Join Us For Worship
Sunday
10:45 AM Adult Worship
Kids Worship
6:30 AM Evening Worship
Wednesday
7:00 PM Adult LifeGroups
Teen Worship
AWANA Kids Bible Clubs
Welcome,
Here at Gateway, we desire to be a people passionate in our love for the Lord and for others. We are excited to worship with you today, and we sincerely hope that you will feel welcomed and at home.
-Pastor Brent Patrick
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About Us
Strategically located just outside the heart of Virginia Beach Town Center and easily accessed by I-264, Gateway is a vibrant fellowship dedicated to proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ. We desire to be a people passionate in our love for the Lord and for others. Whether you are new to the area or just to our church, we sincerely hope that you will feel welcomed and at home.
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What To Expect
We understand that visiting a new place can be intimidating. At Gateway, we promise a warm welcome from people the moment you enter the building. Please stop by the information center in the main foyer where we will be happy to assist you. Gateway is a church designed to encourage spiritual growth in a safe and healthy environment. We value our visitors and welcome you as an honored guest.
Our Beliefs
We believe the Bible to be the Word of God and we hold to the doctrines of the Trinity; salvation by trusting in Jesus Christ; repentance from sin; and that Christians are to live lives separate from conformities to this world.
Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost
Matthew 28:19
Ministries
Children
We know that your child is your most valuable possession. At Gateway we strive to provide your child with safe, wholesome, and exciting programs which promote character and spiritual growth.
Programs:
Kid’s Worship | Sunday 10:45AM
AWANA | Wednesday 7PM
Upward Sports, camps, activities, and more
Contact: Michael Smith
Women
Gateway women’s ministry, Flourish, seeks to provide opportunities where our ladies can intentionally use their gifts and abilities to encourage, uplift, and strengthen one another. We have a variety of ways you can get involved.
Programs:
LifeGroups | Wednesday 7PM
Spring/Fall Bible Study Electives
Contact: Paula Patrick
Men
Our men’s ministry is designed for relational discipleship to be at the core of what we do. Whether it’s on the softball field or at the breakfast table, Christ should be the link that binds us together and defines how we act and react to one another.
Programs:
LifeGroups | Wednesday 7PM
Contact: Pastor Brent Patrick
Teens
Gateway’s student ministry seeks to provide a community of fellowship for our teens that fosters growth in faith and knowledge of Christ. Regular activities include Wednesday night Bible studies, retreats, camps, and mission trips.
Programs:
Serve the City | Wednesday 3:30PM
Bible Study | Wednesday 7PM
Camps, activities, and more
Contact: Michael Smith
LifeGroups
LifeGroups are an integral part of our adult ministry at Gateway. Whether you’re just starting college or enjoying retirement, we all need a group in which we can connect, build relationships, and grow in the Lord. Our adult discipleship LifeGroups meet on Wednesday evenings at 7:00pm. Find a place to connect and belong!
Contact: Paula Patrick
Bus
Since September of 1971, Gateway has seen literally thousands of children and their families come to Sunday school and church! Some of our own church and school staff came to us as a result of being saved through the bus ministry.
Contact: Bob Freeman
Academy
Gateway Christian Academy is a private Christian school which is interested in educating the whole person. We feel that it is vitally important to train young people spiritually, academically, socially and physically.
Contact: Pam Werner
Senior Saints
Our Senior Saints ministry
is full of vitality and adventure. This ministry seeks to offer community, encouragement, and fun times. Our group meets regularly for dinners, daytrip outings, and Bible study.
Programs:
LifeGroups | Sunday 9:30 & Wednesday 7PM
Bi-Weekly Dinners | Friday 4:00 PM
DayTrip Outings | Monthly
Contact: Paula Patrick
Sermon Archive
- Apr 14, 2019The Heart of Easter
- Apr 7, 2019Intentional 15 Lasting Friendships
- Apr 7, 2019Intentional 14 Healthy Families
- Mar 31, 2019Intentional 13 Fervent Prayer
- Mar 24, 2019Intentional 12 Gospel Impact
- Mar 17, 2019Intentional 11 Relevant Teaching
- Mar 10, 2019Intentional 10 Relational Worship
- Mar 10, 2019Intentional 09 Move Through the Process
- Mar 3, 2019Sunday Time Change Preview
- Mar 3, 2019Intentional 08 Be An Encourager
News & Events
Gateway is excited to host the God’s Man Conference this year on April 26-27! Be challenged by inspiring messages from our speakers – Scott Coghill, Christian Powell, and Heath Ferguson. Registration is now open for teen boys and men.
Contact Us
Gateway Free Will Baptist Church
5473 Virginia Beach Blvd.
Virginia Beach, Virginia 23462
5473 Virginia Beach Blvd.
Virginia Beach, Virginia 23462
