Gateway Life | July 2017

JULY 2017

HOW A FUNERAL WAS THE CATALYST FOR ONE FAMILY’S SALVATION STORY. 12

HATS OFF TO ALL OUR VOLUNTEERS. THANK YOU! 8

CAN SATAN HEAR OUR THOUGHTS? 10

GATEWAY SENDS RELIEF TO TORNADO VICTIMS. 14

CONTENTS JULY 2017

COMMENTS

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WELCOME

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PULSE F E AT U R E S

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HATS OFF TO YOU

Gateway volunteers share their stories.

10 ASK A PASTOR

Pastor Jimmy Evans answers whether or not Satan can hear our thoughts.

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BRIDGEPORT WORSHIP

The story of Worship Team Academy’s first band.

FALLING DOMINOES

How a funeral was the catalyst for one family’s salvation story.

OUTREACH

14 TORNADO ALLIES

Gateway sends tornado relief to East Texas.

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THE INTERSECTION

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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PROFILE – JOSH MORRIS

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WELCOME to GATEWAY LIFE GROWING UP IN CENTRAL ILLINOIS, I always loved July because that’s when the corn grew tall. Illinois is so flat that tall corn really changed the terrain. For months, we would drive down long country roads and just see black dirt stretching out all the way to the horizon of the prairie. But in July, our same car would be hemmed in by fields of green corn as high as an elephant’s eye!

One July, my dad drove our family out west to see the national parks. Air conditioning was an option in cars back then, so we rented an air conditioner that ran on ice cubes, so we could cross Arizona’s deserts in comfort.

Then we drove the length of Route 66 from my house all the way to Southern California. Those were good times with my family, and I will always treasure those moments as a gift from God. You see, God is a “good times” God. He understands the importance of family memories, and He creates seasons where we can fill our lives with great experiences and enjoy our families.

I’m excited about this issue of Gateway Life because of the articles about our family here at Gateway— particularly the volunteers who serve and keep Gateway ministries running smoothly (page 8). You’ll also love hearing about a family whose tragedy turned into salvation (page 12) and

how Gateway sent relief to the tornado victims in Van Zandt County (page 14).

As you read the magazine, I want to encourage you to think about your family and friends and all the ways you can spend time with them this summer.

The memories I made with my family on Route 66 when I was a kid will stay with me for a lifetime. May God fill your summer with good times and great memories just like those.

Craig Terndrup Associate Senior Pastor, Gateway Outreach

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OUR MISSION is to help each person at Gateway BELIEVE in Jesus, BELONG to family, BECOME a follower, and BUILD God’s kingdom.

For Gateway’s complete mission statement, visit mission.gatewaypeople.com.

“For the last 10 years we’ve gone to the lake and spent the day on the water.”

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OUR VISION is to see people saved, healed, set free, discipled, equipped, empowered, and serving.

“By dressing as my favorite founding father!”

Baby Dedications at Southlake Campus.

“A year ago, I had a life-threatening

medical situation and needed emergency surgery. Doctors were amazed I survived. I think of all the things this past year I could have missed, and I realize that each word, moment, and interaction with loved ones is a treasure. Only God can take your very worst day and turn it around to make it your best. Only God can take man’s prognosis and make it futile. Only God can turn my scars into something that represents beauty, promise, and faithful love.”

Linda Grado | via Facebook

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Gateway sent supplies including pillows, sheets, diapers, and food to the victims of tornadoes in Van Zandt County. Mercy Chefs, a Gateway

ministry partner, handed out more than 9,000 meals to victims, first responders, and volunteers. • 8,500 prophetic word cards were handed out to Pink Impact attendees. 659 volunteers worked for 100+ hours during the two-day conference. • 13,000 Make Your Mark devotional books were gifted to mothers at all campuses on Mother’s Day weekend. • During April, May, and June, 321 Gateway members participated 1,090 times in the reviveTX outreach at the Dallas Campus. • 5,896 attended the Night of Worship at all campuses in June.

GATEWAYPEOPLE Send us your story, testimony, or feedback on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram, or email us at life@gatewaypeople.com.

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reviveTX team member Riley Brandon shares the Word with two women in Carrollton.

“I moved to Fort Worth five months ago, and I’ve been looking for a home church ever since. Today I looked online and found Gateway. On my way there, I was listening to Kari Jobe’s album, and when I got there, I looked up at the stage, and it was Kari Jobe worshipping to the same song I was listening to on my drive. I cried tears of joy. The Lord knew this was what I needed and where I’m supposed to call home.”

Payton Linn | via Facebook

DAVID SVIONTEK

“I grew up in Ukraine and when I think of the good old days, I think about being there with my family.

We’d go to my grandma’s house and eat. She could cook up a storm out of nothing, and we had a lot of quality time. When I moved here I came by myself, and there are moments when I miss being able to go home and hang out with my mom and dad

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and brothers. But that’s where it’s good that I have a close church family—especially on the worship team.

Being together each week creates a bond, and they’ve been there for me through highs and lows. Recently I’ve been going through a hard time, but they’ve been there to tell me they believe in me and love me. Having that support means a lot to me.”

“My heart is so full tonight!

I have the privilege of serving with Gateway Kids check-in at the North Fort Worth Campus, and these volunteers are absolutely amazing! They show up every week ready to welcome kids and their families, be an encouragement to one another, and let Jesus’ light shine through!”

Sandy Joanis | via Facebook

I was in Manchester, England, after the concert bombing a few weeks ago, and talked to a young woman living there who expressed such gratitude for the financial help Gateway Church had sent to her home country of Japan after the earthquake and tsunami in 2011.

I AM SO PROUD OF THE EXTREME GENEROSITY

of my church to the United States and around the world!

Patti Shore | via Email

MICHELLE STOWE

“Yes, I know my hair is short. Recently, the Lord asked me to lay down anything that was coming in between me and my babies. Trying to do full-blown hair and makeup every day while two screaming children were hanging from my pants and pouring eye makeup remover all over the floor was not bringing out my best character qualities. Anger and rage were part of my morning routine, and they had to go ... along with hair and makeup. As the kids are getting a little older, I am able to add a little back at a time. Obviously, makeup has been added back, but it is still so nice to not have to fix my hair! I understand that some may not like it, and I’ve gotten a lot of crazy comments.

But I might just keep it this way!”

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JILLIAN LYNN

“I never wanted to move to Texas, especially away from my family and the beauty of the Northwest, but it was still one of the easiest decisions I’ve ever made. I knew it was God. I started working at The King’s University in the fall of 2014 in the music & worship studies department. One of my weekly assignments was to oversee worship for the university’s student chapels, and that’s where I met my husband. He’s a musician and he filled in at the last minute for a chapel service.

I knew then that he was special, and I remember thinking, Whoa. From that point on I began praying for him. Not ‘him for me,’ but for him as a man. I did not see him again for months. Our paths did not cross again until I began serving on the worship team at the NRH Campus where we would see each other from time to time on the weekends. Last year we went on our first date to FnG Eats in Keller. Six months later (to the day), we got married—and now we serve together as a couple! Being able to learn and lead together in ministry is truly a gift.”

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HOW HAVE YOU EXPERIENCED FREEDOM IN YOUR LIFE?

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grew up loving Jesus, but I didn't realize I was broken and had believed so many lies. It wasn't until I started going through freedom classes and KAIROS that God's truth was illuminated and He started taking me on a journey to wholeness. I’m grateful God meets us wherever we are—not when we're ‘all fixed up’—because we’re all works in progress!”

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KYLENE LAUTENSACK

“When I was about 5 years old‚ my parents told me I was a burden. I felt like a burden all my life. It was a lie! When I asked the Lord what He says‚ I heard the word ‘worth.’ He told me I was worth all the pain and suffering that He bore on the cross for my freedom and redemption.”

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y father was absent at many “ hen I first started attending “ was so caught up in my tasks and important events throughGateway several years ago, the business of life until I realout my childhood. I believed a lie I didn't realize I needed freedom. I ized how numb my relationship with that I wasn’t worthy of his presence started listening to Gateway Freedom God had become. KAIROS helped in those times or really at all. The sermons and taking classes, and I and delivered me from hecticness truth that God revealed to me was learned about something called back to the Lord—real Father-son that in every case, my dad was work- ‘spiritual abuse.’ I hadn’t known that time. He has reminded me of my ing (as a police officer and security such a thing existed, but learning purpose and painted out my identity. guard). He was actually doing it all about it saved my life. That experience I know who I am again.” from a place of love by providing for was like beginning the process of RICHARD ANDERSONS me. God literally allowed me to feel unclogging a terribly backed-up drain. the love that my father had for me.” It’s been a crazy process, and it’s still ongoing, but I’ll never be the same.”

MICHELLE DIAZ

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TIRZAH TYLER

Night of Worship at the Dallas Campus.

IN RESPONSE TO PINK IMPACT

“My favorite part about Pink Impact was listening to the room. I was ministered to so deeply by the rich, raw, reverberating sound of more than 8,000 women singing together and declaring victory over ourselves and one another in faith. Unity is such a fierce weapon.”

“Every speaker spoke directly to my heart with the season that I am currently going through!”

Lauren Dunn | via Instagram

Jessica Haas | via Instagram

Kelley Jean | via Facebook

“WHAT AN EPIC WORSHIP EXPERIENCE WE HAD!”

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Gateway volunteers share their stories.

by KATIE SMITH

BECAUSE OF GATEWAY’S AMAZING VOLUNTEERS, thousands of people feel welcomed each week at every campus, and visitors and members truly feel valued. Your service, smiles, warm handshakes, phone calls, early morning preparation, and late-night cleanup keep Gateway’s ministry running smoothly. Thank you for all you do! Here are a few stories of those who faithfully serve at Gateway.

Alexandra & Jose Luis Campo SERVE IN SPANISH MINISTRY AT THE NORTH FORT WORTH CAMPUS

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“I started serving in 2009 at the Southlake Campus handing out interpretation headsets. Later, my husband, Jose, joined me and we moved to the North Fort Worth Campus. We’re working with pastors there to do even more for the Spanish-speaking community, and we now have Spanish interpretation at every service, and Jose teaches Catch the Vision in Spanish there. Also, for the last two years, we’ve overseen the Spanish ministry, and since then our team has grown to about 32 people!

The Spanish-speaking community is so thirsty for the Lord, so we are here to help.”

Angie Culp

SERVES IN GATEWAY PERFORMING ARTS

Jim & Sandy Price SERVE AT THE FRISCO CAMPUS

“In 2014, I began serving with Gateway Performing Arts. “My wife and I live 45 minutes away from the Frisco Campus, I started helping with makeup, but now I serve more on but we serve there because it’s home and we have a history the administrative side and I help any place I see a need! with its people. That’s who I’m there to serve. I’m the senior During shows, I help with anything from ticketing and props deacon, and my favorite part about serving is interacting to bringing the actors water and helping seat guests. It’s with people. I love having an opportunity to be the hands and never boring! And I love to see all that goes into putting a feet of God, helping people feel welcome and appreciated. production together. I especially enjoy standing backstage I’m also surrounded by some of the most spiritually strong during a show and listening to stage crew and TA talk back and gifted people that I could ever hope to be associated and forth on their radios. With my work schedule, serving with. As much as I try to give and serve others, I receive so weekly would be difficult, but with Gateway Performing much more in return.”

Arts, I can still develop strong relationships, serve in my giftings and passion, and be a part of something that affects thousands of people’s lives.”

Lila Harper

Joe Escobar

SERVES AT THE GRAND PRAIRIE CAMPUS

“When I first came to Gateway, I began helping as an usher.

Later, I started serving with the Heartline ministry making phone calls to first-time attendees. Sometimes people really open up to me and pour out their hearts, and it’s been such a blessing to minister to them. The Lord has gifted me with the ability to approach anybody and have a conversation. My wife says I can talk to a rock! I recently became a deacon and started serving on the parking lot team as well, and it’s been a blast to engage people right as they get here and make them feel welcome. Maybe when I retire, I’ll be able to help out even more!”

SERVES IN GATEWAY KIDS AND TECH ARTS AT THE NRH CAMPUS

“A couple years ago, my friend’s mom had a baby. I got to hold him, and he was really cute, so I started asking my mom if there was anything at church where I could help with babies. I started helping in the two- and three-yearold rooms, and I was nervous at first, but it was really fun.

The best is when a kid gets to know you, then the next time they come, they’ll run to you! I also volunteer with TA as a camera operator during Gateway Students. I’m one of the youngest volunteers, but it’s fun to serve in the older kids’ services. Serving helps me feel like I have two families: my real family and my church family.” GL

You can serve too! People who volunteer at Gateway are just like you and me, and the opportunities are limitless!

For a list of ways you can serve, visit serve.gatewaypeople.com.

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ASK A PASTOR GATEWAY PASTORS ANSWER YOUR DIFFICULT QUESTIONS

Can the devil hear our thoughts?

by JIMMY EVANS, LEAD APOSTOLIC SENIOR PASTOR

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The most important thing we can do to protect our minds from the devil’s attacks is to know the Word of God and to make it the primary means by which we measure truth and what we allow to stay in our thoughts. A mind filled with God’s Word is devil-proof and destined for freedom and victory.

OD IS OMNISCIENT and knows everything we are thinking. For example, Matthew 9:4 says, “But Jesus, knowing their thoughts, said, ‘Why do you think evil in your hearts?’” God knows every single thought we’ve ever had.

However, the devil is not omniscient. There is no reference in the Bible to the devil having the ability to read our minds or hear our thoughts. But since the Garden of Eden, he has attempted to penetrate our minds with his evil thoughts. The first words of the devil to mankind were, “Has God indeed said ...” (Genesis 3:1).

I will leave you with these important words Even though the devil can’t read our minds, he is an expert in human from the Apostle Paul in 2 Corinthians 10:3–6: behavior. For the past 6,000 years he has been deceiving people and he “For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war knows our vulnerabilities. It is for this reason the Apostle Peter warns according to the flesh. For the weapons of our us to: “Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pullabout like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour” (1 Peter 5:8). ing down strongholds, casting down arguments We should never live in fear of the devil, but we must recognize and every high thing that exalts itself against the he is evil and desires to defeat us. And his primary means of doing knowledge of God, bringing every thought into this is to attack our minds. Just as he attempted to defeat Jesus in captivity to the obedience of Christ, and being the wilderness with lies and half-truths, he does the same to us. And ready to punish all disobedience when your just as Jesus defeated the devil by declaring the Word of God to him, obedience is fulfilled.” GL we must learn to do the same. The devil can’t read our minds but he can certainly attack them. His attacks are always the same. He always Have a difficult question? Email askapastor@gatewaypeople.com, seeks to lead us away from the truth of God’s Word and into deception. and look for your answer in a future issue of Gateway Life.

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The devil can’t read our minds but he can certainly attack them.

SONG STORY

B R I D G E P O RT WORSHIP THE STORY OF WORSHIP TEAM ACADEMY’S FIRST BAND.

by Daniel Hopkins

KYLE WILT HEARD THE PRISON GATE CLINK SHUT BEHIND HIM, but he wasn’t afraid. He and four friends, David Cole, Herman Theodorus, Terry Willhoite, and Karl Binger were there on a mission—to lead worship for the inmates at the Bridgeport Women’s Facility in Bridgeport, Texas. Playing together in a worship band wasn’t something they could’ve predicted only a short time before when they entered Gateway’s Worship Team Academy (WTA). After all, playing the drums was more of a hobby before Kyle started taking lessons at WTA. “I wanted to learn how to play in a worship setting,” he says, “which is less performance-based and more improvisational.”

WTA’s program is designed not only to teach people the fundamentals of how to play a variety of instruments (drums, guitar, bass, keyboard, and vocals) but also to train them to be passionate worshippers. The program is comprised of 12-week semesters geared toward musicians of all skill levels from beginner to advanced. “All the guys in the band started at different levels, but we graduated at the same time,” he says. “We were at dinner after graduation and I heard the Lord tell me, ‘This is your band.’”

For many people who go through the WTA program, starting a band isn’t exactly on their radar. Many are hoping for an opportunity to lead worship on a Gateway platform. And while the program is helping to develop future Gateway worship leaders, it’s greater purpose is to impact the kingdom of God. “The program is really teaching you how to live a lifestyle of worship and take it outside of Gateway,” says Kyle.

So, armed with the knowledge they’d learned in their semesters at WTA, the group of guys began to ask the question, What now? That’s when opportunity opened a heavy steel door. “I asked the guys, ‘What do you think about playing in a prison with me?’” says Kyle. After some initial apprehension, the group agreed and started the process of preparing for the gig, rehearsing at David’s house, and playing many of the songs they learned at WTA. The worship service at the prison went better than Kyle and the band expected. “Twenty of the 80 women who attended got saved,” he says. “I didn’t really tell anybody about this project. It wasn’t until later that I realized what we did was kind of a big deal.”

This is what the program is all about—equipping people to lead worship in a number of venues, from their homes to the mission field, local churches, prisons, and beyond. And for Kyle and the band (called Bridgeport Worship), this is only the beginning of a new ministry opportunity. The band is in talks to lead worship at some Teen Challenge events and even plan to lead worship in churches who aren’t able to put together a full worship team of their own.

“It’s turned into something I didn’t expect,” says Kyle. “I wouldn’t be doing what I’m doing now if it wasn’t for WTA. My life has changed paths from what I thought worship was, and for that I’m grateful.” GL To learn more about Worship Team Academy, visit wta.gatewaypeople.com.

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How a funeral was the catalyst for one family’s salvation story.

by Katie Smith

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WENTY-FIVE YEARS AGO, SUE PIERCE HAD A VISION. Her husband, Tim, and his family were not living for Christ, and she felt extremely alone in her prayers for them. But the Lord showed her that someday Tim’s family would “fall like dominoes before His throne, from the oldest to the youngest.”

It felt like a far-off dream, especially when the victories seemed few and far between. When Tim made Jesus the Lord of his life six years ago, Sue celebrated the long-awaited transformation in his life, and now united stronger than ever, she and Tim waited and prayed for more dominoes. Then, two

years ago, they finally started seeing Sue’s vision fulfilled in a more dramatic way. Yet the catalyst for such change was the most unlikely thing imaginable: a funeral.

Right before Easter weekend, Tim’s sister-in-law’s mother passed away, and the funeral service was held at the NRH Campus. The extended family was invited, including Tim’s oldest brother, JR, who, after a hurtful experience at a church when he was younger, never wanted to attend another one. As JR opened the doors to the NRH Campus, he stopped mid-step with a gasp, but he continued into the building for the funeral. The whole family was amazed by the attention and care from every Gateway person they encountered, and after the service, JR told his wife, Jill, that he needed to come back. “I didn’t recognize it then, but when I opened those doors for the first time, the Holy Spirit’s presence hit me. The Lord got my attention,” says JR. “I knew I was where I was supposed to be.”

A week later, Tim and Sue invited the family to Easter services at Gateway. Every year the family made excuses why they couldn’t go, but this year was different. While some of the family was still hesitant, JR’s excitement and interest as well as Tim’s recent transformation seemed to change their minds. Twenty-two family members attended with Tim and Sue, and during the altar call, JR knew why he came back to church. “I was hanging on Pastor Robert’s every word, and when he invited people to accept the Lord and come to the front, I had this overwhelming feeling I was supposed to do that,” says JR. “I couldn’t wait to get up there!” Two of his grandkids followed him to the altar to accept Christ as well. And a round of dominoes fell.

JR’s son-in-law, Jason, and his wife, Jennifer, came to Gateway on that Easter Sunday as well, and it was the first time Jason ever wanted to go back to a church a second time.

“For years, I just had so many unanswered questions. Before, I would go to church with my wife, Jennifer, and the whole time I was wondering when we were going to leave,” Jason says. “But at Gateway, I felt comfortable and not judged.”

Two weeks later, Jason raised his hand in a Gateway service to receive the Lord. Jennifer, who had been praying for and dreaming of this day for almost 20 years, was thrilled to finally see it happen. “Gateway was the open door to the Lord reaching my husband and my family,” Jennifer says.

“What I’ve seen happen in their lives is truly amazing.”

Soon after Easter, JR got baptized. His family began to see change in him, and it rippled out from there. Every

week after that, the Pierce family continued to fill a section at the NRH Campus, and by the time summer rolled around, several more Pierces gave their lives to Christ and got baptized, including Jason, who had the opportunity to baptize his two children as well. “For a while it felt like every baptism event Gateway had, somebody in our family was getting in the pool!” Sue says.

“WHAT I’VE SEEN HAPPEN IN THEIR LIVES IS TRULY AMAZING.” Now, every weekend, you’ll see at least a few Pierces sitting together during the service at Gateway NRH or serving with big smiles. JR welcomes people to the campus on a golf cart in addition to helping Jason and Jennifer prepare communion once a month. “From the moment I stepped into Gateway, I felt at ease,” says JR. “It’s like going to a family member’s house. Everyone at Gateway is family. I love to try to meet someone new each time I serve because no one is a stranger.”

Sue and Tim, now a deacon, serve with their two sons as often as possible and love spending time with his family and watching them fall like dominoes before the Lord, knowing more are on their way. “There were days when I almost gave up,” Sue says. “But God answered my prayers.

He moved mountains for my family. And to anyone else who is waiting for breakthrough, be encouraged: God keeps His promises.” GL

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Outreach

TORNADO ALLIES GATEWAY SENDS TORNADO RELIEF TO EAST TEXAS

by DANIEL HOPKINS

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ATT PAYNE POINTS TO A FEW NAMES he’s written on a white board

as he begins telling their stories. “Jeanette—her house was completely destroyed,” he says. “When we arrived, she was searching for her wedding dress and her husband’s ashes, so we helped her find those things.” Matt is the director of Minuteman Disaster Response, a nonprofit organization Gateway has teamed with that brought relief after tornadoes hit Joplin, Missouri, in 2011; Moore, Oklahoma, in 2013; and neighboring Van Zandt County last May. “Al and Andrea are hay farmers,” he continues. “Their house didn’t get hit but their barn did, and the tornado scattered the debris all over his hay field, so our team went arm-in-arm across the pasture picking up every piece of debris we could find.”

Matt shares more stories with a small team from Gateway at the Minuteman mobile headquarters, located in the Van Zandt County Fairgrounds. We’re standing inside a converted shipping container that functions as a high-tech office, supply storage unit, and sleeping quarters for up to 12 people. A few feet away, there is a portable restroom unit with 6 climate-controlled stalls, each with its own shower. This self-sustaining base can be set up and fully operational within 24 hours of a natural disaster.

Outside, there are multiple Minuteman vehicles—one of which is a storm-chasing unit—and volunteers preparing to go search for more people who need help. So far, Matt has a list of 80 trained volunteers to call when a storm hits. Not far down the road, towers of dark smoke are visible in every direction. Property owners throw uprooted trees and broken limbs into piles to be burned. Some of the homes have been leveled completely. Thankfully, for one older couple, their house still stands but their farm is in shambles.

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Broken tree limbs and debris cover the land that Dennis Rowan’s family has owned for more than 100 years. “How the house is still here, I do not know,” says Dennis, through his thick, gray beard and strong East Texas dialect. “We’re so grateful for [Minuteman’s] help clearing our property. I don’t know how we’d do it without them.” Many people in Van Zandt County can say the same thing, which is why Gateway has sent volunteers to Minuteman.

The Rowans’ land is the last stop for the Minuteman crew, who are planning to pack up their basecamp and leave town later in the day (10 days after the tornadoes hit). As the community is moving into a rebuilding phase, Minuteman will ready its first responders for the next call. The tornadoes have already left the news cycle, but the damage left behind will take months for many people to repair.

“We know we can’t meet everyone’s needs, but we can meet a lot of needs,” says Matt. “We’ve been able to make a big dent in the mess. For many of these people, it would take weeks to clean up their properties, but to be able to take out a team and some heavy equipment to help them makes a big difference.” GL For more information on becoming a trained disaster relief volunteer, contact crisisrelief@gatewaypeople.com.

7 TORNADOES 500 TEDDY BEARS

PASSED OUT TO STUDENTS AT HALLIE RANDALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN FRUITVALE.

50 MILES

LENGTH OF THE TORNADOES’ PATHS.

5,100 HOMES

AFFECTED BY THE TORNADOES.

8 GATEWAY MEMBERS VOLUNTEERED WITH MINUTEMAN IN VAN ZANDT COUNTY.

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THE INTERSECTION FAITH + POP CULTURE

On Tour

by KENDRA HUNT

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FEW YEARS AGO, we had family come visit from out of town, and

they asked us to take them on a tour of AT&T Stadium (where the Dallas Cowboys play). I didn’t even know that was a “thing.”

We have lived in the Dallas-Fort Worth area for more than 17 years and have never ventured 30 minutes away to tour the stadium.

But we loved it! It was a few hours of family fun and playing on the Cowboys’ actual field.

Thinking back on our day, I realized something. Have you ever noticed that we become accustomed to our surroundings? We get up, get the kids to school, go to the gym, go to work, run errands, go to church, grocery shop, and repeat. We can become robotic in our daily lives, and we generally stick to our normal activities. And then it happens—company comes to visit, and we realize we need to look outside of our norm to find fun things to do in our area. We use Google to find events and recreational places, and sometimes we revisit places as simple as the park across the street. We discover wonderful experiences that have always been available to us—we just never took the time to explore them!

Did you know the same thing happens when we read the Word? A few months ago, I got a power-packed daily audio devotional called Becoming, which was created by Cari Trotter, a member of the Gateway

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Dallas Campus. This devotional has become part of my morning routine. As I worked my way through the series of seven-minute teachings, I thought back to our tour of the stadium and how a devotional is like a tour, taking us out of our daily routine and giving us new insights into Scripture. It takes us to passages in the Bible we may have glazed over, in the same way our family has driven past that stadium many times without realizing the fun we could have there. I have read through the Bible many times and even taken college courses on the Old and New Testaments.

After all the reading and learning I’ve done, this short morning devotional still took me to places in Scripture I hadn’t truly explored.

Devotionals are powerful tools that help us meditate on God’s Word. Whether you are reading one of Gateway’s amazing devotionals or a devotional app on your phone, the benefits of having a devotional as part of your routine is like taking a life-giving tour every day! It’s an opportunity to get out, look around, and take it all in! There is so much to see! GL

“But his delight is in the law of the Lord, and in His law he meditates day and night. He shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that brings forth its fruit in its season, whose leaf also shall not wither.

And whatever he does shall prosper.”

Psalm 1:2–3

Read Gateway devotionals at gatewaydevotions.com.

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Saturdays, Jun 24–Jul 22 | After 5:45 pm Service | Courtyard Join us for our 5:45 pm service and then stay for an evening of family fun immediately following the service! This is a great time of fellowship with our Gateway Dallas family! Contact: Tracey Newcomer, 469.801.7206, dallas@gatewaypeople.com

CATCH THE VISION (MEMBERSHIP CLASS)

Wednesday, Jul 12 | 7:00–9:00 pm | Classroom 2A This class connects you to Gateway Church and explains our purpose, values, and history and gives you an opportunity to become a member. Register at ctv.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Lamar Slay, 469.801.7212, ctvdal@gatewaypeople.com

YOUNG ADULTS NIGHT

Tuesday, Jul 11 | 7:00 pm | Auditorium Join us every second Tuesday of the month for worship, a dynamic message, and time to hang out following the service.

We can’t wait to see you there!

Contact: Jade Washington, 469.801.7220, youngadultsdal@gatewaypeople.com

CONCIERGE TEAM MEMBERS

Sundays

This team meets our first-time guests, gives them a quick tour, and then shows them to reserved seating in the Auditorium. If you enjoy meeting new people, this team is for you! For more information, visit serve.gatewaypeople.com. Contact: Lamar Slay, 469.801.7212, servedal@gatewaypeople.com

GATEWAY STUDENTS

Wednesdays | 7:00 pm | Auditorium We invite every 7th- through 12th-grade student who wants to experience God, connect with amazing people, and have an incredible time! See you soon!

Contact: Matt Washington, 469.801.7230, studentsdal@gatewaypeople.com

PRAY FIRST

Thursdays | 7:00–8:00 am | Prayer Suite Join us as we gather to worship and pray! Come ready to connect with God and pray for our church and nation. Contact: Tracey Newcomer, 469.801.7206, praydal@gatewaypeople.com

GATEWAY GROUPS

LEAD A GROUP: THE SKY’S THE LIMIT!

Leading a group doesn’t have to be intimidating or overwhelming!

We will give you all the training, resources, and support you need.

Visit groups.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Dana Vestal, 469.801.7221, groupsdal@gatewaypeople.com

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YOUNG ADULTS WEEKEND

Friday–Sunday, Sep 22–24 | Sky Ranch in Van, Texas

Join hundreds of other young adults for three days away! We’ll hear from incredible speakers: Tim Ross, Todd White, Elaine Fisher, and Ben Pirtle. Register by August 25 at gatewayyoungadultsweekend.com.

Contact: Jenae Tankersley, 817.552.3604, youngadults@gatewaypeople.com

GATEWAY KIDS | VOLUNTEER POSITIONS AVAILABLE

We’re looking for team members who would like to help us shape the next generation! Volunteer positions (for age groups birth–elementary) are open at all campuses. Contact: Donna Hunt, 469.801.7321, kidsdal@gatewaypeople.com

PARKING LOT ATTENDANTS

We are looking for people who love to be outside and want to help us welcome people to the Dallas Campus! For more information, visit serve.gatewaypeople.com. Contact: Lamar Slay, 469.801.7212, servedal@gatewaypeople.com

WEEKEND GUEST EXPERIENCE

Are you looking for a way to get involved at Gateway? We’d love for you to be a part of our usher, greeter, and Gateway Central teams. For more information, visit serve.gatewaypeople.com. Contact: Lamar Slay, 469.801.7212, servedal@gatewaypeople.com

GATEWAY EQUIP GATEWAY FALL EQUIP

Saturdays, Sep 9–Oct 28 | 4:00 pm Sundays, Sep 10–Oct 29 | 9:00 am

Join us for a variety of classes in freedom, stewardship, marriage & family, spiritual life, and more! Registration opens soon.

Contact: Brigette Ferrier, 469.801.7207, equipdal@gatewaypeople.com

CHURCHWIDE WATER BAPTISMS

Jul 29–30 | Weekend Services

We want to celebrate your decision to be baptized! Register at baptism.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Lamar Slay, 469.801.7212, baptismdal@gatewaypeople.com

SUMMER PINK NIGHT | I’LL BE THERE FOR YOU

Thursday, Aug 3 | 7:00 pm | Auditorium

WEEKLY EVENTS

With great worship, various practical teachings, and a fun-filled After Party, you won’t want to miss this Pink Night! Register at women.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Dana Vestal, 469.801.7221, womendal@gatewaypeople.com

WEDNESDAYS »» Gateway Students (7th–12th Graders) 7:00 pm | Auditorium THURSDAYS »» Pray First | 7:00–8:00 am | Prayer Suite

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GATEWAY GROUPS

If you’re looking for a way to get connected and make new friends at the Frisco Campus, join a Gateway Group. Find your group at groups.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Kelly Hamilton, 817.552.7301, groupsfrs@gatewaypeople.com

CHURCHWIDE WATER BAPTISMS

Jul 29–30 | Weekend Services We want to celebrate your decision to be baptized!

Register at baptism.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Vernita Lovett, 817.552.7517, baptismfrs@gatewaypeople.com

HEALING MINISTRY

Tuesdays | 6:30 pm | The Mix If you need physical healing, we would love to pray with you. Contact: Mikayla Blease, 817.552.3752, freedomfrs@gatewaypeople.com

KIDS KAIROS

Tuesday, Jul 11 | 9:00 am–4:00 pm | Auditorium Kids KAIROS is an opportunity to allow God to show kids who He says they are and what He has planned for them! One parent needs to have attended KAIROS before registering their child (ages 8–12).

Register at freedom.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Mikayla Blease, 817.552.3752, freedomfrs@gatewaypeople.com

WATER BAPTISM VOLUNTEERS

Jul 29–30 | Weekend Services

We are looking for volunteers who want to be a part of making a difference in the lives of others. As people make a public declaration of their faith by getting water baptized, we want to serve them and make it a great experience. Contact: Vernita Lovett, 817.552.7517, baptismfrs@gatewaypeople.com

LEAD A GROUP: THE SKY’S THE LIMIT!

Leading a group doesn’t have to be intimidating or overwhelming!

We will give you all the training, resources, and support you need.

Visit groups.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Kelly Hamilton, 817.552.7301, groupsfrs@gatewaypeople.com

WOMEN’S MENTORING

Do you want to discover more about yourself, your potential, and your capabilities?

Consider becoming a mentor or mentee! Contact: Kelly Hamilton, 817.552.7301, womenfrs@gatewaypeople.com

OUTREACH OPPORTUNITY | VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Saturday, Jul 29 | 7:45 am–12:00 pm Frontier Park in Prosper

Join us as we partner with Cornerstone NCT (Network of Central Texas) for their Backto-School Bash! Volunteers are needed to host a carnival and cookout for 250 children and their families. Each child will receive a backpack full of supplies, new shoes, and spirit wear. Register at outreach.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Jeremy Meister, 817.552.7501, outreachfrs@gatewaypeople.com

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YOUNG ADULTS WEEKEND

Friday–Sunday, Sep 22–24 | Sky Ranch in Van, Texas

Join hundreds of other young adults for three days away! We’ll hear from incredible speakers: Tim Ross, Todd White, Elaine Fisher, and Ben Pirtle. Register by August 25 at gatewayyoungadultsweekend.com.

Contact: Jenae Tankersley, 817.552.3604, youngadults@gatewaypeople.com

GATEWAY KIDS | VOLUNTEER POSITIONS AVAILABLE

WORSHIP TEAM ACADEMY Aug–Nov

FRS

We are so excited for another semester of the Worship Team Academy at Gateway Frisco! We are offering group piano, guitar, and vocal lessons. For more information, attend the Worship Information Meeting on July 11 or visit wta. gatewaypeople.com. Contact: Amber Rhoads, 817.552.6070, worshipfrs@gatewaypeople.com

We’re looking for team members who would like to help us shape the next generation! Volunteer positions (for age groups birth–elementary) are open at all campuses. Contact: Janet Braselton, 817.552.6062, kidsfrs@gatewaypeople.com

GUEST EXPERIENCE VOLUNTEERS

Are you looking for a way to get involved at Gateway? We’d love for you to be a part of our usher, greeter, parking lot, and Gateway Central teams. For more information, visit serve.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Jeremy Meister, 817.552.7501, servefrs@gatewaypeople.com

GATEWAY EQUIP Weekends, Beginning Jul 8 | Auditorium This summer, join us for 15-minute Equip classes after Saturday’s 5:45 pm service and Sunday’s 12:30 pm service led by our pastoral staff who will build you up and encourage you in your walk with Christ, in your marriage, and in your family life.

Contact: Connie Brown, 817.552.5868, equipfrs@gatewaypeople.com

WOMEN’S SUMMER EQUIP

SUMMER PINK NIGHT | I’LL BE THERE FOR YOU

Thursday, Aug 3 | 7:00 pm | Auditorium

With great worship, various practical teachings, and a fun-filled After Party, you won’t want to miss this Pink Night! Register at women.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Kelly Hamilton, 817.552.7301, womenfrs@gatewaypeople.com

WEEKLY EVENTS TUESDAYS »» Healing Ministry | 6:30 pm

Wednesdays, Through Jul 26 | 10:00–11:45 am Auditorium Ladies, join us this summer for a time to worship, hear the Word, and connect with other women. Children’s ministry is available.Contact: Kelly Hamilton, 817.552.7301, womenfrs@gatewaypeople.com

FREEDOM BASICS CLASSES

Saturdays, Jul 29–Aug 19 | 5:45 pm | Classroom B These four exciting classes contain the essential principles of freedom and lay the groundwork for you to hear who God made you to be. Register at freedom.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Mikayla Blease, 817.552.3752, freedomfrs@gatewaypeople.com

WEDNESDAYS »» Gateway Students (7th–12th Graders) 7:00 pm | Auditorium FRIDAYS »» Men’s Prayer | 6:00 am | Lobby SATURDAYS »» Equip | After 5:45 pm Service | Auditorium SUNDAYS »» Equip | After 12:30 pm Service | Auditorium

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GATEWAY STUDENTS FIRST LOOK

First Wednesday of the Month | 6:30 pm | Auditorium If you’re interested in serving with Gateway Students, come visit a service, meet our staff, and hear our heart and vision for the next generation. Registration is not required.

Contact: Abby Fernandez, 972.314.9107, studentsgrp@gatewaypeople.com

MEN’S SUMMER SOFTBALL

Thursdays Through Aug 24 | Mike Lewis Park Come cheer on the Gateway Grand Prairie Campus softball team this summer! Contact: Josh Briscoe, 972.314.9088, mengrp@gatewaypeople.com

CATCH THE VISION (MEMBERSHIP CLASS)

Saturday, Aug 5 | 4:00 pm | Classroom 2A

This class connects you to Gateway Church and explains our purpose, values, and history and gives you an opportunity to become a

YOUNG ADULTS NIGHT

Tuesday, Jul 11 | 7:00 pm | Auditorium Join us every second Tuesday of the month for worship, a dynamic message, and time to hang out following the service.

We can’t wait to see you there!

Contact: Bri Kramer, 972.314.9098, youngadultsgrp@gatewaypeople.com

CONGREGATIONAL WORSHIP TEAM

Saturdays at 3:40 pm & Sundays at 10:35 am Classroom 2A Looking for a way to get more involved in prayer and worship during our weekend services? Join us as we come together to worship and pray for the services. (Musical ability not required!)

Contact: Jacqueline Marciante, 972.314.9000, prayergrp@gatewaypeople.com

MARRIAGE CHALLENGE

Sundays | 9:30–10:30 am | Administrative Offices (2410 N Carrier Pkwy) (Canceled on Holiday Weekends) Marriage Challenge is for couples who are in crisis or experiencing a difficult season.

Come meet with a couple from our team who is trained and passionate about supporting those in hurting marriages. We offer prayer, direction, and tools for resolution. Registration is not required. Contact: Jacqueline Marciante, 972.314.9000,

GATEWAY GROUPS

LEAD A GROUP: THE SKY’S THE LIMIT!

Leading a group doesn’t have to be intimidating or overwhelming!

We will give you all the training, resources, and support you need.

Visit groups.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: James Gadberry, 972.314.9087, groupsgrp@gatewaypeople.com

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YOUNG ADULTS WEEKEND

Friday–Sunday, Sep 22–24 | Sky Ranch in Van, Texas

Join hundreds of other young adults for three days away! We’ll hear from incredible speakers: Tim Ross, Todd White, Elaine Fisher, and Ben Pirtle. Register by August 25 at gatewayyoungadultsweekend.com.

Contact: Jenae Tankersley, 817.552.3604, youngadults@gatewaypeople.com

GATEWAY KIDS VOLUNTEERS Help us shape the next generation for the future God has planned for them. We have volunteer positions available for all ages. Contact: Neesy Brooks, 972.314.9101, kidsjobsgrp@gatewaypeople.com

GATEWAY EQUIP EQUIP

Sundays, Jul 23–Aug 13 | 9:00 am, 10:45 am & 12:30 Equip is in session for the summer! We will have Freedom Basics, stewardship, prayer, and marriage & family classes.

Register at equip.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Angela Wescott, 972.314.9106, equipgrp@gatewaypeople.com

FREEDOM BASICS: SPANISH

Sundays, Jul 23–Aug 13 | 12:30 pm | Classroom 2C

WEEKEND GUEST EXPERIENCE

CHURCHWIDE WATER BAPTISMS

Jul 29–30 | Weekend Services

Are you looking for a way to get involved at Gateway? We’d love for you to be a part of our usher, greeter, parking lot, and Gateway Central teams. For more information, visit serve.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Joel Maldonado, 972.314.9108, servegrp@gatewaypeople.com

These four classes set the stage for you to begin your journey toward true freedom in Christ and establish the basis for hearing what God created for you.

Register at freedom.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Jackie Alexander, 972.314.9076, freedomgrp@gatewaypeople.com

We want to celebrate your decision to be baptized! Register at baptism.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Angela Wescott, 972.314.9106, baptismgrp@gatewaypeople.com

MEN’S SUMMER NIGHT: STAR WARS

Thursday, Jul 27 | Check-In 6:00 pm Service 7:00 pm GRP

Men, join us for a night of worship and food and a word from the Southlake Campus Men’s Pastor, Philip Hunter. This event is free, but registration is required to receive a meal ticket. Register at men.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Bri Kramer, 972.314.9098, mengrp@gatewaypeople.com

WEEKLY EVENTS WEDNESDAYS »» Gateway Students (7th–12th Graders) 7:00 pm | Auditorium SUNDAYS »» Marriage Challenge | 9:30 am Ministry Center, 2410 N Carrier Pkwy (Canceled on Holiday Weekends)

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SUMMER PINK NIGHT | I’LL BE THERE FOR YOU

Thursday, Aug 3 | 7:00 pm | Auditorium

With great worship, various practical teachings, and a fun-filled After Party, you won’t want to miss this Pink Night! Register at women.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Bri Kramer, 972.314.9098, womengrp@gatewaypeople.com

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GATEWAYNFW COMMUNION VOLUNTEERS

Jul 22–23 | Weekend Services We’re looking for communion volunteers! If you’d like to serve, visit Gateway Central for instructions 30 minutes before the service you attend. Attire is business casual. Contact: Josh Lebel, 817.552.7567, communionnfw@gatewaypeople.com

CATCH THE VISION (MEMBERSHIP CLASS)

Saturday, Aug 5 | 4:00 pm | Compass A

This class connects you to Gateway Church and explains our purpose, values, and history and gives you an opportunity to become a member. Register at ctv.gatewaypeople.com. Contact: Josh Lebel, 817.552.7581, ctvnfw@gatewaypeople.com

YOUNG ADULTS NIGHT

GATEWAY GROUPS

Tuesday, Jul 11 | 7:00 pm | Auditorium Join us every second Tuesday of the month for worship, a dynamic message, and time to hang out following the service.

We can’t wait to see you there!

Contact: Kaitlen Bottone, 817.552.3792, youngadultsnfw@gatewaypeople.com

MARRIAGE CHALLENGE

Sundays | 9:30–10:30 am North Fort Worth Campus Offices Marriage Challenge is for couples who are in crisis or experiencing a difficult season. Come meet with a couple from our team who is trained and passionate about supporting those in hurting marriages. We offer prayer, direction, and tools for resolution. Registration is not required. Contact: Denise Edwards, 817.552.5801, marriagenfw@gatewaypeople.com

MEN’S BRIGADE SERVICE DAY

Saturday, Jul 8 | 7:30 am | North Fort Worth Campus Men’s Brigade serves widows and single mothers by doing odd jobs around their homes on the second Saturday of every month. Come help us spread the gospel with a hammer and nails! Contact: Kaitlen Bottone, 817.552.3792, mennfw@gatewaypeople.com

LEAD A GROUP: THE SKY’S THE LIMIT!

Leading a group doesn’t have to be intimidating or overwhelming!

We will give you all the training, resources, and support you need.

Visit groups.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Byna Terndrup, 682.223.6072, groupsnfw@gatewaypeople.com

WOMEN’S MENTORING

Do you want to discover more about yourself, your potential, and your capabilities?

Consider becoming a mentor or mentee!

Contact: Samantha Golden, 817.552.3644, womennfw@gatewaypeople.com

GATEWAY WOMEN GROUP LEADERS

If you like bringing women together and helping them grow, consider leading a Gateway Group! We will give you all the training, resources, and support you need to succeed. For more information, visit groups.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact Samantha Golden, 817.552.3644, womennfw@gatewaypeople.com

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YOUNG ADULTS WEEKEND

Friday–Sunday, Sep 22–24 | Sky Ranch in Van, Texas

Join hundreds of other young adults for three days away! We’ll hear from incredible speakers: Tim Ross, Todd White, Elaine Fisher, and Ben Pirtle. Register by August 25 at gatewayyoungadultsweekend.com.

Contact: Jenae Tankersley, 817.552.3604, youngadults@gatewaypeople.com

GATEWAY KIDS | VOLUNTEER POSITIONS AVAILABLE

We’re looking for team members who would like to help us shape the next generation! Volunteer positions (for age groups birth–elementary) are open at all campuses. Contact: Sandy Joanis, 817.552.7581, kidsnfw@gatewaypeople.com

HEALING MINISTRY | SUMMER BREAK

Our Healing Ministry is taking a break for the summer. If you need prayer for physical healing during this time, feel free to attend one of our weekend services and receive prayer at the altar. Contact: Kelly Jones, 817.328.2034, freedomnfw@gatewaypeople.com

WEEKEND GUEST EXPERIENCE

CHURCHWIDE WATER BAPTISMS

Are you looking for a way to get involved at Gateway? We’d love for you to be a part of our parking lot, usher, greeter, and Gateway Central teams. For more information, visit serve.gatewaypeople.com. Contact: Josh Lebel, 817.552.7567, servenfw@gatewaypeople.com

GATEWAY EQUIP GRIEFSHARE

Saturdays, Aug 19–Oct 7 | 3:30–5:00 pm | Suite 176

If you’re experiencing heartache from the death of a loved one or friend, you don’t have to go through it alone. This class is dedicated to helping people through the grieving process. Cost: $25 for materials. Register at care.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Debbie Rhodes, 817.552.7325, carenfw@gatewaypeople.com

Jul 29–30 | Weekend Services We want to celebrate your decision to surrender your life to the Lord through water baptism! Register at baptism.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Josh Lebel, 817.552.7567, baptismnfw@gatewaypeople.com

WEEKLY EVENTS WEDNESDAYS »» High Noon Prayer | 12:00 pm | The Gathering »» Gateway Students (7th–12th Graders) 7:00 pm | Auditorium THURSDAYS »» Men’s Promise Principle Groups 6:30 am | Gateway Central

SUMMER PINK NIGHT | I’LL BE THERE FOR YOU

Thursday, Aug 3 | 7:00 pm | Auditorium

With great worship, various practical teachings, and a fun-filled After Party, you won’t want to miss this Pink Night! Register at women.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Samantha Golden, 817.552.3657, womennfw@gatewaypeople.com

SATURDAYS »» Morning Prayer | 8:00 am | Parking Lot SUNDAYS »» Marriage Challenge | 9:30 am North Fort Worth Offices (Canceled on Holiday Weekends)

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GATEWAYNRH CATCH THE VISION (MEMBERSHIP CLASS)

Saturday, Jul 15 | 4:00 pm | Chat Room

This class connects you to Gateway Church and explains our purpose, values, and history and gives you an opportunity to become a member. Register at ctv.gatewaypeople.com. Contact: Al Pearson, 817.328.2023, ctvnrh@gatewaypeople.com

YOUNG ADULTS WEEKEND

Friday–Sunday, Sep 22–24 | Sky Ranch in Van, Texas

Join hundreds of other young adults for three days away! We’ll hear from incredible speakers: Tim Ross, Todd White, Elaine Fisher, and Ben Pirtle. Register by August 25 at gatewayyoungadultsweekend.com.

Contact: Jenae Tankersley, 817.552.3604, youngadults@gatewaypeople.com

GATEWAY GROUPS

YOUNG ADULTS NIGHT

Tuesday, Jul 11 | 7:00 pm | Auditorium Join us every second Tuesday of the month for worship, a message, and time to hang out after the service.

Contact: Josh Hall, 817.552.7453, youngadultsnrh@gatewaypeople.com

PRAY FIRST

Mondays | 7:00 am | Lobby Join us as we gather to worship and pray!

Come ready to connect with God and pray for our church and nation. Contact: Alicia Osgood, 682.223.4144, prayernrh@gatewaypeople.com

MEN’S PRAYER

Wednesdays | 6:30–7:30 am | Lobby Join us as we worship and pray for the men of our church, as they lead in their homes, businesses, and communities. Contact: Alph Samuel, 972.948.1527, mennrh@gatewaypeople.com

LEAD A GROUP: THE SKY’S THE LIMIT!

Leading a group doesn’t have to be intimidating or overwhelming!

We will give you all the training, resources, and support you need.

Visit groups.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Rachel Rupert, 817.552.5885, groupsnrh@gatewaypeople.com

FIFTY-PLUS GROUPS

Tuesdays | 10:00 am | Hospitality Room

If you’re part of the 50+ crowd, you’re invited to join us on Tuesday mornings for Bible study and fellowship. Contact: Jim Vanderburg, 817.449.3663, fiftyplusnrh@gatewaypeople.com

WOMEN’S MENTORING

Do you want to discover more about yourself, your potential, and your capabilities?

Consider becoming a mentor or mentee. Contact: Rachel Rupert, 817.552.5885, womennrh@gatewaypeople.com

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GATEWAY KIDS | VOLUNTEER POSITIONS AVAILABLE

We’re looking for team members who would like to help us shape the next generation! Volunteer positions (for age groups birth–elementary) are open at all campuses. Contact: Amy Sellars, 817.552.7342, kidsnrh@gatewaypeople.com

GATEWAY MEN

Men, we’d love to get to know you and share how you can get involved. For more information, visit men.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Todd Reynolds, 214.837.2850, mennrh@gatewaypeople.com

GATEWAY EQUIP GATEWAY EQUIP Weekends

PRAYER TEAM

If you are interested in praying for people in our congregation, join our NRH Campus prayer team. Contact: Alicia Osgood, 682.223.4144, prayernrh@gatewaypeople.com

We have a variety of Equip classes featuring Jewish Equip, parenting, freedom, and marriage. For more information, stop by the Equip booth in the Lobby or visit equip.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Crystal Molinar, 817.552.7619, equipnrh@gatewaypeople.com

CHURCHWIDE WATER BAPTISMS

Jul 29–30 | Weekend Services We want to celebrate your decision to surrender your life to the Lord through water baptism! Register at baptism.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Al Pearson, 817.328.2023, baptismnrh@gatewaypeople.com

WEEKLY EVENTS MONDAYS »» Pray First | 7:00 am | Lobby TUESDAYS »» Fifty-Plus Group | 10:00 am Hospitality Room

SUMMER PINK NIGHT | I’LL BE THERE FOR YOU

Thursday, Aug 3 | 7:00 pm | Auditorium

With great worship, various practical teachings, and a fun-filled After Party, you won’t want to miss this Pink Night! Register at women.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Rachel Rupert, 817.552.5885, womennrh@gatewaypeople.com

WEDNESDAYS »» Men’s Prayer | 6:30–7:30 am | Lobby »» Gateway Students (7th–12th Graders) 7:00 pm | Auditorium

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GATEWAYPEOPLE GATEWAY FREEDOM INFO NIGHT

Wednesday, Jul 19 | 7:15 pm

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Come learn more about how to serve in Freedom classes, groups, and sessions.

Contact: Elizabeth Settle, 817.552.7368, freedomslk@gatewaypeople.com

GUEST EXPERIENCE VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION

Saturday–Sunday, Jul 15–16

Learn more about becoming a greeter, usher, parking lot attendant, guest host, or any of our other volunteer roles. Register at serve.gatewaypeople.com. Contact: Jim Mayher, 817.552.7566, serve@gatewaypeople.com

GATEWAY FREEDOM TRAINING | PART ONE

Wednesday & Sunday, Jul 12 & 16

This training gives you the tools you need to minister freedom to others!

Prerequisites include Catch the Vision, Freedom Basics classes, and KAIROS. Register at freedom.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Elizabeth Settle, 817.552.7368, freedomslk@gatewaypeople.com

SUMMER PINK NIGHT | I’LL BE THERE FOR YOU

Thursday, Aug 3 | 7:00 pm | Auditorium

With great worship, various practical teachings, and a fun-filled After Party, you won’t want to miss this Pink Night!

Register at women.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Velory Latham, 817.552.3684, womenslk@gatewaypeople.com

YOUNG ADULTS NIGHT

Tuesday, Jul 11 | 7:00 pm | Auditorium Join us every second Tuesday of the month for worship, a dynamic message, and time to hang out following the service.

We can’t wait to see you there!

Contact: Brittney Nelson, 817.552.7534, youngadultsslk@gatewaypeople.com

CATCH THE VISION (MEMBERSHIP CLASS)

1st Saturday of Every Month | 4:00 pm | Classroom 2D This class connects you to Gateway Church and explains our purpose, values, and history and gives you an opportunity to become a member. Register at ctv.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Janice Scott, 817.552.7483, ctvslk@gatewaypeople.com

MARRIAGE CHALLENGE

Sundays | 9:30–10:30 am | Ministry Center at 540 S. Nolen (Canceled on Holiday Weekends) Marriage Challenge is for couples in crisis or experiencing a difficult season. Come meet with a couple from our team who is trained and passionate about supporting those in hurting marriages. We offer prayer, direction, and tools for resolution. Registration is not required, and children’s ministry is available at the Southlake Campus. Contact: Doug Hawk, 682.223.6063, marriagechallenge@gatewaypeople.com

GATEWAY GROUPS

LEAD A GROUP: THE SKY’S THE LIMIT!

Leading a group doesn’t have to be intimidating or overwhelming!

We will give you all the training, resources, and support you need.

Visit groups.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Liz Lowrie, 817.552.7482, groupsslk@gatewaypeople.com

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BABY DEDICATIONS

Sunday, Aug 6 | 2:30 pm | Auditorium A baby dedication is a ceremony in which parents make a commitment before the Lord to raise their child in God’s Word and ways. If you would like to dedicate your baby or child to the Lord, register at kids.gatewaypeople.com. Space is limited! Contact: Cheryl Morgan, 817.552.7431, kidsslk@gatewaypeople.com

GATEWAY EQUIP EQUIP FALL SEMESTER

Begins Wednesday, Sep 6 | 7:00 pm | Auditorium

YOUNG ADULTS WEEKEND

Friday–Sunday, Sep 22–24 | Sky Ranch in Van, Texas

Join hundreds of other young adults for three days away! We’ll hear from incredible speakers: Tim Ross, Todd White, Elaine Fisher, and Ben Pirtle. Register by August 25 at gatewayyoungadultsweekend.com.

Contact: Jenae Tankersley, 817.552.3604, youngadults@gatewaypeople.com

FIFTY-PLUS TRIP | BRANSON

We’re excited to kick off our fall semester with Mark Batterson, author of The Circle Maker! We’re also doing a 40-day prayer challenge and offering Equip classes for your kids! For more information and to register, visit equip.gatewaypeople.com. Contact: Crystal Johnson, 682.223.6018, equip@gatewaypeople.com

Thursday–Sunday, Oct 19–22

CHURCHWIDE WATER BAPTISMS

Jul 29–30 | Weekend Services

We want to celebrate your decision to be baptized! Register at baptism.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Janice Scott, 817.552.7483, baptismslk@gatewaypeople.com

WEEKLY EVENTS TUESDAYS »» Pray First | 7:00 am | Lobby WEDNESDAYS »» Gateway Students (7th–12th Graders) 7:00 pm | Auditorium UC THURSDAYS »» Men’s Prayer | 5:30 am | Lobby SATURDAYS »» Preservice Prayer | 3:30 pm SUNDAYS »» Freedom Basics Classes | 9:00 am Classroom 1C »» Prayer for Our Nation | 10:40 am

28 JULY 2017

Join Gateway Fifty-Plus (adults ages 50+) on a four-day road trip to Branson, Missouri, to see the musical Moses, have dinner on the Showboat Branson Belle, and enjoy other excursions. Transportation provided. Cost: $425 per person. Register at fiftyplus.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Noelle Preston, 817.552.7374, fiftyplusslk@gatewaypeople.com

GATEWAY KIDS | VOLUNTEER POSITIONS AVAILABLE

We’re looking for team members who would like to help us shape the next generation! Volunteer positions (for age groups birth–elementary) are open. Contact: Cheryl Morgan, 817.552.7431, kidsslk@gatewaypeople.com

ESTATE PLANNING

Saturday, Jul 29 | 5:45 pm Sunday, Jul 30 | 10:30 am, 12:15 pm, or 1:45 pm

Everyone needs a will and an estate plan, regardless of your age or phase of life. Gateway Stewardship would like to invite you to learn how to build your estate plan. Register for one of our upcoming classes at stewardship.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Jacquelyn Bushnell, 817.552.7428, stewardship@gatewaypeople.com

Visit events.gatewaypeople.com for the latest information.

MESSIANIC SERVICE

Friday, Jul 7 Jewish Dance Class | 6:15 pm | Classroom 2C Preservice Prayer | 6:30 pm | Classroom 1D Service | 7:00 pm | Auditorium SLK Join us for an enlightening message from Pastor Greg Stone on Tisha B’Av, anointed worship, and a fun After Party. Habrá traducción en Español. Contact: Oli Snyder, 817.552.7452, jewish@gatewaypeople.com

GATEWAY WORSHIP INFORMATION MEETING

Tuesday, Jul 11 | 7:00 pm

UC

If you are interested in being part of Gateway Worship (including Worship Team Academy and Gateway Choir), please join us for this informational meeting.

Register at worship.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Rachel Melton, 817.552.3728, worshipconnection@gatewaypeople.com

GATEWAY STUDENT CONFERENCE | DO IT AGAIN

Jul 19–21

SLK

Students, embrace your role as world changers and join us for this amazing conference filled with friends, games, fun, incredible worship, and amazing speakers, including Louie Giglio, Tim Ross, Jason Laird, Alex Seeley, and more! For more information and to register, visit gatewaystudentconference.com.

Contact: Joy Cromer, 817.552.7375, gwsevents@gatewaypeople.com

THE KING’S UNIVERSITY Apply by Jul 24

With programs offered online and on-site, flexible course offerings, and tuition rates lower than most private universities, earning your degree has never been simpler. Apply today for fall 2017 admission at www.tku.edu/apply.

Contact: Courtney Widelitz, 817.722.1712, recruitment@tku.edu

GODSPELL SUMMER MUSICAL

Jul 27–Aug 6

DAL

Godspell is a musical depiction of Jesus recruiting a group of disciples and teaching them a series of lessons through storytelling, contemporary-style songs, dance, and humor. Purchase tickets at godspell.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Emily Thomas, 817.552.7597, performingarts@gatewaypeople.com

GODSPELL VOLUNTEERS

Jul 27–Aug 6

DAL

Help us create a memorable experience for everyone who comes to the show!

Opportunities to serve include box office/ticketing, ushers/greeters, or concessions teams.

Register at performingarts.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Emily Thomas, 817.552.7597, performingarts@gatewaypeople.com

LOCATIONS &

SERVICE TIMES WORSHIP TEAM ACADEMY Aug–Nov

UC FRS GRP NFW

Worship Team Academy offers group lessons on piano, guitars, drums, bass, percussion, or vocal technique. For more information, attend the Worship Information Meeting on July 11 or visit wta.gatewaypeople.com. Contact: Jill Brewer, 817.552.7460,worshipteamacademy@gatewaypeople.com

THE GLOBAL LEADERSHIP SUMMIT SIMULCAST

Thursday–Friday, Aug 10–11

SLK GRP

You’ll hear from world-class experts on leadership, including Bill Hybels, Marcus Buckingham, Angela Duckworth, Laszlo Bock, and so many more! No matter where you lead— from the boardroom to the living room—you’re invited to this spectacular two-day leadership conference. Register at gls.gatewaypeople.com.

Promo Code: PHS17TEAM. Contact: Jaclyn Bowe, 817.552.3629, gls@gatewaypeople.com

PERFORMING ARTS CLASSES

Aug 15–Sep 27

SLK

Join us as for classes in acting, dancing, and singing. Classes meet once a week and are offered in six-week sessions for both children and adults. Cost: $50 per session. Contact: Rachel Turner, 682.223.6918, creativearts@gatewaypeople.com

THE SCHOOL OF TECH ARTS Aug 22–Dec 9

Gain real-world experience with our Pro Tools certification courses; live audio, video, and stage lighting courses; and more! For more information, visit schooloftecharts.com. Contact: Vivian Smith, 817.552.5884, info@schooloftecharts.com

KAIROS

Thursday–Friday, Aug 24–25 | 9:00 am–5:00 pm Auditorium SLK KAIROS is a time for you to experience God in a deeper and more intimate way. Come expecting to have an encounter with the Holy Spirit through worship, teaching, and ministry. Register at kairos.gatewaypeople.com.

Contact: Krystina Simon, 817.552.7606, kairos@gatewaypeople.com

GATEWAY BUSINESS LEADERS

Our desire is to equip business leaders to have strong relationships with God and their families while running successful businesses and achieving their God-given destinies. If you are a business owner, C-level executive, or vice president of a corporation, apply for our program! For more information, visit gatewaybusinessleaders.org.

Contact: Nancy Brumit, 817.552.5893, business@gatewaypeople.com

SOUTHLAKE CAMPUS SLK 700 Blessed Way · Southlake, TX 76092 Sat 4:00 pm & 5:45 pm Sun 9:00 am, 10:45 am & 12:30 pm DALLAS CAMPUS DAL 12123 Hillcrest Rd · Dallas, TX 75230 Sat 5:45 pm Sun 10:45 am FRISCO CAMPUS FRS 7125 Legacy Dr · Frisco, TX 75034 Sat 4:00 pm & 5:45 pm Sun 9:00 am, 10:45 am & 12:30 pm GRAND PRAIRIE CAMPUS GRP 2404 N Carrier Pkwy · Grand Prairie, TX 75050 Sat 4:00 pm Sun 9:00 am, 10:45 am & 12:30 pm NORTH FORT WORTH CAMPUS NFW 4209 Basswood Blvd · Fort Worth, TX 76137 Sat 4:00 pm & 5:45 pm Sun 9:00 am, 10:45 am & 12:30 pm NRH CAMPUS NRH 7501 Davis Blvd · North Richland Hills, TX 76182 Sat 4:00 pm & 5:45 pm Sun 9:00 am, 10:45 am & 12:30 pm MINISTRY CENTER MIN 540 S Nolen · Southlake, TX 76092 UNIVERSITY CAMPUS UC 2121 E Southlake Blvd · Southlake, TX 76092 817.328.1000

CHILDREN’S MINISTRY AVAILABLE

WEEKLY EVENTS WEDNESDAYS »» Gateway Students (7th–12th Graders) 7:00 pm | Auditorium UC DAL FRS GRP NFW NRH

SUNDAYS »» Marriage Challenge | 9:30 am MIN (Canceled on Holiday Weekends)

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JOSH MORRIS I HAD IT ALL PLANNED OUT. When I finished film school in Florida, I was going to come back and work for Gateway’s media department, but two months before graduation, my dad called me to say Gateway couldn’t hire me, which kind of killed my plan. Instead, I moved to Amarillo and started Trinity Fellowship’s video department. While there, I would run into the church’s mail girl, Hannah, almost every day. One night some mutual friends invited us both out to eat after a young adults’ service. We sat together and talked all night. I married her a few months later. I’m really glad my dad was brave enough to tell me he couldn’t hire me at Gateway.

I GET TO PREACH AT GATEWAY BECAUSE OF WHO MY FATHER IS. A while ago, someone attacked my character on social media saying that the only reason I was able to stand on the platform at Gateway and preach is because of who my dad is. It was tough to hear that, especially because it seemed a little bit true to me. I always struggled with that idea, and I asked the Lord for a word about it because it was really hurtful. I asked God, “Is it true that the only reason I get to preach at Gateway is because of who my father is?” and I heard very clearly, “Yes.” And then so clearly, I heard, “I am your Father.” And I realized that where I am is because of my heavenly Father. It settled a lot of things in me. I can’t beat myself up and say I should have been someone else, all I can do is say, “This is the opportunity that God gave me, so I need to do the most with whatever He gave me.”

I ENJOY SHOOTING GUNS. My Instagram page looks like a mix of tactical preparation for the apocalypse and children with puppies. That’s my life. Growing up, my dad would take us hunting all the time and it’s how I spent, and still spend, the most time with my dad. Now it’s a way for me to connect with my son and daughter too.

For more about our Gateway pastors and staff, visit staff.gatewaypeople.com.

30 JULY 2017

FAMILY Hannah, wife of 13 years. Two children: Grady (9) and Willow (7).

EDUCATION Full Sail University.

ROLE AT GATEWAY Southlake Campus Pastor.

BACKSTORY Born in Fort Worth and raised in Texas.

This summer, the people who brought you Truthical and Fiddler on the Roof present

July 27–August 6 Gateway Church Dallas Campus

Purchase tickets at godspell.gatewaypeople.com.

Conceived and Originally Directed by JOHN-MICHAEL TEBELAK MUSIC AND NEW LYRICS BY STEPHEN SCHWARTZ Originally Produced on the New York Stage by EDGAR LANSBURY/STUART DUNCAN/JOSEPH BERUH

Thursday, August 3 7:00–9:00 pm All Campuses

GODSPELL—2012 REVIVAL VERSION is presented through special arrangement with Music Theater International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. 421 West 54th Street, New York, NY 10019.

Phone: 212.541.4684 Fax: 212.397.4984 MTIShows.com

Grab some friends and join us at one of Gateway’s six campuses for a fantastic night of worship, teaching, and fun!

WOMEN.GATEWAYPEOPLE.COM Children’s ministry is available by registration only.

Everyone has

INFLUENCE. No matter where you lead, you’re invited to this fresh and inspiring two-day conference.

BILL HYBELS

Founder & Senior Pastor, Willow Creek Community Church

SHERYL SANDBERG Chief Operating Officer, Facebook

MARCUS LEMONIS

THE GLOBAL LEADERSHIP SUMMIT Thursday–Friday, August 10–11 Gateway Church Southlake & Grand Prairie Campuses

MARCUS BUCKINGHAM

BRYAN STEVENSON

Bestselling Author; Founder, Founder & Executive Director, Equal Justice Initiative The Marcus Buckingham Company

SAM ADEYEMI

LASZLO BOCK

JULIET FUNT

CEO, WhiteSpace at Work

IMMACULÉE ILIBAGIZA

Star of CNBC’s The Profit; CEO of Camping World and Good Sam

Founder & Senior Pastor, Daystar Christian Centre in Nigeria

Senior Advisor at Google; Bestselling Author

Advocate for Peace and Forgiveness; Bestselling Author

GARY HAUGEN

ANGELA DUCKWORTH

FREDRIK HÄRÉN

ANDY STANLEY

Founder & CEO, International Justice Mission

Professor, University of Pennsylvania; Bestselling Author

Author; Business Creativity Expert

Leadership Author; Communicator; Pastor

REGISTER AT gls.gatewaypeople.com.

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