# The Gulfside Assembly Story > the experience that changed lives! ## Posts - [Katrina20](https://thegulfsideassemblystory.com/katrina20/): Remembrance, Resilience, and Resistance The 20th Anniversary Commemoration of Hurricane Katrina August 29, 2025 | Gulfside Assembly, Waveland, Mississippi A Morning of Reflection and Hope Twenty years ago, Hurricane Katrina made landfall on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, forever changing the lives of thousands. On August 29, 2025, over 150 people gathered at sunrise on Gulfside Assembly’s beachfront property in Waveland, Mississippi—ground zero for the storm—to honor the past, celebrate survival, and chart a path forward. The commemoration, organized by the Steps Coalition and Gulfside Assembly, brought together faith leaders from Christian, Jewish, Buddhist, and Muslim traditions, along with survivors, volunteers, ... Read more - [Upcoming Screenings](https://thegulfsideassemblystory.com/upcoming-screenings/): Click on the event location below for tickets and more details. USM CAMPUS – LONG BEACH, MS SHOWING AT 2 & 4 PM SATURDAY, JULY 19, 2025 CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS 100 Men Hall, Bay Saint Louis, MSSunday, February 2, 2025 – 2-4pm CST Dillard University, New Orleans, LAFebruary 18, 2025 – 5-6:30pm CST Anderson United Methodist Church March 11, 2025 – 6pm CST Dear Friends of Gulfside,  Gulfside Assembly invites you to the screening of its historical documentary, “The Gulfside Assembly Story” documentary is a powerful exploration of the history of Gulfside, the biography of Bishop Robert Elijah Jones, his wife, ... Read more - [Private Screening - Nov. 9th](https://thegulfsideassemblystory.com/private-screening-nov-9th/): To Purchase Tickets, Click Here! - [Wins Communicator Awards](https://thegulfsideassemblystory.com/wins-communicator-awards/): FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact:   Leonard Smith III   LS3 Studios   info@ls3studios.com Phone: 504-434-0513   LS3 Studios Celebrates Win at The 30th Annual Communicator Awards Maurice, LA (May 7, 2024) – LS3 Studios, a pioneering leader in documentary filmmaking, is proud to announce its latest achievement at the prestigious 30th Annual Communicator Awards. The studio has been honored with the Award of Excellence in the General History & Biography category for its exceptional work on “The Gulfside Assembly Story.” Founded by Leonard Smith III, a master storyteller and historian, LS3 Studios has continually set the standard for compelling historical narratives. “The Gulfside Assembly Story” is a ... Read more - [LS3 Studios Wins Two Telly Awards](https://thegulfsideassemblystory.com/ls3-studios-wins-two-telly-awards/): FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Leonard Smith III   504-434-0513 leonardsmithiii@me.com   LS3 STUDIOS’S “THE GULFSIDE ASSEMBLY STORY” WINS TWO SILVER TELLY AWARDS IN THE 45th ANNUAL TELLY AWARDS New Orleans, LA – May 28, 2024 – LS3 Studios proudly announces that their documentary, “The Gulfside Assembly Story,” has been honored with two Silver Telly Awards in the 45th Annual Telly Awards. The documentary received accolades in the categories of Religion & Spirituality — Non-Broadcast and Documentary: Long Form (Above 40 Minutes) — Non-Broadcast. These prestigious recognitions mark the 7th and 8th Telly Awards for LS3 Studios, underscoring their commitment to excellence in storytelling and filmmaking. “The Gulfside Assembly Story” is a ... Read more ## Pages - [USM SCREENING](https://thegulfsideassemblystory.com/usm-screening/): Click on the event location below for tickets and more details. USM CAMPUS – LONG BEACH, MS SHOWING AT 2 & 4 PM SATURDAY, JULY 19, 2025 CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS - [Private Screening Testimonies](https://thegulfsideassemblystory.com/private-screening/): Documentary Screening Fundraiser: The Gulfside Assembly Story Award-Winning Film Chronicles the Legacy of a Historic Site that Shaped Lives New Orleans, LA — On Saturday, November 9, 2024, a private screening of The Gulfside Assembly Story will be held at The George and Joyce Wein Jazz & Heritage Center in New Orleans, a venue celebrated for its dedication to cultural heritage. This event will offer guests a rare opportunity to explore the riveting history of Gulfside Assembly, a place of refuge, empowerment, and progress for generations, and the visionary leader who inspired its mission. An award-winning documentary, The Gulfside Assembly Story captures the profound legacy of Gulfside Assembly, established ... Read more - [Terms and Conditions](https://thegulfsideassemblystory.com/terms-and-conditions/): Welcome to The Gulfside Assembly Story! These terms and conditions outline the rules and regulations for the use of The Gulfside Assembly Story’s Website, located at https://thegulfsideassemblystory.com. By accessing this website we assume you accept these terms and conditions. Do not continue to use The Gulfside Assembly Story if you do not agree to take all of the terms and conditions stated on this page. The following terminology applies to these Terms and Conditions, Privacy Statement and Disclaimer Notice and all Agreements: “Client”, “You” and “Your” refers to you, the person log on this website and compliant to the Company’s ... 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Read more - [Privacy Policy](https://thegulfsideassemblystory.com/privacy-policy/): Privacy Policy for The Gulfside Assembly Story At The Gulfside Assembly Story, accessible from https://thegulfsideassemblystory.com, one of our main priorities is the privacy of our visitors. This Privacy Policy document contains types of information that is collected and recorded by The Gulfside Assembly Story and how we use it. If you have additional questions or require more information about our Privacy Policy, do not hesitate to contact us. Log Files The Gulfside Assembly Story follows a standard procedure of using log files. These files log visitors when they visit websites. All hosting companies do this and a part of hosting ... Read more - [About Us](https://thegulfsideassemblystory.com/about-us/): Gulfside Assembly, situated in the picturesque town of Waveland, Mississippi, stands as a testament to the vision and determination of Bishop Robert E. Jones, the pioneering African-American episcopal leader of the Methodist Episcopal Church. In the early 20th century, when the shadows of racial segregation loomed large over the American South, Bishop Jones envisioned a place where African Americans could find solace, unity, and empowerment. At its inception, Gulfside Assembly broke barriers by being the first facility on the Gulf Coast that welcomed African Americans to its shores. This was more than just a place to swim or enjoy the ... Read more - [Contact](https://thegulfsideassemblystory.com/contact/): Have a question? Write to us Address Main Building, 301 Herlihy St Office, Waveland, MS 39576 Phone (228) 206-1750 Email gulfsideassociation@gmail.com - [Blog](https://thegulfsideassemblystory.com/blog/) - [Home](https://thegulfsideassemblystory.com/): The Sanctuary By The Sea: The Gulfside Assembly Story the experience that changed lives! About us the experience that changed LIVES! Gulfside Assembly, established in the era of segregation, served as a sanctuary for African Americans, fostering spiritual growth, community engagement, and civil rights dialogues. Despite facing natural and societal challenges, it remains a testament to resilience, unity, and hope, continuing its legacy of empowerment and transformation for all. Images courtesy of the Hancock County Historial Society ThE STORY BREAKING BARRIERS, BUILDING BRIDGE THE PEN AND THE PULPIT COLLABORATIONS FOR CHANGE A HISTORIC APPOINTMENT CREATING A REFUGE THE GULFSIDE EXPERIENCE ... Read more [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)