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						<description><![CDATA[There's a ton of stuff happening in our church! Find out all of the details here: If you ordered a Hamburger or Hotdog plate make sure to pick it up this Saturday April 25 between 11am and 1pm. Feel free to stay and eat at the church if you'd like!! Men come and show off your bowling skills at Lucky  Strike on April 25th!The price per attendee is $30. Food, drinks, and shoes are all included in th...]]></description>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<section class="sp-section sp-scheme-0" data-index="55" data-scheme="0"><div class="sp-section-slide"  data-label="Main" ><div class="sp-section-content" ><div class="sp-grid sp-col sp-col-24"><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="0" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">There's a ton of stuff happening in our church! Find out all of the details here:</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="1" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#3498db"><h2  style='color:#3498db;'>Happening This Weekend!!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="2" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="3" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#e74c3c"><h2  style='color:#e74c3c;'>Preordering has closed. Make sure to pick up your plate this Saturday!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="4" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23908627_1545x2000_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23908627_1545x2000_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23908627_1545x2000_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="5" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">If you ordered a Hamburger or Hotdog plate make sure to pick it up this Saturday April 25 between 11am and 1pm. Feel free to stay and eat at the church if you'd like!!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="6" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="7" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2' ><h2 >How about a Guys' Night Out??</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="8" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23908600_1920x1080_500.png);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23908600_1920x1080_2500.png" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23908600_1920x1080_500.png" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="9" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3551488" target="_blank"  data-label="Men's Bowling Night Sign Up" data-color="#c0392b" data-text-color="#ffffff" style="background-color:#c0392b !important;color:#ffffff !important;">Men's Bowling Night Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="10" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Men come and show off your bowling skills at Lucky &nbsp;Strike on April 25th!<br><br>The price per attendee is $30. Food, drinks, and shoes are all included in the price. &nbsp;<br><br>**Please pay in Cash/Venmo/CashApp to Robert Fowler as soon as possible.**</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="11" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="12" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#dd8783"><h2  style='color:#dd8783;'>Ladies!!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="13" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/24064453_1060x1484_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/24064453_1060x1484_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/24064453_1060x1484_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="14" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Come join us for fellowship &amp; a very special project for the young ladies &amp; girls of The Gathering!<br>It's going to be a great time! </div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="15" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="16" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/24061690_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/24061690_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/24061690_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="17" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#2ecc71"><h2  style='color:#2ecc71;'>We will have not 1, but 2 VBS's this Summer! We will have Soccer Camp VBS in June, and Basketball Camp VBS in July(or August). We are hammering out a few last minute details before we open the signups. Be on the look out for those in the next couple of weeks.<br><br>**We will also need volunteers for both. Please consider volunteering for one or both of the VBSs**</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="18" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="19" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#3498db"><h2  style='color:#3498db;'>Did you know?</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="20" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h3' ><h3 >We now offer childcare during Wednesday night bible study for little ones ages infant up to 5th grade. Come let your kiddos hang out and have fun, while you get spiritually fed</h3></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="21" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="22" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#e74c3c"><h2  style='color:#e74c3c;'>The youth is collecting items for a NYC service project</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="23" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h3' ><h3 >Look for the collection baskets in the foyer!</h3></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="24" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615948_1638x2048_500.JPG);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615948_1638x2048_2500.JPG" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615948_1638x2048_500.JPG" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="25" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="26" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#d35400"><h2  style='color:#d35400;'>Last day for registration is May 26!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="27" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615460_1920x1080_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615460_1920x1080_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615460_1920x1080_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="28" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Sign up here to let us know that your Teen(s) will attend Trinity Pines youth camp with The Gathering Church!<br><br>-Camp dates: June 8 -11<br>-Register and pay between April 15 and May 26 to pay the regular rate of $275<br>- All paper work is due by May 26.<br>-Please see Aracely or Frank for forms and helpful information or you can visit the camp website at https://southtexasnyi.churchcenter.com/registrations/events</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="29" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3542039" target="_blank"  data-label="Youth Camp Sign Up" data-color="#e67e22" data-text-color="#3045df" style="background-color:#e67e22 !important;color:#3045df !important;">Youth Camp Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="30" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="31" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#c0392b"><h2  style='color:#c0392b;'>Kids Camp!!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="32" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615731_1999x1545_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615731_1999x1545_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615731_1999x1545_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="33" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Sign up here to let us know that your child(ren) will attend Trinity Pines kids camp with The Gathering Church!<br><br>*For 1st- 6th grade (25/26 school year) children*<br><br>-Camp dates: July 7- July 10<br>- If registered and paid by June 17 cost is $275 per child<br>- Register and pay between June 18 through 26 for a cost of $300<br>-Deposit due upon registration is $50.<br>&nbsp;<br>-Registration forms are due by June 26; Please see Rachel Wilson or Melissa Reyes for forms and helpful information or you can visit the camp website at &nbsp;https://linktr.ee/stxkidscamp for required items and more information.<br>** All forms and payments will need to be submitted by June 26. No registrations will be accepted after June 26.**<br><br>**Registration dates are slightly different than image to allow for &nbsp;time to process and send paperwork and payments to the district.**</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="34" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3542078" target="_blank"  data-label="Kids Camp Sign Up" data-color="#c0392b" data-text-color="#000000" style="background-color:#c0392b !important;color:#000000 !important;">Kids Camp Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="35" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#c0392b"><h2  style='color:#c0392b;'>**We also are in need of male counselors for kids camp. This is a fun opportunity to get out of Midland and &nbsp;impact the lives of the children who attend camp. If you are interested, or know someone who is, please reach out to Rachel Wilson**</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="36" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="37" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2' ><h2 >Stop by and check out the library!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="38" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="39" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#3247a9"><h2  style='color:#3247a9;'>Did you know?</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="40" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h3' ><h3 >The Library also doubles as a nursing/quiet room. Moms with babies and young children are welcome to use the quiet room at anytime. **Please close the door if you are nursing a baby.**<br>**Please knock before entering if door is closed.**</h3></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="41" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="42" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399602_1638x2048_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399602_1638x2048_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399602_1638x2048_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="43" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399613_1638x2048_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399613_1638x2048_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399613_1638x2048_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="44" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">We can't do church without YOU! If you’ve been thinking about getting plugged in, this is your sign!<br>There’s a place for you on a team. Whether that’s loving on kids, welcoming people at the door, serving at events, leading in worship, or helping behind the scenes.<br><br>We’re especially looking to grow our Sound team right now. If you enjoy working behind the scenes with technology and being part of what makes Sundays run smoothly, we’d love to have you. Reach out to Kellen Lee for details.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="45" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdb7jpPojODmygxaaQCupixG17s3G5BbkBW9z8POSHxC7mw9Q/viewform" target="_blank"  data-label="Volunteer Interest Form" data-color="#2334cd" data-text-color="#bdc3c7" style="background-color:#2334cd !important;color:#bdc3c7 !important;">Volunteer Interest Form</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="46" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="47" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="48" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">We now have a food pantry available for anyone who needs assistance! Also donations are accepted. Reach out to Pastor Frank or Rachel Wilson for more information.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="49" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="50" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23249378_1638x2048_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23249378_1638x2048_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23249378_1638x2048_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="51" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">There's a lifegroup for everone! Get plugged into yours and enjoy fellowship and dive deeper into God's word. Check out our lifegroups page to find out more info.<br>Lifegroups page</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="52" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.church/#lifegroups" target="_blank"  data-label="Lifegroups page" data-color="#2ecc71" data-text-color="#ff7272" style="background-color:#2ecc71 !important;color:#ff7272 !important;">Lifegroups page</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="53" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="54" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/24061537_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/24061537_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/24061537_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></section>]]></content:encoded>
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			<title>The Gathering Updates and Announcements</title>
						<description><![CDATA[We now offer childcare during Wednesday night bible study for little ones ages infant up to 5th grade. Come let your kiddos hang out and have fun, while you get spiritually fed When is the last time you hung out with the girls on a Saturday night? I think it's time! Join the ladies of the Gathering for a fun night out on the town. Lets hang out at the park before the show and enjoy an evening of m...]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 09:11:49 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<section class="sp-section sp-scheme-0" data-index="55" data-scheme="0"><div class="sp-section-slide"  data-label="Main" ><div class="sp-section-content" ><div class="sp-grid sp-col sp-col-24"><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="0" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20363896_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/20363896_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20363896_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="1" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#e67e22"><h2  style='color:#e67e22;'>The Food Pop Up Distribution is tomorrow morning from 9am-11am. Text 'Love' to 432-242-8242 to sign up to volunteer</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="2" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="3" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#3498db"><h2  style='color:#3498db;'>Did you know?</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="4" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">We now offer childcare during Wednesday night bible study for little ones ages infant up to 5th grade. Come let your kiddos hang out and have fun, while you get spiritually fed</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="5" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="6" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#eb24c8"><h2  style='color:#eb24c8;'>Last chance to Sign Up! This is tomorrow night!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="7" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23715937_5900x2629_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23715937_5900x2629_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23715937_5900x2629_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="8" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">When is the last time you hung out with the girls on a Saturday night? I think it's time! Join the ladies of the Gathering for a fun night out on the town. Lets hang out at the park before the show and enjoy an evening of music, laughter and fellowship.<br><br>This is a 2.5 hour event on a Saturday night and a guaranteed good time!<br>&nbsp;<br>Meet at the church by 4:30 to ride the bus to the Bush Convention center and back to the church when the event is over.<br>&nbsp;<br>Cost is $28<br><br>For more information about the comedy event or to purchase tickets on your own(you won't get the group discount this way) see the link below:<br><br>&nbsp;https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-unknown-tour-2026-midland-tx-tickets-1261605358589?aff=odcleoeventsincollection</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="9" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3461248" target="_blank"  data-label="Ladies Comedy Night Sign Up" data-color="#e826c2" style="background-color:#e826c2 !important;">Ladies Comedy Night Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="10" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="11" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2' ><h2 >How about a Guys' Night Out??</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="12" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23908600_1920x1080_500.png);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23908600_1920x1080_2500.png" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23908600_1920x1080_500.png" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="13" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Men come and show off your bowling skills at Lucky &nbsp;Strike on April 25th!<br><br>The price per attendee is $30. Food, drinks, and shoes are all included in the price. &nbsp;<br><br>**Please pay in Cash/Venmo/CashApp to Robert Fowler as soon as possible.**</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="14" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3551488" target="_blank"  data-label="Men's Bowling Night Sign Up" data-color="#c0392b" data-text-color="#ffffff" style="background-color:#c0392b !important;color:#ffffff !important;">Men's Bowling Night Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="15" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="16" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2' ><h2 >Our youth is super active!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="17" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h3' ><h3 >Check out everything they're doing here:</h3></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="18" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="19" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#2980b9"><h2  style='color:#2980b9;'>Order your plate by April 23rd!!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="20" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23908627_1545x2000_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23908627_1545x2000_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23908627_1545x2000_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="21" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">PLEASE SUPPORT OUR YOUTH ATTENDING THE NAZARENE YOUTH CONFERENCE THIS SUMMER!<br>HAMBURGER &amp; HOT DOG SALE<br>Option of a Hamburger, or 2 Hotdogs plus chips, dessert &amp; a drink!<br>$12 A PLATE<br>MUST RSVP FOR YOUR PLATE<br><br>Please stay to eat &amp; fellowship or you can take it to go.<br>SATURDAY APRIL 25, 2026<br>11AM-1PM AT THE GATHERING</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="22" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3519186" target="_blank"  data-label="Hamburger and Hotdog Sign UP" data-color="#3498db" data-text-color="#e61e0a" style="background-color:#3498db !important;color:#e61e0a !important;">Hamburger and Hotdog Sign UP</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="23" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="24" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2' ><h2 >The youth is collecting items for NYC</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="25" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615948_1638x2048_500.JPG);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615948_1638x2048_2500.JPG" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615948_1638x2048_500.JPG" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="26" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="27" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#d35400"><h2  style='color:#d35400;'>Last day for registration is May 26!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="28" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615460_1920x1080_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615460_1920x1080_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615460_1920x1080_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="29" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Sign up here to let us know that your Teen(s) will attend Trinity Pines youth camp with The Gathering Church!<br><br>-Camp dates: June 8 -11<br>-Register and pay between April 15 and May 26 to pay the regular rate of $275<br>- All paper work is due by May 26.<br>-Please see Aracely or Frank for forms and helpful information or you can visit the camp website at https://southtexasnyi.churchcenter.com/registrations/events</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="30" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3542039" target="_blank"  data-label="Youth Camp Sign Up" data-color="#e67e22" data-text-color="#3045df" style="background-color:#e67e22 !important;color:#3045df !important;">Youth Camp Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="31" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="32" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#c0392b"><h2  style='color:#c0392b;'>Kids Camp!!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="33" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615731_1999x1545_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615731_1999x1545_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615731_1999x1545_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="34" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Sign up here to let us know that your child(ren) will attend Trinity Pines kids camp with The Gathering Church!<br><br>*For 1st- 6th grade (25/26 school year) children*<br><br>-Camp dates: July 7- July 10<br>- If registered and paid by June 17 cost is $275 per child<br>- Register and pay between June 18 through 26 for a cost of $300<br>-Deposit due upon registration is $50.<br>&nbsp;<br>-Registration forms are due by June 26; Please see Rachel Wilson or Melissa Reyes for forms and helpful information or you can visit the camp website at &nbsp;https://linktr.ee/stxkidscamp for required items and more information.<br>** All forms and payments will need to be submitted by June 26. No registrations will be accepted after June 26.**<br><br>**Registration dates are slightly different than image to allow for &nbsp;time to process and send paperwork and payments to the district.**</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="35" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3542078" target="_blank"  data-label="Kids Camp Sign Up" data-color="#c0392b" data-text-color="#000000" style="background-color:#c0392b !important;color:#000000 !important;">Kids Camp Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="36" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#c0392b"><h2  style='color:#c0392b;'>**We also are in need of counselors for kids camp. This is a fun opportunity to get out of Midland and &nbsp;impact the lives of the children who attend camp. If you are interested, or know someone who is, please reach out to Rachel Wilson**</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="37" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="38" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2' ><h2 >Stop by and check out the library!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="39" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="40" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#3247a9"><h2  style='color:#3247a9;'>Did you know?</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="41" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">The Library also doubles as a nursing/quiet room. Moms with babies and young children are welcome to use the quiet room at anytime. **Please close the door if you are nursing a baby.**<br>**Please knock before entering if door is closed.**</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="42" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="43" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399602_1638x2048_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399602_1638x2048_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399602_1638x2048_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="44" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399613_1638x2048_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399613_1638x2048_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399613_1638x2048_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="45" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">We can't do church without YOU! If you’ve been thinking about getting plugged in, this is your sign!<br>There’s a place for you on a team. Whether that’s loving on kids, welcoming people at the door, serving at events, leading in worship, or helping behind the scenes.<br><br>We’re especially looking to grow our Sound team right now. If you enjoy working behind the scenes with technology and being part of what makes Sundays run smoothly, we’d love to have you. Reach out to Kellen Lee for details.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="46" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdb7jpPojODmygxaaQCupixG17s3G5BbkBW9z8POSHxC7mw9Q/viewform" target="_blank"  data-label="Volunteer Interest Form" data-color="#2334cd" data-text-color="#bdc3c7" style="background-color:#2334cd !important;color:#bdc3c7 !important;">Volunteer Interest Form</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="47" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="48" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="49" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">We now have a food pantry available for anyone who needs assistance! Also donations are accepted. Reach out to Pastor Frank or Rachel Wilson for more information.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="50" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="51" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23249378_1638x2048_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23249378_1638x2048_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23249378_1638x2048_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="52" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">There's a lifegroup for everone! Get plugged into yours and enjoy fellowship and dive deeper into God's word. Check out our lifegroups page to find out more info.<br>Lifegroups page</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="53" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.church/#lifegroups" target="_blank"  data-label="Lifegroups page" data-color="#2ecc71" data-text-color="#ff7272" style="background-color:#2ecc71 !important;color:#ff7272 !important;">Lifegroups page</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="54" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23965095_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23965095_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23965095_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></section>]]></content:encoded>
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			<title>Happenings at The Gathering</title>
						<description><![CDATA[When is the last time you hung out with the girls on a Saturday night? I think it't time! Join the ladies of the Gathering for a fun night out on the town. Lets hang out at the park before the show and enjoy an evening of music, laughter and fellowship.This is a 2.5 hour event on a Saturday night and a guaranteed good time! Meet at the church by 4:30 to ride the bus to the Bush Convention center a...]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 15:41:40 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<section class="sp-section sp-scheme-0" data-index="52" data-scheme="0"><div class="sp-section-slide"  data-label="Main" ><div class="sp-section-content" ><div class="sp-grid sp-col sp-col-24"><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="0" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20363896_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/20363896_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20363896_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="1" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#e67e22"><h2  style='color:#e67e22;'>The Food Pop Up Distribution is Saturday April 18 from 9am-11am. Text 'Love' to 432-242-8242 to sign up to volunteer</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="2" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="3" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#eb24c8"><h2  style='color:#eb24c8;'>How about a girls night out!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="4" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23715937_5900x2629_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23715937_5900x2629_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23715937_5900x2629_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="5" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">When is the last time you hung out with the girls on a Saturday night? I think it't time! Join the ladies of the Gathering for a fun night out on the town. Lets hang out at the park before the show and enjoy an evening of music, laughter and fellowship.<br><br>This is a 2.5 hour event on a Saturday night and a guaranteed good time!<br>&nbsp;<br>Meet at the church by 4:30 to ride the bus to the Bush Convention center and back to the church when the event is over.<br>&nbsp;<br>Cost is $28 <br><br>For more information about the comedy event or to purchase tickets on your own(you won't get the group discount this way) see the link below:<br><br>&nbsp;https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-unknown-tour-2026-midland-tx-tickets-1261605358589?aff=odcleoeventsincollection</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="6" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3461248" target="_blank"  data-label="Ladies Comedy Night Sign Up" data-color="#e826c2" style="background-color:#e826c2 !important;">Ladies Comedy Night Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="7" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="8" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2' ><h2 >And a night out for the guys too!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="9" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23908600_1920x1080_500.png);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23908600_1920x1080_2500.png" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23908600_1920x1080_500.png" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="10" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Men come and show off your bowling skills at Lucky &nbsp;Strike on April 25th!<br><br>The price per attendee is $30. Food, drinks, and shoes are all included in the price. &nbsp;<br><br>**Please pay in Cash/Venmo/CashApp to Robert Fowler as soon as possible.**</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="11" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3551488" target="_blank"  data-label="Men's Bowling Night Sign Up" data-color="#ffffff" data-text-color="#c0392b" style="background-color:#ffffff !important;color:#c0392b !important;">Men's Bowling Night Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="12" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="13" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2' ><h2 >Our youth is super active!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="14" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h3' ><h3 >Check out everything they're doing here:</h3></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="15" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="16" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#2980b9"><h2  style='color:#2980b9;'>Order your plate by April 23rd!!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="17" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23908627_1545x2000_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23908627_1545x2000_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23908627_1545x2000_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="18" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">PLEASE SUPPORT OUR YOUTH ATTENDING THE NAZARENE YOUTH CONFERENCE THIS SUMMER!<br>HAMBURGER &amp; HOT DOG SALE<br>Option of a Hamburger, or 2 Hotdogs plus chips, dessert &amp; a drink!<br>$12 A PLATE<br>MUST RSVP FOR YOUR PLATE<br><br>Please stay to eat &amp; fellowship or you can take it to go.<br>SATURDAY APRIL 25, 2026<br>11AM-1PM AT THE GATHERING</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="19" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3519186" target="_blank"  data-label="Hamburger and Hotdog Sign UP" data-color="#3498db" data-text-color="#e61e0a" style="background-color:#3498db !important;color:#e61e0a !important;">Hamburger and Hotdog Sign UP</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="20" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="21" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2' ><h2 >The youth is collecting items for NYC</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="22" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615948_1638x2048_500.JPG);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615948_1638x2048_2500.JPG" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615948_1638x2048_500.JPG" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="23" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="24" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#d35400"><h2  style='color:#d35400;'>Sign up by April 14 to get the best price!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="25" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615460_1920x1080_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615460_1920x1080_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615460_1920x1080_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="26" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Sign up here to let us know that your Teen(s) will attend Trinity Pines youth camp with The Gathering Church!<br><br>-Camp dates: June 8 -11<br>- Register and pay by April 14 to get the early bird rate of $250<br>-Register and pay between April 15 and May 26 to pay the regular rate of $275<br>- All paper work is due by May 26.<br>-Please see Aracely or Frank for forms and helpful information or you can visit the camp website at https://southtexasnyi.churchcenter.com/registrations/events</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="27" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3542039" target="_blank"  data-label="Youth Camp Sign Up" data-color="#e67e22" data-text-color="#3045df" style="background-color:#e67e22 !important;color:#3045df !important;">Youth Camp Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="28" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="29" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#c0392b"><h2  style='color:#c0392b;'>Kids Camp!!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="30" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615731_1999x1545_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615731_1999x1545_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615731_1999x1545_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="31" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Sign up here to let us know that your child(ren) will attend Trinity Pines kids camp with The Gathering Church!<br><br>*For 1st- 6th grade (25/26 school year) children*<br><br>-Camp dates: July 7- July 10<br>- If registered and paid by June 17 cost is $275 per child<br>- Register and pay between June 18 through 26 for a cost of $300<br>-Deposit due upon registration is $50.<br>&nbsp;<br>-Registration forms are due by June 26; Please see Rachel Wilson or Melissa Reyes for forms and helpful information or you can visit the camp website at &nbsp;https://linktr.ee/stxkidscamp for required items and more information.<br>** All forms and payments will need to be submitted by June 26. No registrations will be accepted after June 26.**<br><br>**Registration dates are slightly different than image to allow for &nbsp;time to process and send paperwork and payments to the district.**</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="32" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3542078" target="_blank"  data-label="Kids Camp Sign Up" data-color="#c0392b" data-text-color="#000000" style="background-color:#c0392b !important;color:#000000 !important;">Kids Camp Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="33" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#c0392b"><h2  style='color:#c0392b;'>**We also are in need of counselors for kids camp. This is a fun opportunity to get out of Midland and &nbsp;impact the lives of the children who attend camp. If you are interested, or know someone who is, please reach out to Rachel Wilson**</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="34" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="35" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2' ><h2 >Stop by and check out the library!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="36" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="37" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#3247a9"><h2  style='color:#3247a9;'>Did you know?</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="38" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">The Library also doubles as a nursing/quiet room. Moms with babies and young children are welcome to use the quiet room at anytime. **Please close the door if you are nursing a baby.**<br>**Please know before entering if door is closed.**</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="39" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="40" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399602_1638x2048_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399602_1638x2048_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399602_1638x2048_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="41" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399613_1638x2048_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399613_1638x2048_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399613_1638x2048_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="42" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">We can't do church without YOU! If you’ve been thinking about getting plugged in, this is your sign!<br>There’s a place for you on a team. Whether that’s loving on kids, welcoming people at the door, serving at events, leading in worship, or helping behind the scenes.<br><br>We’re especially looking to grow our Sound team right now. If you enjoy working behind the scenes with technology and being part of what makes Sundays run smoothly, we’d love to have you. Reach out to Kellen Lee for details.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="43" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdb7jpPojODmygxaaQCupixG17s3G5BbkBW9z8POSHxC7mw9Q/viewform" target="_blank"  data-label="Volunteer Interest Form" data-color="#2334cd" data-text-color="#bdc3c7" style="background-color:#2334cd !important;color:#bdc3c7 !important;">Volunteer Interest Form</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="44" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="45" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="46" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">We now have a food pantry available for anyone who needs assistance! Also donations are accepted. Reach out to Pastor Frank or Rachel Wilson for more information.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="47" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="48" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23249378_1638x2048_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23249378_1638x2048_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23249378_1638x2048_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="49" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">There's a lifegroup for everone! Get plugged into yours and enjoy fellowship and dive deeper into God's word. Check out our lifegroups page to find out more info.<br>Lifegroups page</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="50" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.church/#lifegroups" target="_blank"  data-label="Lifegroups page" data-color="#2ecc71" data-text-color="#ff7272" style="background-color:#2ecc71 !important;color:#ff7272 !important;">Lifegroups page</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="51" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23874009_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23874009_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23874009_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></section>]]></content:encoded>
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			<title>Happy Easter from The Gathering</title>
						<description><![CDATA[Come and hangout with your Church family for some Easter fun! Our annual Easter picnic will be at Ulmer Park (2700 West Kentucky Ave) on April 4th from 11am until 3pm. We will be accepting egg donations for our children's Easter egg hunt. Sign up to bring a dish to share! The Gathering Church will provide plates, utensils, napkins, and ice.*We will have bins to put egg donations inside. Bring a bu...]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:06:40 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<section class="sp-section sp-scheme-0" data-index="55" data-scheme="0"><div class="sp-section-slide"  data-label="Main" ><div class="sp-section-content" ><div class="sp-grid sp-col sp-col-24"><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="0" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#2dd7eb"><h2  style='color:#2dd7eb;'>Jesus was crucifed for our sins and rose from the dead! Good Friday is a day of remembrance the sacrifice he made for us, and Easter Sunday is a celebration of Christ's defeat of death! Have a blessed weekend celebrating with your family (and your church family) everything Christ has done for you!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="1" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="2" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23364629_1920x1080_500.JPG);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23364629_1920x1080_2500.JPG" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23364629_1920x1080_500.JPG" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="3" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Come and hangout with your Church family for some Easter fun! Our annual Easter picnic will be at Ulmer Park (2700 West Kentucky Ave) on April 4th from 11am until 3pm. We will be accepting egg donations for our children's Easter egg hunt. Sign up to bring a dish to share! The Gathering Church will provide plates, utensils, napkins, and ice.<br><br>*We will have bins to put egg donations inside. Bring a bucket/bag for your child(ren) to participate in the egg hunt.*<br><br>*Hamburger and Hotdogs will be provided. Please sign up to bring buns, fixin's and condiments.*</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="4" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3449394" target="_blank"  data-label="Easter Picnic Sign Up" data-color="#f2a6d7" data-text-color="#265997" style="background-color:#f2a6d7 !important;color:#265997 !important;">Easter Picnic Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="5" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="6" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#cf2aaf"><h2  style='color:#cf2aaf;'>Calling all the ladies!!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="7" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h3'  data-color="#8e44ad"><h3  style='color:#8e44ad;'>Sign Up by April 3rd to get the best price!</h3></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="8" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23715937_5900x2629_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23715937_5900x2629_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23715937_5900x2629_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="9" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">When is the last time you hung out with the girls on a Saturday night? I think it't time! Join the ladies of the Gathering for a fun night out on the town. Lets hang out at the park before the show and enjoy an evening of music, laughter and fellowship.<br><br>This is a 2.5 hour event on a Saturday night and a guaranteed good time!<br>&nbsp;<br>Meet at the church by 4:30 to ride the bus to the Bush Convention center and back to the church when the event is over.<br>&nbsp;<br>Cost is $28 if purchased noon on April 3rd. &nbsp;Price will increase after this time. This is the VIP group discount price. We want to insure everyone can sit together and get the group discount.<br><br>For more information about the comedy event or to purchase tickets on your own(you won't get the group discount this way) see the link below:<br><br>&nbsp;https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-unknown-tour-2026-midland-tx-tickets-1261605358589?aff=odcleoeventsincollection</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="10" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3461248" target="_blank"  data-label="Ladies Comedy Night Sign Up" data-color="#db39b6" style="background-color:#db39b6 !important;">Ladies Comedy Night Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="11" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="12" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#8e44ad"><h2  style='color:#8e44ad;'>Men, Save the Date!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="13" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23718426_4096x3072_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23718426_4096x3072_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23718426_4096x3072_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="14" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><b>Get ready for a guy's night out!!<br>When: April 25 from 6-8pm<br>Where: Lucky Strike Lanes<br>Dinner and bowling included<br><br>**Signup coming soon!!**</b></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="15" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="16" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2' ><h2 >Check out everything our youth is doing!!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="17" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="18" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23805486_633x374_500.png);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23805486_633x374_2500.png"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23805486_633x374_500.png" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="19" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">PLEASE SUPPORT OUR YOUTH ATTENDING THE NAZARENE YOUTH CONFERENCE THIS SUMMER!<br>HAMBURGER &amp; HOT DOG SALE<br>Option of a Hamburger, or 2 Hotdogs plus chips, dessert &amp; a drink!&nbsp;<br>$12 A PLATE<br>MUST RSVP FOR YOUR PLATE<br><br>Please stay to eat &amp; fellowship or you can take it to go.&nbsp;<br>SATURDAY APRIL 25, 2026<br>11AM-1PM AT THE GATHERING</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="20" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3519186" target="_blank"  data-label="Hamburger & Hotdog Sign Up" data-color="#5069ce" data-text-color="#ea6f62" style="background-color:#5069ce !important;color:#ea6f62 !important;">Hamburger & Hotdog Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="21" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="22" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2' ><h2 >The youth is collecting items for NYC</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="23" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h3' ><h3 >Look for the donation bin next to the youth room</h3></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="24" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615948_1638x2048_500.JPG);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615948_1638x2048_2500.JPG" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615948_1638x2048_500.JPG" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="25" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="26" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#d35400"><h2  style='color:#d35400;'>Sign up for youth camp by April 14 to get the best price!!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="27" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615460_1920x1080_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615460_1920x1080_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615460_1920x1080_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="28" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Sign up here to let us know that your Teen(s) will attend Trinity Pines youth camp with The Gathering Church!<br><br>-Camp dates: June 8 -11<br>- Register and pay by April 14 to get the early bird rate of $250<br>-Register and pay between April 15 and May 26 to pay the regular rate of $275<br>- All paper work is due by May 26.<br>-Please see Aracely or Frank for forms and helpful information or you can visit the camp website at https://southtexasnyi.churchcenter.com/registrations/events</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="29" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3542039" target="_blank"  data-label="Youth Camp Sign Up" data-color="#2b15e5" data-text-color="#f39c12" style="background-color:#2b15e5 !important;color:#f39c12 !important;">Youth Camp Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="30" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="31" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#c0392b"><h2  style='color:#c0392b;'>Kid's Camp Info!!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="32" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615731_1999x1545_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615731_1999x1545_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615731_1999x1545_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="33" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Sign up here to let us know that your child(ren) will attend Trinity Pines kids camp with The Gathering Church!<br><br>*For 1st- 6th grade (25/26 school year) children*<br><br>-Camp dates: July 7- July 10<br>- If registered and paid by June 17 cost is $275 per child<br>- Register and pay between June 18 through 26 for a cost of $300<br>-Deposit due upon registration is $50.<br>&nbsp;<br>-Registration forms are due by June 26; Please see Rachel Wilson or Melissa Reyes for forms and helpful information or you can visit the camp website at &nbsp;https://linktr.ee/stxkidscamp for required items and more information.<br>** All forms and payments will need to be submitted by June 26. No registrations will be accepted after June 26.**<br><br>**Registration dates are slightly different than image to allow for &nbsp;time to process and send paperwork and payments to the district.**</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="34" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3542078" target="_blank"  data-label="Kid's Camp Sign Up" data-color="#c0392b" data-text-color="#000000" style="background-color:#c0392b !important;color:#000000 !important;">Kid's Camp Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="35" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#c0392b"><h2  style='color:#c0392b;'>**We also are in need of counselors for kids camp. This is a fun opportunity to get out of Midland and&nbsp; impact the lives of the children who attend camp. If you are interested, or know someone who is, please reach out to Rachel Wilson**</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="36" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="37" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#1d2191"><h2  style='color:#1d2191;'>Make sure to check out the Library!!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="38" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="39" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#1f217a"><h2  style='color:#1f217a;'>Did you know?</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="40" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h3'  data-color="#1b3093"><h3  style='color:#1b3093;'>The Library also doubles as a nursing/quiet room. Moms with babies and young children are welcome to use the quiet room at anytime. **Please close the door if you are nursing a baby.**<br>**Please know before entering if door is closed.**</h3></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="41" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="42" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399602_1638x2048_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399602_1638x2048_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399602_1638x2048_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="43" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399613_1638x2048_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399613_1638x2048_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399613_1638x2048_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="44" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">We can't do church without YOU! If you’ve been thinking about getting plugged in, this is your sign!<br>There’s a place for you on a team. Whether that’s loving on kids, welcoming people at the door, serving at events, leading in worship, or helping behind the scenes.<br><br>We’re especially looking to grow our Sound team right now. If you enjoy working behind the scenes with technology and being part of what makes Sundays run smoothly, we’d love to have you. Reach out to Kellen Lee for details.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="45" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdb7jpPojODmygxaaQCupixG17s3G5BbkBW9z8POSHxC7mw9Q/viewform" target="_blank"  data-label="Volunteer Interest Form" data-color="#7f8c8d" data-text-color="#1c1a7a" style="background-color:#7f8c8d !important;color:#1c1a7a !important;">Volunteer Interest Form</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="46" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="47" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="48" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">We now have a food pantry available for anyone who needs assistance! Also donations are accepted. Reach out to Pastor Frank or Rachel Wilson for more information.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="49" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="50" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23249378_1638x2048_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23249378_1638x2048_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23249378_1638x2048_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="51" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">There's a lifegroup for everone! Get plugged into yours and enjoy fellowship and dive deeper into God's word. Check out our lifegroups page to find out more info.<br>Lifegroups page</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="52" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.church/#lifegroups" target="_blank"  data-label="Lifegroups page" data-color="#e7d846" data-text-color="#3498db" style="background-color:#e7d846 !important;color:#3498db !important;">Lifegroups page</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="53" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="54" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23806014_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23806014_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23806014_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></section>]]></content:encoded>
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						<description><![CDATA[There's lots of activities happening throughout our church! Get all of the info here! Come and hangout with your Church family for some Easter fun! Our annual Easter picnic will be at Ulmer Park (2700 West Kentucky Ave) on April 4th from 11am until 3pm. We will be accepting egg donations for our children's Easter egg hunt. Sign up to bring a dish to share! The Gathering Church will provide plates,...]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 16:01:42 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<section class="sp-section sp-scheme-0" data-index="50" data-scheme="0"><div class="sp-section-slide"  data-label="Main" ><div class="sp-section-content" ><div class="sp-grid sp-col sp-col-24"><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="0" style=""><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">There's lots of activities happening throughout our church! Get all of the info here!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="1" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23364629_1920x1080_500.JPG);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23364629_1920x1080_2500.JPG" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23364629_1920x1080_500.JPG" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="2" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Come and hangout with your Church family for some Easter fun! Our annual Easter picnic will be at Ulmer Park (2700 West Kentucky Ave) on April 4th from 11am until 3pm. We will be accepting egg donations for our children's Easter egg hunt. Sign up to bring a dish to share! The Gathering Church will provide plates, utensils, napkins, and ice.<br><br>*We will have bins to put egg donations inside. Bring a bucket/bag for your child(ren) to participate in the egg hunt.*<br><br>*Hamburger and Hotdogs will be provided. Please sign up to bring buns, fixin's and condiments.*<br><br></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="3" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3449394" target="_blank"  data-label="Easter Picnic Sign Up" data-color="#fbbce7" data-text-color="#48a34c" style="background-color:#fbbce7 !important;color:#48a34c !important;">Easter Picnic Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="4" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="5" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#ea2ed4"><h2  style='color:#ea2ed4;'>Calling all the ladies!!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="6" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h3'  data-color="#9840b5"><h3  style='color:#9840b5;'>Sign up by April 3rd for the best price!!</h3></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="7" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23715937_5900x2629_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23715937_5900x2629_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23715937_5900x2629_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="8" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">When is the last time you hung out with the girls on a Saturday night? I think it't time! Join the ladies of the Gathering for a fun night out on the town. Lets hang out at the park before the show and enjoy an evening of music, laughter and fellowship.<br><br>This is a 2.5 hour event on a Saturday night and a guaranteed good time!<br>&nbsp;<br>Meet at the church by 4:30 to ride the bus to the Bush Convention center and back to the church when the event is over.<br>&nbsp;<br>Cost is $28 if purchased noon on April 3rd. &nbsp;Price will increase after this time. This is the VIP group discount price. We want to insure everyone can sit together and get the group discount.<br><br>For more information about the comedy event or to purchase tickets on your own(you won't get the group discount this way) see the link below:<br><br>&nbsp;https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-unknown-tour-2026-midland-tx-tickets-1261605358589?aff=odcleoeventsincollection<br><br></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="9" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3461248" target="_blank"  data-label="Ladies Comedy Night Sign Up" data-color="#f32bb9" data-text-color="#f4d1f5" style="background-color:#f32bb9 !important;color:#f4d1f5 !important;">Ladies Comedy Night Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="10" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="11" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#58239f"><h2  style='color:#58239f;'>Men, Save the Date!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="12" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23718426_4096x3072_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23718426_4096x3072_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23718426_4096x3072_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="13" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><b>Get ready for a guy's night out!!<br>When: April 25 from 6-8pm<br>Where: Lucky Strike Lanes<br>Dinner and bowling included<br><br>**Signup coming soon!!**</b></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="14" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="15" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2' ><h2 >Check out everything our youth is doing!!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="16" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="17" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399570_676x396_500.png);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399570_676x396_2500.png"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399570_676x396_500.png" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="18" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h3'  data-color="#21782c"><h3  style='color:#21782c;'>Don't forget to pick up your plates tomorrow between 11am and 1pm. If you missed the sign up for this event, don't worry, another yummy opportunity to support our youth will be available next month!</h3></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="19" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="20" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2' ><h2 >The youth will be collecting items for NYC</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="21" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h3' ><h3 >Look for the donation bin next to the youth room</h3></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="22" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615948_1638x2048_500.JPG);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615948_1638x2048_2500.JPG" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615948_1638x2048_500.JPG" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="23" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="24" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615460_1920x1080_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615460_1920x1080_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615460_1920x1080_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="25" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Sign up here to let us know that your Teen(s) will attend Trinity Pines youth camp with The Gathering Church!<br><br>-Camp dates: June 8 -11<br>- Register and pay by April 14 to get the early bird rate of $250<br>-Register and pay between April 15 and May 26 to pay the regular rate of $275<br>- All paper work is due by May 26.<br>-Please see Aracely or Frank for forms and helpful information or you can visit the camp website at https://southtexasnyi.churchcenter.com/registrations/events</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="26" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3542039" target="_blank"  data-label="Youth Camp Sign Up" data-color="#e67e22" data-text-color="#3b46ba" style="background-color:#e67e22 !important;color:#3b46ba !important;">Youth Camp Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="27" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="28" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2' ><h2 >Important Information about Kid's Camp</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="29" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615731_1999x1545_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615731_1999x1545_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615731_1999x1545_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="30" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Sign up here to let us know that your child(ren) will attend Trinity Pines kids camp with The Gathering Church!<br><br>*For 1st- 6th grade (25/26 school year) children*<br><br>-Camp dates: July 7- July 10<br>- If registered and paid by June 17 cost is $275 per child<br>- Register and pay between June 18 through 26 for a cost of $300<br>-Deposit due upon registration is $50.<br>&nbsp;<br>-Registration forms are due by June 26; Please see Rachel Wilson or Melissa Reyes for forms and helpful information or you can visit the camp website at &nbsp;https://linktr.ee/stxkidscamp for required items and more information.<br>** All forms and payments will need to be submitted by June 26. No registrations will be accepted after June 26.**<br><br>**Registration dates are slightly different than image to allow for &nbsp;time to process and send paperwork and payments to the district.**</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="31" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3542078" target="_blank"  data-label="Kids Camp Sign Up" data-color="#c0392b" data-text-color="@color4" style="background-color:#c0392b !important;color:@color4 !important;">Kids Camp Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="32" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#e74c3c"><h2  style='color:#e74c3c;'>**We also are in need of counselors for kids camp. This is a very rewarding opportunity to impact the lives of the children who attend camp. If you are interested, or know someone who is, please reach out to Rachel Wilson**</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="33" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="34" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="35" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="36" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2' ><h2 >Join our team!!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="37" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399602_1638x2048_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399602_1638x2048_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399602_1638x2048_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="38" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399613_1638x2048_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399613_1638x2048_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399613_1638x2048_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="39" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">We can't do church without YOU! If you’ve been thinking about getting plugged in, this is your sign!<br>There’s a place for you on a team. Whether that’s loving on kids, welcoming people at the door, serving at events, leading in worship, or helping behind the scenes.<br><br>We’re especially looking to grow our Sound team right now. If you enjoy working behind the scenes with technology and being part of what makes Sundays run smoothly, we’d love to have you. Reach out to Kellen Lee for details.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="40" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdb7jpPojODmygxaaQCupixG17s3G5BbkBW9z8POSHxC7mw9Q/viewform" target="_blank"  data-label="Volunteer Interest Form" data-color="#7f8c8d" data-text-color="#433bc9" style="background-color:#7f8c8d !important;color:#433bc9 !important;">Volunteer Interest Form</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="41" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="42" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="43" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">We now have a food pantry available for anyone who needs assistance! Also donations are accepted. Reach out to Pastor Frank or Rachel Wilson for more information.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="44" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="45" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23249378_1638x2048_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23249378_1638x2048_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23249378_1638x2048_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="46" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">There's a lifegroup for everone! Get plugged into yours and enjoy fellowship and dive deeper into God's word. Check out our lifegroups page to find out more info.<br>Lifegroups page</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="47" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.church/#lifegroups" target="_blank"  data-label="Lifegroups page" data-color="#edda5e" data-text-color="#3498db" style="background-color:#edda5e !important;color:#3498db !important;">Lifegroups page</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="48" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="49" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23685205_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23685205_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23685205_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></section>]]></content:encoded>
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						<description><![CDATA[There's so much happening in our church right now! Don't miss out! Get all of your information here! Support our youth going to Nazarene Youth Conference!LUNCH FUNDRAISERGreen Chicken Enchiladas (3) plus rice, beans, dessert &amp; a drink.Saturday March 28th11am-1pm$15 A PLATEMust RSVP for a plate. Stay &amp; enjoy your meal in the fellowship hall.Payments can be made with cash, Cash App or Venmo. Thank y...]]></description>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<section class="sp-section sp-scheme-0" data-index="48" data-scheme="0"><div class="sp-section-slide"  data-label="Main" ><div class="sp-section-content" ><div class="sp-grid sp-col sp-col-24"><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="0" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><b>There's so much happening in our church right now! Don't miss out! Get all of your information here!</b></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="1" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20363896_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/20363896_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20363896_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="2" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#e67e22"><h2  style='color:#e67e22;'>Food Pop Up Distribution is Saturday March 21 from 9am-11am. Text 'Love' to 432-242-8242 to sign up to volunteer</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="3" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="4" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2' ><h2 >Ways you can help support our youth!!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="5" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="6" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h3'  data-color="#2ecc71"><h3  style='color:#2ecc71;'>Last day to Sign Up is this Thursday March 26!!</h3></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="7" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399570_676x396_500.png);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399570_676x396_2500.png"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399570_676x396_500.png" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="8" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Support our youth going to Nazarene Youth Conference!<br>LUNCH FUNDRAISER<br>Green Chicken Enchiladas (3) plus rice, beans, dessert &amp; a drink.<br>Saturday March 28th<br>11am-1pm<br>$15 A PLATE<br>Must RSVP for a plate. Stay &amp; enjoy your meal in the fellowship hall.<br><br>Payments can be made with cash, Cash App or Venmo. Thank you for your support!<br><br>Cash App:$CelyWely7<br>Venmo: @Aracely-Villarreal-7</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="9" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3511023" target="_blank"  data-label="Lunch Fundraiser Sign Up" data-color="#e6dea8" data-text-color="#27ae60" style="background-color:#e6dea8 !important;color:#27ae60 !important;">Lunch Fundraiser Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="10" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="11" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h3'  data-color="#d35400"><h3  style='color:#d35400;'>The youth also is collecting items for a service project that they will do at NYC. A bin for donations will be placed next to the youth room door.</h3></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="12" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615948_1638x2048_500.JPG);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615948_1638x2048_2500.JPG" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615948_1638x2048_500.JPG" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="13" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="14" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23364629_1920x1080_500.JPG);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23364629_1920x1080_2500.JPG" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23364629_1920x1080_500.JPG" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="15" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="16" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Come and hangout with your Church family for some Easter fun! Our annual Easter picnic will be at Ulmer Park (2700 West Kentucky Ave) from 11am until 3pm. We will be accepting egg donations for our children's Easter egg hunt. Sign up to bring a dish to share! The Gathering Church will provide plates, utensils, napkins, and ice.<br><br>*We will have bins to put egg donations inside. Bring a bucket/bag for your child(ren) to participate in the egg hunt.*<br><br>*Hamburger and Hotdogs will be provided. Please sign up to bring buns, fixin's and condiments.*<br><br></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="17" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3449394" target="_blank"  data-label="Easter Picnic Sign Up" data-color="#e0d448" data-text-color="#ec7474" style="background-color:#e0d448 !important;color:#ec7474 !important;">Easter Picnic Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="18" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="19" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#da7125"><h2  style='color:#da7125;'>Sign up early for camp to get the best rate!!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="20" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h3'  data-color="#0d16ce"><h3  style='color:#0d16ce;'>Youth Camp</h3></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="21" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615460_1920x1080_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615460_1920x1080_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615460_1920x1080_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="22" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Sign up here to let us know that your Teen(s) will attend Trinity Pines youth camp with The Gathering Church!<br><br>-Camp dates: June 8 -11<br>- Register and pay by April 14 to get the early bird rate of $250<br>-Register and pay between April 15 and May 26 to pay the regular rate of $275<br>- All paper work is due by May 26.<br>-Please see Aracely or Frank for forms and helpful information or you can visit the camp website at &nbsp;https://southtexasnyi.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3521520?fbclid=IwdGRzaAQqQTFjbGNrBCpAtGV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHmU2NHWC9JWMCzh-UlGyVw5dp605iSZfXVEgQY9j78KvA245xeQsGNYoHNSZ_aem_3FXA9NIZOfKp4SOw0JAAyA for required items and more information. </div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="23" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3542039" target="_blank"  data-label="Youth Camp Sign Up" data-color="#e67e22" data-text-color="#105c8e" style="background-color:#e67e22 !important;color:#105c8e !important;">Youth Camp Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="24" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="25" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h3'  data-color="#c0392b"><h3  style='color:#c0392b;'>Kids Camp</h3></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="26" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615731_1999x1545_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615731_1999x1545_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23615731_1999x1545_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="27" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Sign up here to let us know that your child(ren) will attend Trinity Pines kids camp with The Gathering Church!<br><br>*For 1st- 6th grade (25/26 school year) children*<br><br>-Camp dates: July 7- July 10<br>- If registered and paid by June 17 cost is $275 per child<br>- Register and pay between June 18 through 26 for a cost of $300<br>-Deposit due upon registration is $50.<br>&nbsp;<br>-Registration forms are due by June 26; Please see Rachel Wilson or Melissa Reyes for forms and helpful information or you can visit the camp website at &nbsp;https://linktr.ee/stxkidscamp for required items and more information.<br>** All forms and payments will need to be submitted by June 26. No registrations will be accepted after June 26.**<br><br>**Registration dates are slightly different than image to allow for &nbsp;time to process and send paperwork and payments to the district.**</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="28" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3542078" target="_blank"  data-label="Kids Camp Sign Up" data-color="#d6301f" data-text-color="@color4" style="background-color:#d6301f !important;color:@color4 !important;">Kids Camp Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="29" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="30" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#2d387b"><h2  style='color:#2d387b;'>The Library is back open!!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="31" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="32" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">The library is back and looks amazing!! A big thank you to Yolanda Sanchez for all of her hard work in getting the library organized and reopened!!<br><br>Stop by and check it out, enjoy a quiet place to read, or borrow a book!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="33" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="34" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#000000"><h2  style='color:#000000;'>Join our team!!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="35" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399602_1638x2048_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399602_1638x2048_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399602_1638x2048_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="36" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399613_1638x2048_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399613_1638x2048_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399613_1638x2048_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="37" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">We can't do church without YOU! If you’ve been thinking about getting plugged in, this is your sign!<br>There’s a place for you on a team. Whether that’s loving on kids, welcoming people at the door, serving at events, leading in worship, or helping behind the scenes.<br><br>We’re especially looking to grow our Sound team right now. If you enjoy working behind the scenes with technology and being part of what makes Sundays run smoothly, we’d love to have you. Reach out to Kellen Lee for details.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="38" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdb7jpPojODmygxaaQCupixG17s3G5BbkBW9z8POSHxC7mw9Q/viewform" target="_blank"  data-label="Volunteer Interest Form" data-color="#7f8c8d" data-text-color="#2a278b" style="background-color:#7f8c8d !important;color:#2a278b !important;">Volunteer Interest Form</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="39" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="40" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="41" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">We now have a food pantry available for anyone who needs assistance! Also donations are accepted. Reach out to Pastor Frank or Rachel Wilson for more information.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="42" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="43" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23249378_1638x2048_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23249378_1638x2048_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23249378_1638x2048_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="44" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">There's a lifegroup for everone! Get plugged into yours and enjoy fellowship and dive deeper into God's word. Check out our lifegroups page to find out more info.<br>Lifegroups page</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="45" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.church/#lifegroups" target="_blank"  data-label="Lifegroups page" data-color="#fdb4c1" data-text-color="#268c4d" style="background-color:#fdb4c1 !important;color:#268c4d !important;">Lifegroups page</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="46" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="47" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23616095_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23616095_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23616095_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></section>]]></content:encoded>
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						<description><![CDATA[Support our youth going to Nazarene Youth Conference!LUNCH FUNDRAISERGreen Chicken Enchiladas (3) plus rice, beans, dessert &amp; a drink.Saturday March 28th11am-1pm$15 A PLATEMust RSVP for a plate. Stay &amp; enjoy your meal in the fellowship hall.Payments can be made with cash, Cash App or Venmo. Thank you for your support!Cash App:$CelyWely7Venmo: @Aracely-Villarreal-7 Come and hangout with your Church...]]></description>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<section class="sp-section sp-scheme-0" data-index="32" data-scheme="0"><div class="sp-section-slide"  data-label="Main" ><div class="sp-section-content" ><div class="sp-grid sp-col sp-col-24"><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="0" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#3498db"><h2  style='color:#3498db;'>There's a lot going on throughout our church! Don't miss out! Get all your information here!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="1" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="2" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#27ae60"><h2  style='color:#27ae60;'>Last day to sign up is March 26 !!!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="3" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399570_676x396_500.png);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399570_676x396_2500.png"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399570_676x396_500.png" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="4" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Support our youth going to Nazarene Youth Conference!<br>LUNCH FUNDRAISER<br>Green Chicken Enchiladas (3) plus rice, beans, dessert &amp; a drink.<br>Saturday March 28th<br>11am-1pm<br>$15 A PLATE<br>Must RSVP for a plate. Stay &amp; enjoy your meal in the fellowship hall.<br><br>Payments can be made with cash, Cash App or Venmo. Thank you for your support!<br><br>Cash App:$CelyWely7<br>Venmo: @Aracely-Villarreal-7</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="5" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3511023" target="_blank"  data-label="Lunch Fundraiser Sign Up" data-color="#27ae60" data-text-color="#eee6be" style="background-color:#27ae60 !important;color:#eee6be !important;">Lunch Fundraiser Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="6" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="7" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23364629_1920x1080_500.JPG);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23364629_1920x1080_2500.JPG" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23364629_1920x1080_500.JPG" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="8" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Come and hangout with your Church family for some Easter fun! Our annual Easter picnic will be at Ulmer Park (2700 West Kentucky Ave) from 11am until 3pm. We will be accepting egg donations for our children's Easter egg hunt. Sign up to bring a dish to share! The Gathering Church will provide plates, utensils, napkins, and ice.<br><br>*We will have bins to put egg donations inside. Bring a bucket/bag for your child(ren) to participate in the egg hunt.*<br><br>*Hamburger and Hotdogs will be provided. Please sign up to bring buns, fixin's and condiments.*<br><br>If you have questions contact Rachel Wilson via text at 432-262-1109 or at rachel@tgmidland.org</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="9" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3449394" target="_blank"  data-label="Easter Picnic Sign Up" data-color="#3498db" data-text-color="#5ce1b7" style="background-color:#3498db !important;color:#5ce1b7 !important;">Easter Picnic Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="10" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="11" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20363896_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/20363896_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20363896_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="12" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#d35400"><h2  style='color:#d35400;'>Food Pop Up Distribution is Saturday March 21 from 9am-11am. Text 'Love' to 432-242-8242 to sign up to volunteer</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="13" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="14" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#5251a4"><h2  style='color:#5251a4;'>The Library is back open!!!!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="15" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="16" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">The library is back and looks amazing!! A big thank you to Yolanda Sanchez for all of her hard work in getting the library organized and reopened!!<br><br>Stop by and check it out, enjoy a quiet place to read, or borrow a book!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="17" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="18" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2' ><h2 >Join our team!!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="19" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399602_1638x2048_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399602_1638x2048_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399602_1638x2048_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="20" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399613_1638x2048_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399613_1638x2048_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399613_1638x2048_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="21" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">We can't do church without YOU! If you’ve been thinking about getting plugged in, this is your sign!<br>There’s a place for you on a team. Whether that’s loving on kids, welcoming people at the door, serving at events, leading in worship, or helping behind the scenes.<br><br>We’re especially looking to grow our Sound team right now. If you enjoy working behind the scenes with technology and being part of what makes Sundays run smoothly, we’d love to have you. Reach out to Kellen Lee for details.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="22" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdb7jpPojODmygxaaQCupixG17s3G5BbkBW9z8POSHxC7mw9Q/viewform" target="_blank"  data-label="Volunteer Interest Form" data-color="#4027b9" data-text-color="#bdc3c7" style="background-color:#4027b9 !important;color:#bdc3c7 !important;">Volunteer Interest Form</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="23" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="24" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="25" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">We now have a food pantry available for anyone who needs assistance! Also donations are accepted. Reach out to Pastor Frank or Rachel Wilson for more information.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="26" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="27" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23249378_1638x2048_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23249378_1638x2048_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23249378_1638x2048_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="28" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">There's a lifegroup for everone! Get plugged into yours and enjoy fellowship and dive deeper into God's word. Check out our lifegroups page to find out more info.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="29" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.church/#lifegroups" target="_blank"  data-label="Lifegroups page" data-color="#f39c12" data-text-color="@color4" style="background-color:#f39c12 !important;color:@color4 !important;">Lifegroups page</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="30" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="31" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23481314_1080x1080_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23481314_1080x1080_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23481314_1080x1080_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></section>]]></content:encoded>
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						<description><![CDATA[Happening this Saturday: Join us for a casual kick back with Coffee, Crafts and Great Conversations. Refreshments will be served. Bring a cork bord, presentation board or large frame with a sturdy backing. 10x10 or larger works best. Feel free to bring charms, pictures and our favorite bible verses, we will supply the rest.Happening at The Gathering Church March 7  from 10am-12pm. Support our yout...]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 09:32:17 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<section class="sp-section sp-scheme-0" data-index="31" data-scheme="0"><div class="sp-section-slide"  data-label="Main" ><div class="sp-section-content" ><div class="sp-grid sp-col sp-col-24"><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="0" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2' ><h2 >Get all the details for our upcoming events here!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="1" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Happening this Saturday:</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="2" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23135588_1098x626_500.png);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23135588_1098x626_2500.png" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23135588_1098x626_500.png" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="3" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Join us for a casual kick back with Coffee, Crafts and Great Conversations. Refreshments will be served. Bring a cork bord, presentation board or large frame with a sturdy backing. 10x10 or larger works best. Feel free to bring charms, pictures and our favorite bible verses, we will supply the rest.<br>Happening at The Gathering Church March 7 &nbsp;from 10am-12pm.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="4" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3461244" target="_blank"  data-label="Coffee Chats & Crafts Sign Up" data-color="#b4a264" data-text-color="#ed9bc7" style="background-color:#b4a264 !important;color:#ed9bc7 !important;">Coffee Chats & Crafts Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="5" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="6" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399570_676x396_500.png);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399570_676x396_2500.png"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399570_676x396_500.png" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="7" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Support our youth going to Nazarene Youth Conference!<br>LUNCH FUNDRAISER<br>Green Chicken Enchiladas (3) plus rice, beans, dessert &amp; a drink.<br>Saturday March 28th<br>11am-1pm<br>$15 A PLATE<br>Must RSVP for a plate. Stay &amp; enjoy your meal in the fellowship hall.<br><br>Payments can be made with cash, Cash App or Venmo. Thank you for your support!<br><br>Cash App:$CelyWely7<br>Venmo: @Aracely-Villarreal-7</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="8" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3511023" target="_blank"  data-label="Lunch Fundraiser Sign UP" data-color="#468b46" data-text-color="#ddd4b0" style="background-color:#468b46 !important;color:#ddd4b0 !important;">Lunch Fundraiser Sign UP</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="9" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="10" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23364629_1920x1080_500.JPG);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23364629_1920x1080_2500.JPG" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23364629_1920x1080_500.JPG" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="11" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Come and hangout with your Church family for some Easter fun! Our annual Easter picnic will be at Ulmer Park (2700 West Kentucky Ave) from 11am until 3pm. We will be accepting egg donations for our children's Easter egg hunt. Sign up to bring a dish to share! The Gathering Church will provide plates, utensils, napkins, and ice.<br><br>*We will have bins to put egg donations inside. Bring a bucket/bag for your child(ren) to participate in the egg hunt.*<br><br>*Hamburger and Hotdogs will be provided. Please sign up to bring buns, fixin's and condiments.*<br><br>If you have questions contact Rachel Wilson via text at 432-262-1109 or at rachel@tgmidland.org</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="12" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3449394" target="_self"  data-label="Easter Picnic Sign Up" data-color="#3498db" data-text-color="#5ce1b7" style="background-color:#3498db !important;color:#5ce1b7 !important;">Easter Picnic Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="13" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="14" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2' ><h2 >Wanna join our sound team?</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="15" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399602_1638x2048_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399602_1638x2048_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399602_1638x2048_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="16" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399613_1638x2048_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399613_1638x2048_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399613_1638x2048_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="17" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">We can't do church without YOU! If you’ve been thinking about getting plugged in, this is your sign! <br>There’s a place for you on a team. Whether that’s loving on kids, welcoming people at the door, serving at events, leading in worship, or helping behind the scenes.<br><br>We’re especially looking to grow our Sound team right now. If you enjoy working behind the scenes with technology and being part of what makes Sundays run smoothly, we’d love to have you. Reach out to Kellen Lee for details.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="18" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://forms.gle/rQP9Y7yCYtshJUGj6" target="_blank"  data-label="Volunteer Interest Form" data-color="#3521a6" data-text-color="#bdc3c7" style="background-color:#3521a6 !important;color:#bdc3c7 !important;">Volunteer Interest Form</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="19" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="20" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="21" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">We now have a food pantry available for anyone who needs assistance! Also donations are accepted. Reach out to Pastor Frank or Rachel Wilson for more information.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="22" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="23" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23249378_1638x2048_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23249378_1638x2048_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23249378_1638x2048_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="24" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">There's a lifegroup for everone! Get plugged into yours and enjoy fellowship and dive deeper into God's word. Check out our lifegroups page to find out more info??</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="25" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.church/#lifegroups" target="_blank"  data-label="Lifegroups page" data-color="#27ae60" data-text-color="#ea99d4" style="background-color:#27ae60 !important;color:#ea99d4 !important;">Lifegroups page</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="26" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="27" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22789320_2000x1125_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22789320_2000x1125_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22789320_2000x1125_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="28" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Due to recent donations (Thank you!), the library is currently closed and under construction. It will be opening back up soon!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="29" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="30" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399999_2000x2000_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399999_2000x2000_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23399999_2000x2000_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></section>]]></content:encoded>
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			<title>The Gathering Happenings</title>
						<description><![CDATA[Find out about all of the happenings at The Gathering Church here: Men, come fellowship with other men! Enjoy some good food while you're here too!Where: The Gathering ChurchDate: Saturday February 28Time: 8:30 amSign up for the Men's life group on the lifegroups page for more info, or contact Robert Fowler for details! Join us for a casual kick back with Coffee, Crafts and Great Conversations. Re...]]></description>
			<link>https://mygathering.church/blog/2026/02/26/the-gathering-happenings</link>
			<pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 11:17:52 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<section class="sp-section sp-scheme-0" data-index="30" data-scheme="0"><div class="sp-section-slide"  data-label="Main" ><div class="sp-section-content" ><div class="sp-grid sp-col sp-col-24"><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="0" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Find out about all of the happenings at The Gathering Church here:</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="1" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="2" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h3' ><h3 >Here's a fun event for the Men:</h3></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="3" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22981709_1920x1080_500.png);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22981709_1920x1080_2500.png" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22981709_1920x1080_500.png" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="4" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Men, come fellowship with other men! Enjoy some good food while you're here too!<br><br>Where: The Gathering Church<br>Date: Saturday February 28<br>Time: 8:30 am<br><br>Sign up for the Men's life group on the lifegroups page for more info, or contact Robert Fowler for details!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="5" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="6" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h3' ><h3 >And for the Women:</h3></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="7" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23135588_1098x626_500.png);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23135588_1098x626_2500.png" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23135588_1098x626_500.png" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="8" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Join us for a casual kick back with Coffee, Crafts and Great Conversations. Refreshments will be served. Bring a cork bord, presentation board or large frame with a sturdy backing. 10x10 or larger works best. Feel free to bring charms, pictures and our favorite bible verses, we will supply the rest.<br>Happening at The Gathering Church March 7&nbsp; from 10am-12pm.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="9" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3461244" target="_blank"  data-label="Coffee Chats and Crafts Sign Up" style="">Coffee Chats and Crafts Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="10" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="11" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2' ><h2 >Join our Sound Team</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="12" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22975716_2000x1125_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22975716_2000x1125_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22975716_2000x1125_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="13" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">We are looking to add a few members to our Sound team. This is a great opportunity for those who like working behind the scenes with technology. Reach out to Kellen Lee for details.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="14" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="15" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="16" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">We now have a food pantry available for anyone who needs assistance! Also donations are accepted. Reach out to Pastor Frank or Rachel Wilson for more information.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="17" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="18" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22789508_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22789508_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22789508_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="19" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">We would like to thank everyone who supported The Gathering Church in 2025! Your generosity has helped the mission throughout this past year! Thank you!<br><br>Need a 2025 Giving Statement? Click the link below and complete the form.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="20" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/people/forms/1136889" target="_blank"  data-label="2025 Giving Statement Form" data-color="#27ae60" data-text-color="#dde391" style="background-color:#27ae60 !important;color:#dde391 !important;">2025 Giving Statement Form</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="21" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="22" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23249378_1638x2048_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23249378_1638x2048_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23249378_1638x2048_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="23" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Most lifegroups are back in session or will be starting up again in the coming weeks? Not plugged into a life group yet? Visit our lifegroups page to find out more info!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="24" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.church/#lifegroups" target="_blank"  data-label="Lifegroups page" data-color="#5d6ad0" data-text-color="#f39c12" style="background-color:#5d6ad0 !important;color:#f39c12 !important;">Lifegroups page</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="25" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="26" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22789320_2000x1125_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22789320_2000x1125_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22789320_2000x1125_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="27" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Due to recent donations (Thank you!), the library is currently closed and under construction. It will be opening back up soon!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-divider-block " data-type="divider" data-id="28" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-divider-holder"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="29" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23249878_2000x2000_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23249878_2000x2000_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23249878_2000x2000_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></section>]]></content:encoded>
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			<title>Updates from the Gathering</title>
						<description><![CDATA[Find out everything that's going on at The Gathering here: Men, come fellowship with other men! Enjoy some good food while you're here too!Where: The Gathering ChurchDate: Saturday February 28Time: 8:30 amSign up for the Men's life group on the lifegroups page for more info, or contact Robert Fowler for details! Join us for a casual kick back with Coffee, Crafts and Great Conversations. Refreshmen...]]></description>
			<link>https://mygathering.church/blog/2026/02/20/updates-from-the-gathering</link>
			<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 14:00:10 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<section class="sp-section sp-scheme-0" data-index="37" data-scheme="0"><div class="sp-section-slide"  data-label="Main" ><div class="sp-section-content" ><div class="sp-grid sp-col sp-col-24"><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="0" style=""><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Find out everything that's going on at The Gathering here:</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="1" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2' ><h2 >Pass along this info to anyone in need:</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="2" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23178153_1080x1350_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23178153_1080x1350_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23178153_1080x1350_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="3" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="4" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23178275_2000x1125_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23178275_2000x1125_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23178275_2000x1125_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="5" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2' ><h2 >Don't miss your chance to vote! Our church board elections are this Sunday!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="6" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="7" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://assets2.snappages.site/global/assets/images/tmp18.jpg);" ><img src="https://assets2.snappages.site/global/assets/images/tmp18.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="8" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="9" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h3' ><h3 >Here's a fun event for the men:</h3></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="10" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22981709_1920x1080_500.png);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22981709_1920x1080_2500.png" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22981709_1920x1080_500.png" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="11" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Men, come fellowship with other men! Enjoy some good food while you're here too!<br><br>Where: The Gathering Church<br>Date: Saturday February 28<br>Time: 8:30 am<br><br>Sign up for the Men's life group on the lifegroups page for more info, or contact Robert Fowler for details!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="12" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="13" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h3' ><h3 >And for the Women:</h3></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="14" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23135588_1098x626_500.png);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23135588_1098x626_2500.png" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23135588_1098x626_500.png" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="15" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Join us for a casual kick back with Coffee, Crafts and Great Conversations. Refreshments will be served. Bring a cork bord, presentation board or large frame with a sturdy backing. 10x10 or larger works best. Feel free to bring charms, pictures and our favorite bible verses, we will supply the rest.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="16" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3461244" target="_blank"  data-label="Coffee Chats & Crafts Sign Up" data-color="#998a56" data-text-color="#edabca" style="background-color:#998a56 !important;color:#edabca !important;">Coffee Chats & Crafts Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="17" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="18" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2' ><h2 >Join our Sound Team</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="19" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22975716_2000x1125_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22975716_2000x1125_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22975716_2000x1125_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="20" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">We are looking to add a few members to our Sound team. This is a great opportunity for those who like working behind the scenes with technology. Reach out to Kellen Lee for details.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="21" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="22" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="23" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">We now have a food pantry available for anyone who needs assistance! Also donations are accepted. Reach out to Pastor Frank or Rachel Wilson for more information.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="24" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="25" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22789508_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22789508_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22789508_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="26" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">We would like to thank everyone who supported The Gathering Church in 2025! Your generosity has helped the mission throughout this past year! Thank you!<br><br>Need a 2025 Giving Statement? Click the link below and complete the form.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="27" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/people/forms/1136889" target="_blank"  data-label="2025 Giving Statement Form" data-color="#3f9d53" data-text-color="#f1c40f" style="background-color:#3f9d53 !important;color:#f1c40f !important;">2025 Giving Statement Form</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="28" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="29" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901524_1536x1920_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901524_1536x1920_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901524_1536x1920_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="30" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Most lifegroups are back in session or will be starting up again in the coming weeks? Not plugged into a life group yet? Visit our lifegroups page to find out more info!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="31" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.church/#lifegroups" target="_blank"  data-label="Lifegroups page" data-color="#8e44ad" data-text-color="#d5e232" style="background-color:#8e44ad !important;color:#d5e232 !important;">Lifegroups page</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="32" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="33" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22789320_2000x1125_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22789320_2000x1125_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22789320_2000x1125_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="34" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Due to recent donations (Thank you!), the library is currently closed and under construction. It will be opening back up soon!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="35" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="36" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23178087_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23178087_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23178087_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></section>]]></content:encoded>
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			<title>Lovin' it at The Gathering</title>
						<description><![CDATA[We love The Gathering Church and its happenings ! We are looking to add a few members to our Sound team. This is a great opportunity for those who like working behind the scenes with technology. Reach out to Kellen Lee for details. We now have a food pantry available for anyone who needs assistance! Also donations are accepted. Reach out to Pastor Frank or Rachel Wilson for more information. We wo...]]></description>
			<link>https://mygathering.church/blog/2026/02/13/lovin-it-at-the-gathering</link>
			<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 11:02:41 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<section class="sp-section sp-scheme-0" data-index="32" data-scheme="0"><div class="sp-section-slide"  data-label="Main" ><div class="sp-section-content" ><div class="sp-grid sp-col sp-col-24"><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="0" style=""><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">We love The Gathering Church and its happenings !</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="1" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#9b59b6"><h2  style='color:#9b59b6;'>Here's a great opportunity to support our youth and have a date night with your special someone!!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="2" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22975887_1920x1080_500.PNG);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22975887_1920x1080_2500.PNG" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22975887_1920x1080_500.PNG" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="3" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="4" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2' ><h2 >Join our Sound Team</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="5" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22975716_2000x1125_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22975716_2000x1125_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22975716_2000x1125_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="6" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">We are looking to add a few members to our Sound team. This is a great opportunity for those who like working behind the scenes with technology. Reach out to Kellen Lee for details.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="7" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="8" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="9" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">We now have a food pantry available for anyone who needs assistance! Also donations are accepted. Reach out to Pastor Frank or Rachel Wilson for more information.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="10" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="11" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22789508_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22789508_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22789508_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="12" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">We would like to thank everyone who supported The Gathering Church in 2025! Your generosity has helped the mission throughout this past year! Thank you!<br><br>Need a 2025 Giving Statement? Click the link below and complete the form.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="13" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/people/forms/1136889" target="_blank"  data-label="2025 Giving Statement Form" data-color="#27ae60" data-text-color="#f1c40f" style="background-color:#27ae60 !important;color:#f1c40f !important;">2025 Giving Statement Form</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="14" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="15" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23077785_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23077785_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23077785_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="16" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">The West Texas Food bank is transitioning from paper record keeping to electronic record keeping(Oasis). &nbsp;Beginning with February's pop up, we will be using the new system of record keeping.<br><br>February 20 form 10am-12pm there will be training on the new Oasis program here at the church.<br><br>If you volunteer with the food pop up on a regular basis, or plan to volunteer in the future this training is for you.<br><br>**A light lunch will be provided.**</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="17" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3401664" target="_blank"  data-label="Pop Up Oasis Training Sign Up" data-color="#3498db" data-text-color="#f1c40f" style="background-color:#3498db !important;color:#f1c40f !important;">Pop Up Oasis Training Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="18" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="19" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2' ><h2 >Men's Breakfast</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="20" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22981606_1920x1080_500.png);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22981606_1920x1080_2500.png" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22981606_1920x1080_500.png" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="21" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Men, come fellowship with other men! Enjoy some good food while you're here too!<br><br>Where: The Gathering Church<br>Date: Saturday February 28<br>Time: 8:30 am<br><br>Sign up for the Men's life group on the lifegroups page for more info, or contact Robert Fowler for details!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="22" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="23" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901524_1536x1920_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901524_1536x1920_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901524_1536x1920_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="24" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Most lifegroups are back in session or will be starting up again in the coming weeks? Not plugged into a life group yet? Visit our lifegroups page to find out more info!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="25" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.church/#lifegroups" target="_blank"  data-label="Lifegroups page" data-color="#8e44ad" data-text-color="#2dd7eb" style="background-color:#8e44ad !important;color:#2dd7eb !important;">Lifegroups page</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="26" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="27" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22789320_2000x1125_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22789320_2000x1125_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22789320_2000x1125_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="28" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Due to recent donations (Thank you!), the library is currently closed and under construction. It will be opening back up soon!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="29" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="30" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23077701_2000x1125_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/23077701_2000x1125_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/23077701_2000x1125_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="31" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div></div></div></div></section>]]></content:encoded>
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			<title>Love these happenings</title>
						<description><![CDATA[Check out all of the exciting thing happening at The Gathering Church here: We are looking to add a few members to our Sound team. This is a great opportunity for those who like working behind the scenes with technology. Reach out to Kellen Lee for details. We now have a food pantry available for any of our members who need assistance! Also donations are accepted. Reach out to Pastor Frank or Rach...]]></description>
			<link>https://mygathering.church/blog/2026/02/06/love-these-happenings</link>
			<pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 10:06:50 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<section class="sp-section sp-scheme-0" data-index="29" data-scheme="0"><div class="sp-section-slide"  data-label="Main" ><div class="sp-section-content" ><div class="sp-grid sp-col sp-col-24"><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="0" style="text-align:left;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Check out all of the exciting things happening at The Gathering Church here:</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="1" style=""><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="2" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#c0392b"><h2  style='color:#c0392b;'>Fun ways to support our youth!!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="3" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22975887_1920x1080_500.PNG);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22975887_1920x1080_2500.PNG" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22975887_1920x1080_500.PNG" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="4" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22975922_1920x1080_500.JPG);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22975922_1920x1080_2500.JPG" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22975922_1920x1080_500.JPG" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="5" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="6" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2' ><h2 >Join our Sound Team!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="7" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22975716_2000x1125_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22975716_2000x1125_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22975716_2000x1125_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="8" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">We are looking to add a few members to our Sound team. This is a great opportunity for those who like working behind the scenes with technology. Reach out to Kellen Lee for details.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="9" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="10" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="11" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">We now have a food pantry available for any of our members who need assistance! Also donations are accepted. Reach out to Pastor Frank or Rachel Wilson for more information.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="12" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="13" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22789508_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22789508_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22789508_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="14" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">We would like to thank everyone who supported The Gathering Church in 2025! Your generosity has helped the mission throughout this past year! Thank you!<br><br>Need a 2025 Giving Statement? Click the link below and complete the form.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="15" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/people/forms/1136889" target="_blank"  data-label="2025 Giving Statement form" data-color="#27ae60" data-text-color="#f6d44c" style="background-color:#27ae60 !important;color:#f6d44c !important;">2025 Giving Statement form</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="16" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="17" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22790941_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22790941_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22790941_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="18" style=""><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">The West Texas Food bank is transitioning from paper record keeping to electronic record keeping(Oasis). &nbsp;Beginning with February's pop up, we will be using the new system of record keeping.<br><br>February 20 form 10am-12pm there will be training on the new Oasis program here at the church.<br><br>If you volunteer with the food pop up on a regular basis, or plan to volunteer in the future this training is for you.<br><br>**A light lunch will be provided.**</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="19" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3401664" target="_blank"  data-label="Pop Up Oasis Training Sign Up" data-color="#3498db" data-text-color="#f1c40f" style="background-color:#3498db !important;color:#f1c40f !important;">Pop Up Oasis Training Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="20" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="21" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901508_1536x1920_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901508_1536x1920_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901508_1536x1920_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="22" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Most lifegroups are back in session or will be starting up again in the coming weeks? Not plugged into a life group yet? Visit our lifegroups page to find out more info!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="23" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.church/#lifegroups" target="_blank"  data-label="Lifegroups page" data-color="#16a085" data-text-color="#8f51a9" style="background-color:#16a085 !important;color:#8f51a9 !important;">Lifegroups page</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="24" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="25" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22789320_2000x1125_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22789320_2000x1125_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22789320_2000x1125_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="26" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Due to recent donations (Thank you!), the library is currently closed and under construction. It will be opening back up soon!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="27" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="28" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22978054_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22978054_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22978054_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></section>]]></content:encoded>
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			<title>The Gathering Updates and Announcements</title>
						<description><![CDATA[We are monitoring this weekend's weather event closely. For now, Sunday service is happening as normal. If service is cancelled or adjusted we will use our platforms (text, email, social media) to notify everyone.We pray that everyone stays safe and has the resources they need for this cold season. As we all belong to the body of Christ please feel free to reach out to your church family as needed...]]></description>
			<link>https://mygathering.church/blog/2026/01/23/the-gathering-updates-and-announcements</link>
			<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 13:08:34 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<section class="sp-section sp-scheme-0" data-index="22" data-scheme="0"><div class="sp-section-slide"  data-label="Main" ><div class="sp-section-content" ><div class="sp-grid sp-col sp-col-24"><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="0" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22789199_2000x1125_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22789199_2000x1125_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22789199_2000x1125_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="1" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">We are monitoring this weekend's weather event closely. For now, Sunday service is happening as normal. If service is cancelled or adjusted we will use our platforms (text, email, social media) to notify everyone.<br><br>We pray that everyone stays safe and has the resources they need for this cold season. As we all belong to the body of Christ please feel free to reach out to your church family as needed. Also be prepared to help those in need if you are able.&nbsp;</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="2" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="3" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791818_1920x1080_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="4" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">We now have a food pantry available for any of our members who need assistance! Also donations are accepted. Reach out to Pastor Frank or Rachel Wilson for more information.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="5" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="6" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22789508_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22789508_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22789508_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="7" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">We would like to thank everyone who supported The Gathering Church in 2025! Your generosity has helped the mission throughout this past year! Thank you!<br><br>Need a 2025 Giving Statement? Click the link below and complete the form.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="8" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/people/forms/1136889" target="_blank"  data-label="2025 Giving Statement Form" data-color="#20a22e" data-text-color="#f1c40f" style="background-color:#20a22e !important;color:#f1c40f !important;">2025 Giving Statement Form</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="9" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="10" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22790941_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22790941_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22790941_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="11" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">The West Texas Food bank is transitioning from paper record keeping to electronic record keeping(Oasis). &nbsp;Beginning with February's pop up, we will be using the new system of record keeping.<br><br>February 20 form 10am-12pm there will be training on the new Oasis program here at the church. <br><br>If you volunteer with the food pop up on a regular basis, or plan to volunteer in the future this training is for you.<br><br>**A light lunch will be provided.**</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="12" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3401664" target="_blank"  data-label="Pop Up Oasis Training Sign Up" data-color="#f1c40f" data-text-color="#357fde" style="background-color:#f1c40f !important;color:#357fde !important;">Pop Up Oasis Training Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="13" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="14" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901524_1536x1920_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901524_1536x1920_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901524_1536x1920_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="15" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Most lifegroups are back in session or will be starting up again in the coming weeks? Not plugged into a life group yet? Visit our lifegroups page to find out more info!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="16" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.church/#lifegroups" target="_blank"  data-label="Lifegroups page" data-color="#1abc9c" data-text-color="#9b59b6" style="background-color:#1abc9c !important;color:#9b59b6 !important;">Lifegroups page</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="17" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="18" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22789320_2000x1125_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22789320_2000x1125_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22789320_2000x1125_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="19" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Due to some large donations (Thank you!), the library is currently closed and under construction. It will be opening back up soon!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="20" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="21" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791012_2000x2000_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791012_2000x2000_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22791012_2000x2000_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></section>]]></content:encoded>
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			<title>Keeping up with The Gathering</title>
						<description><![CDATA[We are a week into 2026! Did you make any resolutions? How are those going? If you've already messed up on your resolutions don't fret. "His mercies are new every morning." (Lamentations 3:22-23). We can start fresh each day not just on New Year's day. God doesn't forgive one day a year, nor does he want you one day per year. He forgives you everyday, and wants you to build your relationship with ...]]></description>
			<link>https://mygathering.church/blog/2026/01/08/keeping-up-with-the-gathering</link>
			<pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 08:24:59 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<section class="sp-section sp-scheme-0" data-index="21" data-scheme="0"><div class="sp-section-slide"  data-label="Main" ><div class="sp-section-content" ><div class="sp-grid sp-col sp-col-24"><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="0" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22562033_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22562033_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22562033_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="1" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">We are a week into 2026! Did you make any resolutions? How are those going? If you've already messed up on your resolutions don't fret. "His mercies are new every morning." (Lamentations 3:22-23). We can start fresh each day not just on New Year's day. God doesn't forgive one day a year, nor does he want you one day per year. He forgives you everyday, and wants you to build your relationship with him every day as well. We need to strive for God's will for us everyday even when we stumble. Stumbling or messing up does not have to equate to giving up, when each and every day is a blessing and gift of a fresh start from God! May your 2026 be blessed and rooted in God's purpose for you!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="2" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="3" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901508_1536x1920_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901508_1536x1920_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901508_1536x1920_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="4" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Most lifegroups are back in session or will be starting up again in the coming weeks? Not plugged into a life group yet? Visit our lifegroups page to find out more info!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="5" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.church/#lifegroups" target="_blank"  data-label="Lifegroups page" data-color="#1abc9c" data-text-color="#9b59b6" style="background-color:#1abc9c !important;color:#9b59b6 !important;">Lifegroups page</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="6" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="7" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22561321_1920x1080_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22561321_1920x1080_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22561321_1920x1080_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="8" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Men! Kick off the year strong with good food, meaningful conversation, and time in God's word with the men at The Gathering at our Men's Breakfast THIS Saturday January 10 at 9:00am. Bring a bro and plan to be there!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="9" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="10" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2' ><h2 >Last chance to register!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="11" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618908_1200x630_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618908_1200x630_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618908_1200x630_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="12" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">**Registration closes January 15!**<br>2026 NYC will be in Salt Lake City Utah!!<br>For students graduating in 2026-2030 (8th grade- 12th grade)<br>*Age cut off &nbsp;is 19*<br>Prices have increased, but you can still register! See Pastor Frank or Aracely Villarreal for details!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="13" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="14" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20363896_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/20363896_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20363896_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="15" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2' ><h2 >Our Food Pop up Distribution is Saturday January 17 from 9am-11am. We need volunteers! Text 'LOVE" to 432-242-8242 to sign up to volunteer!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="16" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="17" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#1f3c89"><h2  style='color:#1f3c89;'>New Year new reading habit! Check out the Library!!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="18" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="19" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="20" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22561829_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22561829_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22561829_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></section>]]></content:encoded>
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			<title>Last updates of 2025</title>
						<description><![CDATA[How is it that another year God has given us has gone by already? Looking back through 2025 as a church there have been many changes and events. Some events were good and some were tough. God has guided our church through everything that has happened in 2025, and he will not stop in 2026. He is "the same yesterday, today, and forever." (Hebrews 13:8)  We wish you and your family a blessed 2026 and...]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 12:44:11 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<section class="sp-section sp-scheme-0" data-index="15" data-scheme="0"><div class="sp-section-slide"  data-label="Main" ><div class="sp-section-content" ><div class="sp-grid sp-col sp-col-24"><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="0" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22458965_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22458965_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22458965_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="1" style=""><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">How is it that another year God has given us has gone by already? Looking back through 2025 as a church there have been many changes and events. Some events were good and some were tough. God has guided our church through everything that has happened in 2025, and he will not stop in 2026. He is "the same yesterday, today, and forever." (Hebrews 13:8) &nbsp;We wish you and your family a blessed 2026 and growth in your relationship with the Lord. See y'all Sunday!!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="2" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="3" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#ff7272"><h2  style='color:#ff7272;'>Winter Retreat</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="4" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21554543_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21554543_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21554543_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="5" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">The youth winter retreat is only a few weeks away!! &nbsp;The dates are &nbsp;January 17-19 2026 in Trinity Pines Texas. It is open to students in 6th-12th grade. If you are going, please let Frank or Aracely Villarreal know for preparation purposes.*</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="6" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://southtexasnyi.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3082772" target="_blank"  data-label="Winter Retreat Sign Up" data-color="@color3" data-text-color="#ff7272" style="background-color:@color3 !important;color:#ff7272 !important;">Winter Retreat Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="7" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="8" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618908_1200x630_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618908_1200x630_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618908_1200x630_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="9" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">**Registration closing soon!!**<br>2026 NYC will be in Salt Lake City Utah!!<br>For students graduating in 2026-2030 (8th grade- 12th grade)<br>*Age cut off &nbsp;is 19*<br>Prices have increased, but you can still register! See Pastor Frank or Aracely Villarreal for details!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="10" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="11" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#30377e"><h2  style='color:#30377e;'>Make reading more one of your new year's resolutions and check out our library!!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="12" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="13" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="14" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22459201_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22459201_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22459201_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></section>]]></content:encoded>
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			<title>Merry Christmas from The Gathering</title>
						<description><![CDATA[We pray that everyone has a blessed and wonderful time of celebration of our Lord and Savior's birth! May everyone feel the love of Christ not just in this season, but through. We want to say thank you to everyone who has supported the youth in the recent fundraisers! Your support enables our youth to reach their financial goals of attending NYC this summer! Your support means so much to us! The y...]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2025 12:53:38 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<section class="sp-section sp-scheme-0" data-index="18" data-scheme="0"><div class="sp-section-slide"  data-label="Main" ><div class="sp-section-content" ><div class="sp-grid sp-col sp-col-24"><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="0" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22408261_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22408261_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22408261_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="1" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">We pray that everyone has a blessed and wonderful time of celebration of our Lord and Savior's birth! May everyone feel the love of Christ not just in this season, but through.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="2" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22344544_2000x2000_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22344544_2000x2000_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22344544_2000x2000_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="3" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">We want to say thank you to everyone who has supported the youth in the recent fundraisers! Your support enables our youth to reach their financial goals of attending NYC this summer! Your support means so much to us!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="4" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="5" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#ff7272"><h2  style='color:#ff7272;'>Winter Retreat</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="6" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21554543_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21554543_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21554543_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="7" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">The youth winter retreat will be January 17-19 2026 in Trinity Pines Texas. Open to students in 6th-12th grade. If you are going, please let Frank or Aracely Villarreal know for preparation purposes.*</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="8" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://southtexasnyi.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3082772" target="_blank"  data-label="Winter Retreat Sign Up" data-color="#ffffff" data-text-color="#ff7272" style="background-color:#ffffff !important;color:#ff7272 !important;">Winter Retreat Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="9" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="10" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618908_1200x630_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618908_1200x630_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618908_1200x630_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="11" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">2026 NYC will be in Salt Lake City Utah!!<br>For students graduating in 2026-2030 (8th grade- 12th grade)<br>*Age cut off &nbsp;is 19*<br>Prices have increased, but you can still register! See Pastor Frank or Aracely Villarreal for details!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="12" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="13" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#3a488d"><h2  style='color:#3a488d;'>Have you checked out the library?</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="14" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="15" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Come check out our Library!! Grab a book or Leave a book! It's open for everyone!! Stop by whenever you're at the church. It's located off of the overflow in the quiet room. If you have any questions see Yolanda Sanchez.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="16" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="17" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22408742_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22408742_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22408742_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></section>]]></content:encoded>
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			<title>The Gathering Christmas News</title>
						<description><![CDATA[We want to say thank you to everyone who has supported the youth in the recent fundraisers! Your support means so much to us! We truly appreciate it!! If you missed out, don't worry, we have one more opportunity for you to help support the youth this month!! Look below to find out the details!! Bring your gifts and let us take care of the wrapping! The youth will be gift wrapping presents on Decem...]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 16:48:47 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<section class="sp-section sp-scheme-0" data-index="21" data-scheme="0"><div class="sp-section-slide"  data-label="Main" ><div class="sp-section-content" ><div class="sp-grid sp-col sp-col-24"><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="0" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22344544_2000x2000_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22344544_2000x2000_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22344544_2000x2000_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="1" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">We want to say thank you to everyone who has supported the youth in the recent fundraisers! Your support means so much to us! We truly appreciate it!! If you missed out, don't worry, we have one more opportunity for you to help support the youth this month!! Look below to find out the details!!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="2" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22194180_2400x1350_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22194180_2400x1350_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22194180_2400x1350_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="3" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Bring your gifts and let us take care of the wrapping! The youth will be gift wrapping presents on December 13th and 20th from 11am-3pm to help raise funds for our youth attending Nazarene Youth Conference 2026 in Salt Lake City Utah. Swing by, support our teens, and leave with beautifully wrapped gifts!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="4" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="5" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2' ><h2 >Food Pop Up Distribution this Saturday from 9-11 am</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="6" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20363896_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/20363896_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20363896_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="7" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="8" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#ff7272"><h2  style='color:#ff7272;'>Winter Retreat</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="9" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21554543_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21554543_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21554543_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="10" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">The youth winter retreat will be January 17-19 2026 in Trinity Pines Texas. Open to students in 6th-12th grade. If you are going, please let Frank or Aracely Villarreal know for preparation purposes.*</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="11" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://southtexasnyi.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3082772" target="_blank"  data-label="Youth Winter Retreat Signup" data-color="#ff7272" style="background-color:#ff7272 !important;">Youth Winter Retreat Signup</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="12" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="13" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618908_1200x630_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618908_1200x630_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618908_1200x630_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="14" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">2026 NYC will be in Salt Lake City Utah!!<br>For students graduating in 2026-2030 (8th grade- 12th grade)<br>*Age cut off &nbsp;is 19*<br>Prices have increased, but you can still register! See Pastor Frank or Aracely Villarreal for details!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="15" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="16" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#3031a1"><h2  style='color:#3031a1;'>Have you checked out the Library?</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="17" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="18" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Come check out our Library!! Grab a book or Leave a book! It's open for everyone!! Stop by whenever you're at the church. It's located off of the overflow in the quiet room. If you have any questions see Yolanda Sanchez.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="19" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="20" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22344844_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22344844_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22344844_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></section>]]></content:encoded>
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						<description><![CDATA[It's time!!!!!!!! Our Women's Gathering Christmas Party is back and bigger than ever! Join us this year for a Soup-er fun and festive night with the Ladies of the Gathering. Wear you Ugliest Sweater, Jingliest Jewelry , Blinged out/Blinking head piece or the most Over-the-top Festive Christmas outfit you can muster. The campier the better, we promise it will be worth it! Enjoy a festive feast pepp...]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 09:20:15 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<section class="sp-section sp-scheme-0" data-index="33" data-scheme="0"><div class="sp-section-slide"  data-label="Main" ><div class="sp-section-content" ><div class="sp-grid sp-col sp-col-24"><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="0" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#c0392b"><h2  style='color:#c0392b;'>***Happening this weekend! ***</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="1" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="2" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22194023_1080x1350_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22194023_1080x1350_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22194023_1080x1350_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="3" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">It's time!!!!!!!! Our Women's Gathering Christmas Party is back and bigger than ever! Join us this year for a Soup-er fun and festive night with the Ladies of the Gathering.<br>&nbsp;Wear you Ugliest Sweater, Jingliest Jewelry , Blinged out/Blinking head piece or the most Over-the-top Festive Christmas outfit you can muster. The campier the better, we promise it will be worth it!<br>&nbsp;Enjoy a festive feast peppered with piping hot Soups and Savory Salads. Bring a dish, Bring a friend and bring a kid or two if you want. They will be partying with the Youth this year so don't worry about childcare, it's covered.<br><br>We are bringing back the Sock Exchange this year , please bring a gift small enough to fit in a pair of cozy socks. We recommend keeping it under $20<br><br><br>Sign up today and we can't wait to see you on December 12th!!!!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="4" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3292411" target="_blank"  data-label="Women's Christmas Party Sign Up" data-color="#d77eae" data-text-color="#2ecc71" style="background-color:#d77eae !important;color:#2ecc71 !important;">Women's Christmas Party Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="5" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="6" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22193996_1080x1350_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22193996_1080x1350_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22193996_1080x1350_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="7" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Join us for our annual Christmas Party! &nbsp;<br><br>Please sign up to bring something to share.<br>RSVP with the link. DON’T forget to RSVP for your friend.<br><br>Feel free to wear your Christmas theme drip!<br>We will have a Ugly Christmas sweater contest.<br><br>We will be doing a gift exchange game. If you want to join in, please bring a gift. Gift worth of at least $10. &nbsp;<br><br>We are excited to celebrate with y’all! Yall don’t want to miss out!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="8" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3310704" target="_blank"  data-label="Youth Christmas Party Sign Up" data-color="#ba2626" data-text-color="#508b5a" style="background-color:#ba2626 !important;color:#508b5a !important;">Youth Christmas Party Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="9" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="10" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22194180_2400x1350_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22194180_2400x1350_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22194180_2400x1350_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="11" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Bring your gifts and let us take care of the wrapping! The youth will be gift wrapping presents on December 13th and 20th from 11am-3pm to help raise funds for our youth attending Nazarene Youth Conference 2026 in Salt Lake City Utah. Swing by, support our teens, and leave with beautifully wrapped gifts!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="12" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="13" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22194223_1920x1080_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22194223_1920x1080_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22194223_1920x1080_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="14" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Come join your church family for Christmas dinner!!<br><br>Sign up to &nbsp;bring a dish to share!<br><br>**New Dessert Auction**<br><br>All desserts brought this year will be auctioned as part of a fundraiser for our youth attending NYC (Nazarene Youth Conference). Sign up to bring a dessert to support our youth!!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="15" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3291892" target="_blank"  data-label="Christmas Dinner and Dessert Auction Sign up" data-color="#c0392b" data-text-color="#ffffff" style="background-color:#c0392b !important;color:#ffffff !important;">Christmas Dinner and Dessert Auction Sign up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="16" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22194164_1920x1080_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22194164_1920x1080_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22194164_1920x1080_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="17" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="18" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2' ><h2 >** Happening Later **</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="19" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="20" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#ff7272"><h2  style='color:#ff7272;'>Winter Retreat</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="21" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21554543_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21554543_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21554543_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="22" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">The youth winter retreat will be January 17-19 2026 in Trinity Pines Texas. Open to students in 6th-12th grade. If you are going, please let Frank or Aracely Villarreal know for preparation purposes.*</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="23" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://southtexasnyi.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3082772" target="_blank"  data-label="Youth Winter Retreat Signup" data-color="#ff7272" style="background-color:#ff7272 !important;">Youth Winter Retreat Signup</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="24" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="25" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618908_1200x630_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618908_1200x630_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618908_1200x630_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="26" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">2026 NYC will be in Salt Lake City Utah!!<br>For students graduating in 2026-2030 (8th grade- 12th grade)<br>*Age cut off &nbsp;is 19*<br>Prices have increased, but you can still register! See Pastor Frank or Aracely Villarreal for details!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="27" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="28" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#34495e"><h2  style='color:#34495e;'>Check out our Library</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="29" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="30" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Come check out our Library!! Grab a book or Leave a book! It's open for everyone!! Stop by whenever you're at the church. It's located off of the overflow in the quiet room. If you have any questions see Yolanda Sanchez.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="31" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="32" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22266151_2000x2000_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22266151_2000x2000_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22266151_2000x2000_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></section>]]></content:encoded>
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			<title>Christmas events at The Gathering</title>
						<description><![CDATA[It's time!!!!!!!! Our Women's Gathering Christmas Party is back and bigger than ever! Join us this year for a Soup-er fun and festive night with the Ladies of the Gathering. Wear you Ugliest Sweater, Jingliest Jewelry , Blinged out/Blinking head piece or the most Over-the-top Festive Christmas outfit you can muster. The campier the better, we promise it will be worth it! Enjoy a festive feast pepp...]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 10:58:27 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<section class="sp-section sp-scheme-0" data-index="29" data-scheme="0"><div class="sp-section-slide"  data-label="Main" ><div class="sp-section-content" ><div class="sp-grid sp-col sp-col-24"><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="0" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22194023_1080x1350_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22194023_1080x1350_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22194023_1080x1350_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="1" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">It's time!!!!!!!! Our Women's Gathering Christmas Party is back and bigger than ever! Join us this year for a Soup-er fun and festive night with the Ladies of the Gathering.<br>&nbsp;Wear you Ugliest Sweater, Jingliest Jewelry , Blinged out/Blinking head piece or the most Over-the-top Festive Christmas outfit you can muster. The campier the better, we promise it will be worth it!<br>&nbsp;Enjoy a festive feast peppered with piping hot Soups and Savory Salads. Bring a dish, Bring a friend and bring a kid or two if you want. They will be partying with the Youth this year so don't worry about childcare, it's covered.<br><br>We are bringing back the Sock Exchange this year , please bring a gift small enough to fit in a pair of cozy socks. We recommend keeping it under $20<br><br><br>Sign up today and we can't wait to see you on December 12th!!!!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="2" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3292411" target="_blank"  data-label="Women's Christmas Party Sign Up" data-color="#e88dca" data-text-color="#5ce1b7" style="background-color:#e88dca !important;color:#5ce1b7 !important;">Women's Christmas Party Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="3" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="4" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22193996_1080x1350_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22193996_1080x1350_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22193996_1080x1350_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="5" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Join us for our annual Christmas Party! &nbsp;<br><br>Please sign up to bring something to share.<br>RSVP with the link. DON’T forget to RSVP for your friend.<br><br>Feel free to wear your Christmas theme drip!<br>We will have a Ugly Christmas sweater contest.<br><br>We will be doing a gift exchange game. If you want to join in, please bring a gift. Gift worth of at least $10. &nbsp;<br><br>We are excited to celebrate with y’all! Yall don’t want to miss out! </div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="6" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3310704" target="_blank"  data-label="Youth Christmas Party Sign Up" data-color="#3a5942" data-text-color="#e74c3c" style="background-color:#3a5942 !important;color:#e74c3c !important;">Youth Christmas Party Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="7" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="8" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22194180_2400x1350_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22194180_2400x1350_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22194180_2400x1350_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="9" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#1f6055"><h2  style='color:#1f6055;'>Bring your gifts and let us take care of the wrapping! We'll be wrapping presents on December 13th and 20th form 11am -3pm to help raise funds for our youth attending Nazarene Youth Conference 2026. Swing by, support our teens and leave with beautifully wrapped gifts!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="10" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="11" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22194223_1920x1080_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22194223_1920x1080_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22194223_1920x1080_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="12" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Come join your church family for Christmas dinner!!<br><br>Sign up to &nbsp;bring a dish to share!<br><br>**New Dessert Auction**<br><br>All desserts brought this year will be auctioned as part of a fundraiser for our youth attending NYC (Nazarene Youth Conference). Sign up to bring a dessert to support our youth!!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="13" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3291892" target="_blank"  data-label="Christmas Dinner and Dessert Auction Sign up" data-color="#e74c3c" data-text-color="#1e5736" style="background-color:#e74c3c !important;color:#1e5736 !important;">Christmas Dinner and Dessert Auction Sign up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="14" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22194164_1920x1080_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22194164_1920x1080_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22194164_1920x1080_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="15" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="16" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#ff7272"><h2  style='color:#ff7272;'>Winter Retreat</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="17" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21554543_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21554543_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21554543_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="18" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">The youth winter retreat will be January 17-19 2026 in Trinity Pines Texas. Open to students in 6th-12th grade. If you are going, please let Frank or Aracely Villarreal know for preparation purposes.*</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="19" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901524_1536x1920_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901524_1536x1920_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901524_1536x1920_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="20" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Get plugged into a lifegroup!! There is something for everyone!! Click the buttion to find out more about our lifegroups!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="21" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.church/#lifegroups" target="_blank"  data-label="Lifegroups" data-color="#1abc9c" data-text-color="#3859e0" style="background-color:#1abc9c !important;color:#3859e0 !important;">Lifegroups</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="22" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="23" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="24" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Come check out our Library!! Grab a book or Leave a book! It's open for everyone!! Stop by whenever you're at the church. It's located off of the overflow in the quiet room. If you have any questions see Yolanda Sanchez.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="25" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="26" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618908_1200x630_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618908_1200x630_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618908_1200x630_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="27" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">2026 NYC will be in Salt Lake City Utah!!<br>For students graduating in 2026-2030 (8th grade- 12th grade)<br>*Age cut off &nbsp;is 19*<br>Prices have increased, but you can still register! 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						<description><![CDATA[Come join your church family for Christmas dinner!!When: December 14 @ 6:30pmWhere: The Gathering ChurchSign up to  bring a dish to share!**New Dessert Auction**All desserts brought this year will be auctioned as part of a fundraiser for our youth attending NYC (Nazarene Youth Conference). Sign up to bring a dessert to support our youth!! Get plugged into a lifegroup!! There is something for every...]]></description>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<section class="sp-section sp-scheme-0" data-index="26" data-scheme="0"><div class="sp-section-slide"  data-label="Main" ><div class="sp-section-content" ><div class="sp-grid sp-col sp-col-24"><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="0" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22096088_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22096088_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22096088_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="1" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#d35400"><h2  style='color:#d35400;'>We want to wish all of our Gathering family a Happy Thanksgiving. We pray for safe travels for those who are traveling. We also pray for comfort and provision for those who are struggling in any way. May everyone have a relaxed and blessed holiday.&nbsp;</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="2" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="3" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22041009_2000x2000_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22041009_2000x2000_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22041009_2000x2000_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="4" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="@color3"><h2  style='color:@color3;'>Save the dates!!<br>We have several Christmas events coming up! Details and sign ups coming soon!<br><br>Youth Christmas party- December 12<br>Ladies Christmas party- December 12<br>Church Christmas Dinner- December 14</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="5" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="6" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#244c2f"><h2  style='color:#244c2f;'>Church Christmas Dinner</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="7" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Come join your church family for Christmas dinner!!<br><br>When: December 14 @ 6:30pm<br>Where: The Gathering Church<br><br>Sign up to &nbsp;bring a dish to share!<br><br>**New Dessert Auction**<br><br>All desserts brought this year will be auctioned as part of a fundraiser for our youth attending NYC (Nazarene Youth Conference). Sign up to bring a dessert to support our youth!!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="8" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3291892" target="_blank"  data-label="Christmas Dinner Sign Up" data-color="#275332" style="background-color:#275332 !important;">Christmas Dinner Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="9" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="10" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901524_1536x1920_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901524_1536x1920_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901524_1536x1920_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="11" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Get plugged into a lifegroup!! There is something for everyone!! Click the buttion to find out more about our lifegroups!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="12" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.church/#lifegroups" target="_blank"  data-label="Lifegroups" data-color="#8e44ad" data-text-color="#fab552" style="background-color:#8e44ad !important;color:#fab552 !important;">Lifegroups</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="13" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="14" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="15" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Come check out our Library!! Grab a book or Leave a book! It's open for everyone!! Stop by whenever you're at the church. It's located off of the overflow in the quiet room. If you have any questions see Yolanda Sanchez.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="16" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="17" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#ff7272"><h2  style='color:#ff7272;'>Winter Retreat</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="18" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21554543_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21554543_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21554543_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="19" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">The youth winter retreat will be January 17-19 2026 in Trinity Pines Texas. Open to students in 6th-12th grade. If you are going, please let Frank or Aracely Villarreal know for preparation purposes.*</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="20" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://southtexasnyi.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3082772" target="_blank"  data-label="Winter Retreat Sign Up" data-color="#4c5758" data-text-color="#ff7272" style="background-color:#4c5758 !important;color:#ff7272 !important;">Winter Retreat Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="21" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="22" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618908_1200x630_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618908_1200x630_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618908_1200x630_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="23" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">2026 NYC will be in Salt Lake City Utah!!<br>For students graduating in 2026-2030 (8th grade- 12th grade)<br>*Age cut off &nbsp;is 19*<br>Prices have increased, but you can still register! See Pastor Frank or Aracely Villarreal for details!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="24" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="25" style=""><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22095402_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22095402_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22095402_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></section>]]></content:encoded>
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			<title>The Gathering Announcements</title>
						<description><![CDATA[Find out everything happening at The Gathering here! Come join your church family for Christmas dinner!!When: December 14 @ 6:30pmWhere: The Gathering ChurchSign up to  bring a dish to share!**New Dessert Auction**All desserts brought this year will be auctioned as part of a fundraiser for our youth attending NYC (Nazarene Youth Conference). Sign up to bring a dessert to support our youth!! Get pl...]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2025 14:10:36 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<section class="sp-section sp-scheme-0" data-index="24" data-scheme="0"><div class="sp-section-slide"  data-label="Main" ><div class="sp-section-content" ><div class="sp-grid sp-col sp-col-24"><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="0" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Find out everything happening at The Gathering here!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="1" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22041009_2000x2000_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22041009_2000x2000_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22041009_2000x2000_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="2" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2' ><h2 >Save the dates!! <br>We have several Christmas events coming up! Details and sign ups coming soon!<br><br>Youth Christmas party- December 12<br>Ladies Christmas party- December 12<br>Church Christmas Dinner- December 14</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="3" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="4" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#325d39"><h2  style='color:#325d39;'>Church Christmas Dinner</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="5" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Come join your church family for Christmas dinner!!<br><br>When: December 14 @ 6:30pm<br>Where: The Gathering Church<br><br>Sign up to &nbsp;bring a dish to share!<br><br>**New Dessert Auction**<br><br>All desserts brought this year will be auctioned as part of a fundraiser for our youth attending NYC (Nazarene Youth Conference). Sign up to bring a dessert to support our youth!!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="6" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3291892" target="_blank"  data-label="Christmas Dinner Sign Up" data-color="#386b43" data-text-color="#ffffff" style="background-color:#386b43 !important;color:#ffffff !important;">Christmas Dinner Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="7" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="8" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901508_1536x1920_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901508_1536x1920_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901508_1536x1920_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="9" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Get plugged into a lifegroup!! There is something for everyone!! Click the buttion to find out more about our lifegroups!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="10" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.church/#lifegroups" target="_blank"  data-label="Lifegroups" data-color="#f39c12" style="background-color:#f39c12 !important;">Lifegroups</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="11" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="12" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#2128ab"><h2  style='color:#2128ab;'>Stop by and check out the library!!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="13" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="14" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Come check out our Library!! Grab a book or Leave a book! It's open for everyone!! Stop by whenever you're at the church. It's located off of the overflow in the quiet room. If you have any questions see Yolanda Sanchez.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="15" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="16" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#e74c3c"><h2  style='color:#e74c3c;'>Winter Retreat</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="17" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21554543_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21554543_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21554543_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="18" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">The youth winter retreat will be January 17-19 2026 in Trinity Pines Texas. Open to students in 6th-12th grade. If you are going, please let Frank or Aracely Villarreal know for preparation purposes.*</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="19" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://southtexasnyi.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3082772" target="_self"  data-label="Winter Retreat Sign Up" data-color="#4c5758" data-text-color="#ff7272" style="background-color:#4c5758 !important;color:#ff7272 !important;">Winter Retreat Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="20" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="21" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618908_1200x630_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618908_1200x630_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618908_1200x630_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="22" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">2026 NYC will be in Salt Lake City Utah!!<br>For students graduating in 2026-2030 (8th grade- 12th grade)<br>*Age cut off &nbsp;is 19*<br>Prices have increased, but you can still register! See Pastor Frank or Aracely Villarreal for details!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="23" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22041806_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/22041806_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/22041806_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></section>]]></content:encoded>
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			<title>The Gathering News and Events</title>
						<description><![CDATA[Find out all of The Gathering news and events here: Get plugged into a lifegroup!! There is something for everyone!! Click the buttion to find out more about our lifegroups! Come check out our Library!! Grab a book or Leave a book! It's open for everyone!! Stop by whenever you're at the church. It's located off of the overflow in the quiet room. If you have any questions see Yolanda Sanchez. The y...]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 11:55:37 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<section class="sp-section sp-scheme-0" data-index="26" data-scheme="0"><div class="sp-section-slide"  data-label="Main" ><div class="sp-section-content" ><div class="sp-grid sp-col sp-col-24"><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="0" style=""><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Find out all of The Gathering news and events here:</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="1" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="2" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#29653a"><h2  style='color:#29653a;'>Shoeboxes due Sunday!!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="3" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618767_1080x1350_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618767_1080x1350_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618767_1080x1350_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="4" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2' ><h2 >Don't forget to fill your boxes and bring them on Sunday!! For questions contact Karina Ramirez</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="5" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="6" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21952133_1080x1350_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21952133_1080x1350_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21952133_1080x1350_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="7" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2' ><h2 >We still need volunteers for Saturday's food pop up. To volunteer text 'Love' to 432-242-8242</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="8" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="9" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901524_1536x1920_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901524_1536x1920_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901524_1536x1920_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="10" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Get plugged into a lifegroup!! There is something for everyone!! Click the buttion to find out more about our lifegroups!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="11" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.church/#lifegroups" target="_blank"  data-label="Lifegroups" data-color="#9b59b6" data-text-color="#1abc9c" style="background-color:#9b59b6 !important;color:#1abc9c !important;">Lifegroups</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="12" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="13" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2' ><h2 >Grab a book from our library!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="14" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="15" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Come check out our Library!! Grab a book or Leave a book! It's open for everyone!! Stop by whenever you're at the church. It's located off of the overflow in the quiet room. If you have any questions see Yolanda Sanchez.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="16" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="17" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#4c5758"><h2  style='color:#4c5758;'>Winter Retreat</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="18" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21554543_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21554543_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21554543_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="19" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">The youth winter retreat will be January 17-19 2026 in Trinity Pines Texas. Open to students in 6th-12th grade. If you are going, please let Frank or Aracely Villarreal know for preparation purposes.*</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="20" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://southtexasnyi.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3082772" target="_blank"  data-label="Winter Retreat Sign Up" data-color="#4c5758" data-text-color="#ff7272" style="background-color:#4c5758 !important;color:#ff7272 !important;">Winter Retreat Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="21" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="22" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618908_1200x630_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618908_1200x630_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618908_1200x630_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="23" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">2026 NYC will be in Salt Lake City Utah!!<br>For students graduating in 2026-2030 (8th grade- 12th grade)<br>*Age cut off &nbsp;is 19*<br>Prices have increased, but you can still register! See Pastor Frank or Aracely Villarreal for details!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="24" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="25" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21952647_2000x2000_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21952647_2000x2000_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21952647_2000x2000_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></section>]]></content:encoded>
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			<title>What's up at The Gathering</title>
						<description><![CDATA[Get the scoop on what's up at The Gathering here: Our food pop up is next Saturday November 15 from 9-11am. Make plans to volunteer!! Text LOVE to 432-242-8242 Get plugged into a lifegroup!! There is something for everyone!! Click the buttion to find out more about our lifegroups! Come check out our Library!! Grab a book or Leave a book! It's open for everyone!! Stop by whenever you're at the chur...]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 13:57:41 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<section class="sp-section sp-scheme-0" data-index="27" data-scheme="0"><div class="sp-section-slide"  data-label="Main" ><div class="sp-section-content" ><div class="sp-grid sp-col sp-col-24"><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="0" style=""><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Get the scoop on what's up at The Gathering here:</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="1" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#2980b9"><h2  style='color:#2980b9;'>Pray for the men that are traveling to Man Camp this weekend. We pray for them to have safe travels, fun times, and a spiritually refreshing weekend.</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="2" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="3" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#2b7348"><h2  style='color:#2b7348;'>Shoeboxes Due November 16th !!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="4" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618767_1080x1350_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618767_1080x1350_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618767_1080x1350_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="5" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#265f3c"><h2  style='color:#265f3c;'>Don't forget to grab a shoebox this Sunday!! Fill it up for a child and bring it back by November 16. There are restrictions on certain items, so grab a brochure to read up on those items. For questions contact Karina Ramirez</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="6" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="7" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2' ><h2 >Food Pop up November 15</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="8" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20363896_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/20363896_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20363896_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="9" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Our food pop up is next Saturday November 15 from 9-11am. Make plans to volunteer!! Text LOVE to 432-242-8242</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="10" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="11" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901524_1536x1920_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901524_1536x1920_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901524_1536x1920_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="12" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Get plugged into a lifegroup!! There is something for everyone!! Click the buttion to find out more about our lifegroups!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="13" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.church/#lifegroups" target="_blank"  data-label="Lifegroups" data-color="#9b59b6" data-text-color="#16a085" style="background-color:#9b59b6 !important;color:#16a085 !important;">Lifegroups</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="14" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="15" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#1f247a"><h2  style='color:#1f247a;'>Have you checked out our new library?</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="16" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="17" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Come check out our Library!! Grab a book or Leave a book! It's open for everyone!! Stop by whenever you're at the church. It's located off of the overflow in the quiet room. If you have any questions see Yolanda Sanchez.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="18" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="19" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#ff7272"><h2  style='color:#ff7272;'>Winter Retreat</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="20" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21554543_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21554543_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21554543_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="21" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">The youth winter retreat will be January 17-19 2026 in Trinity Pines Texas. Open to students in 6th-12th grade. If you are going, please let Frank or Aracely Villarreal know for preparation purposes.*</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="22" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://southtexasnyi.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3082772" target="_blank"  data-label="Winter Retreat Sign Up" data-color="#4c5758" data-text-color="#ff7272" style="background-color:#4c5758 !important;color:#ff7272 !important;">Winter Retreat Sign Up</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="23" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="24" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618908_1200x630_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618908_1200x630_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618908_1200x630_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="25" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">2026 NYC will be in Salt Lake City Utah!!<br>For students graduating in 2026-2030 (8th grade- 12th grade)<br>*Age cut off &nbsp;is 19*<br>Prices have increased, but you can still register! See Pastor Frank or Aracely Villarreal for details!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="26" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21858006_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21858006_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21858006_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></section>]]></content:encoded>
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			<title>Fall into the updates at The Gathering</title>
						<description><![CDATA[Find out all the details for events at The Gathering Here: Clocks will automatically set back an hour this Saturday night, unless you clock is old school, then you have to set it back your self. Enjoy the extra hour of sleep, then come refreshed and ready to worship and receive the message on Sunday!! Get plugged into a lifegroup!! There is something for everyone!! Click the buttion to find out mo...]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2025 13:26:22 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<section class="sp-section sp-scheme-0" data-index="32" data-scheme="0"><div class="sp-section-slide"  data-label="Main" ><div class="sp-section-content" ><div class="sp-grid sp-col sp-col-24"><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="0" style=""><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Find out all the details for events at The Gathering Here:</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="1" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2' ><h2 >Don't Forget!!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="2" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21777096_2000x2000_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21777096_2000x2000_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21777096_2000x2000_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="3" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Clocks will automatically set back an hour this Saturday night, unless you clock is old school, then you have to set it back your self. Enjoy the extra hour of sleep, then come refreshed and ready to worship and receive the message on Sunday!!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="4" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="5" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#2a6f2f"><h2  style='color:#2a6f2f;'>Don't forget to pack a box before November 16!!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="6" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618767_1080x1350_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618767_1080x1350_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618767_1080x1350_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="7" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#397440"><h2  style='color:#397440;'>Don't forget to grab a shoebox this Sunday!! Fill it up for a child and bring it back by November 16. There are restrictions on certain items, so grab a brochure to read up on those items. For questions contact Karina Ramirez</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="8" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="9" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901524_1536x1920_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901524_1536x1920_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901524_1536x1920_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="10" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Get plugged into a lifegroup!! There is something for everyone!! Click the buttion to find out more about our lifegroups!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="11" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.church/#lifegroups" target="_blank"  data-label="Lifegroups" data-color="#1abc9c" data-text-color="#8e44ad" style="background-color:#1abc9c !important;color:#8e44ad !important;">Lifegroups</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="12" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="13" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#322e9e"><h2  style='color:#322e9e;'>Have you "checked out" our new library?</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="14" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="15" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Come check out our Library!! Grab a book or Leave a book! It's open for everyone!! Stop by whenever you're at the church. It's located off of the overflow in the quiet room. If you have any questions see Yolanda Sanchez.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="16" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="17" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#c0392b"><h2  style='color:#c0392b;'>Last chance!! It's next Weekend!!</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="18" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901315_1920x1080_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901315_1920x1080_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901315_1920x1080_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="19" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Men, get ready for a weekend full of adventure and good cookin! If you have any questions, see Kellen Lee. Sign up using the QR code and then &nbsp;help us coordinate transportation arrangements, by letting us know that you are coming by clicking the link.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="20" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe_p8c5C0meySKlfU6BmQ_l5-YLcvzE30SzRv5oJz5ek7ZVkQ/viewform" target="_blank"  data-label="I am going to Man Camp" data-text-color="#e61919" style="color:#e61919 !important;">I am going to Man Camp</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="21" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="22" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#ff7272"><h2  style='color:#ff7272;'>Youth Winter Retreat</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="23" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">**Last day for early bird registration is October 31st!!**</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="24" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21554543_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21554543_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21554543_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="25" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">The youth winter retreat will be January 17-19 2026 in Trinity Pines Texas. Open to students in 6th-12th grade. Sign up by October 31 to get the early bird price of $150.*If you are going, please let Frank or Aracely Villarreal know for preparation purposes.*</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="26" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://southtexasnyi.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3082772?fbclid=IwdGRjcAMmf5hjbGNrAyZ-ymV4dG4DYWVtAjExAAEeVWUWnSJJCuP64AGpEdjDRjFqAZOtr2Rb0WfB7splApllitRBON056heXrpo_aem_VGrvzBxFn5m2sEV_vX-z7A" target="_blank"  data-label="Winter Retreat Signup" data-color="#4c5758" data-text-color="#ff7272" style="background-color:#4c5758 !important;color:#ff7272 !important;">Winter Retreat Signup</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="27" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="28" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618908_1200x630_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618908_1200x630_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618908_1200x630_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="29" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">2026 NYC will be in Salt Lake City Utah!!<br>For students graduating in 2026-2030 (8th grade- 12th grade)<br>*Age cut off &nbsp;is 19*<br>Prices have increased, but you can still register! See Pastor Frank or Aracely Villarreal for details!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="30" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="31" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21790587_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21790587_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21790587_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></section>]]></content:encoded>
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			<title>Exciting things happening at The Gathering</title>
						<description><![CDATA[Lots of exciting things happening at The Gathering! Get the details here: Let's celebrate Pastor Frank Villarreal in his new role . Join us October 26 after service for a potluck feast. Come eat, fellowship and get to know our new pastor and his beautiful family! Sign up today for a dish, dessert or beverage. There will also be a card and gift table available for those who want to show appreciatio...]]></description>
			<link>https://mygathering.church/blog/2025/10/23/exciting-things-happening-at-the-gathering</link>
			<pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2025 20:59:59 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<section class="sp-section sp-scheme-0" data-index="30" data-scheme="0"><div class="sp-section-slide"  data-label="Main" ><div class="sp-section-content" ><div class="sp-grid sp-col sp-col-24"><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="0" style=""><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Lots of exciting things happening at The Gathering! Get the details here:</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="1" style="text-align:start;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21554110_1080x1350_500.JPG);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21554110_1080x1350_2500.JPG" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21554110_1080x1350_500.JPG" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="2" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Let's celebrate Pastor Frank Villarreal in his new role . Join us October 26 after service for a potluck feast. Come eat, fellowship and get to know our new pastor and his beautiful family! Sign up today for a dish, dessert or beverage. There will also be a card and gift table available for those who want to show appreciation for our new pastor.&nbsp;<br><br><br>&nbsp;**We will also need a few people to help with the set up and clean up.**</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="3" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3200357" target="_blank"  data-label="Potluck Signup" data-color="#eeed3a" data-text-color="@color1" style="background-color:#eeed3a !important;color:@color1 !important;">Potluck Signup</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="4" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="5" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618767_1080x1350_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618767_1080x1350_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618767_1080x1350_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="6" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#234d26"><h2  style='color:#234d26;'>Don't forget to grab a shoebox this Sunday!! Fill it up for a child and bring it back by November 16. There are restrictions on certain items, so grab a brochure to read up on those items. For questions contact Karina Ramirez</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="7" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="8" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901524_1536x1920_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901524_1536x1920_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901524_1536x1920_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="9" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Get plugged into a lifegroup!! There is something for everyone!! Click the buttion to find out more about our lifegroups!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="10" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://mygathering.church/#lifegroups" target="_blank"  data-label="Lifegroups" data-color="#8e44ad" data-text-color="#1abc9c" style="background-color:#8e44ad !important;color:#1abc9c !important;">Lifegroups</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="11" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="12" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#273296"><h2  style='color:#273296;'>Have you "checked out" our new library ?</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="13" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21189608_1080x1350_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="14" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Come check out our Library!! Grab a book or Leave a book! It's open for everyone!! Stop by whenever you're at the church. It's located off of the overflow in the quiet room. If you have any questions see Yolanda Sanchez.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="15" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="16" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901315_1920x1080_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901315_1920x1080_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/20901315_1920x1080_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="17" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">Men, get ready for a weekend full of adventure and good cookin! If you have any questions, see Kellen Lee. Sign up using the QR code and then &nbsp;help us coordinate transportation arrangements, by letting us know that you are coming by clicking the link.</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="18" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe_p8c5C0meySKlfU6BmQ_l5-YLcvzE30SzRv5oJz5ek7ZVkQ/viewform" target="_blank"  data-label="I am going to Man Camp" data-color="@color1" data-text-color="#1d14e6" style="background-color:@color1 !important;color:#1d14e6 !important;">I am going to Man Camp</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="19" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="20" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h2'  data-color="#e74c3c"><h2  style='color:#e74c3c;'>Youth Winter Retreat</h2></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-heading-block " data-type="heading" data-id="21" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class='h3' ><h3 >**Early bird registration extended until Oct. 31!**</h3></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="22" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21554543_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21554543_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21554543_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="23" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">The youth winter retreat will be January 17-19 2026 in Trinity Pines Texas. Open to students in 6th-12th grade. Sign up by October 31 to get the early bird price of $150.*If you are going, please let Frank or Aracely Villarreal know for preparation purposes.*</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-button-block " data-type="button" data-id="24" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><span class="text-reset"><a class="sp-button" href="https://southtexasnyi.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3082772?fbclid=IwdGRjcAMmf5hjbGNrAyZ-ymV4dG4DYWVtAjExAAEeVWUWnSJJCuP64AGpEdjDRjFqAZOtr2Rb0WfB7splApllitRBON056heXrpo_aem_VGrvzBxFn5m2sEV_vX-z7A" target="_blank"  data-label="Winter Retreat Signup" data-color="#4c5758" data-text-color="#e74c3c" style="background-color:#4c5758 !important;color:#e74c3c !important;">Winter Retreat Signup</a></span></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="25" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="26" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618908_1200x630_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618908_1200x630_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21618908_1200x630_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-text-block " data-type="text" data-id="27" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style="">2026 NYC will be in Salt Lake City Utah!!<br>For students graduating in 2026-2030 (8th grade- 12th grade)<br>*Age cut off &nbsp;is 19*<br>Prices have increased, but you can still register! See Pastor Frank or Aracely Villarreal for details!</div></div><div class="sp-block sp-spacer-block " data-type="spacer" data-id="28" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="spacer-holder" data-height="30" style="height:30px;"></div></div></div><div class="sp-block sp-image-block " data-type="image" data-id="29" style="text-align:center;"><div class="sp-block-content"  style=""><div class="sp-image-holder" style="background-image:url(https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21688782_2000x2500_500.jpg);"  data-source="TKRFJ8/assets/images/21688782_2000x2500_2500.jpg" data-fill="true"><img src="https://storage1.snappages.site/TKRFJ8/assets/images/21688782_2000x2500_500.jpg" class="fill" alt="" /><div class="sp-image-title"></div><div class="sp-image-caption"></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></section>]]></content:encoded>
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