About this Event
Gathering of Strength 5th Year: The Year of Grace
July 17 - July 20, 2025
This year's Gathering is going to be extraordinary! I am honored to invite you to a Weekend of Grace beginning Thursday, July 17, 2025.
Thursday Evening - A Grace-Filled Welcome
A festive Thursday evening will be hosted by "Rev & Rob" as we welcome our out-of-town "Strengthians." The welcome reception will feature a dinner cruise with views of the Statue of Liberty and New York skyline. Pricing Pending: Please indicate your interest for Thursday by completing a Thursday evening interest ticket.
Hotel Accommodations
The Wilshire Grand Hotel is our host venue. Below is the link for your online reservation. If you have questions or need assistance, please do not hesitate to ask. We appreciate your business and look forward to a successful event.
The Wilshire Grand Hotel
The Gathering of Strength
Start Date: Thursday, July 17, 2025
End Date: Sunday, July 20, 2025
Last Day to Book: Monday, June 16, 2025
Hotel offering your special group rate:
Reservation Link
Group Code - GatheringStrength2025
You may adjust your reservations to fit your schedule; there's no requirement to book for the entire duration.
Friday - "Getting Out the Bag with Grace" Workshop - 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Early Bird Pricing: $50.00 available until March 31, 2025.Join us for an inspiring session focused on financial empowerment, faith-driven success, and stepping into the abundance God has planned for you with grace.
Friday Vending Experience – 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
We are excited to offer a dynamic vendor marketplace showcasing a diverse array of businesses, ministries, and entrepreneurs. From faith-based apparel and custom accessories to health and wellness products, there will be something for everyone! Take time to explore, shop, and support our Strengthian community. This is an opportunity to network, invest in kingdom-minded businesses, and find unique gifts and resources to inspire your journey.
Saturday Morning Prayer Breakfast from 8:00 AM - 12:00 Noon
Early Bird Pricing: $70.00 available until March 31, 2025.
No tickets will be sold at the door.
This year's breakfast will welcome you with an assortment of muffins, pastries, croissants, seasonal fruit, fresh berries, and yogurt stations, complemented by coffee and tea. Hot offerings will include sausage, bacon, waffles, potatoes, and a made-to-order omelet station.
Join us for a time of Praise, Prayer, and a Gathering of Grace!
On Saturday, July 19, 2025, from 8:00 AM - 12:00 Noon, we will gather in the Spirit of God and the Fashion of En Blanc, celebrating in all white. Our venue will be beautifully adorned for this sacred occasion, offering both indoor and outdoor seating at the Wilshire Grand’s courtyard.
Saturday Vending Experience – 8:00 AM - 12:00 Noon
We are excited to offer a dynamic vendor marketplace showcasing a diverse array of businesses, ministries, and entrepreneurs. From faith-based apparel and custom accessories to health and wellness products, there will be something for everyone! Take time to explore, shop, and support our Strengthian community. This is an opportunity to network, invest in kingdom-minded businesses, and find unique gifts and resources to inspire your journey.
Saturday Evening - Game Night & Fellowship - 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Join us for an evening of laughter and connection on the Wilshire Grand grounds as we meet, greet, and continue to build strength in community.
Sunday Sunrise - Graceful Stretch, Supplication, and the Lord’s Supper
6:00 AM – We will gather at Eagle Rock Reservation for a morning stretch, prayer, and the sacred serving of the Lord’s Supper.
Essex County Eagle Rock Reservation
Sunday Worship - The Year of Grace
11:00 AM – Worship at New Hope Baptist Church of East Orange, NJ
I can’t wait to see you all there!
Rev. Thurselle C. Williams
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Wilshire Grand Hotel, 350 Pleasant Valley Way, West Orange, United States
USD 0.00 to USD 108.55
