With a mandate to restore, transform, deliver, and set the captive free, we stand in faith, knowing that the best is yet to come!
Pastor Raleigh Thornton Jr. & Lady Katina
“At Encounter Church, we open our doors wide to the homeless Christian – those wandering, wounded, or weary – because no one is too lost to encounter God’s love or find their place in His family.”
Our Vision
To restore, transform, deliver and set the captive free!
Our Mission
In honor of God and in accordance with the calling upon our lives. We The Encounter Global Out Reach Ministries vow to create an atmosphere where the holy spirit can dwell and we can be filled. By the power of God we Strive to be th best we can be. We endeavor to be teh peculiar people for your royal family. Lord as you guide us, lead us so that we can be The Encounter with everyone we meet. So that We strive to support saved and the lost. Therefore lives will be forever changed by way of the cross.
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Our Ministries
Youth Ministry
Empowering inspiring and motivating the next generation to grow in faith, build meaningful relationships, and serve others with love and purpose.
Our mission is to create a safe welcoming environment where young people can explore faith in God, find purpose develop their gifts and talents, to celebrate all heritage, make a positive impact in their community as Believers in Christ.
Women 2 Woman
The mission of the Woman 2 Woman Ministry is to empower, equip, and encourage women through Christ-centered connection, spiritual growth, and purposeful living—so they may walk boldly in their identity, impact their communities, and encounter God in every season of life.
Keepers of the Flame
The mission of Keepers of the Flame is to ignite and cultivate the spiritual strength of men, equipping them to lead with integrity, serve with purpose, and walk boldly in their God-given identity – becoming steadfast keepers of faith, family, and community as they encounter God and reflect His glory.
Bold Faith. Real Connection. Purposeful Living.
The Young Adults Ministry of Encounter Global Outreach Ministries exists to equip and empower a generation of emerging leaders to walk boldly in their identity, grow deeply in their faith, and live intentionally in their God-given purpose.
We are a community that believes young adults aren’t just the future of the church—they are the now. Whether you’re in college, starting your career, or navigating the in-between, this is a space where questions are welcome, faith is cultivated, and spiritual transformation is real. Rooted in the mission of Encounter Church, we are committed to reaching the lost, setting the captives free, and preparing young men and women to impact the world—locally and globally—for Christ.
Rooted in the mission of Encounter Church, we are committed to reaching the lost, setting the captives free, and preparing young men and women to impact the world—locally and globally—for Christ.
Strengthening Marriages. Empowering Covenant. Reflecting Christ.
At Encounter Church Global Outreach Ministries, we believe that marriage is a sacred covenant designed by God to reflect His love, unity, and purpose. Our Marriage Ministry exists to strengthen couples spiritually, emotionally, and relationally through Christ-centered teaching, real connection, and intentional growth.
Our mission is to restore broken places, reinforce strong foundations, and equip couples to thrive—not just survive—in their marriages. Whether you’re newly married, seasoned in your union, or working through challenges, we walk alongside you with grace, truth, and tools for lasting transformation.
Rooted in the vision of Encounter Church, this ministry is committed to healing hearts, breaking generational cycles, and building marriages that glorify God and serve as a light to others. Together, we pursue wholeness, intimacy, and purpose—one covenant at a time.
Flames of Faith
Flames of Faith Singles Ministry is dedicated to creating a supportive and vibrant community where singles can experience restoration, personal transformation, and spiritual growth.
Through faith-centered fellowship, intentional discipleship, and empowering worship, we strive to ignite the flame of purpose and freedom in each individual, equipping them to live boldly in Christ and fulfill God’s calling on their lives.
Member Testimony
John 3:16
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have eternal life”