"You prepare a table for me... surely your goodness and love will follow me..." Psalm 23:5-6
What an unforgettable night at the Come to the Table Gala! From the moment guests arrived, the sense of family was tangible. Tables were filled with laughter, worship, and heartfelt connection—reminding us once again that God is moving powerfully at the table.
We worshiped under the anointing of Jon Bunn, whose songs lifted the room in a beautiful spirit of unity and surrender. Then, as Lewis and Rachel shared The Story of 2025 – God Moving at the Table, we were reminded of what this year has truly been—a year of gathering around the table.
Rachel shared how, from barns in Indiana to Prayer Mountain in Dallas, from the fields of Brady, Texas, to the National Mall in Washington, D.C., God has been drawing His people to communion with Him and each other. Whether it was repentance in Elkhart, the prayer tent in Chicago, redigging the wells of revival in Missouri, or the great table of communion in D.C., one thing has been constant: the presence of Jesus meets us at the table.
“Friends, something is happening,” Rachel said. “God is writing a story at the table.”
He reminded us that revival is not only happening in public gatherings, but also around kitchen tables, in living rooms, and even on college campuses. Families are gathering again. Communities are being restored. The Table of the Lord is uniting generations and healing the land.
And then, what a moment it was to hear Dr. Doug Stringer share a deeply moving word on the power of prayer—that God not only hears our prayers but often sends people as the very answer to them. His message stirred our faith to believe that revival begins when we make room for God and one another.
Of course, after talking so much about communion, it was only fitting that Norm Frederick led the entire room in taking communion together.
We are so deeply thankful to every table host, sponsor, and volunteer who made this night possible. Your love, service, and generosity created an atmosphere of belonging and worship that reflected the heart of Jesus.
As Psalm 23:5–6 reminds us:
“You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies… Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life.”
We believe that as America returns to the Table of the Lord, goodness and mercy will follow our nation once again.
About Doug Stringer
Doug Stringer is the founder of Somebody Cares America and Somebody Cares International, a global network of ministries, churches, and partners impacting communities through prayer, compassion, training, and crisis response while equipping leaders worldwide.
An internationally recognized author and speaker, Doug addresses thousands each year on compassion evangelism, perseverance, transformational leadership, and community renewal. With over 35 years in ministry, he has served in nations worldwide and earned recognition from Charisma and Ministry Today for his influence.
As an American of Asian descent and revivalist at heart, Doug is known as a bridge-builder and ambassador for Christ. He has helped lead national prayer gatherings and served on numerous boards, including the One Star Foundation, appointed by the Texas governor.