Title

Oral History Interview with Cheryl Hammer regarding her experience as a member of the ICOC, specifically her time being a part of the Gateway City Church, St Louis and St Charles.

Description

Cheryl shares her journey of faith, beginning with her upbringing in Nova Scotia, Canada, and the profound impact of losing her mother and grandmother at a young age. These losses led her to seek spiritual meaning, eventually resulting in her conversion to Christianity during college, influenced by friends and her involvement with the International Churches of Christ. Cheryl recounts her years in ministry, particularly her 31 years in Los Angeles, before moving to St. Charles, Missouri, to be closer to family and join a vibrant, growing church community. She describes the unique character of the St. Charles church, its blend of seasoned believers and young families, and the miraculous acquisition of their church building. Cheryl reflects on significant moments of faith, challenges like the 2003 Henry Kriete letter, and the importance of deep personal convictions rooted in scripture. Throughout, she emphasizes the value of community, openness, and trusting God through both victories and hardships.

Semester

Spring 2026

Subject

International Churches of Christ

Gateway City Church

St. Charles, MO

Henry Kriete Letter

2016 Reach

Midwest Transplant

Temporal Coverage

1980s to 2026

Spatial Coverage

St Charles County

Language

English

Date

April 30, 2026

Format

pdf

Medium

Interview

Explanation of Omeka Map Location

Location of the Gateway City Church, St Charles, the region that Cheryl and her husband, Ron, moved to Missouri to lead.