Are you ready to Arch your expectations for 2026?
The MCCGSL team is cooking up something bigger than a Provel-topped pizza and sweeter than Gooey Butter Cake! We are thrilled to invite you to the MCC West Central USA Network Gathering, hosted right here in St. Louis, MO, from Friday, October 16th to Sunday, October 18th.
Our theme is GATEWAY, and we aren’t just talking about the big shiny monument in our backyard. We are opening the doors to a "Gateway" of possibilities:
Gateway to Participation for all people
Gateway to Community, Liberation, and a Thriving Church
Gateway to the Digital Space
Gateway to Reconnection
The "Meet Me in St. Louis" Itinerary (In the Works!):
Friday: A "smartie-pants" optional educational session in the afternoon, followed by a "Meet & Greet" social that evening (Toasted Ravioli, anyone?).
Saturday: A morning panel of powerhouse speakers, followed by a "Walk the Walk" activity where we put our faith into action. We’ll cap the night with an event focused on building deep relationships.
Sunday: A massive, unified worship celebration! We’re inviting home congregations from near and far to join us online so we can be one big "Spirit of St. Louis."
We Need Your Steering!
Like a riverboat pilot on the Mississippi, we need you to help us navigate. To make this an adventure for everyone, please share your insights on the following:
Headcount: Roughly how many folks from your congregation should we plan for?
The Vibe Check: Does the "Gateway" theme resonate with your community?
The "Missing Ingredient": What are we missing? What is most important to you?
Don’t be a "Cardinal" sin and stay silent! We want to hear your voice. Please send your feedback, ideas, and "million-dollar" budget answers to WestCentralUSANetwork@mccchurch.net, who will report back to the planning team.
Let’s make 2026 a year of incredible breakthroughs. We can’t wait to welcome you to St. Louis!