September 20–21
For those who Build the church
Builders Gathering is a time of instruction, encouragement and impartation for those who build the local church.
It is a time for pastors, leaders and members who are engaged in the work of building the local church to receive fresh vision for the local church, to deepen their commitment to the local church and to encounter Jesus—the builder of the local church.
We are excited to host our first Builders Gathering this September. Our desire is to create a space for those who build the local church to be encouraged and strengthened; that they may arise and put their hands to the good work of building great local churches.
If we can be an encouragement to you and your calling, then we have fulfilled our goal. Our amazing team knows how to create space for people to connect and for God to move. We would be honoured to have you, your staff and your teams join us. See you at Builders Gathering!
We are honoured to have Pastors Gary and Marilyn Skinner, the visionary founders of Watoto Church. In a time of civil war, the Skinners founded Watoto Church in Uganda in 1984, and it has since expanded into 16 locations with 38,000 people gathering in-person and online every week.
Pastors Gary and Marilyn will be equipping us through their wisdom and experience, and imparting to us a spirit of faith to build the local church in our own context.
Doors will open 30 minutes before each session begins and each session will begin on time.
Friday
2–3:15 PM Pastors and Staff Session
6 PM Registration begins
7–8:30 PM General Session
After Party to follow
Sunday
9 & 11 AM
Pastors Gary and Marilyn will be ministering at both Cities Church services
Saturday
9:30–10:45 AM General Session
11 AM–12:15 PM General Session
12:15–1:15 PM Lunch
1:15–2:30 PM General Session
Afternoon Break
7–9 PM General Session (Includes time of impartation for youth and young adults)
What will happen at Builders Gathering?
Instruction
At Builders Gathering, we will be equipped with teaching from God’s Word and practical, experience-based wisdom on how to build a people-reaching, culture-shaping local church.
Impartation
Instruction without impartation makes our equipping incomplete. Paul wrote to the Romans saying “I long to see you so that I may impart to you some spiritual gift to make you strong”. Expect to receive an impartation and to be spiritually strengthened at Builders Gathering!
Encouragement
Building a great local church is not for the faint of heart. We need encounters with Jesus to be encouraged as we do the work of making disciples. At Builders Gathering, you will be encouraged by encountering Jesus in worship.
Connection
Have you been called to the vision of building a great local church? You’re not alone! At Builders Gathering, you will connect with people of like-mind and like-faith who are pursuing the same mission.
