Gateway City Church is an intercultural Christian community based in Rotterdam in The Netherlands, close to the Erasmus University campus. Their aim is to spread the good news of Jesus Christ to the nations through multiplying intercultural communities that live as disciples among the lost.

Church planter Alex Ndemezo previously worked for Navigators in Rwanda. He recently completed his Masters of Divinity at Tyndale Theological Seminary in the Netherlands.

Melanie coordinates logistics for GAiN Germany, building partnerships and organizing aid for global crises. She currently leads a team in Armenia that provides aid to families in response to the recent refugee crisis. GAiN has provided relief supplies for basic needs, school supplies for children, college sponorships, livestock to support families’ livelihood, access to water supply and firewood, and home renovations. Melanie’s work reflects a commitment to meeting urgent needs and empowering others to respond compassionately in times of crisis.

Matt and Alex empower marginalized communities in the Global South by equipping locals to run businesses that are sustainable, impactful, and transformative. They collaborate with a group training youth in job skills and storytelling while taking university classes, learning the language, and building relationships. Their work combines practical skills, community empowerment, and spiritual impact to create lasting change.

The Ethnos Church Planting Network equips and resources church plants in diverse communities, focusing on multiplying leaders and empowering congregations to thrive. Believing the church is God’s primary tool to reach the world, Ethnos provides strategic partnerships, training, and support to reach overlooked or disconnected groups. Their vision is a network of churches that preach the gospel and embody Christ’s love in tangible ways.

Pastor Steve Coble and Kristin are planting Refuge Chicago, a Christ-centered, multi-ethnic church focused on discipleship, shaped by Jesus’ love for the sake of others. They envision a church where spiritual formation meets mission, providing a home for those displaced or disillusioned by the pandemic. Refuge seeks to root individuals in faith and foster Kingdom impact through a vibrant, inclusive community.