youth ministry

Helping Your Community

3 Ways Your Church Can Positively Impact Your Community

By Encounter Church / March 11, 2020

It’s 2020, people! We’re experiencing some of the most progressive times in the history of the world. People, especially the youthful populations, are asking questions and really taking time to explore their faith. This is fantastic, as it lets young people come into their beliefs on their own terms. However, some people will still need…

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5 Benefits of Youth Ministry for Teens

By Encounter Church / January 17, 2020

Ah yes, the formative teen years. It is a time of our most important growth, and that doesn’t just mean getting taller! Many teenagers begin to explore who they are as an individual. A key part of this exploration is faith. It can be confusing, and for good reason. How can anyone trust in faith?…

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How to Make Your Resolutions Stick

By Encounter Church / December 30, 2019

Every year, the majority of Americans make resolutions about things they want to change for the better in the coming year. The most common resolutions, of course, are related to weight loss, exercise, healthy eating habits, and saving money. While each of these areas are important to a happy and healthy life, more than half…

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How to Raise Self-Reliant Children

By Encounter Church / November 21, 2019

If you are a parent, then you probably have a number of goals for your children. Among them, we hope that you want to raise children who are able to take care of themselves, contribute to society, and form their own opinions. While there is value in raising children to be independent, a much better…

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How to Get Involved at Encounter Church

By Encounter Church / April 15, 2019

At Encounter Church, we love connecting with people and building relationships! Whether you are interested in volunteering to help in a particular aspect of our ministry, or you are looking to join a small group, we can help. In today’s post, we’ll look at a number of different ways that you can get involved at…

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5 Ways Your Children Benefit From Sunday School

By Encounter Church / March 12, 2019

Parents always try to make the right decisions when it comes to every aspect of their children’s lives. Even though you know you aren’t perfect, you hope that the choices you make will create a solid foundation for your children and benefit them throughout the rest of their lives. If you have decided to send…

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