The Gathering Church
Moravian Falls NC
28654
Who we are
Who We Are
We are a church partnered with MorningStar Ministries, located in the mountains of western North Carolina, pastored by Dr. David and Shirley White.
Statement of Faith
The Gathering Church Statement of Faith, Bylaws, and Policies
The following is a statement of our position of basic Christian doctrines. As once stated by a great missionary, "There are certain basic Christian truths about which there must be agreement. On all other doctrines there should be liberty. In all things there must be charity." It is our resolution to take an uncompromising stand on the essential doctrines of the faith, and extend "the right hand of fellowship" to all who hold to them. It is also our resolution to protect the liberty of Christians to hold different perspectives on the "non-essential" doctrines.
There are doctrines we may consider non-essential, but which are important. We therefore make known our belief on these, while presenting them with tolerance toward those who may hold a different position. We are committed to truth and accuracy in doctrine, but also understand that one can hold right doctrines and still do damage to the body of Christ by causing divisions over the non-essentials. We are therefore just as committed to the essential Christian character, believing that "In all things there must be charity." As the apostle stated, "The goal of our instruction is love, from a pure heart and a sincere faith" (I Timothy 1:5). That, too, is our goal and commitment as we promote the following teachings that we hold as truth: To read our full Statement of Faith, ByLaws, & Policy; Please download a copy for your records here:
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We are a church partnered with MorningStar Ministries, located in the mountains of western North Carolina, pastored by Dr. David and Shirley White.
Statement of Faith
The Gathering Church Statement of Faith, Bylaws, and Policies
The following is a statement of our position of basic Christian doctrines. As once stated by a great missionary, "There are certain basic Christian truths about which there must be agreement. On all other doctrines there should be liberty. In all things there must be charity." It is our resolution to take an uncompromising stand on the essential doctrines of the faith, and extend "the right hand of fellowship" to all who hold to them. It is also our resolution to protect the liberty of Christians to hold different perspectives on the "non-essential" doctrines.
There are doctrines we may consider non-essential, but which are important. We therefore make known our belief on these, while presenting them with tolerance toward those who may hold a different position. We are committed to truth and accuracy in doctrine, but also understand that one can hold right doctrines and still do damage to the body of Christ by causing divisions over the non-essentials. We are therefore just as committed to the essential Christian character, believing that "In all things there must be charity." As the apostle stated, "The goal of our instruction is love, from a pure heart and a sincere faith" (I Timothy 1:5). That, too, is our goal and commitment as we promote the following teachings that we hold as truth: To read our full Statement of Faith, ByLaws, & Policy; Please download a copy for your records here:
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Leadership
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Dr. David & Shirley White Â
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Administration
Admin Name:
Devon McMillion Â
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The Gathering Church Service Times
Join us every Sunday at 10am EST for spirit filled worship and a Gospel Driven message.
The Gathering also hosts various speakers, events, and work shops throughout the year which can be found on our website: https://thegatheringchurch.info
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Sunday School / Children and Youth Activities
Other activities & ministries
Moravian Lampstand Prayer
see PRAYER TIMES for exact times: Jodi & David Potts
Prophetic Teams
After Sunday Service for 1st time visitors, ​others by appointment. Rocky & Jill Long
Skype Prophetic Ministry Team
Prophetic Ministry to missionaries & nations. Linda Neal
Children's Ministry
Nursery ages BIRTH - 4yrs. Anna McIntyre
Children's church ages 4-12 yrs.
Jerry & Librada Jenkins
Youth
Wednesday night @ the Welcome Center, 6:30pm.
Dylan Hutchinson
Ladies Ministry
2nd & 4th Saturdays of the month, 1:00 - 3:00pm
Shirley White, Monica Rutledge, & Elizabeth Roots
Men's Breakfast
Saturday morning, will be announced. Jim McMillion
Men's Den
2nd & 4th Mondays, 7:00pm @ the church. Don Farrell
Unity and Community Ministry
Meets every Monday at 7:00 PM @ the Welcome Center.
Dylan Hutchinson
See newsletter for specific OUTREACH opportunities.
Asya Beitsch
The Gathering supports the local soup kitchen by cooking once a month. See newsletter for exact dates & times.
Prison Ministry
IFOC Chaplains Â
see PRAYER TIMES for exact times: Jodi & David Potts
Prophetic Teams
After Sunday Service for 1st time visitors, ​others by appointment. Rocky & Jill Long
Skype Prophetic Ministry Team
Prophetic Ministry to missionaries & nations. Linda Neal
Children's Ministry
Nursery ages BIRTH - 4yrs. Anna McIntyre
Children's church ages 4-12 yrs.
Jerry & Librada Jenkins
Youth
Wednesday night @ the Welcome Center, 6:30pm.
Dylan Hutchinson
Ladies Ministry
2nd & 4th Saturdays of the month, 1:00 - 3:00pm
Shirley White, Monica Rutledge, & Elizabeth Roots
Men's Breakfast
Saturday morning, will be announced. Jim McMillion
Men's Den
2nd & 4th Mondays, 7:00pm @ the church. Don Farrell
Unity and Community Ministry
Meets every Monday at 7:00 PM @ the Welcome Center.
Dylan Hutchinson
See newsletter for specific OUTREACH opportunities.
Asya Beitsch
The Gathering supports the local soup kitchen by cooking once a month. See newsletter for exact dates & times.
Prison Ministry
IFOC Chaplains Â
Other information
The Gathering Church History
Moravian Falls
A brief History of the Moravians
The town of Moravian Falls is located in the heart of Wilkes County, North Carolina, and sits at an elevation of 1,192 feet. Deriving its name from its 35 foot waterfall and the Moravian brothers who settled here in 1753, Moravian Falls is the perfect setting for your mountain vacation.
These pilgrims originally came from Bohemia and Moravia, neighboring provinces in what is now the Czech Republic. Half a century ahead of Martin Luther's Reformation movement, the Moravians were branded as heretics. Yet they grew; by the time of Luther, in 1517, there were 400 Moravian congregations scattered through Moravia, Bohemia, and Saxony. Persecution continued, however, until early in the 17th century, many Moravians left Bohemia; they were forced underground and many of their former buildings and homes were burned and destroyed.
Finally, in the 1700s, a home was found when Count Nicholas Ludwig von Zinzendorf offered a settlement on his estate near Berthelsdorf, in the German state of Saxony. Soon, a town called Herrnhut grew, and became a refuge for the Moravian faith.
From this base, the Moravians continued with a focus on missionary work to many places in the world. The location of these early missions led to the church today having a worldwide membership made up largely of people of African descent.
The first attempt to settle in America, in the colony of Georgia, was short-lived. The Moravians moved north from Georgia to eastern Pennsylvania in 1740 and founded the town of Bethlehem. From this base in Pennsylvania, they later moved south to North Carolina.
In 1752, in the backwoods of North Carolina the Moravians purchased a tract of almost 100,000 acres . The name of the tract became known as Wachovia. In 1766, they establish the town of Salem (meaning "peace") in N.C., which is often confused with Salem, Mass.
The Moravians established a rooted community with strong values and stable trade. They continued a legacy of 24 hour prayer and worship centers that were started in Eastern Europe by their ancestors. Their prayer and missionary spirit still have effect in the foothills of North Carolina where today many ministries have established their home bases.
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A brief History of the Moravians
The town of Moravian Falls is located in the heart of Wilkes County, North Carolina, and sits at an elevation of 1,192 feet. Deriving its name from its 35 foot waterfall and the Moravian brothers who settled here in 1753, Moravian Falls is the perfect setting for your mountain vacation.
These pilgrims originally came from Bohemia and Moravia, neighboring provinces in what is now the Czech Republic. Half a century ahead of Martin Luther's Reformation movement, the Moravians were branded as heretics. Yet they grew; by the time of Luther, in 1517, there were 400 Moravian congregations scattered through Moravia, Bohemia, and Saxony. Persecution continued, however, until early in the 17th century, many Moravians left Bohemia; they were forced underground and many of their former buildings and homes were burned and destroyed.
Finally, in the 1700s, a home was found when Count Nicholas Ludwig von Zinzendorf offered a settlement on his estate near Berthelsdorf, in the German state of Saxony. Soon, a town called Herrnhut grew, and became a refuge for the Moravian faith.
The first attempt to settle in America, in the colony of Georgia, was short-lived. The Moravians moved north from Georgia to eastern Pennsylvania in 1740 and founded the town of Bethlehem. From this base in Pennsylvania, they later moved south to North Carolina.
In 1752, in the backwoods of North Carolina the Moravians purchased a tract of almost 100,000 acres . The name of the tract became known as Wachovia. In 1766, they establish the town of Salem (meaning "peace") in N.C., which is often confused with Salem, Mass.
The Moravians established a rooted community with strong values and stable trade. They continued a legacy of 24 hour prayer and worship centers that were started in Eastern Europe by their ancestors. Their prayer and missionary spirit still have effect in the foothills of North Carolina where today many ministries have established their home bases.
"Some people pray just to pray and some people pray to know God". Andrew Murray
The Gathering Church listing was last updated on the 2nd of January, 2020
