About
Frequently Asked Questions
New here? Start here. These are some of the questions we hear most often about visiting, gathering with us, and getting connected.
Need to Know
Who we are
Where are you located?
Our local fellowship and ministry property are located in Macomb, Missouri, in the Ozarks.
Ancient Path Fellowship is the local body that gathers on the property. Ancient Path Revivals is the wider ministry, and many of the people connected with it live throughout the United States and beyond.
Is Ancient Path Revivals a denomination?
No.
We are not trying to establish another denomination or require everyone connected with us to conform to every secondary position.
Our desire is to help repair division in the body of Messiah, strengthen believers in Scripture, encourage obedience, and create meaningful opportunities for fellowship and discipleship.
Visiting
Can anyone visit your fellowship?
Yes. You do not have to live in our community or be an established member to come gather with us.
We regularly welcome visitors, traveling families, and believers who simply want to meet us, worship together, study Scripture, and experience fellowship in person.
If you are traveling a significant distance, contact us before your visit so we can make sure you have the most current gathering information and help with lodging questions.
When do you gather?
Our local fellowship gathers regularly for Shabbat, along with additional Bible studies, men's and women's gatherings, Biblical feast days, New Moon gatherings, and other events throughout the year.
Schedules occasionally change, especially around feast days and larger events, so please check our Gatherings page for current times.
What should I expect on Shabbat?
Expect something that feels much more like gathering with family than attending a formal church service.
Our Shabbat gatherings generally include praise and worship, prayer, Scripture study and teaching, fellowship, a shared meal, and plenty of conversation.
There is room to participate, ask questions, get to know people, or simply come and observe.
What should I wear?
We ask everyone gathering with us to dress modestly and respectfully.
You do not need a particular style of clothing, special religious attire, or a perfectly curated "Hebrew" wardrobe. Come prepared to worship, fellowship, and spend time with other families.
What should I bring for the shared meal?
Our fellowship meals are Biblically clean, and we ask everyone bringing food to clearly label the ingredients.
Because members of our fellowship also have various allergies and sensitivities, good ingredient labels matter more than you might think. When in doubt, simple food with clearly identified ingredients is always appreciated.
Specific food guidelines may be provided for larger events and feast gatherings.
Are children welcome?
Very much so.
Families and children are an important part of our fellowship, and age-appropriate opportunities are available during many gatherings. We want children growing up surrounded by worship, Scripture, service, healthy relationships, and other families seeking to walk faithfully.
Activities vary by gathering and event, so parents should check individual event information for details.
What we believe
Do I need to believe everything you believe before I visit?
No.
We take Scripture seriously and do not hide our convictions, but we also believe unity is not the same thing as uniformity.
People walking toward the ancient paths often come from very different backgrounds and may still disagree about calendars, pronunciations of the Name, traditions, or secondary matters of doctrine. We ask visitors to come respectfully and peaceably, just as we seek to extend that same grace to others.
Our shared foundation is faith in Messiah, reverence for Scripture, and a sincere desire to walk in obedience to our Heavenly Father.
What do you mean by “Torah-observant”?
Torah refers to the instructions YHWH gave through Moses. We believe these instructions remain relevant and teach His people how to love Him, love one another, and live set-apart lives.
We do not believe keeping Torah earns salvation. Salvation is received by grace through faith in Yahusha. We seek to obey YHWH because we love Him and trust that His ways are good.
People come to this understanding at different times and from many different backgrounds. We encourage sincere study, patience, humility, and grace as believers learn to walk out their faith.
What names do you use for the Father and Messiah?
You will most commonly hear us use YHWH or Yahuah for the Father and Yahusha or Yahshua for the Messiah.
We recognize that many sincere believers use different pronunciations and transliterations, including Yahweh, Yehovah, Yeshua, and Yahoshua. We do not make pronunciation a test of salvation or fellowship.
If you normally say God, Lord, Jesus, or another familiar form, you are still welcome here.
Do you keep the seventh-day Sabbath and Biblical feast days?
Yes.
We honor the seventh-day Sabbath from evening to evening and observe the appointed times given in Leviticus 23. We view these days as part of a life of loving obedience to YHWH through faith in Messiah, not as a way to earn salvation.
We recognize that sincere believers may differ regarding calendars and certain details of observance.
Feasts and larger events
Can I attend a Biblical feast or major event without being part of APR?
Yes. Our feast gatherings and larger events are some of the best opportunities to meet the broader Ancient Path Revivals family.
You do not have to live locally or belong to Ancient Path Fellowship unless an individual event specifically states otherwise. We simply ask all attendees to respect the guidelines established for the property and event.
Check the individual event listing for registration, meals, schedules, costs, and other important information.
Do you offer camping or accommodations for visitors?
Camping is available during many larger gatherings and Biblical feast events when it is specifically included in the event listing.
Availability, amenities, arrival times, costs, and registration requirements vary. Please check the information for the particular gathering rather than assuming camping is available throughout the year.
If you have accessibility or special accommodation needs, contact us before traveling. We will give you an honest description of what is currently available.
Getting connected
Can you help me find believers near me?
Yes. That is why we created the Fellowship Finder.
The Fellowship Finder helps scattered believers locate individuals, families, and fellowships in their area. It can also help people begin making connections where no established fellowship currently exists.
Can I move to your community?
Ancient Path Fellowship includes an intentional residential community, but visiting the fellowship and being considered for residential community life are two different things.
Residential opportunities are limited and handled carefully. Community life requires shared responsibility, healthy relationships, accountability, service, and a willingness to participate in everyday life together.
If you are seriously interested, the first step is to visit and spend time getting to know the fellowship. Please contact us before making relocation plans, as housing or placement within the community cannot be assumed.
Can I submit music, teaching, or ministry material to APR?
We are glad to learn about work that may align with the mission of Ancient Path Revivals, but submitting material does not guarantee publication, promotion, collaboration, or endorsement.
Musicians should use our dedicated Music Submission form.
For other ministry inquiries, use the Contact page and select the most appropriate subject.
How can I support Ancient Path Revivals?
You can support the ministry through prayer, service, volunteering, supporting outreach, or using your gifts to strengthen the work.
Financial contributions help support teaching, gatherings, music, outreach, facilities, and other ministry needs.
Still have a question?
Use our Contact page and choose the subject that best matches your reason for reaching out. This helps us direct your message to the person responsible for that area of ministry. Much of our ministry team spends the week serving families, working, teaching, and caring for the community. We do our best to respond thoughtfully, although not always immediately. Whether you are planning your first visit, searching for fellowship, considering an upcoming gathering, or simply trying to understand who we are, we would be glad to point you in the right direction.