Congratulations, Blake!
8/11/2010 10:58:35 AM
Narrow Gate Graduate Blake Scurlock will graduate Saturday, August 14th from Middle Tennessee State University with a degree in finance. Since his graduation from Narrow Gate, Blake has worked full-time to put himself through school. He currently works at U.S. Bank and lives in Nashville. Blake, also known as "Blazer" in the Narrow Gate family, plans to attend graduate school in the next few years in order to become an actuary. Congratulations, Blake! We are so proud of you.Pictured: Blake Scurlock and his girlfriend, Megan McClane, at Narrow Gate's Gather at the Gate fundraiser in May.
"God Talks" at Christ Church's Sunday PM Service
8/11/2010 10:03:35 AM
Join us the next three Sundays at Christ Church in Nashville for "God Talks," a series of sermons delivered by Narrow Gate Executive Director Bill Spencer. Bill will lead us as we explore several familiar Biblical passages with an aim to view them within the context they were written, then relate the inherent lessons to our lives. Whether you attend Christ Church or not, we'd love to see you at 6:30 p.m. for Sunday PM, a contemporary worship service, August 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th. Be sure and bring a friend who would like to learn more about Narrow Gate or is looking for a deeper relationship with God. For directions, visit www.christchurchnashville.org. For more information, contact Allie Davis at allie@narrowgatefoundation.org.
Here's the schedule:August 15th - "God Talks" service with a Christ Church worship team CD release party afterward
August 22nd - "God Talks" service with a hangout time with pizza and a chance to ask Bill questions
August 31st - Final "God Talks" service with another hangout time with pizza and a Q and A with Bill
Father-Son Retreat at Deer Run
8/9/2010 11:33:37 AM
Narrow Gate's Executive Director Bill Spencer will be the guest speaker at a Father-Son Adventure Weekend at Deer Run Retreat Center Friday, August 13 - Sunday, August 15th. Rob Rogers, a co-founder of Narrow Gate, will join him to lead worship at this weekend-long opportunity for dads to bond with their sons in a life-changing way. Enjoy amateur fishing and 3-D archery tournaments, wiffle ball, paintball, swimming and more on Deer Run's property in Thompsons Station. Narrow Gate is so blessed by the support and partnership that exists between our ministry and that of Deer Run. For more information or to register for the weekend, visit www.DeerRunRetreat.org or call 615-794-2918.
Pictured: The Lodge at Deer Run Retreat Center in Thompsons Station, TN.
Graduation of Luke DeVries and John Ritter
7/29/2010 10:21:50 AM
Narrow Gate celebrated the graduation of Luke DeVries and John Ritter at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, August 8th in the Big Barn on Narrow Gate's property. What a blessing to listen to these young men as they shared what God has done in their lives over the past eight months.
To view a video of John Ritter giving his Vision and Purpose statement on facebook, CLICK HERE.Thanks to everyone who came out!
Pictured: Luke DeVries and John Ritter, the recent graduates, help in the kitchen in Narrow Gate's Lodge.
Ryan "Rhino" Behrendsen's Home-going
7/27/2010 12:35:51 PM
On July 24, 2010 Narrow Gate celebrated the home-going of one of its own. Ryan Behrendsen of Ft. Wayne, Ind., was called home to heaven after 24 years of life on this earth. A large crowd of family and friends gathered together last Saturday to celebrate the memory of times shared together and to tell stories of the joyful, dedicated man that they call friend. His time on this earth serves as a reminder that life is more accurately measured by the impact it has on others rather than by the volume of its minutes. A “short” life should never be mistaken for an incomplete life. Ryan’s smile, perseverance and love for God infected everyone he encountered, and we will anxiously await the day when we are physically rejoined with him and our Savior, Jesus. See you soon, Rhino!
Narrow Gate Missions Update
7/16/2010 3:26:34 PM
Narrow Gate graduates continue to be sent out to various parts of the world to serve in missions. Kappel Cloninger, Ryan Wiman and Alex Eagle are currently in Israel with Caleb Company, a leadership training program based out of Belmont Church in Nashville. Kappel will head to Ethiopia after Israel to continue serving and spreading the love of Christ. Adam Stoner will be in China for the third year in a row to minister to the youth of the nation. Finally, Jeremy "Bear" Thurber will be returning after serving in New Zealand for the past year. We look forward to welcoming him home! Please pray for all our missionaries on the field; pray for peace, wisdom and grace to minister Christ to all they meet. To stay up-to-date on Narrow Gate Missions, visit www.narrowgatefoundation.org/missions.
Mission Trip to Narrow Gate: Betenbough Homes
6/7/2010 4:00:29 PM
Last week a group of 23 from Betenbough Homes ventured to Narrow Gate in order to serve on our property. Betenbough Foundation, the giving arm of the Lubbock, Texas-based construction company, awarded Narrow Gate a grant last August then asked if employees and their families could come and help out. While on the property, the men completed work projects such as tearing down the old forge and improving our campsites. The women and children worked in the garden and office and helped prepare meals each day. We are so grateful for the generosity of Betenbough Homes and the group's hard work during their stay here! If you have a group that is interested in volunteering at Narrow Gate, please contact Allie Davis at allie@narrowgatefoundation.org. Pictured: Jerrod and Josh, volunteers from Betenbough Homes, work on a camping shelter on the property. For more pictures of the Betenbough group at work, please visit our Gallery.
Graduating Class of June 2010
5/27/2010 9:20:50 AM
On June 6th Narrow Gate celebrated the graduation of Avi Shishkoff, Adam Newburn, Daniel Jenkins 
and Russell Borchers. These young men have completed the requirements of our discipleship experience and proven themselves prepared to walk into the next steps of their journey. What a joy to listen as they shared what God has put on their hearts as their "vision and purpose" and to congratulate them as they move on from this season. Pictured: Daniel and Avi, two of the graduates, spend time together during a trip to Southlake, Texas.
and Russell Borchers. These young men have completed the requirements of our discipleship experience and proven themselves prepared to walk into the next steps of their journey. What a joy to listen as they shared what God has put on their hearts as their "vision and purpose" and to congratulate them as they move on from this season. Pictured: Daniel and Avi, two of the graduates, spend time together during a trip to Southlake, Texas.
Narrow Gate's First Annual Gather at the Gate Event
5/6/2010 11:41:22 AM
Join us for the first annual Gather at the Gate at 6 p.m. on May 29th in the Big Barn for an evening celebrating and supporting God's work at Narrow Gate! The evening will feature dinner, a silent auction and entertainment provided by Anthony Skinner and his band.Tickets are $40 for a single and $75 for a couple. Seating is limited, so purchase your tickets soon! For more information and tickets, CLICK HERE.
Update: "Narrow Gate" or "Flood Gate"
5/3/2010 1:19:02 PM
Thank you all for your concern and prayers! We were able to make it in to the property this morning, despite significant damage to the roads leading to the lodge. Praise God: All our structures (the Lodge, both barns, etc.) are fine. There was a little flooding in both the barns, but nothing significant. The lodge is in perfect condition! No water got in anywhere, and though the power was out at some times over the past couple days, it was not out long enough to affect our food supply. God is good to us! The most damage is in the driveway at the entrance of the property, where patches of the road have been wiped out. The most extensive work will need to be done on our culvert pipes and the bridge leading into the property. We are all hard at work cleaning up what we can right now, but it will take time and professional help to make all the repairs.
We are so grateful for God's protection and provision in the midst of tragic destruction all around us. Check out images of the damage in our photo gallery. Updated - 1:15 p.m, Monday, May 3rd.
"Narrow Gate" or "Flood Gate": Everyone is fine!
5/2/2010 12:55:49 PM
We've received many calls in the past 24 hours regarding our safety during this incredible season of flooding throughout Middle Tennessee. EVERYONE HERE IS FINE! The staff and students of Narrow Gate spent yesterday at the Global Perspectives Conference hosted by Chuck Missler and the Koinonia Institute of Cour d'Alene, ID. During the conference, "...the rains came down and the floods came up" (as the song says). At 3 pm we left Grace Chapel in Leiper's Fork (the conference site) and attempted to get back to our property. At 7 pm we checked into the Holiday Inn Express at I-65 and TN 412. We are safe, dry, well-fed, rested and filled with gratitude for the things we learned at the conference as well as the truth that we already possess, which tells us that our contentment is never based in circumstance (Philippians 4:11). Rather, we give thanks in everythying for this is the will of God (I Thessalonians 5:18)! We have not seen our property and we do not know how extensive the damage will be once we arive home. But this we do know: Our God is able to provide all our needs according to His riches in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:19). Stay tuned for pictures on the home page and in our new photo gallery once we arrive home and begin the process of repairing all that has been damaged. By: Bill Spencer - 1:00pm, Sunday, May 2
Baptisms: Frank Crabtree, Lukas DeVries and Kenneth Fulmer
4/29/2010 2:54:56 PM
Praise God for the new life of Frank, Lukas and Kenneth! These young men were baptized by Staff Member Eric "Boots" Davis at Grace Chapel Church Sunday, April 25th. All three are currently students in the Community level of Narrow Gate. Pictured: Kenneth Fulmer giving thanks to God for His transforming work in his life.
Narrow Gate Attends the Global Impact Celebration
4/29/2010 2:49:39 PM
Narrow Gate staff and students traveled to Dayton, Ind. April 21st to attend the annual missions conference at Dayton United Methodist Church (DUMC). The Global Impact Celebration (GIC) brings together all the missionaries the church supports for a time of testifying about what God has done and refreshing the congregation and the missionaries in preparation for future ministry. We are so thankful for the support and hospitality of DUMC for the past several years and were honored to be a part of the GIC again this year! Bill Spencer, director, spoke Friday night at the conference before the group travelled home Saturday.
Narrow Gate in Southlake, TX (again!)
4/5/2010 12:41:39 PM
For the second time this year, the family at Southlake Church opened their hearts to the guys from Narrow Gate. For four days, we spent time in the Word and in worship together to learn more about becoming a disciple of Jesus. The congregation at Southlake Church is a fellowship of spirit-led, loving individuals who are passionate about reaching their community with the love of Christ. You can learn more about their church by visiting www.southlakechurch.org. Narrow Gate Executive Director Bill Spencer shared six different messages over the four-day period, which started with an Easter day celebration. The church has begun posting some of those lessons, and you can download them by visiting the Southlake Church Web site and going to their Resources section. If you'd like to have Bill speak at your church, please contact us at office@narrowgatefoundation.org
Next Graduation - Sunday, June 6th
3/30/2010 3:00:00 PM
Narrow Gate continues to send young men into the life that God has designed for them. Kris, Kevin, Andrew and Chris recently graduated into their new life pursuits, which include music business, welding, an intern position with a home church, and attendance at the Grace School of ministry. If you've never experienced a Narrow Gate Graduation, we would like to invite you to join us at 3 p.m. June 6th at Narrow Gate's Big Barn on the Leatherwood Forge property as we celebrate the graduation of Avi, Russel, Adam and Daniel. Join us as we honor the journey of these young men. For directions, please click here.
Narrow Gate Visits Birmingham
3/30/2010 2:54:00 PM
Narrow Gate and Grace School of Ministry Graduate Ian Gilchrist currently serves as the youth pastor at Brewster Road Alliance Church in Birmingham, Ala. Recently, Narrow Gate staff and students traveled to Birmingham to help lead a church-wide youth retreat for Ian and his kids. It was a great three-day event, and lives were touched by the preaching of the Word and the worship led by NG graduates and students. If you'd like for Narrow Gate to visit your church or speak to your youth group, please contact us at office@narrowgatefoundation.org.
The Narrow Gate Book is Finally Here
3/30/2010 2:53:00 PM
The Narrow Gate book has finally arrived hot off the press and is ready for purchase! To learn more about this published journey, to view some sample pages or to order your copy, please click here.
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