The Gathering

by SuperANM on February 19th, 2010

The Gathering is a Christian music event held at Telford International Centre. The event is run by Serious4God ministries (S4G) the event this year is on the 25th of February and finishes with a final concert on the 27th. The Event this year is themed about Dying to Live with the main verse for the weekend being Galatians 2:20 says, “I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.” There will be many Bands and speakers such as :

Bands:

29th Chapter – In a music industry filled with one hit wonders, superficial thug rap and commercialised copy-cats The 29th chapter distinctly set themselves apart in their sound, their purpose and their individuality. Just as likely to be seen in a high school speaking openly with a room full of young people as they are blowing up a stage in front of thousands of fans. The 29th Chapter are hip-hop’s bright new hope.This top London-based group will be in concert on Saturday morning.

[Dweeb] – The Midlands based rock group, who attend Coventry Elim, will be opening the weekend with a concert on Friday night and will be leading some of the Gathering Create seminars on Saturday afternoon.

Shell Perris – Shell is an evangelist, singer, songwriter, speaker and author. Her passion is to get people of all ages excited about God and to let the world know that He is head-over-heels in love with every single one of us. Her bubbly personality and powerful life-story challenge and inspire the hearts of many. Formerly of Christian girl band TBC, Shell is now a solo artist attending King’s Church, Warrington and has just released her latest album. She will be performing during the Gathering Girls seminar and will be sharing her story of how God has transformed her life.

Speakers:

Reggie Dabbs (The Original, original Brotha) - Born to an unwed teenager who at one time considered abortion as a viable option for solving her “problem,” Reggie Dabbs considers himself fortunate to be alive. From being a “Problem” to an unwed teenager, Reggie is fast becoming one of the most in-demand speakers who helps teenagers meet their problems head-on and overcome them.

Glyn Barrett (Audacious) - Glyn is the architect of the !Audacious revolution and the senior pastor of !Audacious City Church. He is a powerful and sought after communicator; his messages and motivational teachings have impacted the lives of thousands of people around the world.

Andy Frost (Share Jesus International) – Andy Frost is a surf-obsessed, movie loving, bible reading, globe trotting Londoner. He is the Director of SJI and is passionate about seeing how the Church can re-connect with society and culture. He loves dreaming big and pioneering new initiatives. He has written God on the Road and has co-authored books including The Church has Left the Building, Destiny and Freestyle.

Mark and Nita Pugh (Serious4God) - Mark and his wife Nita lead Serious4God from the new, Malvern-based Elim International Offices. Mark is an inspirational visionary, passionate about seeing this national won for Christ. Mark also heads up the Serious4Youth Ministry Course run by Regents Theological College, seeking to train the next generation of youth workers. The tag-team style of Mark and Nita has long been a highlight of the Gathering weekend.

Miles Hilton Barber (Motivational Speaker / Blind Explorer) – is a blind adventurer and internationally renowned motivational speaker. Having gone blind in his early twenties he has not let that stop him from achieving his dreams. He reminds his audiences that attitude is what determines altitude and that we too can live our dreams because the only limits in our lives are those we accept ourselves. He has flown a microlight from London to Sydney, walked across Antarctica,completed the toughest foot-race on earth and much, much more!!

The schedule will be:

Friday Night:

6.30pm – Registration Opens

8pm – [Dweeb] in concert

9pm – Gathering Unite Session with Andy Frost

10.30pm – Finish

Saturday:

9.30am – Registration Opens (for day delegates)

10.30am – 29th Chapter in concert

11.30am – Gathering Unite Session with Mark and Nita Pugh

1pm – Lunch

2.30pm – Gathering Girls Session and Guys Seminar Streams