Could a piece of butcher paper really hold the weight of a dream? For Gateway Fellowship Church, it seems the answer is yes. Right here, where we stand, once stood a simple living room. It was there, in 2007, that eight friends gathered with a God-sized vision. They wrote down the names of 1,200 people they knew on butcher paper, people they hoped to bring closer to Jesus. This wasn’t about filling pews, it was about building a community, friend by friend. That small act of faith, scribbling names on paper, was the humble start of Gateway Fellowship Church. Their mission: “Help friends become devoted followers of Jesus”. The church’s founder, John Van Pay, committed to being home five nights a week, focusing on family and nurturing those vital early relationships. Their approach was refreshingly simple: love people, meet their needs, and share life’s journey together. This commitment to genuine connection resonated deeply. Gateway Fellowship Church blossomed, growing from living rooms to schools, and eventually, to the thriving community you see today. So as you step inside, remember that piece of butcher paper and the power of simple acts of faith and friendship. They can build more than just a church, they can build a family.
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