First Lineup Of Teachers, Storytellers And Prayer Guides Announced For Historic Global Christian Event, Gather25

Jennie Allen, Louie Giglio, Priscilla Shirer, Matt Redman, Sadie Robertson Huff And More Among The 70+ Faith Leaders Participating

Leaders from every continent set to participate. See the first round of participants,

here: https://www.gather25.com/leaders.

On March 1st, 2025, more than 70 Christian leaders from every continent will gather the world together for moments of teaching, prayer, worship and sermons for the world’s first-of its kind international gathering of Christians, Gather25.

The 25-hour event, founded by Jennie Allen, will feature well-known Americans including Priscilla Shirer, Louie Giglio, Sadie Robertson Huff and others, in addition to leaders from the UK, South America, Africa, Asia, Oceania and Eastern Europe.

See the initial lineup of participants (more to be announced), here: https://www.gather25.com/leaders.

Gather25 will include 7 in-person events across 6 continents, which will be broadcast to every participant across the 25 hours.

In September, several of those involved in Gather25 took over social media to share about how Gather25 will bring together and tell the story of the global church like never before. See a clip of their messages, here: instagram.com/p/DABpbZUvL44.

For interview inquiries, please fill out this form.

More than 5,000 Gather Groups have been registered so far, including groups in the USA, Canada, Mexico, UK, Germany, Pakistan, Singapore, India, Malaysia, Samoa, Australia, Rwanda, Burundi, South Africa, Cameroon, Nigeria, Congo, Côte D’Ivoire, Benin, Kenya, Zimbabwe, Ghana, Brazil, Costa Rica, Trinidad and Tobago and United Arab Emirates. Gather Group registration is open, here: gather25.com/groups. 

An event that transcends cultural and geographical boundaries, Gather25 marks the first time it has been possible for the global church to gather in this way thanks to AI translation technology, broadcast capabilities and more. Learn more about the event at gather25.com.

For the broadcast schedule, visit: gather25.com/#schedule.

Learn more about the Gather25 Participants:

JENNIE ALLEN

Jennie Allen, Bible teacher, author, and visionary founder of IF:Gathering, is now leading a new movement as the Founder & Visionary of Gather25, a 25-hour gathering of the global Church. Fueled by a deep love for God, Jennie’s mission is to equip and inspire a generation of Jesus followers to live boldly and authentically in their faith.

A passionate leader responding to God’s call to spark faith-filled living, Jennie is the New York Times best-selling author of Get Out of Your Head, Untangle Your Emotions, and Find Your People. She holds a master’s degree in Biblical Studies from Dallas Theological Seminary and lives in Dallas, Texas, with her husband, Zac, and their four children.

CHRISTIAN BARBOSU

Cristian Barbosu is the senior pastor of Harvest Church of Arad, Romania. He has a B.A. degree from the Moody Bible Institute in Chicago, a Th.M. from Dallas Theological Seminary and a Ph.D. from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. He is married to Anne, a French believer, who grew up in a missionary family in Africa and holds degrees in theology and counseling. Cristian and Anne have three trilingual daughters and a granddaughter. 

FRANCIS CHAN

Francis Chan is the best-selling author of Crazy Love, Forgotten God, and You and Me Forever. Currently, Francis is planting churches in the San Francisco area (wearechurch.com). Together, Francis and his wife Lisa raise their seven children in Northern California. 

TASHA COBBS LEONARD

In less than a decade, GRAMMY® Award-winning singer/songwriter Tasha Cobbs Leonard has become one of the most iconic artists in Gospel music history. Winner of the Billboard Music Award for Top Gospel Artist for the past two years, her latest radio single, “You Know My Name (Live),” recently climbed to #1, while her career-launching hit, “Break Every Chain,” was recently certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).

Tasha Cobbs Leonard’s 2013 debut album, Grace, continues to be one of the highest-selling albums of the past five years. With her 2015 follow-up, One Place Live, she earned another GRAMMY nomination and multiple accolades, including two Billboard Music Award nominations and a BET Award nomination. Her 2017 project, Heart. Passion. Pursuit. was the highest-selling new release of 2017 and remains the longest-running #1 Gospel album in over three years. 

JOHN MARK COMER

John Mark Comer is the New York Times bestselling author of Practicing the Way, The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry, Live No Lies and four previous books. He's also the Founder and Teacher of Practicing the Way, a simple, beautiful way to integrate spiritual formation into your church or small group. Prior to starting Practicing the Way, he spent almost twenty years pastoring Bridgetown Church in Portland, and working out apprenticeship to Jesus in the post-Christian West. He lives in Los Angeles.

NICKY & PIPPA GUMBEL

Nicky and Pippa Gumbel are the pioneers of Alpha, an introduction to the Christian faith running in churches of all denominations in 147 countries. Nicky has written several best-selling books including Why Jesus?, Questions of Life, and The Jesus Lifestyle. Having initially trained as a barrister, Nicky went on to be Vicar of Holy Trinity Brompton – a large central London church – which he ran, together with Pippa, for 17 years. Nicky and Pippa now work to support Alpha globally. They are also the authors of a daily Bible commentary, “The Bible with Nicky and Pippa Gumbel,” which has had over 9 million users.

KARI JOBE & CODY CARNES

For as long as Cody and Kari can remember, they’ve both loved Jesus, had a heart for worship, and been passionate about entering into God’s presence. It’s a calling that propels them in life, unites them in marriage, and is unquestionably felt through their music. As a couple, their ministry is simply a reflection of what they hold most dear: knowing Jesus and helping others know Him too.

Now residing in Nashville, Tennessee, Kari and Cody are committed to traveling the globe, helping people encounter God through their collaborative music and ministry in real, personal ways. When not on tour, they cherish time at home with their two boys, Canyon and Kingston, and they both regularly serve at their church, The Belonging Co.

DR. CHARLES MUGISHA

Dr. Charles Buregeya Mugisha is the Founder and President of Africa New Life Ministries, a faith-based organization that transforms lives in Rwanda through educational sponsorship, youth and women empowerment, healthcare initiatives, leadership training, food distribution, and other significant areas contributing to the sustainable development of Rwanda. His life’s work focuses on transforming the lives and communities of those suffering from poverty and lack of educational opportunities by teaching the gospel of Jesus Christ, building schools, and acting compassionately. Charles is married to Florence Mugisha and together they have raised five children.

MATT REDMAN

Matt Redman is a double GRAMMY®-Award winning worship leader and songwriter. His ministry journey has taken him to countries such as South Korea, South Africa, India and Australia - as well as traveling extensively through much of Europe. Along the way he has sung in venues such as Madison Square Garden, Berlin’s Olympic Stadium, and the Royal Albert Hall - as well as recorded in iconic studios such as Abbey Road and Capitol Records. Matt’s songs include, “The Heart of Worship,” “Blessed Be Your Name,” “Son of Suffering,” and “10,000 Reasons.”

Originally from the UK, Matt currently resides in California with his wife Beth and their five children. Beyond music he is the author of seven books on worship and also hosts WOR/TH conferences, pursuing healthy theology in our worship songs and services.

PRISCILLA SHIRER 

Priscilla Shirer is a wife and mom first, but put a Bible in her hand and a message in her heart, and you’ll see why thousands meet God in powerful, personal ways at her conferences and through her Bible Study resources. She is a The New York Times Best-Selling author of more than two dozen books and has had featured roles in movies like War Room (2015), I Can Only Imagine (2018), Overcomer (2019), and The Forge (2024).

ANDRÉS SPYKER

Andres Spyker (Uruapan, Mexico), is the senior pastor of Másvida Church, a Christian church with a strong focus on the practical teaching of the Bible and a dynamic growth that has led him to plant locations in different cities in Mexico, the United States, Venezuela and Spain.

Andres' greatest passion is to help people in their relationship with God and to develop leaders in every area of life. You can connect with his weekly messages through his television programs, podcasts and social networks.

In addition, he is the author of the books Predicación al Siguiente Nivel (Next Level Preaching) on the art of communicating effectively and Solo Quiero Que Sepas (I Just Want You to Know)on marriage.

Andres is married to Kelly and they are the parents of three children: Jared, Lucas and Sofia.

RORISANG THANDEKISO

Rorisang Thandeka Thandekiso was born in Bloemfontein and later raised in the Vaal, south of Johannesburg.

In 2008, Rorisang was named Seventeen Magazine’s “Next Big Thing.” She was subsequently head-hunted to join the popular kid’s television program, YO TV. She went on to present shows like SABC 1’s “Mzansi Insider” and One Gospel’s “Women of Purpose” amongst many other television productions.

Rorisang is no stranger to the music and radio space. She is a band member of the eclectic funky band Muzart and is currently hosting: “Command Your Day” every weekday from 5am to 6am. She is the founder of the “Jesus This Jesus That” organization, which aims to crusade through South Africa and spread the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ. Through the same platform, she hosts Bible Study every Thursday at 7pm on Instagram Live. 

JON TYSON

Jon Tyson is a New York City based Pastor and Author. Originally from Adelaide, Australia, Jon moved to the US over two decades ago to seek and cultivate renewal in the Western church. He is the author of the best selling books Fighting Shadows,  The Intentional Father,  and Beautiful Resistance. He graduated from Capital Seminary and serves as the lead pastor of Church of the City New York. Jon has been married to Christy for twenty-five years and has two adult children.

MARK VARUGHESE

Mark Varughese is the Founder and Senior Leader of Kingdomcity – a growing, vibrant church movement in multiple locations around the world.

Along with his wife, Jemima, and a rising, gifted team of passionate pastors and strategic leaders in multiple nations, Kingdomcity is quickly expanding into a global movement with seeds now in Africa, the Middle East, Europe, Asia and Australia – in first-world and developing world settings.

Mark authored his first book Ready, Fire! Aim, which captures his personal journey and the Kingdomcity story on paper. It is an inspiring life story interwoven with a common thread of faith and risk and it is available for purchase here. Apart from preaching on stage, you would also often find Mark on the piano. He works closely with the worship team and has written multiple songs that continue to give powerful and passionate musical expression to God-centred worship in Kingdomcity. To listen to Kingdomcity’s original songs, click here.

Follow Mark on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn or watch on YouTube.

RICK WARREN

A Time magazine cover article named Rick Warren the most influential spiritual leader in America and one of the 100 most influential people in the world.

Tens of millions of copies of Pastor Rick’s books have been published in 200 languages.  His best known books, The Purpose Driven Lifeand The Purpose Driven Church, were named three times in national surveys of pastors (by Gallup, Barna, and Lifeway) as the two most helpful books in print.

Rick and his wife Kay founded Saddleback Church, the Purpose Driven Network, the PEACE Plan and Hope for Mental Health. He is cofounder of Celebrate Recovery with John Baker.

ABOUT GATHER25:

Gather25 is a historic, worldwide gathering, inviting every Christian – of every denomination – from every continent – to come together on March 1st, 2025 for 25 hours of prayer, worship, repentance and commissioning. The mission is to mobilize the world’s 2.5 billion Christians to share the Gospel with the 5.5 billion people who do not know God. Through live-streaming technology and AI, Gather25 will connect with Christians in homes, in churches, in stadiums, or on their phones, across six continents, with each continent hosting a portion of the 25 hours. The original vision for Gather25 was cast by Jennie Allen. 

Learn more about Gather25 at gather25.com.

Facebook: Gather25

Instagram: @gather25

YouTube: @gather25

TikTok: @gather_25

Please find further information and frequently asked questions here: gather25.com/faqs 

Hear Gather25’s mission, here: youtube.com/watch?v=p27d9ZcFEqo 

ABOUT JENNIE ALLEN:

American author, speaker, and visionary of Gather25 Jennie Allen, has been inviting women from around the world to follow Jesus and to disciple others to do the same for over a decade through IF:Gathering. With a dream and vision to gather the global Church, Jennie began assembling a team for Gather25 in 2023.

Find out more about Jennie’s ministry: jennieallen.com 

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