time and effort you put in to making our Kitchen experience meaningful for people in our church family. We are hoping that you would like to pick up a LifeGroup for the Fall semester. Below you will find the “Continuing LifeGroup Leader” forms. If you are planning on leading a LifeGroup this semester, please be sure to complete the information and return it to the LifeGroup Kiosk any Sunday, fax them (785-0407), or mail it to the church office at: 16275 Kingswood Dr., Colorado Springs, CO 80921. We have to have the forms returned to us by July 27, to ensure the information will be included in the directory. If you are having trouble deciding on what type of group you would like to lead, we have some suggestions of what we would like to see get started this fall. We would like to offer classes that help with visitor follow-up and web-based groups for those who cannot attend church on Sundays. We would also like to start a series of LifeLink classes that meet on Sunday mornings. Our hope is that they would be stand-alone classes (meaning people can join the group any week), discussion based, and open to visitors or people who are interested in what LifeGroups are all about. Topics that we would like to see in these classes would be sermon application, discipleship essentials, or apologetics. If you need help with curriculum or ideas, please contact me. Thank you for all of your faithfulness, Steve Burford Associate Pastor Steve@thegatheringhome.org 719.785.0118 Thu, 19 Jun 2008 14:35:09 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=191 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=191&article_id=429 Below are the documents that need to be filled in and returned to The Gathering. Please either place them in the LifeGroup Kiosk basket in the church lobby, fax them (785-0407), or mail them to: The Gathering Attn: Jonni McCoy 16275 Kingswood Dr. Colorado Springs, CO 80921 Directory Form Background Check Thu, 19 Jun 2008 14:34:03 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=190 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=190&article_id=426 Below are the documents that need to be filled in and returned to The Gathering. Please either place them in the LifeGroup Kiosk basket in the church lobby, fax them (785-0407), or mail them to: The Gathering Attn: Jonni McCoy 16275 Kingswood Dr. Colorado Springs, CO 80921 LifeGroup Leader Application Statement of Faith & Honor Code Spiritual Gifts Survey Personality Test Background Check Directory Form Thu, 19 Jun 2008 14:33:23 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=173 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=173&article_id=360 WE'RE TAKING A BREAK FOR THE SUMMER; CLASS WILL BEGIN SEPTEMBER 2008. Kids, do you like to travel? Is having fun your goal? Each Sunday you can join our Missions Kids Class and travel around the world. You will learn about a people group or a holiday. It isn't like school because you'll hear guest speakers, watch videos, play games, make crafts and eat foods from that country. You'll learn a Bible verse that shows God's heart for all the people of the world to know Him and worship Him. The best part of all is that you'll learn how to pray for people from other countries. So join us at 9:00 every Sunday if you're Kindergarten - 4th grade. Thu, 19 Jun 2008 14:23:28 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=176 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=176&article_id=428 A Colorado native, Manny Pollard, has been working in high school as the youth associate for 3 years at The Gathering and is now the Co-Coordinator of 5th/6th grade program. He attends Providence Theological Seminary and is studying for his Bachelors in Theology. Manny's heart beats for young students and coming along side them and changing the world with them for Jesus Christ. He is excited for this new ministry and opportunity to develop relationships with 5th/6th grade students. His hobbies are Skiing in the winter, Golf in the summer. He enjoys Sports Center on ESPN, and is a fan of the Detroit Lions. Click here to email Manny. Thu, 19 Jun 2008 13:58:15 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=176 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=176&article_id=364 Lixy is pictured on the right at 9 years old.Lixy has volunteered with Children and Youth Ministries for 6 years. She has a desire to see young people get excited about God! Lixy and her husband, Jerry, have been married for 6 years and have a handsome 18 month old son, Grayson, and are expecting their second child, a girl, in June. Her family moved last August from Georgia to Colorado. She loves swimming, hiking, watching movies and being a mom. Click here to email Lixy. Thu, 19 Jun 2008 13:46:23 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=176 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=176&article_id=394 Denise is pictured on the right at 5 years old. Denise has served in children's ministries for over 20 years and loves nothing more than seeing the true joy on the face of a child when they are able to feel that they matter. She has served as Leader for the 3-year olds class and was also a "Twinkles" leader in Shining Stars. She's been married to Doug for 18 years and they, with their son Elijah, moved here from Oregon a year ago. Her goal and prayer is that each one of our little ones comes to know that they are loved dearly by the Creator of the universe and that they can make a difference in the world by loving God and loving others. Click here to email Denise. Thu, 19 Jun 2008 13:45:27 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=189 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=189&article_id=427 Children's Ministry Volunteers and their families are invited to a Hoe-Down BBQ at the Ministry Center from 11:00am-2:00pm. Thu, 19 Jun 2008 13:44:37 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=189 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=189&article_id=417 3rd-6th Graders have the opportunity to attend Camp Elim in Woodland Park the week of July 20-26. This is a Christian overnight camp that is filled with fun games, activities, skill classes, and chapel sessions. Campers will be challenged by a variety of life skills with an emphasis on spiritual values. COST: $340 FIRST-TIME DISCOUNT: $40 EARLY REGISTRATION (April 20): $25 If you have any questions you may contact the camp directly either at 719-687-2030 or you can register online at www.campelim.com. Or you can contact Lixy Alcorta, The Gathering 3rd-5th Grade Coordinator, at lixy@thegatheringhome.org. Thu, 19 Jun 2008 13:44:37 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=144 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=144&article_id=281 WE'RE TAKING A BREAK FOR THE SUMMER AND WILL START BACK IN SEPTEMBER 2008. Shining Stars is a midweek children's ministry of The Gathering. It meets on Wednesday nights at the Gathering Ministry Center, from 6:20 - 8:00. Our evening includes worship, Bible story, games, and Bible memory verse recitation in small groups. Shining Stars is for children ages three through 5th grade. The 4th and 5th graders participate in ALL STARS, a leadership development program. The purpose of Shining Stars is: To nurture and train children to be disciples of Christ with a strong biblical foundation and heart for service to God and others through: Bible training, Bible memorization and application activities. If you have questions or would like to register your children, please call Michelle Haerr at 531-5883 or email Michelle. SNOW POLICY: If the school districts close for snow, we will not have evening activities. If schools are on a snow delay, a decision will be made by 3PM for evening activity schedules. That noticewill be posted on The Gathering web-site. Thu, 19 Jun 2008 13:40:04 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=25 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=25&article_id=32 On September 24, 2007 The Gathering launched the next phase of our ministry called "The Kitchen". The kitchen is the area of our ministry that all others lead to. People will be challenged to use their gifts and talents to lead and to group together with one another to grow closer to Christ. We believe the best way to create these opportunities is through small groups of people meeting frequently. These groups will be called Life Groups. For a more detailed explanation on Life Groups, check out our Overview. Thu, 19 Jun 2008 12:52:17 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=25 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=25&article_id=405 Updated on 06/19/2008 Click here for Directory Thu, 19 Jun 2008 11:47:30 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=406 Click here for LifeGroup Directory - UPDATED 06/19/2008 Thu, 19 Jun 2008 11:46:54 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=192 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=192&article_id=424 Leadership Training was held on April 29th, 2007. Audio tracks from the training session by Scott Shaum and Bill Pace are now available for your listening pleasure via this website link. Overview documents for each audio session are available via the following page links Bill Lane Document Scott Shaum Document Click here, then select one of the "Click to Play" links to listen to the training session. Thu, 12 Jun 2008 14:50:42 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=169 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=169&article_id=420 Click Here to open and print the 2008 VBS Registration Form. Tue, 10 Jun 2008 16:49:26 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=38 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=38&article_id=40 ... groups of 3 or more people seeking to grow nearer to Christ through relationships with one another. What does this mean for those who are asking questions about Christ? They have a place. What does this mean for the mature believer? They have a place. What does this mean for those with a message to share? They have a place. What does this mean for the hurting? They have a place. Everyone is welcome and no one is turned away. What will each group study or be involved in? People typically grow better in life when they are coupled with people they like, or at least with those with which they share a common interest. Because of this, every group may be different, or several can be the same. They can be recreationally-centered, artistically-defined, serving-oriented, learning-based, teaching-led, or discussion-driven. They can be highly relational or very structured. They can have a syllabus and homework or no requirements at all. They might be for couples or singles, young or old. They can target families or those who have experienced divorce or death. We want to help create an environment of growth through relationships of shared interest: Loving God, Loving others, together. How long is a Life Group's duration? One semester. Life groups are designed to have movement at the beginning and end of each semester. Our groups need to help people grow in their relationship with Christ. Sometimes to grow means remaining in the same group; sometimes it means moving to another. Sometimes growing means people will need to move into leadership. Can groups continue to meet during the next semester? Absolutely! Life Groups resume on September 7, with LifeFest on August 17 & 24 Tue, 10 Jun 2008 14:34:42 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=170 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=170&article_id=355 Thu, 5 Jun 2008 12:09:57 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=170 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=170&article_id=354 You will be re-directed in 5 seconds to "The Gathering's" Youth Web Site. If you are not re-directed please click on the link below. Check out our Youth Web Site at http://www.gatheringstudents.org/. The Gathering Student Ministries seeks to reach young people ages 11 to 19 with the amazing life changing power of Jesus Christ. Go to the old High School Web Site. Thu, 5 Jun 2008 12:05:29 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=18 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=18&article_id=247 We believe in one God who alone is to be worshipped, who rules the universe and created everything. He has revealed Himself as Father, Son and Holy Spirit.We believe in the Father, holy, almighty and loving, the source of all goodness and truth.We believe in the Son, one with the Father, our Lord Jesus Christ who was sent into the world by the Father's love, conceived by the Spirit and born of the virgin Mary. He was crucified for our sins and raised from the dead by the power of God. He now sits at the Father's right hand interceding for His Church and will return to judge all the earth, then every knee shall bow before Him.We believe in the Holy Spirit, one with the Father and Son, who inspired the Scriptures, brings to new birth all who believe on Jesus; indwells us as a seal to eternal life, inspires us to holy living and distributes gifts of power and service to all who believe.We believe that human beings were created in God's image, but were alienated from God because of sin and now live in a sin‑damaged world. We human beings cannot restore the relationship, but God in His love and mercy, through Jesus' sacrifice on the cross, restores those who believe in Him. Jesus will heal the universe when He returns.We believe God brings all His new born children into His family, the Church, which is manifested fully in every place where He meets them as they gather for worship, fellowship and service according to His Word. As Lord of His Church, Jesus mandates us to proclaim Him to people everywhere so that, they too, might follow Him and be saved from eternal judgment. One day He will come and gather all His Church to be with Him in heaven's glory forever.We believe in the Bible as God's inspired Word to all people. In it He reveals the truth which we believe. It is trustworthy in all it affirms and it is reliable as our guide for conduct as individuals, as families and as a Church. Tue, 3 Jun 2008 14:37:32 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14&article_id=4 Sunday Morning Services are held at: The Classical Academy (Map) 975 Stout Road, Colorado Springs, CO 80921 -- 9:00 a.m. Worship Service and Children's Ministry -- -- 11:00 a.m. Worship Service and Children's Ministry -- Middle School Ministry -- High School Ministry -- Directions: TCA is located off of Voyager Drive on Stout Road. From the Gleneagle exit (156A) on I-25 go east on Northgate Road. At Voyager Drive take a right (going south) and continue until Stout Road where you would take a right (west). At the end of Stout is The Classical Academy. Wednesday Evening Children's Ministry -- "Shining Stars" meets at: The Gathering Ministry Center 16275 Kingswood Drive, Colorado Springs, CO, 80921 (Map) Directions: From I-25, take the Baptist Road exit, go east on Baptist Road. Go 1.7 miles to Kingswood Drive on your left, turn onto Kingswood and follow it until the entrance of the Gathering Ministry Center - follow the one way system to the large Gathering Ministry Center Building. Our offices are located at: 16275 Kingswood Drive, Colorado Springs, CO, 80921 (Map) Phone Number: (719) 785-0118 Email: Church Office Directions: From I-25, take the Baptist Road exit, go east on Baptist Road. Go 1.7 miles to Kingswood Drive on your left, turn onto Kingswood and follow it until the entrance of the Gathering Ministry Center - follow the one way system to the large Gathering Ministry Center Building. Tue, 27 May 2008 12:17:01 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=87 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=87&article_id=163 The Gathering recognizes that some needs are best dealt with in a confidential manner. Examples may include individual and marriage counseling, addiction groups, crisis pregnancy, assistance with troubled children, post-abortion recovery, and domestic violence protection. The church utiltizes a referral list of over 200 individuals, groups, and agencies local to the Pikes Peak region.My name is Craig Cato, and The Gathering has asked me to provide this confidential referral service for the church. If you call the number below, I will be the one answering the phone. Once I fully understand your need, I will direct you to a number of appropriate resources. Unless you request otherwise, pastors and church staff will remain unaware of your situation and need.In addition to calling or sending me an email, I can normally be found under the left video screen after both Sunday services. Since I carry the referral list with me, I should be able to provide immediate assistance to you. Phone: 719 659-8423 email Counseling Tue, 27 May 2008 12:10:04 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=176 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=176&article_id=365 Stacy is pictured on the right at 8 months old. Stacy White is an actress, writer, wife and mother of two. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre. She has done stage, film, commercial, and radio work for such organizations as Focus on the Family. She became involved in children's ministry by volunteering to teach story time. She soon realized God had given her a love for teaching children stories of the Bible. Her desire is to see children of all ages have an intimate relationship with the Jesus Christ and develop a love and fascination for the Word of God. Click here to email Stacy. Tue, 27 May 2008 11:56:00 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=176 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=176&article_id=366 Stacy is pictured on the right at 4 years old. Stacy is 36 years old and has lived on Colorado Springs for 11 years. She is married to a wonderful man, Neal, for 11 years and has two beautiful daughters, Taylor (10) and Megan (2). She has been working with young children for the past 8 years as a Sunday School teacher, preschool teacher and dance instructor. She enjoys spending time with her family. Her passion in life is children and she hopes to make a difference in each of the lives she touches. She feels very blessed to be working at The Gathering and caring for their precious babies. Click here to email Stacy. Tue, 27 May 2008 11:54:44 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=176 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=176&article_id=363 Kathleen is pictured on the right at 7 years old. Kathleen and her family has called beautiful Colorado home for 10 years. Originally from Tucson, Arizona, the mountains and warm sunshine are two of her Colorado favorites. She has passionately worked with children and youth, as a helper, teacher, leader, and director for 27 years. Children’s simple faith and view of God inspires her. Kathleen married her college sweetheart and best friend, James, 21 years ago. They have 3 incredible children and one cool dog. The Gathering has been home, a place for service, fellowship, and spiritual growth for the past two years. Kathleen is thrilled to partner with the Children’s staff in directing our Children’s Ministry. God is using one of her favorite verses to guide her: Proverbs 3:5-7 ...She is trying to live these verses out by trusting in the Lord 100%, not relying on the way she see’s things, but seeking God in everything, knowing He’ll show the way. She looks forward to meeting you and your children.Click here to email Kathleen. Tue, 27 May 2008 11:53:36 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=169 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=169&article_id=401 ALOHA! Surf's up, so grab your surfboard and head for the waves! During VBS 2008, kids will know, speak, and live God's truth-aloha style. Based on Psalm 86:11, Outrigger Island is more than a tropical paradise. It's the place where kids will develop the stability they need to face a world of shifting sands and wavering opinions. ARE YOU INTERESTED IN HELPING OUT WITH VBS THIS SUMMER? We are in need of coordinators and helpers for 2008 VBS. Please contact Kathleen Gregory, Children's Director, if you would like to help with any of the following. Email: KathleenDirector of VBSWorshipAdministrativeCraftsGamesSnacksMissionsStorytellingMedicalSmall Group LeaderNurseryWater Slide Tue, 27 May 2008 11:52:13 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=119 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=119&article_id=240 Business Manager Kate has held various types of administrative positions in both secular and Christian environments over the last 10 years. She has always demonstrated a heart for ministry, and is able to express her heart at The Gathering. Kate is a great Office Manager! Kate is single and 28 years old. e-mail Kate Tue, 27 May 2008 11:47:12 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=119 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=119&article_id=287 IT Management e-mail Ralph Tue, 27 May 2008 11:44:16 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=119 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=119&article_id=368 Administrative Assistant e-mail Jonni Tue, 27 May 2008 11:43:34 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=119 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=119&article_id=274 Youth Administrative Assistant e-mail Jodi Tue, 27 May 2008 11:42:21 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=119 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=119&article_id=273 Facilities ManagerRandy has spent 15 years in Christian camping ministries, the last 9 years at Black Forest Camp & Conference Center (now The Gathering Ministry Center). He loves nature & inspirational photography & hopes to find ways to use it in ministry. Randy and his wife Julie have two daughters, Tracy & Jenelle. e-mail Randy Tue, 27 May 2008 11:41:16 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=119 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=119&article_id=403 Financial Assistant email Darla: Tue, 27 May 2008 11:39:19 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=119 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=119&article_id=404 Administrative Assistant Email Tara: Tue, 27 May 2008 11:38:30 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=119 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=119&article_id=252 Administrative Assistant Carol has worked in numerous venues the past 18 years including ministry organizations, public relations and real estate development. She and Harold have been married 25 years and have one son, Christopher. Carol lends her skills to Mike and Kate at The Gathering. e-mail Carol Tue, 27 May 2008 11:37:10 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=119 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=119&article_id=241 Project Manager/Volunteer Coordinator Sandy brings over 10 years of marketing and project coordination/management experience to The Gathering staff. She has a tender heart for volunteers, having herself been blessed by serving in the church. Her passion is to help people use their unique, God-given gifts to serve the Lord and others. Sandy and her husband, Sam, have been married for 22 years and love living in their log-sided home in the forest. e-mail Sandy Tue, 27 May 2008 11:35:47 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=15 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=15&article_id=369 Children's Ministry DirectorKathleen has passionately worked with children and youth since 1981. Children’s simple faith and view of God inspires her. Our Children's Team is thrilled to teach your child about God's love through His Word. Kathleen and her husband, James, have 3 children: Amanda, Josh, and Sarah. E-mail Kathleen Tue, 27 May 2008 11:32:00 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=15 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=15&article_id=251 Youth Worship Pastor Jerry has been in Youth/Worship ministry since 1998. He has been privileged to hang out with High School and Middle School kids for a living. He has a heart to see kids passionately pursue knowing and enjoying God. He and his wife Lixy have been married six years, and have one child, Grayson, and another on the way. e-mail Jerry Tue, 27 May 2008 11:31:07 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=15 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=15&article_id=215 Associate Pastor/Life Groups Steve has been a pastor for over 13 years in the Colorado Springs area. Steve has a heart for people - and shows it in all ministry he is involved in. Steve leads our Life Groups Ministry, as we seek to get people involved and in relationship with others. Steve and his wife, Mary, have three kids, Bryan, Mckenna, Taylor. e-mail Steve Tue, 27 May 2008 11:30:20 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=15 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=15&article_id=209 Middle School Pastor Kevin has been in youth ministry over 9 years in Texas and Colorado. He has a desire to lead and equip students and adults to seek a full life in Christ. Kevin and his wife Kate, have a girl, Claire Noel, and a new baby boy, Daniel. e-mail Kevin Tue, 27 May 2008 11:29:21 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=15 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=15&article_id=213 Associate Lead Pastor/Worship Leif has been leading worship for over 15 years in Colorado and Pennsylvania. Leif and his wife, Stacey, have one daughter, China. e-mail Leif Tue, 27 May 2008 11:28:32 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=15 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=15&article_id=237 Lead Pastor Mike has been a pastor for over 21 years, serving in both California and Colorado. Mike and his wife, Leesa, have 5 children, Michael, Katie, Jeremy, Rebecca, and Ben. e-mail Mike Tue, 27 May 2008 11:27:25 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=109 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=109&article_id=219 Contact Information For The Gathering Mailing Address: Church Office (map) 16275 Kingswood Drive Colorado Springs, CO 80921 Telephone: Email: Send email (719) 785-0118 Office (719) 785-0407 Fax Meeting Location: The Classical Academy (map) 975 Stout Dr. Colorado Springs, CO 80921-3801 Tue, 27 May 2008 10:34:47 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1&article_id=8 INFORMATION AND EVENTS: Children's: Have you seen our brightly colored sign up wall? Stop by the Children's Welcome area and sign up for a couple weeks of summer service. Sunday Programs happen because of YOU! Stickers for Kenya! Children's Ministry is collecting fun stickers to be sent to children in Kenya. Help us share the love of Christ through the children of The Gathering. Please bring packages of stickers to the Children's Welcome area. VBS registration is located at the Outrigger Island table in the lobby on Sunday. VBS dates - June 23-27. Cost is $15 per child, $30 per family (max). VBS Volunteer's children attend for free! June 8 - Promotion Sunday - A special day in which our children will advance to the next grade level in both Children's and Youth. Youth: Middle School-End of school "Fear Factor" Treasure Hunt, Saturday, May 31, 10 am- 2 pm, FREE! Parents-we need your help! Please sign up in the Middle School service.Summer Camp for Middle School-Camp Elim, June 29-July 5. Cost is $320. Registration forms are available at the Camp Elim table in the lobby. Missions: Life Network-Baby Bottle Campaign. Please join us in supporting Life Network as they seek to impact the lives of mothers and their unborn children. Stop by the table in the lobby on Sunday and pick up a baby bottle, fill it with change between now and June 15. Thu, 15 May 2008 14:47:49 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=67 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=67&article_id=87 ISP (International School Project) A Ministry of Campus Crusade for Christ International Colorado Springs, CO Wed, 14 May 2008 16:44:04 MST http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=67 http://www.thegatheringhome.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=67&article_id=88 Chris is currently working with the ISP which is a ministry under the umbrella of Campus Crusades for Christ. At four-day-long convocations, several hundred teachers view the Jesus film and the opportunity to consider a relationship with Christ- for themselves and then their students. ISP offers a morality and ethnics curriculum that many government officials welcome, convinced it can help turn such students into responsible adults. Chris's role in ISP is to recruit delegates or volunteers who want to travel on a trip and train teachers to go overseas. ISP is currently working in Russia, Ukraine, Guatemala, Mongolia and Kyrgyzstan. They have about 20 international two week trips per year and have, this year alone, already sent nine teams out to Russia, Ukraine, Guatemala, and Kyrgyzstan! Here are a few highlights from the trips: Ukraine - They continue to train teachers in every school district. Over the two weeks, 214 teachers received the Christian morals and ethics curriculum! Most of the training was done my nationals. Russia - A former Muslim public school teacher experienced her first Easter as a Christian! Guatemala - The team director announced to the teachers that they would have an opportunity to receive a Bible if they wanted and a great round of spontaneous applause ensued! The Bible boxes emptied extremely quickly! Kyrgyzstan - Conferences were held in two different cities with over 100 teachers participating in each. The team had a very good response from all the teachers. To learn more about ISP contact Chris at: Chris.Kaupp@ccci.org Wed, 14 May 2008 16:35:55 MST