Local Prayer Meeting Finder App for UK Christians
Gathrd is a Christian event discovery platform that helps you find prayer meetings, worship nights, conferences, and church events happening near you across the UK. Search by location, filter by event type, and book straight from the app.
How to find prayer meetings near you
Open Gathrd on iOS or Android and browse Christian events in your area using the map view or list filters. You can search by location, event type (including prayer meetings and worship nights), and date. Each event listing shows the time, venue, what to expect, and who's organising it. Once you find a prayer meeting that suits you, book your place in seconds. The app focuses entirely on UK Christian events, so you won't see unrelated gatherings cluttering your search results.
Why use Gathrd instead of general event apps
General event platforms like Eventbrite or Meetup mix thousands of event types together, making it hard to find specifically Christian gatherings. Gathrd is built by and for the UK church community. Every event on the platform is a faith event run by churches, ministries, or Christian organisations. You'll find prayer meetings, conferences, youth events, retreats, and community gatherings all verified and listed by the organisers themselves. This focus means less noise and more relevant discovery.
Features for discovering and attending events
Gathrd includes map-based discovery so you can see what's on near you at a glance. Filter by event type, date range, and distance. When you book a prayer meeting or other event, Gift Aid is handled automatically if applicable. At the door, many churches use NFC check-in via the app, so you tap your phone to register arrival. The platform integrates with other MRVL apps like Givr for church giving and Komuniti for community building, creating a connected experience across your faith life.
For churches and event organisers
If you run a church, ministry, or Christian event, Gathrd lets you list prayer meetings, conferences, and gatherings directly to your local community. You get an organiser dashboard to manage bookings, track attendance via NFC door check-in, and set up Gift Aid split-checkout for donations. Pricing is either per-ticket or a flat subscription tier, so you only pay for what you use. Churches of any size can use the platform to grow attendance and manage events in one place.
Getting started on Gathrd
Download Gathrd free on iOS or Android. Create an account, allow location access, and start browsing prayer meetings and events near you. You can save events to your calendar and get reminders before they start. For churches wanting to list events, sign up from the organiser section of the app. Gathrd is completely free for attendees; churches pay only when they list ticketed events or choose a subscription plan.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Gathrd only for prayer meetings?
No. Gathrd lists all UK Christian events including worship nights, conferences, retreats, youth groups, and church services. Prayer meetings are one category, but the app covers the full range of faith events churches and ministries run.
Does Gathrd work outside the UK?
Gathrd is currently focused on UK Christian events only. All events listed are happening in the UK, organised by UK churches and ministries.
What devices can I use Gathrd on?
Gathrd is available on iOS and Android. Download it free from the App Store or Google Play.
Do I need to pay to use Gathrd as an attendee?
No. Gathrd is completely free for anyone discovering and booking events. Only churches and organisers who list ticketed events pay a fee.
Can I get reminders for prayer meetings I've booked?
Yes. Once you book an event on Gathrd, you can add it to your calendar and receive reminders before it starts.
How do churches use NFC check-in on Gathrd?
At the event, organisers use the Gathrd organiser dashboard to enable NFC check-in. Attendees tap their phone to the reader to confirm attendance, streamlining registration at the door.