Question 1

Do I have to attend church to go to the movies?

Accepted Answer

No.
You do not need to attend the church or participate in any church activities to enjoy a movie. The theater is open to everyone in the community.

Question 2

Do I have to believe what the church believes?

Accepted Answer

No.
There is no expectation or requirement to share the church’s beliefs in order to attend a movie.

Question 3

Will there be preaching or religious messaging before movies?

Accepted Answer

No.
Movies will begin as expected, without sermons, prayer, or religious programming.

Question 4

Do theater profits go to the church?

Accepted Answer

No.
All revenue stays with the theater to support operations, staffing, and maintenance. The church does not receive theater profits.

Question 5

Is the theater owned by the church?

Accepted Answer

No.
The theater is a separate nonprofit organization with its own leadership, finances, and operations.

Question 6

What kind of movies will be shown?

Accepted Answer

We will show mainstream, family-friendly and teen-appropriate films intended for a wide community audience.

Question 7

Will you only show Christian movies?

Accepted Answer

No.
The theater will show a variety of popular and family-appropriate films. Christian movies may be shown occasionally but are not the sole focus.

Question 8

Who is the theater for?

Accepted Answer

Everyone.
You are welcome regardless of background, beliefs, or church involvement.

This is a community movie theater—no church attendance, beliefs, or involvement required.

Question 9

Do you host community events?

Accepted Answer

Yes.
The theater may host community events that align with its mission to provide safe, family-friendly entertainment and gathering space.

Question 10

Are kids 2 and under free?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if they will be sitting on a lap during the movie.

Question 11

What is the price per ticket?

Accepted Answer

$6.50

Question 12

Do you have concessions?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we offer fresh movie theater popcorn, soda, candy, and water. Our concessions are reasonably priced, so the whole family can enjoy the experience.

Question 13

Is The Gathering Cinema volunteer-run?

Accepted Answer

Yes, no one working at the cinema is paid. Everyone volunteers their time because they love our community.

Question 14

When will you be showing new releases?

Accepted Answer

We are currently evaluating our community’s response by starting with second-run movies. Second-run films help us keep overhead low, grow our volunteer base, and keep prices affordable. New releases incur extra costs, require upgraded equipment, more volunteers, and will significantly raise our ticket and concession prices to cover the financial burden on the theater. Our goal is to eventually show new releases on multiple screens; at the same time, we must ensure the theater remains sustainable for years to come.

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