Seek First: Corporate Prayer & Fasting | September 1 - 30 | All Day - Location of Your Choice
Each month of 2025, we will focus on a theme that we believe God is highlighting for that month. September’s theme will be PEOPLE. Click HERE for our monthly prayer guides to support your times of prayer and fasting. They also will be available on Sundays.
Wednesday, September 17 | Room 101
Love Where We Live is loving families by providing for their needs with a Family Pantry on the third Wednesday each month. We are collecting: jelly, peanut butter, cereal, instant oatmeal, mac & cheese, jar spaghetti sauce, pasta, white rice, canned beans, beef/chicken/hot dogs, pancake mix, syrup, canned vegetables, kids snacks, canned ravioli/spaghetti. Donations can be dropped off in the Atrium. If you would like to give a monetary donation, you can click HERE. If you would like to volunteer to pack or distribute food items, call the church office at 203-934-0880 or click below.
Packing Crew: 10:00am-12:00pm
Drive Thru Crew: 1:00pm-4:00pm
Women’s Ministry Bonfire
Friday, September 19 | 7pm
Chapel Parking Lot
Ladies, let’s connect around the fire , make some yummy s'mores, and have a blast!
Men’s Breakfast | Saturday, September 20 | 9AM | The Chapel
Get connected and make a friend over a meal, worship, and an encouraging word. Invite a friend to join you.
Harp & Bowl/ 10 Days of Awe
Monday, October 22 | 7pm - 8:30pm | Sanctuary
Gather with the congregation during this 10 Days of Awe, and experience God's presence as we worship and pray His word together.
10 Days of Awe
September 22 - October 1
The 10 Days of Awe is an annual season of repentance where we come together with prayer and fasting, not just for ourselves, but for our families, cities, our nation, and the world. This year, the Gateway family will be joining over 200 cities and towns around the globe to celebrate this season of repentance. In addition to your personal times with the Lord during these 10 days, we’ll also have live worship and prayer every evening starting on Monday, September 22 from 7pm - 8pm. Click HERE for important resources to help you on your 10-day journey.
Wednesdays | 6:30pm to 8:30pm | Room 101
1st Semester: September 24 - November 19
Advance Price: $100 per individual or $150 per couple
Per Semester Price: $40 per individual or $60 per couple
The Gateway School of Transformation (GST) is a three semester intensive program designed to help you answer the questions, “Who Am I, Why Am I Here, and Where Am I Going?” Through audio teachings, books, and group discussions, we will focus on the presence of God, identity, sonship, and conflict resolution within an honoring culture. Your thinking will change, your heart will follow, your life purpose will be discovered, and you will experience true transformation. Click Here for the application or pick one up on Sundays after church.
2nd Semester: January 7 - March 4
3rd Semester: April 8 - May 27
Women & Kids Fall Fun Day
Saturday, October 4 | 10am | March Farm 160 Munger Lane, Bethlehem
Hey ladies! How about we go apple picking and find a pumpkin or two? We can enjoy the beautiful fall views of Litchfield County. They have a corn maze to explore ($5), hay rides, a snack shack, and an animal yard. Moms, bring your little ones with you to make this a fun fall outing together. We’ll meet at the farm at 10 am.
Pastors Appreciation Day | Sunday, October 5 | 10:00am
This annual day of celebrating our Gateway pastors is upon us once again! As the Scriptures say in 1 Tim. 5:17, "let the elders who perform the duties of their office well, be considered doubly worthy of honor..." So let's come together as a family to honor our pastors. We will have a time of prayer, and special note cards will be available for you to pick up on 9/28 and 10/5 for personal words of encouragement. The pastors will also be available after service if you desire to bless them with a special gift.
Our Gateway Pastors:
Pastors Lance and Darlene Bane
Pastors Herb and Rosa Rubio
Pastors Angel and Mary Sanchez
Pastors Andrew and Cordellia Coke
Pastor Scott and Lisa Tavolacci
Pastor Dan and Bonnie Malady
Pastor Holly and Skip Pommer
Women’s Bible Study
October 6 | 7pm | Chapel
Ladies, what a powerful opportunity we have to open up the Word of God and study together! We will be sharing what we use to study and how we apply what Holy Spirit reveals to us. No sign up required.
Friday, October 10 | 7:00 - 8:30pm | In the Sanctuary
Theme: Power
Mark your calendars for this special monthly night of intimate and powerful worship as we experience God together as a family
Friday, October 10 | 7pm - 8:30pm | Chapel Basement
Calling all Gateway Youth! If you are interested in making friends, building relationships with your peers, and getting the answers to the questions you have for this season of your life, come out for Gateway Youth Night.
Gateway’s office is closed on Monday, October 13, to observe the holiday.
Evangelism Training | Sundays, October 12 - November 2 | 8:45am - 9:45am | Room 101
Join Pastor Dan Malady in this 4-week Gateway School of Equipping Evangelism Training class. No experience necessary! Just a willing heart and a desire to walk in obedience to the Great Commission: to reach the lost with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Whether you're new to evangelism or just need a refresher, this class will offer practical tools, Biblical insight, and real encouragement to help you boldly and lovingly share the message of Christ. It's time to answer that tug on your heart to share your love for Christ!
What can you expect to receive from this class?
Simple, effective ways to share your faith
Prayer and impartation to overcome your fear and anxiety about witnessing
Understanding of the Gospel and how to communicate it with love
Testimonies to increase your faith
Winter Coat Drive
October 12 - 26 | Atrium
LWWL will be collecting gently used winter coats, hats, gloves, scarves, and new socks for adults and children to be given to the homeless and the community. Donations can be dropped off on Sundays in the Atrium or Monday - Thursday at the office.
TUESDAY, October 14 (Second Tuesday of every month)
7pm to 8:30pm | The Chapel
Calling all men of Gateway! It's time to link arms in prayer for our families, our community, our church, our region, and our country. Join us as we assume our priestly roles through prayer and intercession.
Wednesday, October 15 | Room 101
Love Where We Live is loving families by providing for their needs with a Family Pantry on the third Wednesday each month. We are collecting: jelly, peanut butter, cereal, instant oatmeal, mac & cheese, jar spaghetti sauce, pasta, white rice, canned beans, beef/chicken/hot dogs, pancake mix, syrup, canned vegetables, kids snacks, canned ravioli/spaghetti. Donations can be dropped off in the Atrium. If you would like to give a monetary donation, you can click HERE. If you would like to volunteer to pack or distribute food items, call the church office at 203-934-0880 or click below.
Packing Crew: 10:00am-12:00pm
Drive Thru Crew: 1:00pm-4:00pm
Evangelism Training | Sundays, October 12 - November 2 | 8:45am - 9:45am | Room 101
Join Pastor Dan Malady in this 4-week Gateway School of Equipping Evangelism Training class. No experience necessary! Just a willing heart and a desire to walk in obedience to the Great Commission: to reach the lost with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Whether you're new to evangelism or just need a refresher, this class will offer practical tools, Biblical insight, and real encouragement to help you boldly and lovingly share the message of Christ. It's time to answer that tug on your heart to share your love for Christ!
What can you expect to receive from this class?
Simple, effective ways to share your faith
Prayer and impartation to overcome your fear and anxiety about witnessing
Understanding of the Gospel and how to communicate it with love
Testimonies to increase your faith
Harp & Bowl | Worship & Prayer
Monday, October 20 | 7pm - 8:30pm | Chapel
Come experience God's presence as we worship and pray His word together. As Revelation 5:8 describes heavenly creatures holding harps and golden bowls of incense, which are the prayers of the saints, let's lift up our hands and our prayers as a sweet incense to our God.
Evangelism Training | Sundays, October 12 - November 2 | 8:45am - 9:45am | Room 101
Join Pastor Dan Malady in this 4-week Gateway School of Equipping Evangelism Training class. No experience necessary! Just a willing heart and a desire to walk in obedience to the Great Commission: to reach the lost with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Whether you're new to evangelism or just need a refresher, this class will offer practical tools, Biblical insight, and real encouragement to help you boldly and lovingly share the message of Christ. It's time to answer that tug on your heart to share your love for Christ!
What can you expect to receive from this class?
Simple, effective ways to share your faith
Prayer and impartation to overcome your fear and anxiety about witnessing
Understanding of the Gospel and how to communicate it with love
Testimonies to increase your faith
Women’s Ministry Roundtable Discussion
Topic: Abortion
Monday, October 27 | 7:00pm | Chapel
We want to create a safe and nurturing environment where women can gather, share their experiences, and support one another in trusting in God’s plan for our lives. Whether you’ve made a decision about abortion, know someone who has, or have questions, we’re here to listen, provide comfort and healing. We believe that by focusing on the Lord and embracing our current circumstances, we can thrive and grow together!
Evangelism Training | Sundays, October 12 - November 2 | 8:45am - 9:45am | Room 101
Join Pastor Dan Malady in this 4-week Gateway School of Equipping Evangelism Training class. No experience necessary! Just a willing heart and a desire to walk in obedience to the Great Commission: to reach the lost with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Whether you're new to evangelism or just need a refresher, this class will offer practical tools, Biblical insight, and real encouragement to help you boldly and lovingly share the message of Christ. It's time to answer that tug on your heart to share your love for Christ!
What can you expect to receive from this class?
Simple, effective ways to share your faith
Prayer and impartation to overcome your fear and anxiety about witnessing
Understanding of the Gospel and how to communicate it with love
Testimonies to increase your faith
Women’s Bible Study
November 3 | 7pm | Chapel
Ladies, what a powerful opportunity we have to open up the Word of God and study together! We will be sharing what we use to study and how we apply what Holy Spirit reveals to us. No sign up required.
Friday, November 7 | 7pm - 8:30pm | Chapel Basement
Calling all Gateway Youth! If you are interested in making friends, building relationships with your peers, and getting the answers to the questions you have for this season of your life, come out for Gateway Youth Night.
Friday, November 7 | 7:00 - 8:30pm | In the Sanctuary
Theme: Plans
Mark your calendars for this special monthly night of intimate and powerful worship as we experience God together as a family
Women's Empowerment| Saturday, November 8 | Chapel | 9am-12pm
Theme: Relaxed
This year, we are studying Megan Fate Marshman's book "Relaxed," which focuses on Proverbs 3:5: "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding." As we dive into this meaningful study, we will learn to release self-reliance and trust the Lord in every area of our lives. This is our opportunity to rediscover peace, purpose, and contentment. A light continental breakfast will be served.
Harp & Bowl | Worship & Prayer
Monday, November 10 | 7pm - 8:30pm | In the Chapel
Come experience God's presence as we worship and pray His word together. As Revelation 5:8 describes heavenly creatures holding harps and golden bowls of incense, which are the prayers of the saints, let's lift up our hands and our prayers as a sweet incense to our God.
TUESDAY, November 11 (Second Tuesday of every month)
7pm to 8:30pm | The Chapel
Calling all men of Gateway! It's time to link arms in prayer for our families, our community, our church, our region, and our country. Join us as we assume our priestly roles through prayer and intercession.
Gateway is celebrating water baptisms on Sunday, November 30! If you're interested in being baptized at this service, please stop by the baptismal table on Sunday and fill out a Candidate Questionnaire or click this link. Candidates are then required to attend a baptism class on Sunday, November 23, at 12pm in Room 101. Upon completion of this class, you will be eligible for baptism. What a great way to celebrate your new life with Jesus!
