EncountersPre-EncounterPrior to the Encounter weekend there are 4 short classes that are required. These classes will prepare you for your Encounter with God. The class will go into depth about what the Encounter is, what you can expect, and what you will need to bring with you that weekend What is an "Encounter?"We believe that the first step in becoming a disciple is to be "free" indeed. It is the single most important part of our discipleship training. Jesus said: "If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will SET YOU FREE" (John 8:31-32, NIV). An Encounter Retreat is a weekend in freedom -- freedom from habits, bondage, bitterness, wrong thoughts, and past mistakes. At the Encounter, the Lord will set you free through the power of the Cross. Men and women attend separate retreats, because they deal with different issues throughout their lives. Encounter Retreats are closed, meaning that you are committing to be at the Encounter for the whole weekend, which includes sleeping at the Encounter location. Who will be there?Each Encounter is led by a Word of Faith Center leader or staff member, who is assisted by his or her "12" (which is a group of twelve people the leader has been personally mentoring). Generally, Encounter groups contain between 40 and 60 people, but some Encounters have had up to 100 people in attendance. Where is the Encounter held?Encounter Retreats are held at Word of Faith Center. You will spend the weekend at the church where you will be provided with a place to sleep and your meals. You are responsible for getting to the retreat and having someone pick you up after the retreat. You are welcome to drive your car and leave it in our parking lot. |
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