EQUIPPING
WE HAD AN AMAZING TIME AT THE 2026 GATHER SUMMIT IN OXFORD.
VIDEOS FROM THE SUMMIT
glimpseS FROM THE SUMMIT
WHAT’S BEEN YOUR HIGHLIGHT FROM THE SUMMIT?
“The networking, hearing the stories, it’s just so inspirational”
– Steve Prince – Reading
“To be in God’s presence together and to see what He’s doing is wonderful”
– Anita Prince – Reading
“I’ve loved meeting people who are pursuing the same call to unity in different places, discovering common challenges, common successes as well, and through that gaining a whole load of wisdom”
– Steve Jones – Oxford
“The ministry from Dr Sarah Williams, just the focus on the history of the church has given me a greater appreciation for the future of the church”
– Dave Wade – Lincon
“The arts, being able to watch the dance and to have been able to be part of the worship, it’s just been absolutely stunning”
– Sian Wade – Lincoln
“It’s been brilliant to be able to be very real about the pain of the city over years, but out of that to be inspired with fresh hope to go for it again”
– Roger Allan – Bristol
“The mix of the creative aspect of sharing the gospel, of engaging with people. It just stirred up that it’s not just the music and the drama but there’s a whole lot of gifting that God has gifted people”
– Tani Omideyi – Liverpool
A REFLECTION ON TWO DAYS OF UNITY, PRAYER, AND SHARED MISSION
Over two inspiring days in Oxford, leaders from churches, charities, ministries, and civic initiatives from across the UK gathered together for the Gather Movement Summit 2026: ONE LOVE.
Hosted at The King’s Centre, Oxford, the Summit created space for deep connection, honest conversation, worship, creativity, prayer, and practical collaboration around the future of unity movements across our nations.
At this time of intense fragmentation and division in our society, the Summit brought a fresh vision for oneness and unity and to make a prophetic statement that we as the church will choose a different way.
Together we explored three central themes:
- Unity as a Foundation
- Unity as a Centre
- Unity with Overflow
Across the mainstage sessions, seminars, prayer ministry, and informal conversations, a strong sense emerged that God is calling His Church into deeper oneness – not simply agreement, but genuine partnership, friendship, humility, and shared mission for the sake of our towns, cities, and communities.
One of the great strengths of the Summit was the diversity of voices represented. Leaders from over 60 local unity movements, churches, charities, and national organisations shared stories, challenges, and practical wisdom from their contexts. Delegates reflected on everything from prayer strategies and civic engagement to social action mapping, poverty reduction, systems leadership, and long-term planning for place-based collaboration.
We were especially grateful for the contribution of our partners and exhibitors, including, MAF, Bible Society, CAP and Green Pastures, and, whose presence and input enriched the conversations throughout the event. Their commitment to serving communities, equipping churches, and building collaborative mission strongly resonated with the heart of the Summit.
Throughout the two days there were countless moments of encouragement:
- New relationships being formed
- City and regional leaders connecting with one another
- Practical ideas being shared
- Churches and organisations exploring collaboration
- And many meaningful times of prayer and ministry
As Gather Movement continues to support unity movements in more than 150 towns and cities across the UK, the Summit served as a powerful reminder that collaboration rooted in prayer, relationship, and shared purpose remains deeply significant in this moment for our nation.
Thank you to every delegate, speaker, seminar leader, volunteer, partner, exhibitor, and member of the team who helped make the Summit possible.
We are deeply grateful and full of expectation for what comes next.
Recordings of all the mainstage presentations will be available on our website soon…
