What is Gathrd: Christian Event Finder?
Gathrd is a Christian event discovery and ticketing platform built for UK churches and faith communities, combining low-cost event hosting with a faith-only directory that keeps worship events separate from secular venues.
Gathrd is a faith-first event platform, not a generic ticketing service
Gathrd by MRVL is a Christian event finder and booking app that connects church staff and ministry leaders with attendees searching for worship nights, conferences, retreats, prayer meetings and community events. Unlike Eventbrite, which lists every event type side-by-side, Gathrd operates as a faith-only directory - you will never see a nightclub promotion mixed in with your local church's worship event. The platform works across iOS, Android, and the web at getgathrd.app, letting both organisers and attendees stay within a purpose-built Christian community space.
How Gathrd saves churches money on event fees
Churches hosting paid ticketed events on Gathrd pay a flat 3% platform fee, compared to Eventbrite's 6.95% plus £0.59 per ticket. For a 50-ticket conference at £15 per ticket, that's £37.50 on Gathrd versus £62.29 on Eventbrite - a saving of nearly £25 per event. UK-registered charities and churches also unlock Gift Aid automation with a split-checkout option, meaning attendees can add Gift Aid relief at purchase without leaving the Gathrd flow. The Church plan costs £19.99 per month or £199.99 per year for unlimited event listings, while community organisers use the free tier and only pay the 3% fee on paid tickets.
Why denomination filtering and faith-only discovery matter
Gathrd lets attendees filter events by denomination - Church of England, Catholic, Baptist, Pentecostal, Non-Denominational, and others - so someone looking for a specific tradition's conference or prayer meeting can find it without scrolling past unrelated venues. The faith-only directory policy is not a feature toggle; it is the core design principle. Every event listed has been vetted as a genuine faith gathering. This matters because it removes the friction of discovering Christian events within a secular marketplace where an evening worship service and a nightclub might appear as equals in search results.
QR check-in and NFC integration for event entry
When attendees arrive at a Gathrd-listed event, organisers can scan a QR code from the Gathrd check-in system to verify tickets at the door. The QR reader works offline, so no internet connection is required at the venue. For churches wanting to integrate NFC card taps, Gathrd connects with TapTrust, allowing attendees to check in by tapping an NFC card or wristband instead of opening the app. This reduces friction for less tech-savvy attendees or when check-in queues need to move quickly.
Pricing tiers for different ministry sizes
Gathrd offers four pricing plans. The free tier is for community organisers; the 3% fee applies to any paid ticket sales and there is no monthly charge. The Church plan costs £19.99 per month and supports unlimited event listings with priority support. The Ministry plan is £49.99 per month for larger networks or multi-site churches. The Conference plan is £149.99 per month for running a major event series. Across all tiers, the 3% platform fee on paid tickets remains constant. Stripe Connect handles payouts with PPP discounts available in 37 countries, so international churches and mission organisations can also use the platform.
Who uses Gathrd and why
Church staff, worship leaders, and event coordinators use Gathrd to list everything from Sunday morning services to weekend prayer conferences and multi-day retreats. Attendees - whether they are regular churchgoers or people exploring faith in their area - use Gathrd to discover what is happening near them without wading through secular event listings. The app is designed for the UK market first, with Gift Aid automation built in for HM Revenue and Customs compliance, but churches worldwide can list events and process payments. Because it is a faith-only platform, every event listed is vetted to be a genuine Christian gathering, making it faster and safer for both organisers and attendees to connect.
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Frequently asked questions
How is Gathrd different from Eventbrite?
Gathrd is built exclusively for faith events and charges 3% per ticket versus Eventbrite's 6.95% plus £0.59. UK churches on Gathrd also get Gift Aid automation, which Eventbrite does not offer natively. Gathrd's directory is faith-only by design, so no secular events appear in search results.
Can I use Gathrd if I am not a UK church?
Yes. While Gathrd was designed for UK churches with Gift Aid automation, churches and faith organisations worldwide can list events, accept payments via Stripe, and reach attendees through the iOS and Android apps. Payouts work in 37 countries with PPP pricing adjustments.
What does the 3% fee cover?
The 3% platform fee covers payment processing, QR check-in, and platform hosting. There are no hidden per-ticket fees. Stripe processes the payment and handles the payout to your bank account, so you only pay 3% of the ticket price to Gathrd.
Can attendees check in without the app?
Attendees can arrive with a digital ticket in their email or Wallet, and staff scan the QR code on their phone at the door using Gathrd's check-in system. If you use NFC cards or wristbands with TapTrust integration, attendees can tap to check in instead of pulling out a phone.
Is Gift Aid automatic on all paid events?
Gift Aid is available on the Church, Ministry, and Conference plans for UK-registered charities and churches. At checkout, attendees see a Gift Aid option that increases the effective donation. Gathrd handles the split so you receive both the ticket price and the Gift Aid amount separately for tax relief.
Can I filter events by church denomination?
Yes. Attendees can filter by denomination, including Church of England, Catholic, Baptist, Pentecostal, Non-Denominational, and others. This helps people find events that match their tradition or exploration path.