Encounter Cove

09/02/2026

This week during our sunrise staff women’s Bible study, this beautiful blue heron swooped in and joined us for our entire worship time. It was a striking reminder that ALL of God’s creation brings Him praise!

“Let the heavens rejoice, let the earth be glad; let the sea resound, and all that is in it. Let the fields be jubilant, and everything in them; let all the trees of the forest sing for joy.”
— Psalm 96:11–12

From the rising sun to the waters of the Cove, every part of creation points us back to its Creator. The heavens rejoice. The earth is glad. The fields are jubilant. Even the trees are invited to sing along.

And we have the same invitation: “Let everything that has breath praise the LORD.” — Psalm 150:6

So today, take a moment to pause.
Look around. Breathe deep.
Listen for the song that’s already being sung
all around you—and join in.

He is so worthy of our praise!

08/27/2026

Mark your calendars: the 2027 Encounter Ministry dates are here!

08/26/2026

🌊The edited baptism photos from August Men's Encounter are live and available for loved ones to view and download @ https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjD3dNB

We celebrated a record-breaking number of baptisms as men took the next step in their faith and publicly declared their lives belong to Jesus. What a powerful way to end an incredible Encounter Weekend!

Here are just a few of the highlights:

08/21/2026

What a weekend! 🔥

1,000 men gathered for a powerful weekend of testimonies, wholehearted worship, powerful teachings, ministry, surrender and breakthrough!

We watched chains break, hearts heal, lives get restored, and friendships form as men encountered the presence of God and made space for Him to move.

And we ended the weekend with a record-breaking number of baptisms! 🌊🔥

((Stay tuned for more baptism photos coming next week!))

What a weekend. What an Encounter.
We are grateful for all the Lord did.

08/15/2026

Creating MORE space for people to encounter Jesus!
Please join us in praying over each heart that these vehicles represent as their owners spend time in the Lord’s presence at Men’s Encounter this weekend.

08/14/2026

08/12/2026

“Arise, shine; for your light has come! And the glory of the LORD is risen upon you.”
— Isaiah 60:1 ☀️

There is something about a sunrise that reminds us that darkness never has the final word. God is still bringing beauty from broken places, hope where there has been disappointment, and light where we may have wondered if morning would ever come.

Whatever season you find yourself in today, keep your eyes on Him. His presence is with you, His faithfulness has not changed, and there is still more ahead than you can see from where you stand.
Arise. Shine.
His glory is rising over you.

08/03/2026

Big things are taking shape at Encounter Cove.
More parking.
More people.
More space for God to move.

07/30/2026

💦 Our Youth Camp baptism photos are finished! 🎉

Parents and students, be sure to check your email for the gallery link (we'll also share it in the comments below!).

And if you haven't watched it yet, take a few minutes to relive an incredible week through our Youth Camp 2026 Slideshow:
https://encounter-ministry.subspla.sh/bzks6pq

We're still thanking God for everything He did during Youth Camp 2026. More than 40 students took the next step in their faith through baptism, and all week long we watched teenagers hungry for the authentic presence of God respond to His voice in powerful ways. Thank you to every parent who entrusted us with your students and to every volunteer who invested so faithfully. Your prayers, encouragement, and servant hearts helped create an unforgettable week where lives were changed and students discovered they were Made for More. 💙