This is what he has to say about it:

"The book is entitled, Things I Never Learned in Seminary: From A to Z  (Okay, from Z to A).  As much as I still value my seminary experience, and as much as it laid a strong foundation for my life in ministry, there were many things that just were not a part of the curriculum when I attended seminary.  Some of the topics that I have written about in this book may be things that are now taught in some seminaries, but I would venture to say that most of them are not taught in any formal way.  With some serious sharing, and humor mixed in at various points, I hope that readers will discover new insights for themselves, including offering lay persons a look into some of the challenges of ministry that accompany also great moments of joy.  The book is available at Amazon.com."

Gateway Christian Church is a part of the movement called the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).  On a national level we proclaim that we are "A Movement for Wholeness in a Fragmented World."  In West Los Angeles, where our church family gathers for celebration, study and growing with one another, we strive to live out being a faithful part of that movement for wholeness.

Our tradition is founded upon the belief that we are all God's children.  We live in that tradition as we openly welcome everyone.  We celebrate communion weekly, and all are welcome to Jesus' table.  Indeed, it is Christ who extends the invitation to the table, who meets us in that time, who offers his gifts of bread and cup to everyone.  Join us in celebrating shared life in God, and join us at the table that is set for us.

We are gathering in-person for our Worship Celebrations, beginning at 10:45 a.m. on Sundays.  We do also continue to offer the Worship Celebrations via Zoom at 10:45 a.m. (PST).  You are welcome to join us in-person or on Zoom.  If you would like the Zoom link for the service please email David at gatewaydisciples@gmail.com.

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One of the highlights of our 2018 Advent season was the creation of a work of art during one of our worship celebrations.  Alexi Pyles, a member of our church, painted while the activities of worship went on around her.  People were invited to get up and go and watch her progress during the singing of the carols.  The finished creation is presented here.