New GATEWAY groups can begin when an EFCA credentialed pastor becomes a facilitator and has a small group (usually 4 to 8 people) who desire training. GATEWAY Phase I classes meet monthly for 2-3 hours for 12-14 months.
If there are no open GATEWAY sites in your area that you can register for, you will be added to a waiting list and will be contacted if one becomes available. Local pastors usually facilitate GATEWAY groups in their own churches and some groups meet via video conference.