We hope this page provides you with a better understanding of who we are and answers any questions you may have. We’d love the opportunity to meet you in person at one of our gatherings or special events and share more about our community. If you have any more questions or need further information, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
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Welcome!
We are glad you’re here.
We’re excited for your first visit and hope it’s a warm and welcoming experience! We’d love to meet you, answer any questions about our church, and help you get connected. Please let one of our pastors or greeters know you’re visiting, fill out a connection card, or text the number provided during the service, and be sure to pick up a small gift bag with more information about our church!
The Gathering Baptist Church is one church that meets at two locations. Each campus offers Bible studies for all ages and one worship service. We would love for you to join us at one of our two locations:
Noland Campus:
4505 S Noland Rd, Independence, MO 64055
Bible Study: 9:30 AM, Service Time: 10:45 AM
Plaza Campus:
1500 SW Clark Rd, Blue Springs, MO 64015
Bible Study: 9:30 AM, Service Time: 10:45 AM
At The Gathering, our worship gatherings include four main elements. First, we sing together. Whether through timeless hymns or modern worship songs, we unite as a congregation, lifting our voices in praise to Jesus, who is worthy of our adoration.
Second, we believe in prayer here at The Gathering. We take seriously the Lord’s command to come to him with all of our burdens and all of our requests, knowing that he cares for us. So we take time to pray together corporately asking God to meet with us and draw near to us.
Third, as part of our worship, we give generously our tithes and offerings in response to God’s blessings.
Finally, after singing, praying, and giving, we open the Scriptures, believing God speaks to us through His Word, and we conclude with the preaching of His Word.
Absolutely! Kids of all ages are welcome in the gatherings at both our locations.
Gathering Kids serves children from birth to elementary age. Nursery is available both 9:30 AM and 10:45 AM. Preschool and Elementary classes are available at 9:30 AM as well as Children’s Church during the preaching portion of the service.
Students, grades 6-12, have small groups on Sunday mornings at 9:30 AM and on Sunday evenings The Well has a gathering for Students grades 6-12 from 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Wear whatever you’re most comfortable in. You don’t need to dress up or look any certain way at The Gathering.
Still have questions? We’d love to speak with you.
Our Locations
Upcoming Events
Christmas Night of Worship
Join us for a joyful Christmas Night of Worship on Sunday, December 14 at 6 PM at the Plaza Campus. Come celebrate the season with music, Scripture, and heartfelt praise as we focus our hearts on Jesus. Invite friends and family for this beautiful evening of worship and hope. Stay after to celebrate Pastor Matt and his time at the Gathering with Christmas cookies.
The Longest Night SErvice
Join us for The Longest Night Service on Sunday, December 21 at 7 PM at the Noland Campus. This reflective service offers comfort and hope as we walk alongside those who have lost a loved one to homicide this year. All are welcome to find peace in God’s presence.
Christmas Eve Services
Join us for our Christmas Eve services on Wednesday, December 24. Gather at 4 PM at the Noland Campus or 6 PM at the Plaza Campus. Celebrate Jesus’ birth with candlelight, worship, and Scripture. All are welcome to share in this joyful evening!
Gathering Sunday
Join us for Gathering Sunday on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at 10:45 AM at the Noland Campus. Celebrate the new year together with worship, fellowship, and a fresh start in Christ. Bring friends and family as we come together to honor God and step into 2026 with hope.