Gateway Missions Update Nov 2026

God is at work locally, nationally and globally!

Karl Schad • Neighboring Pastor
November 11, 2026

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LOCALLY

Winter Coat / Blanket Drive
November 2026
The temperatures are falling and winter is fast approaching. The homeless in our area need outerwear and blankets to survive the cold. We will be collecting new/gently-used ADULT coats and warm blankets for homeless ministries in our area - so take a look through your closets for gently-used items (or go shopping for something brand-new) to help our neighbors in their time of need. Adult coats and blankets can be brought to Gateway on Sunday mornings between now and the end of November.

Midweek Missions Group at Gateway
1st & 3rd Wednesdays @ 1:30 pm
This group is open to anyone who has a heart for missions and is available. They gather to make a variety of giveaway items for others - and no special skills are required.

Mission:STL Affordable Christmas Toy Drive
November 15-December 6
Did you know many families in our area can't afford to buy Christmas presents for their kids? That's why Mission:St Louis asks local churches - like us - to host a toy drive. We are thankful to partner with them again this year to support their December 12 community event that allows families to shop with dignity for their kids. Starting November 15, there will be a Christmas tree in the lobby with ornament tags listing suggested toys to purchase and bring back to the church. If you want to be part of the event itself, you can also sign up to help in-person on December 12. What a blessing for us to bless others, especially children!

NATIONALLY

International Conference on Missions (ICOM)
Thursday-Saturday, November 12-14
We’re excited to participate in this amazing event, taking place right here in St. Louis. It’s going to give us insights and a God-sized perspective on His Kingdom work around the world.

GLOBALLY

Missionaries Visiting Gateway
This Sunday, November 15
Stop by the lobby table on Sunday, November 15, to greet Caleb & Elena Elkins, our missionaries to Scotland, and hear how God is at work there. Better yet, join them for a free lunch after services to be inspired by their testimonies and stories! RSVP below.

Elkins' Lunch Signup

April Mission Trip Info Meeting
Sunday, November 22 @ 12:15 pm
Would you like to be part of showing the love of Jesus by providing a family with a home? We have the opportunity to build two houses with Casas Por Cristo in Juarez, Mexico from April 5-10, 2027. The team to build the first home is already filled and we are seeking 10 – 15 more people to allow us to build a second home. The number of volunteers will be limited to a maximum of 15 per house. If you are interested in more information about Casas Por Cristo and the 2027 Juarez trip, please plan to attend this informational lunch after church on Sunday, November 22, or contact Mike or Jenni Biggs (mikejenbiggs@gmail.com). RSVP below.

Juárez Mission Trip Info Meeting signup

Missions of Hope International (MOHI)
We recently partnered with Missions of Hope International (MOHI) to empower children, families and entire communities, improving lives through education and opportunity. Learn more below:

What is MOHI?

MISSIONS CALENDAR AT A GLANCE:

📆 Winter Coat / Blanket Drive
During the month of November

📆 ICOM (Int’l Conf on Missions)
Thursday-Saturday, November 12-14

📆 Caleb & Elena Elkins (Missionaries to Scotland) at Gateway
Sunday, November 15

📆 Affordable Christmas Toy Drive
November 15-December 6

📆 Info Meeting/Lunch for Juárez Mission Trip
Sunday, November 22

📆 Affordable Christmas Event with Mission:St Louis
Saturday, December 12

📆 Gateway’s Missions Expo
Sunday, January 31, 2027

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LOCALLY Winter Coat / Blanket Drive November 2026 The temperatures are falling and winter is fast approaching. The homeless in our area need outerwear and blankets to survive the cold. We will be collecting new/gently-used ADULT coats and warm blankets for homeless ministries in our area - so take a look through your closets for gently-used items (or go shopping for something brand-new) to help our neighbors in their time of need. Adult coats and blankets can be brought to Gateway on Sunday mornings between now and the end of November. Midweek Missions Group at Gateway 1st & 3rd Wednesdays @ 1:30 pm This group is open to anyone who has a heart for missions and is available. They gather to make a variety of giveaway items for others - and no special skills are required. Mission:STL Affordable Christmas Toy Drive November 15-December 6 Did you know many families in our area can't afford to buy Christmas presents for their kids? That's why Mission:St Louis asks local churches - like us - to host a toy drive. We are thankful to partner with them again this year to support their December 12 community event that allows families to shop with dignity for their kids. Starting November 15, there will be a Christmas tree in the lobby with ornament tags listing suggested toys to purchase and bring back to the church. If you want to be part of the event itself, you can also sign up to help in-person on December 12. What a blessing for us to bless others, especially children! NATIONALLY International Conference on Missions (ICOM) Thursday-Saturday, November 12-14 We’re excited to participate in this amazing event, taking place right here in St. Louis. It’s going to give us insights and a God-sized perspective on His Kingdom work around the world. GLOBALLY Missionaries Visiting Gateway This Sunday, November 15 Stop by the lobby table on Sunday, November 15, to greet Caleb & Elena Elkins, our missionaries to Scotland, and hear how God is at work there. Better yet, join them for a free lunch after services to be inspired by their testimonies and stories! RSVP below.Elkins' Lunch Signup April Mission Trip Info Meeting Sunday, November 22 @ 12:15 pm Would you like to be part of showing the love of Jesus by providing a family with a home? We have the opportunity to build two houses with Casas Por Cristo in Juarez, Mexico from April 5-10, 2027. The team to build the first home is already filled and we are seeking 10 – 15 more people to allow us to build a second home. The number of volunteers will be limited to a maximum of 15 per house. If you are interested in more information about Casas Por Cristo and the 2027 Juarez trip, please plan to attend this informational lunch after church on Sunday, November 22, or contact Mike or Jenni Biggs (mikejenbiggs@gmail.com). RSVP below.Juárez Mission Trip Info Meeting signup Missions of Hope International (MOHI) We recently partnered with Missions of Hope International (MOHI) to empower children, families and entire communities, improving lives through education and opportunity. Learn more below:What is MOHI? MISSIONS CALENDAR AT A GLANCE: 📆 Winter Coat / Blanket Drive During the month of November 📆 ICOM (Int’l Conf on Missions) Thursday-Saturday, November 12-14 📆 Caleb & Elena Elkins (Missionaries to Scotland) at Gateway Sunday, November 15 📆 Affordable Christmas Toy Drive November 15-December 6 📆 Info Meeting/Lunch for Juárez Mission Trip Sunday, November 22 📆 Affordable Christmas Event with Mission:St Louis Saturday, December 12 📆 Gateway’s Missions Expo Sunday, January 31, 2027

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September 9, 2026 • 2 Minute Read

Gateway Missions Update

LOCALLY Midweek Missions Group at Gateway 1st & 3rd Wednesdays @ 1:30 pm This group is open to anyone who has a heart for missions and is available. They gather to make a variety of giveaway items for others - and no special skills are required. NATIONALLY Family Camp @ High Hill Christian Camp Friday-Sunday, September 18-20 Along with other Christian churches in our area, we support summer camp sessions at High Hill Christian Camp in High Hill, Missouri. This fall, they are holding a special Family Camp weekend that we encourage you to attend. You can register below!Family Camp at High Hill GLOBALLY Feed My Starving Children Did you know that hunger is a solvable problem? And that you can be part of the solution? Our MobilePack is fast approaching in October - we’d love to have you participate in packing nutritious meals for distribution to those in need! Be sure you have the dates of Wed-Sun, October 14-18, on your calendars. Click BELOW to learn more and/or register for a packing shift when it opens!FMSC at Gateway Missions of Hope International (MOHI) We have recently partnered with Missions of Hope International (MOHI) and will be hosting a child sponsorship event on Sunday, September 27. Plan now to join us to learn more about this amazing opportunity to help break the cycle of poverty by becoming a child sponsor. You will empower children, families and entire communities, improving lives through education and opportunity.What is MOHI? MISSIONS CALENDAR AT A GLANCE: 📆 Family Camp @ High Hill Friday-Saturday, September 18-19 📆 Feed My Starving Children MobilePack Wednesday-Sunday, October 14-18 📆 ICOM (Int’l Conf on Missions) -- see below! Thursday-Saturday, November 12-14 📆 Caleb & Elena Elkins (Missionaries to Scotland) at Gateway Sunday, November 15 📆 Affordable Christmas Event with Mission:St Louis Saturday, December 12 ICOM (International Conference on Missions) is being held in St. Louis this year - what a blessing! Gateway has paid for a church-wide discount so you can attend for just $20/person -- and kids and students are FREE. Simply click on the link below, fill out the form and use one of these discount codes: Individuals: 2026STLADULT Families: 2026STLFAMILY We hope you will join us at this incredible event that allows us to be part of God’s mission work.Register Here for ICOM

Karl Schad

Neighboring Pastor