The Gathering

Join Us

2009-01-23T20:22:00.001-08:00

We will be living in the Book of John during this season! Join us as we worship, read the word and share of the Goodness of our Lord. Be also in prayer as we make decisions about our new location! God is moving!!!

Praying in 2009

2008-12-25T10:07:00.000-08:00

Join us at the Richeys this Saturday night as we weclome in a new year! We will worship, share and pray specifically for our nation, our community and the future of The Gathering. See you then!

From Core Values to Cold Stone

2008-11-23T15:14:00.000-08:00

Life is Good at The Gathering. We have had an incredible and intimate time processing through our Core Values. As we ended with the value of empowerment, we discovered that the culture that we are creating is one that builds and lifts up one another. This is a value-that those who are apart of our community discover who they are, are affirmed in their strengths and released to pour out to others. As we are empowered by the Holy Spirit, we empower one another to live our best lives. This includes growing, but never "capping" out. As the core team at the Gathering is preparing for our next steps, may we continue to celebrate and affirm one another in this wonderful journey.

This Saturday at the Gathering: We're meeting at Cold Stone in the Valencia Promenade on McBean Parkway. It's next to Peet's Coffee. See you at 7pm.

Wholeness -Where It Begins

2008-10-27T20:42:00.000-07:00

This week at the Gathering- We are reading John Chapter 4: 1-42 before we meet together. While you read the story of the Samaritan woman reflect on the following:
1. What is the context of this story?
2. What is highlighted for you?
3. How does the message apply to your own life and your family?
4. How does the message apply to The Gathering?

Come prepared to share your insights as we dive into this chapter together. We meet at the Richey's at 7pm. Special Note: Everyone bring their favorite fall treat! See you then.

Core Values-Who The Gathering Is

2008-10-27T20:25:00.000-07:00

Every action begins with a thought. Knowing who we are affects what we do. When we don’t know who are we open ourselves to behaviors that are inconsistent with our desires. Often, we are unaware that we are being inconsistent and we wonder, why me or maybe why NOT me? By knowing who we are we have the ability to make the choices that reflect our desires. So knowing is KEY for it shapes all that we do in life. For the Gathering, we must know who are so that we function and serve out of purpose which will allow us to measure ourselves and keep us intentional in our direction.

Based on our initial discussion of "who we are" at the Spragues, this list was compiled. We are working three value carefully and specifically each week.

I. Worship (Exodus 34:14, Mt. 14:33, 2:2-11, Heb. 1:6, Romans 11:36, 12:1-2)
· Christ-Centered
· Authentic
· Spirit-led
· Corporate and Individual

II. Word of God (2 Timothy 3:16, 1 Peter 1:10-12, 2 Peter 1:21, Dt. 4:2, Psalm 19:7, 119:105, Mt. 1:22, Hebrews 4:13, Ephesians, 6:17-our sword, 1 Peter 2:2, Mt. 4:4 –life in God’s Words)
· Inspired
· Relevant
· Active
· Life Giving

III. Wholeness
· Accepting (Ephesians 4)
· Counseling and Care
· Forgiven and Healed
· Accountable

IV. Community (Ephesians 5)
· Truth Seeking
· Open Minded
· Secure
· Creative
· Entrepreneurial

V. Empowerment (Ephesians 6)
· Discipleship (Acts 8:14-17; 19:1-6, 1 Cor. 12-2)
· Cultivating Individual Gifts (1 Corinthians 12-4)
· Networking (NT Church)
· Releasing Acts(Mathew 28, 2:17-18)

Talking Points
What does each value mean? (Definition)

How does look in our Church? (Action)

A People of Praise

2008-09-20T17:12:00.000-07:00

Caleb Quaye brought a strong word to us regarding Worship- We are a people of praise. It was a powerful time as he shared the word and taught with insight and depth. In fact, most of us continue to reflect upon the concepts of being OF God and the power of reconciliation. The Gathering will continue on our journey of rediscovering the beautiful truths presented. Let us remember that we ARE people of PRAISE!

P-People-We are His People
R-Righteous-We are a Righteous People
A-Access-We are people of Access
I-Indwelt-We are people indwelt by the Spirit
S- Strength-We are people of Strength
E-Endurance-We are people of Endurance

IMPORTANT LOCATION INFORMATION
We will be meeting at Jimmy and Dorenda Sprague's Home for the following weeks: Saturday, September 27th, and Saturday, October 4th!

Worship and Prayer

2008-08-20T12:52:00.000-07:00

Our time of worship and prayer was extremely powerful this week. God is blessing the Gathering and we are growing together. We were excited to welcome Rod and Teresa Koop and Andrew and Dixie Mitchell. Both couples bring a wealth of experience, insight and leadership. It was great to have them!

The Gathering continued through the Book of Haggai and touched on the three issues facing the Israelites at the time-disinterest (in building) discouragement (in building and building and building) and lastly, dissatisfaction (with more of the same.) Haven't we all been here? Haggai encouraged the people to worship by laying the first stone of the temple. He encouraged the people to be strong, stand firm and work for the glory of this latter temple will be greater than the former. And he encouraged them to live holy lives. In the midst of all of these directives, God promises to be with them and to bless them.

We concluded with an intentional point of prayer of protection over each couple. God's presence was very real and our time together was marked by the prophetic. God is with the Gathering as we build something new. He has promised to bless us corporately and individually and He is doing it!

Everyone has a story to share...so let's do it this Saturday. Hope you can come!

Join us this Saturday night at 7 pm.

The Richeys
Worship and The Word then...
The Baked Potato in Studio City Following
Directions coming soon

Be Strong

2008-08-13T12:51:00.000-07:00

We love The Gathering!

Here are just a few of the highlights from Saturday's gathering and readings from Haggai 2:1-9 and Psalm 33. We learned that the encouraging prophet, Haggai framed three messages to the Israelites and we've touched on the first two. The first message was for the disinterested-"Build the Temple!" our call to worship. The second was for the discouraged, "Be Strong and Work," for God's glory will be greater in the new temple and in YOU. In short, the best is yet to come.

For those of us who are feeling discouraged, God says press on and stick it out. Perhaps we are facing a mountain to large to overcome, God is saying this is not a mountain, but a molehill. Maybe we feel backed up against a wall (or a mountain for that matter), God says, I will make a way. But, you have to need me. You have to want me. I will be there!

May We Be Strong and Worship
* He will provide the strength we need
* He will provide the way we need
* He will provide the glory that gives him glory!

This Saturday
7pm at the Richeys
Haggai 2:10-14
Dessert as always

Prayer: The Sprague family and those involved in the accident and The Donai Family.

Laying The First Stone

2008-08-07T08:09:00.000-07:00

Worship, that is what we are called to. Worship in our homes, worship through our actions, worship in our relationships, and worship as we gather together. It is our prime directive in life-Worshipping God for who He is and what He has done. The Gathering has decided that everything we do and all that we want to become begins with worship.

As we read through the book of Haggai this month, we see how God's people chose to avoid His call to worship by building their own homes rather than the Temple of God. Nothing prospered in their lives. Times were tough, there was never enough. Scarcity in all areas permeated their lives. Do you sometimes feel like no matter how hard you try that relationship is still a struggle? or perhaps you are not seeing blessing in your finances or creativity. Is there growth you want to see, but despite all of your efforts, progress is at a snails pace? The Israelites were feeling this way until they obeyed the word of God, to rebuild the temple, a command they were given 16 years earlier.

Finally, they listened. They chose to obey and put God first. The first step was to rebuild the temple. And an amazing thing happened. From the moment they, "laid to first stone" God said, I will bless you. No more fruitless vines, no more dry land, no more bags of money filled with holes. Blessing ensued.

We have laid the first stone. God wants to bless the Gathering. We are a people of worship so as we go through this week, may we remember He is worthy of praise and our number one priority.

This Week at the Gathering:
* 7pm at the Richeys
* Worship, Discussion of Haggai continues and what's ahead
* Activities for the kids
* Dessert and Coffee

Mark your Calendars
Caleb Quaye, September 6th!
Invite your friends

Gathering, It's What We Do

2008-07-29T08:47:00.000-07:00

It was a wonderful time of gathering last Saturday! Thank you all for your contributions. We believe this is the start of something unique and fantastic. The fellowship was authentic, the presence of God was real... and the volume level of numerous conversations is worth mentioning. Was it a party or what? God is good.

Join us Saturday, August 2nd for worship, the Word and dialogue about the weeks to come. Because of the kids, we will be time sensitive. We will start at 7pm and end with dessert at 8pm. Looking forward to seeing you!

* Saturday Night, August 2nd at 7 pm
* Dessert Provided
* Activities for the kids
* Located at 17749 Cape Jasmine Road

As we gather and grow together, may we go out in the reality of God's love and presence.
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Let's Gather

2008-07-17T17:04:00.000-07:00

This is a time for us to gather to discuss the background and vision of The Gathering. Tim will be sharing on the last three years and the foundation that has been established. Lew will share of the vision and how worship will be the cornerstone of The Gathering. We are excited, hopeful and assured that now is the time!

* Saturday Night, July 26th at 7 pm
* Dessert Provided
* We will have a movie for the kids
* Located at 17749 Cape Jasmine Road

Evite and Map to follow. Can't wait to see you there!
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