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100 South Rock StreetCentralia, WA 98531Gathering: Saturday 5:30 PM (Worship Service)
When to go
Worship and gatherings
- Saturday5:30 PM · Worship Service
- Tuesday8:30 AM · Bible Study
About
Summary
Gather Church in Centralia, WA, is a welcoming community rooted in love and service. We focus on supporting those in need, including the poor, hungry, addicted, and unhoused, through programs like food distribution, housing assistance, and addiction treatment. Our worship services happen Saturday nights at 5:30 PM Worship times.
Details
Gather Church is a community in Centralia, WA, dedicated to serving others through love and compassion. We believe that serving people is a form of worship, and our programs reflect this ethos. Our services include food distribution, housing assistance, addiction treatment, childcare, and more. We focus on those often overlooked by society, providing support with dignity and respect.
Faith and Worship
Gather Church is a Christian congregation that follows the teachings of Jesus. Our worship services happen every Saturday night at 5:30 PM at our sanctuary located at 100 S Rock St, Centralia. These services include music, preaching, and communion. We also offer Bible study on Tuesday mornings at 8:30 AM Worship times.
Services and Ministries
- Food Distribution: We provide food boxes to those in need, either through delivery or in-person pickup. We also serve meals at our café three days a week Food.
- Housing Assistance: We help individuals and families find and maintain affordable housing Housing.
- Addiction Treatment: Our Meds First Clinic offers medication-assisted treatment and harm reduction services Addiction.
- Childcare and Family Support: We provide childcare through our Gather & Grow program and support parents through the Parents As Teachers initiative Children & Families.
- Clothing Bank: We offer a clothing bank where individuals can request and receive clothing items Clothing.
Facilities
- Sanctuary: Our main worship space at 100 S Rock St, Centralia.
- The Atrium: A multipurpose building at 408 W Main St, housing our café, food and clothing bank, and other services.
- Gather Community Services: Located at 727 N Tower Ave, this facility supports our various programs and services.
How We Welcome Newcomers
We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. Our approach is relational, focusing on building connections and providing support without judgment. Whether you're here for a meal, a service, or just to connect, you'll be greeted with love and offered assistance based on your needs About Us.
From Faith Near Me
Gather Church in Centralia, WA, emphasizes love and service through its outreach to marginalized communities. First-time visitors would notice a strong focus on practical support, with worship services held Saturday nights at 5:30 PM in a welcoming sanctuary. The church’s commitment to dignity and compassion is evident in its programs addressing food insecurity, housing, and addiction treatment, fostering a sense of connection for those seeking both spiritual and tangible assistance.
Pros
- Offers clear, specific worship times with services including music, preaching, and communion.
- Provides a range of community programs such as food distribution, housing assistance, and addiction treatment.
- Maintains multiple facilities to support diverse needs, including a sanctuary and a multipurpose café space.
- Prioritizes inclusivity and relational connections for newcomers and those in need.
- Includes family-focused ministries like childcare and parenting support initiatives.
- Delivers food pantry boxes weekly with flexible pickup times for local residents.
Cons
- Assistance may be more readily directed toward specific groups (e.g., unhoused individuals, those with addiction) over broader community needs.
- Volunteer engagement opportunities might not be prominently highlighted or easily accessible for visitors interested in contributing.
- Requests for non-urgent support (e.g., vehicle repairs) may receive limited or delayed attention based on available resources.
- Website navigation for detailed program information could be streamlined for clarity.
- Some visitors may find the church’s primary focus on outreach and social services shifts emphasis away from traditional worship elements.
- Parking and arrival logistics for events or services are not explicitly described on the website.
Reviews from around the web
Public comments we collected from listing sources. Not written on Faith Near Me.
- Tracy Luker (Cowgirl)11 months ago
STOP HELPING THE ADDICT AND QUIT THINKING YOU ARE HELPING!!! YOUR NOT I ANY WAY. almost 37 years in Recovery and very glad i dont have people like you in my life now and Thank God i didnt have people like you in my life when I was trying to get clean.
- Trisha year ago
I so appreciate everything you've done for me and my son. Every week you bring us boxes of fruits and vegetables and meats. It is a blessing. Thank you from the bottom of my heart 💙🐺💚 …
- JayKB2 years ago
My husband and I were actually looking for information about a homeless person who had our car and was evidently living in it. We didn't expect too much help, but we were hoping... having chili, we had hoped to be greeted by... someone weren't. Also, I had wanted to talk about volunteering to help delivering food boxes. No one ever approached us in any way so we could talk about helping. Not to mention a possible lead on our car. We did share a table with a homeless man who opened up and talked freely after awhile. Our car became totally secondary to his problems. We left feeling that we were very blessed! But still had no opening to ask about volunteering. It was also obvious that the person with our car was not a frequent visitor. I was expecting at least some kind of monetary donation jar or something. There wasn't one...which I could understand. But I do wish someone had been there to at least greet us or say... something to us.
- Bryan Groendal5 years ago
This place is just like all the reviews are. A great place and great people. The Pastor and his Wife are Phenomenal. Very warm loving and real Christian folks. A real blessing to the Community of Centralia. The Community would be a much lesser place without this place. I urge all folks doing better than average to give to this church and help them all that you can. Brandy who works for Gather is a really down to earth gal who lives her heart on her sleeve And likes to help people Thumbs up to a great place and even better people.👍👍👍🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲
- THE MANN3 years ago
Called the Salvation Army for help in getting a part for my truck so I could get back to work. They informed me to call The Gather they would help. Called Gather talked to a lady there. Told her what was going on and what kind of help I needed that was on 01/04/23. Told her I needed a small part for my truck that cost $30. She took my information and said she would page the pastor. Let her know information on truck. So now I have waited two days to hear from her and nothing yet as of today. A preacher does keep in touch with his church. I guess if you are not a drug user, homeless or need drug help this church won't help you. Nor I guess this church don't get grants that help regular people. Sorry Gather but I guess Blakely Junktion is more important then someone that tries to lead a good life. Never done drugs, never smoked.....Thanks for the Christian help. I am sure God will reward you. Oh I had a bunch of camping items I was going to donate to help. Three sleeping bags, 4 tents(2 never used), cot, foldable pick nick table, inflatable mattress, pad. But now the dump it all goes. God bless
- Locke Saban (Herb Life Gardening)4 years ago
I have a guest at my motel that was needing assistance with a room so this young woman didn't end up on the streets, they were nice enough to offer help and even hyave me numbers to more resources to help her. Very pleasant and friendly experience talking to them.
- Nikki Rae5 years ago
They're doing great work! If you're in need of some free food during these tough times, go to their website: gatherstockbox.com to get a Food Pantry box delivered to your door on Thursdays between 2-6 pm in Centralia and Friday for the rest of Lewis County. If you need food right now and can't wait till Thursday or Friday, call them and they'll do their best to bring it out to you the same day. Be sure to let tgem know if you have a means to cook or not. If you do they will usually give you some kind if meat to cook! Also check out Salvation Army, they are helping during COVID as well when many other places have closed. Thank you Gather Church for keeping my family Fed and everything else you've done for us when we were in need! Bless you all!
- John Adkison10 years ago
The best church ever, and I have been to many. Excellent community resource. They help everyone they can.
- Micah Dapelo4 years ago
Love this Place, the pastor is such an amazing person and friend. Encouraging people to try this place out. ☺️☺️☺️
- Sam McquiggJr9 years ago
The church true treat You how God would do so always positive
- Dannya year ago
Wonderful place to go and learn recovery
- Victoria Gregory8 years ago
I love this church. Amazing message and very nice people.
- Connie Parks2 years ago
Left a message and never got a return call for a question I had
- Mike Bostwick5 years ago
Staff here are friendly and ready to help with needs
- Anne Petersen6 years ago
Enjoying the service from home during this quarantine time.
- William kaiser3 years ago
A great service to the community
- Barbara Osborn8 years ago
These people really try to help
- Tynika Kinman8 years ago
Amazing people
- Mesac Martinez Mora8 years ago
I felt great, come and experience it for yourself...
Services and facilities
Services
- Food Distribution
- Housing Assistance
- Addiction Treatment
- Childcare And Family Support
- Clothing Bank
Facilities
- Sanctuary
- The Atrium
- Gather Community Services
Events and programs
Food Pantry Box Delivery
weekly
Food pantry boxes delivered to your door on Thursdays between 2-6 PM in Centralia and Fridays for the rest of Lewis County. Same-day delivery available if needed.
Connect
- Phone
- 360.807.4555
- Contact page
- Open contact page