Pastor Clay welcomes Marco Luna, Lead Pastor of The Gathering Church in Oak Cliff, Dallas. Pastor Marco shares the journey of planting The Gathering Church in 2010 through the North Texas District and reflects on sixteen years of ministry marked by faith, perseverance, and a deep commitment to reaching second and third generation Hispanic families.

This conversation explores the unique calling to minister in Oak Cliff and the importance of creating a church home for English speaking Latino believers who often feel overlooked or underserved. Pastor Marco discusses how the church began with only his immediate family and how God has faithfully added new believers over the years, many of whom had no previous church background.

Pastor Clay and Pastor Marco also address the challenges facing pastors and churches in recent years, particularly in the aftermath of the pandemic. They speak candidly about leadership pressures, the necessity of honoring the Sabbath, and the spiritual discipline of guarding one’s heart. Emphasis is placed on maintaining personal devotion to Christ, prioritizing marriage and family, and remaining faithful in both small and significant decisions.

Special Announcement: Groundbreaking Celebration – March 14 at 1:00 PM A special announcement is made regarding the upcoming groundbreaking celebration for Dallas Metro on Saturday, March 14th at 1:00 p.m. This milestone represents continued dedication to serving children and families throughout the community. The vision is to complete this project debt-free and remain focused on the mission of reaching the next generation with the Gospel. For more information about the groundbreaking and ways to partner financially, please visit dallasmetro.org and select the “All In” page. Thank you for tuning in. If this episode has encouraged you, please like, share, and subscribe to help us continue spreading the message of hope and faith!