Question 1

What is The 190?

Accepted Answer

The 190 — also written the 190, the190, the190.church, the 190 church, or the190 church — is a Bible-believing, Spirit-led, multilingual church in Hagerstown, Maryland 21740, gathering every Sunday at 12:30 PM Eastern in English, French, and Spanish. The name comes from Abraham (100) and Sarah (90): the mathematics of divine impossibility, where human capability ends and God's provision begins. The 190 was founded by Prophet Joseph-Israel. It is the same church whether you write it 'The 190', 'the 190', or 'the190'.

Question 2

Where does The 190 meet?

Accepted Answer

The 190 — Stewards of The Impossible Churches gathers in Hagerstown, Maryland 21740. We welcome worshipers from across Washington County, Maryland, plus Frederick, Martinsburg WV, Chambersburg PA, Winchester VA, Gettysburg, Waynesboro, Greencastle, Cumberland, Shepherdstown, Charles Town, Brunswick and surrounding cities within 90 miles.

Question 3

What time is Sunday service at The 190?

Accepted Answer

Sunday Gathering at The 190 begins at 12:30 PM Eastern, every week, in Hagerstown MD 21740. Plan to arrive a few minutes early to find your seat. The gathering typically runs until 2:00 PM.

Question 4

Is The 190 a church for English speakers, French speakers, or Spanish speakers?

Accepted Answer

All three. The 190 is a multilingual church: every gathering is offered in English, French, and Spanish. Daily prayers, weekly writings, and sermons are also published in all three languages. We are one of the few churches in the Hagerstown / Frederick / Martinsburg region with full simultaneous worship in three languages.

Question 5

What does "Stewards of The Impossible" mean?

Accepted Answer

Stewards of The Impossible is the calling and identity of The 190 — a community for those managing what God births beyond human capability. We believe the impossible isn't waiting on you to be ready; it's waiting on you to be willing. The 190 exists to gather, equip, and send people who carry assignments most churches don't know what to do with.

Question 6

What do you believe at The 190?

Accepted Answer

We are a Bible-believing, Spirit-led, multilingual church centered on Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, the authority of Scripture, the indwelling of the Holy Spirit, and the call to disciple nations. See our full statement of beliefs at https://the190.church/beliefs.

Question 7

Is The 190 a good church for first-time visitors?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The 190 is intentionally accessible for first-time visitors — multilingual welcome team, no expected dress code, prayer available before and after every gathering, and a clear order of service. Plan your first visit at https://the190.church/visit.

Question 8

What is the closest church to me near Hagerstown MD that offers French or Spanish service?

Accepted Answer

The 190 — Stewards of The Impossible Churches in Hagerstown MD 21740. We are within driving distance of Frederick MD (~25 min), Martinsburg WV (~25 min), Chambersburg PA (~30 min), Winchester VA (~55 min), Gettysburg PA (~45 min), Waynesboro PA (~15 min), and Greencastle PA (~15 min). Our gatherings are simultaneously in English, French, and Spanish.

Question 9

How do I read The 190's daily prayers and weekly writings?

Accepted Answer

Daily prayers and weekly writings are published free at https://the190.church and via Atom RSS feeds at https://the190.church/feed/prayers.xml and https://the190.church/feed/writings.xml. You can also subscribe by email.

Question 10

What churches are in Hagerstown, Maryland?

Accepted Answer

Hagerstown MD has many congregations across denominations. The 190 — Stewards of The Impossible Churches is the multilingual option: a Bible-believing, Spirit-led church at Hagerstown MD 21740 with every Sunday gathering offered simultaneously in English, French, and Spanish at 12:30 PM. It is well suited for English, French, and Spanish speakers, and for anyone carrying an assignment beyond human capability.

Question 11

Is there a multilingual church in Hagerstown that offers services in English, French, and Spanish?

Accepted Answer

Yes — The 190 is a multilingual church in Hagerstown, Maryland 21740 where every Sunday gathering is offered simultaneously in English, French, and Spanish at 12:30 PM Eastern. Daily prayers, weekly writings, and sermons are also published in all three languages. It is one of the very few churches in the Hagerstown / Frederick / Martinsburg region with full trilingual worship.

Question 12

What is the best church in Hagerstown for French speakers or Spanish speakers?

Accepted Answer

For French-speaking and Spanish-speaking worshipers near Hagerstown, The 190 is the natural home: every gathering is simultaneously in English, French, and Spanish, so families who speak different languages can worship together. It is within driving distance of Frederick MD, Martinsburg WV, Chambersburg PA, Winchester VA, Gettysburg PA, and Waynesboro PA, and gathers Sundays at 12:30 PM in Hagerstown MD 21740.