The Next Gathering

Greetings from The Gathering at the Cross Team! Our key verse says it all. We want to invite your congregation or student group to participate in a vision that God has given to several area churches. This vision

is to UNITE young adult communities who believe that Jesus is Lord in order to make an eternal difference throughout Northern Jersey.

The Gathering at the Cross-brings together young adults ages 18-30 on a quarterly basis for a multi-cultural, non-denominational worship experience centered on Christ. Participating churches take turns hosting The Gathering in order to promote diversity, increase participation, and encourage greater unity. Under the guidance of several adult leaders, the young adults are the ones who MINISTER for the entire evening. Our young adults are tremendously gifted and it is exciting to see them REACH their peers in creative ways that honor the Lord with their hearts, minds and souls.

Each Gathering includes an opening icebreaker; praise and worship; ministry through spoken word, drama, dance and/or poetry; and a message. The worship service is followed by a more informal time featuring free food and Open Mic, where young adults can freely minister using their God-given talents. (There is also a brief meeting for group leaders during the fellowship time just to obtain contact information and feedback.) Open Mic is open to all, but we do limit it to Christian presentations and ask participants to sign up during opening registration time.

If you would like to learn more about The Gathering at the Cross, please fill out this form to receive our free DVD featuring highlights from past gatherings.

The following churches are part of the Gathering’s Core Team so far:

Emmaus Missions Church-Closter; Saah Hali, Youth/Young Adults Pastor

Englewood Assembly of God; Debbie & Angel Grant, Young Adults Advisors

Church of God Refuge of Love in Christ, West New York; /Lizzie Santana-Youth/Young Adults

Mercy Church of God-Bergenfield; Raymond Burgos, Youth Pastor

Bethany Presbyterian Church-Englewood-Charles Taylor-Youth/Young Adult Advisor

Teaneck Assembly of God; Sharon Fredricks & Peggy Noel, Young Adults Advisors

Cornerstone Christian Church-Wyckoff-Leah O’bradovic-Young Adults Representative

True Vine Christian Center-Fairlawn; Pastor Juan Rawls, Youth/Young Adults Pastor

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We would love to see your group join this list whether as an active participants or as part of the team. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact Debbie Grant at 201-446-7518 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

In His Service Always,

The Gathering at the Cross Core Team