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Update for Aug 30-Sept 5, 2026

Welcome to the weekly update! This is your one-stop spot for everything happening in our church family. From kids to adults, small groups to special events, here's how you can get connected over the next seven days. Sunday, August 30 Intercessory Prayer - 8:30 am in Room #109 9:00 & 10:30 am Worship Gatherings - Join us for Sunday service in person or online FMSC Registration For Gateway Opens Today! - Click below or stop by our Welcome Desk for help before/after worship services (check your email for registration code)!Register HERE for our FMSC MobilePack! Kids Ministry - Age-specific programming during both services Student Ministry - Meeting during the 9:00 am service in Student Center Young Adult Group - Meeting during the 9:00 am service in Room #211 Young Adults to Festival of Nations - 12:00 pmYoung Adults: Register Here DivorceCare Group - 6:00 pm in Room #210 Monday, August 31 Coed Pickleball - 6:00 pm in gym Wednesday, September 2 Wednesdays in the Word Bible Study - 10:30 am in Room #112 Quilter Bees - 1:30 pm in Missions Nook Wednesday Night Life Program - 5:30 pm Serving Philly Cheesesteaks (GF), chips, coleslaw, and cookies FMSC MobilePack Registration - In-person help available again at the Welcome Desk during WNL program. Thursday, September 3 Overcomers Group - 7:00 pm in Room #210 Saturday, September 5 Women’s Potluck Breakfast - 9:00 amRSVP to Women's Potluck Breakfast UPCOMING EVENT: Soul Care Retreat -- Fri-Sun, Sept 18-20 Want to reconnect with God? Experience spiritual renewal? Need to slow down and listen for His voice? Join us for this peaceful retreat and God-encounter!Register for our Soul Care Retreat Here! Introducing Little Lights Playtime! 2nd Thursday of month @ 9:30 am A community-centered gathering for children and their parents/caregivers at Gateway!Get Little Lights Play Time Info Here! Current Sermon Series BACK AT IT: Returning to a Life of Discipleship Summer has a way of changing our rhythms. Vacations, travel, new schedules, school starting back, and unexpected detours can all pull us away from the habits and priorities that shape us as followers of Jesus. The good news is that Jesus continually invites us back. Discipleship isn’t about having a perfect track record — it’s about returning to Him again and again. Back At It is a six-week series about re-centering our lives on Jesus. Together, we'll rediscover what it means to follow Him by remembering who we are, establishing life-giving rhythms, living in authentic community, serving others, and learning how to keep going when life knocks us off course. This Week's Message 8.30.26 // Serve God’s Kingdom -- Mark 10:35-45 (ESV) Josh Huckabay, Senior Pastor Watch last week’s sermon 👇 Stay Connected 📩 Subscribe to this Collection to get these updates delivered directly to your inbox. 📸 Follow us on Instagram and YouTube 💬 Pastoral care or questions? Connect with us here. Services: · Sundays at 9:00 AM & 10:30 AM 1951 Des Peres Rd, St Louis MO 63131 Next Week: Don’t Give Up -- Philippians 3:12-16 (ESV) See you soon!

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August 28, 20263 Minute Read
Update for Aug 30-Sept 5, 2026
Welcome to the weekly update! This is your one-stop spot for everything happening in our church family. From kids to adults, small groups to special events, here's how you can get connected over the next seven days. Sunday, August 30 Intercessory Prayer - 8:30 am in Room #109 9:00 & 10:30 am Worship Gatherings - Join us for Sunday service in person or online FMSC Registration For Gateway Opens Today! - Click below or stop by our Welcome Desk for help before/after worship services (check your email for registration code)!Register HERE for our FMSC MobilePack! Kids Ministry - Age-specific programming during both services Student Ministry - Meeting during the 9:00 am service in Student Center Young Adult Group - Meeting during the 9:00 am service in Room #211 Young Adults to Festival of Nations - 12:00 pmYoung Adults: Register Here DivorceCare Group - 6:00 pm in Room #210 Monday, August 31 Coed Pickleball - 6:00 pm in gym Wednesday, September 2 Wednesdays in the Word Bible Study - 10:30 am in Room #112 Quilter Bees - 1:30 pm in Missions Nook Wednesday Night Life Program - 5:30 pm Serving Philly Cheesesteaks (GF), chips, coleslaw, and cookies FMSC MobilePack Registration - In-person help available again at the Welcome Desk during WNL program. Thursday, September 3 Overcomers Group - 7:00 pm in Room #210 Saturday, September 5 Women’s Potluck Breakfast - 9:00 amRSVP to Women's Potluck Breakfast UPCOMING EVENT: Soul Care Retreat -- Fri-Sun, Sept 18-20 Want to reconnect with God? Experience spiritual renewal? Need to slow down and listen for His voice? Join us for this peaceful retreat and God-encounter!Register for our Soul Care Retreat Here! Introducing Little Lights Playtime! 2nd Thursday of month @ 9:30 am A community-centered gathering for children and their parents/caregivers at Gateway!Get Little Lights Play Time Info Here! Current Sermon Series BACK AT IT: Returning to a Life of Discipleship Summer has a way of changing our rhythms. Vacations, travel, new schedules, school starting back, and unexpected detours can all pull us away from the habits and priorities that shape us as followers of Jesus. The good news is that Jesus continually invites us back. Discipleship isn’t about having a perfect track record — it’s about returning to Him again and again. Back At It is a six-week series about re-centering our lives on Jesus. Together, we'll rediscover what it means to follow Him by remembering who we are, establishing life-giving rhythms, living in authentic community, serving others, and learning how to keep going when life knocks us off course. This Week's Message 8.30.26 // Serve God’s Kingdom -- Mark 10:35-45 (ESV) Josh Huckabay, Senior Pastor Watch last week’s sermon 👇 Stay Connected 📩 Subscribe to this Collection to get these updates delivered directly to your inbox. 📸 Follow us on Instagram and YouTube 💬 Pastoral care or questions? Connect with us here. Services: · Sundays at 9:00 AM & 10:30 AM 1951 Des Peres Rd, St Louis MO 63131 Next Week: Don’t Give Up -- Philippians 3:12-16 (ESV) See you soon!
August 21, 20263 Minute Read
Update for August 23-29, 2026
Welcome to the weekly update! This is your one-stop spot for everything happening in our church family. From kids to adults, small groups to special events, here's how you can get connected over the next seven days. Sunday, August 23 Intercessory Prayer - 8:30 am in Room #109 9:00 & 10:30 am Worship Gatherings - Join us for Sunday service in person or online Kids Ministry - Age-specific programming during both services Student Ministry - Meeting during the 9:00 am service in Student Center Young Adult Group - Meeting during the 9:00 am service in Room #211 Gateway Connect Lunch - 12:00 pm in Student Center!Register for Gateway Connect Here DivorceCare Group - 6:00 pm in Room #210 Monday, August 24 Women’s Pickleball - 6:00 pm in gym Wednesday, August 26 WNL Fall Kickoff - 5:30 pm Free Chick-fil-A dinner, followed by fun, info on groups for all ages and fellowship, ending at 8:00 pm (check your email for all the details!) Thursday, August 27 Overcomers Group - 7:00 pm in Room #210 UPCOMING EVENT: Soul Care Retreat Friday-Sunday, September 18-20 Sign Up Here Don’t Forget: Registration for our FMSC MobilePack Opens Sunday, August 30!FMSC MobilePack Current Sermon Series BACK AT IT: Returning to a Life of Discipleship Summer has a way of changing our rhythms. Vacations, travel, new schedules, school starting back, and unexpected detours can all pull us away from the habits and priorities that shape us as followers of Jesus. The good news is that Jesus continually invites us back. Discipleship isn’t about having a perfect track record — it’s about returning to Him again and again. Back At It is a six-week series about re-centering our lives on Jesus. Together, we'll rediscover what it means to follow Him by remembering who we are, establishing life-giving rhythms, living in authentic community, serving others, and learning how to keep going when life knocks us off course. This Week's Message 8.23.26 // Share Your Life // 1 John 1:1-4 (ESV) Josh Huckabay, Senior Pastor Watch last week’s sermon 👇 Stay Connected 📩 Subscribe to this Collection to get these updates delivered directly to your inbox. 📸 Follow us on Instagram and YouTube 💬 Pastoral care or questions? Connect with us here. Services: · Sundays at 9:00 AM & 10:30 AM 1951 Des Peres Rd, St Louis MO 63131 Next Week: Serve God’s Kingdom -- Mark 10:35-45 (ESV) See you soon!
May 14, 20262 Minute Read
Update for August 16-22, 2026
Welcome to the weekly update! This is your one-stop spot for everything happening in our church family. From kids to adults, small groups to special events, here's how you can get connected over the next seven days. Sunday, August 16 Intercessory Prayer - 8:30 am in Room #109 9:00 & 10:30 am Worship Gatherings - Join us for Sunday service in person or online Kids Ministry - Age-specific programming during both services Student Ministry - Meeting during the 9:00 am service in Student Center Young Adult Group - Meeting during the 9:00 am service in Room #211 Back to School Backpack Drive - Help us fill backpacks for North County students between services in the first floor hallway (all materials provided) DivorceCare Group - 6:00 pm in Room #210 Monday, August 17 Men’s Pickleball - 7:00 pm in gym Tuesday, August 18 Men’s Monthly Meal - 6:30 pm at The Mexican Barrel HouseSign up here! Wednesday, August 19 Quilter Bees Group - 1:30 pm 6th Grade On-Ramp - 6:30 pm in Student Center Thursday, August 20 Overcomers Group - 7:00 pm in Room #210 UPCOMING EVENT: Soul Care Retreat Friday-Sunday, September 18-20 Get info & Register! Current Sermon Series BACK AT IT: Returning to a Life of Discipleship Summer has a way of changing our rhythms. Vacations, travel, new schedules, school starting back, and unexpected detours can all pull us away from the habits and priorities that shape us as followers of Jesus. The good news is that Jesus continually invites us back. Discipleship isn’t about having a perfect track record — it’s about returning to Him again and again. Back At It is a six-week series about re-centering our lives on Jesus. Together, we'll rediscover what it means to follow Him by remembering who we are, establishing life-giving rhythms, living in authentic community, serving others, and learning how to keep going when life knocks us off course. This Week's Message 8.16.26 // Make A Plan // Luke 10:38-42 (ESV) Doug Vernon, Guest Speaker Watch last week’s sermon 👇 Stay Connected 📩 Subscribe to this Collection to get these updates delivered directly to your inbox. 📸 Follow us on Instagram and YouTube 💬 Pastoral care or questions? Connect with us here. Services: · Sundays at 9:00 AM & 10:30 AM 1951 Des Peres Rd, St Louis MO 63131 Next Week: Share Your Life -- 1 John 1:1-4 See you soon!
August 24, 20262 Minute Read
Women's Ministry News for September 2026
Why Women’s Ministry? Gateway’s Women’s Ministry seeks to purposefully connect women to encourage, support and equip one another for growth upward with the Lord, inward through authentic relationship with sisters in Christ, and outward in making eternal impacts on our families and other women in our community.Ask to Join Our Facebook Group Here 📆 Women's Bible Study Wednesdays, 6:30 pm in Room 210 (begins Sept 2) Come for fellowship and study, as we learn about God together every Wednesday night during the fall semester of Gateway’s Wednesday Night Life program. We are studying the Gospel of Luke. Bring a friend! 📆Women’s Potluck Breakfast Saturday, September 5 @ 9:00 am Please join us on Saturday, September 5, at 9:00 am here at Gateway for a potluck breakfast! This is a kid-friendly event, so bring your littles with you, if you want/can. Please RSVP below and let us know what you’ll bring to share with others. Hope to see you there!Women's Potluck Breakfast 📆Women’s Pickleball Mondays, September 14 & 28 @ 6:00 pm Sisters in Christ, join our women’s pickleball group at Gateway on the 2nd and 4th Mondays each month from 6:00-8:00 pm. Invite others and come out for the fun and fellowship! (We’ll even take spectators, as long as you cheer others on!) 📆Women’s Dinner @ Rosalita’s Tuesday, September 15 @ 6:00 pm Do you like Mexican food? We’re gathering for dinner at Rosalita’s (12796 Manchester Rd, 63131) on Tuesday, September 15, starting at 6:00 pm. Let us know if we can save a seat for you below!Dinner at Rosalita's Upcoming: Women's Conference at Wentzville Christian Church – Saturday, September 26.Conference Registration
August 23, 20263 Minute Read
September Young Adults
Gateway’s Young Adult Ministry exists to support and foster spiritual growth in young people age 18-25. Young Adults to Festival of Nations 🗺️ Sunday, August 30 @ 12:00 pm Join us at Tower Grove Park in St. Louis, Missouri for a celebration of music, flavors, art and culture from around the world at the annual Festival of Nations, powered by the International Institute of St. Louis. Eighty-plus countries are represented across more than 100 vendors, with dozens of stage performances and interactive experiences. We will meet in the church lobby after second service to carpool together to the festival. Support local businesses by trying authentic cuisine from their home cultures or bring your own lunch. The festival is a cashless event, so be sure to bring your credit/debit cards or mobile payments for lunch and handcrafted items. Sign up here! Young Adults at Topgolf ⛳ Friday, September 11, 6-8 pm Young adults, it’s time to hit the range! Come hang with us at Topgolf for an epic night of big swings, friendly competition, good food, and even better fellowship! Whether you’re a golf pro, a first-timer, or just here for the vibes, there’s a spot for you. Bring your friends, bring your competitive spirit, and get ready to laugh, connect, and make some unforgettable memories! The event is on us! We’ve got your Topgolf experience covered, but snacks and drinks are available for purchase if you’d like to grab something during the night. We will be playing at the Topgolf Midtown location (3201 Chouteau Ave, St. Louis, MO 63103). Register here! Current WNL Series: Navigating Adulthood The life of a young adult is marked by numerous transitions surrounding their identity, relationships, and responsibilities. They are challenged with how to care for themselves while also contributing to their community and finding their purpose as they adapt to new challenges. Join us Wednesday nights as we discuss where faith intersects these seven categories of young adulthood. Save these Future Dates: 🍚 Feed My Starving Children (FMSC) Mobile Pack // October 14 🔥 Savory S’more Sliders // October 30 🌏 International Conference on Missions // November 12-14 🍗 Friendsgiving // November 28 🎁 Young Adult Christmas Party // December 18 Join our new GroupMe to chat, share prayers, and make plans with others. 📆Young Adult Sunday Morning Group Sundays @ 9:00 am in Room 211 📆Young Adult Wednesday Night Group Wednesdays @ 6:30 pm in Room 211
August 24, 20261 Minute Read
WNL Fall Kickoff
WNL FALL KICKOFF // August 26 // 5:30-8:00 pm Have you been missing Wednesday nights at Gateway? Would you like to eat some free Chick-fil-A? Fall programming and Youth Group is starting back up this week! After eating and some fellowship, we will meet upstairs in the Student Center to kick off our fall semester. We can’t wait to see everyone!
August 10, 20264 Minute Read
Fall Semester 2026
August 26 - WNL FALL KICKOFF // 5:30-8:00 pm Have you been missing Wednesday nights at Gateway? Would you like to eat some free Chick-fil-A? Fall programming and Youth Group is starting back up! After eating and some fellowship, we will meet upstairs in the Student Center to kick off our fall semester. September 13 - PARENT/LEADER COFFEE HOUSE //10:30-11:45 am Do you know who your student’s small group leaders and Student Classes teachers are? Have you had a chance to meet and talk with other parents who are in the same stage of life as you? Do you have questions about what exactly goes on in Youth Group? Then, the Parent/Leader Coffee House was designed for you! Come relax and have a cup of coffee while meeting leaders and other parents. September 23 - SEE YOU AT THE POLE // Check with your school for time Students will meet around their school’s flagpole for a student-led prayer event. Each school’s event is a little different but the goal is for students to pray for the schools, teachers, families, and leaders. A lot of schools meet at 7 am but you should check with your school about the start time. October 4 - NEXTGEN SUNDAY // 9:00-11:45 am On NextGen Sunday, students are given the opportunity to serve during Sunday morning services. There are openings on stage, behind the scenes, and interacting with our church family, so there is a place for every student to serve!Register Here October 14 - FEED MY STARVING CHILDREN (FMSC) // 5:45-8:30 pm The Student Ministry will be packing at the Wednesday evening FMSC session at GCC. Students will be packing at a table with their small group. The small group table who packs the most boxes will receive a pizza party for their group. This is always an evening of fun, but more importantly, it makes a difference for children around the world. October 21 - NIGHT OF WORSHIP @ YOUTH GROUP // 6:00-8:00 pm Youth Group on this night will be fully dedicated to worship and prayer. Our student worship team does a wonderful job of leading our students in worship, not just through songs of praise, but also prayer prompts and interactive elements. October 28 - FALL FAMILY FUN FEST (FFFF) // 6:00-8:00 pm Join us for this free come-and-go, outdoor event for some good old-fashioned family fun! We will have a costume contest, games, candy trail, food, and s’mores. This is a great time to hang out with your friends while having a fun time. November 13 & 14 - SICOM (Student International Conference On Missions) // Time TBD SICOM is in St. Louis this year. This is a great opportunity to experience missionary encounters, challenging messages, equipping workshops, dynamic worship, service opportunities, and over 300 exhibits. This event is for middle school and high school students. We will be spending the night at the church. To find out more information and to register, please click below. November 18 - SMALL GROUPS ONLY @ YOUTH GROUP // 6:00-8:00 pm Small Groups will be given the whole Youth Group time to spend together. Each small group will decide how they want to spend their time. Groups will remain at the church during this time. November 25 - NO YOUTH GROUP - Thanksgiving Break December 16 - ALL CHURCH CHRISTMAS PARTY // 5:30-8:00 pm Your whole family is invited to our annual Christmas party! There will be food, games, an ugly sweater contest, and a white elephant gift exchange. December 23 - NO YOUTH GROUP - Christmas Break December 30 - NO YOUTH GROUP - Christmas Break January 6 - YOUTH GROUP RESUMES!
August 19, 20262 Minute Read
Connecting at Home for August 30, 2026
David is Kind to Mephibosheth (2 Samuel 9) ✝️ Here’s what happens: King David finds Jonathan’s son Mephibosheth. David shows kindness by inviting him to the palace, feeding him a meal, and letting him eat at the palace regularly. God was kind to David, and David passed it on. God is kind, so we’re kind. “He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others. When they are troubled, we will be able to give them the same comfort God has given us.” (2 Corinthians 1:4) 👨‍👩‍👦 Family Together Time Choose one or two people outside of your household, and overwhelm them with kindness by showing them an act of kindness each day this week! Here are some ideas: Help around the yard or house Make food for them Draw pictures for them Make cards for them Write heartfelt letters to them Make a video for them Text them with encouragement Call to pray with them Use your talents to come up with your own kind ideas 💬 Talk About This: What is the kindest thing someone has ever done for you? Digging Into the Heart of God. Copyright © Group Publishing, Inc. Permission to reproduce granted for local church use.