Ray and Jan Hollis are co-founders and Senior Pastors of The Gathering in Oklahoma City. They began ministry as Youth Pastors more than two decades ago. Ray also served as Minister of Music, has written numerous songs and has recorded several solo projects. He led worship at conferences and venues alongside other Christian artists including DC Talk, Newsboys, Out of Eden and Skillet. Jan is a certified and interpreter and Minister to the Deaf. She has the ability to communicate the message and the "spirit" of what is being preached. She is also a favorite at women’s retreats. Ray and Jan have spoken in churches, conventions and events nationally and internationally. The Gathering is the culmination of their years of exciting ministry experience.

Ray’s studies are in the area of Music and Organizational Psychology. He attended Arkansas State University, the University of Arkansas and is a graduate of Southern Nazarene University. Jan’s studies are in the area of the Deaf Culture and Sign Language. She attended the University of Arkansas and is a graduate of Oklahoma State University. Ray and Jan are currently writing a book on Deaf Ministry to be released in 2008.

Ray and Jan have three children. Two are them are deaf. Their youngest, Adam, recently graduated from high school and works as a civilian for the Department of Defense. Rachel attends Gallaudet University in Washington, DC. She is graduating with her Bachelors Degree in Psychology in May. Bethany is their oldest. She is hearing and leads worship at The Gathering. Bethany owns and operates Barak Salon. She is married to Matt Fansher, Director of Player Development and Coach Education for the Oklahoma Soccer Association. Matt and Bethany have two children, Preston and Jayeden.

Ray and Jan invite you to join their "church family"… The Gathering, "Where You Belong"!