BEHOLD: A Story Worth Celebrating. A Future Worth Gathering For
By Cathie Ostapchuk
At Gather we believe this is the moment when we need to pause long enough to behold what God has done - to see the people, the courage and the faithfulness that have brought us here. And then, together, to ask what comes next.
For ten years, Gather Women has contended for the voice, visibility and value of women in the Canadian Church. We have witnessed women find their people, strengthen their leadership and say yes to what God has placed before them. There is a story here worth telling, and so many women who are part of it.
On January 22–23, 2027, at Heartland A Church Connected in Mississauga, we are bringing that story into the room.
BEHOLD is an invitation to celebrate our first decade and take your place in the next.
Why Friday? Because the story deserves a celebration.
Friday, January 22 — The Gather Celebration & Generosity Table/Fundraiser
Come for an evening of stunning worship, creativity, stories, shared tables, and gratitude. We will honour the women and friends who have helped carry this movement, celebrate what God has done, and share the vision unfolding for Gather’s next decade. Women, friends, supporters and male allies are warmly welcome. Whether you have walked with Gather for years or are discovering us now, come meet the people behind the story and consider how you might help make room for what comes next.
Why Saturday? Because your calling deserves care.
Saturday, January 23 — The Gather Leadership Table
Many women are carrying responsibility in their churches, workplaces, organizations and communities. They are building something, serving faithfully and asking how to keep growing without losing themselves along the way.
Saturday creates room for those conversations. Through teaching, voices across generations and meaningful exchanges around the table, we will explore Formation, Conversation, Courage and Influence—and what it means to build a life that can carry your calling.
Come with your questions, your experience and your hopes for the year ahead. Come ready to receive, contribute and connect.
And who will be joining us?
We will reveal the voices helping shape BEHOLD over the coming weeks. Each brings something meaningful to the conversation, and we cannot wait to introduce them.
Registration launches October 15—Early Bird rates available!
You won’t want to miss this. Seats are limited. Save January 22–23, invite someone you would love beside you, and be ready to reserve your place when registration opens.
There is much to behold. And there is room for your story in what comes next.