High School Ministry
We want to help every high schooler learn how to STAY WEIRD for Jesus so that we can make disciples who make disciples.
Encounter is a community of students focused on our vision of authentic worship, authentic community, and authentic community service. We believe every student should have a place to be known and belong. At Encounter, each person is welcomed as part of the family because we know all of us are loved unconditionally by the God who created us.
Our Wednesday night services include worshiping God through music, in-depth Bible teaching, and Life Group time to help dive deeper into God’s Word and build genuine relationships. We’re also a little goofy, and we like to keep encounter weird, so we hope that’s okay with you!
Encounter at our Campuses
At Murfreesboro, Encounter is for high school students—middle school students, check out our EON page!
At Cannon County, Shelbyville, and Tullahoma, Encounter is the mid-week group for both high school and middle school students.
Students can take an active role leading in Encounter, so it’s truly a ministry by students, for students. Throughout the year, we also have special events designed just for students to give you even more ways to grow in your faith and build relationships with other students and leaders.
Encounter leaders live a life above reproach. They are screened and vetted for your safety (background checks are required for all volunteers).
Murfreesboro Text Alerts: Interested in receiving our text alerts? It’s a great way to stay up-to-date! Text “encounter” to 615-560-9665 to sign up!
Frequently Asked Questions
Current Series
Ecclesiastes is an Old Testament book thought to be written by King Solomon, one of the wisest men who ever lived. This book is a realistic look at life and what it looks like to chase after wealth, power, and fun without having God in our lives. The writer is wrestling with the reality of how fleeting life is and how empty it can feel without a deep relationship with God. It may not sound like an encouraging sermon series, but there is wisdom to be found in the pages of this book.
Baptism
If your student is interested in getting baptized, please fill out the Baptism Interest Form below! We look forward to helping them take this step of obedience in their walk with Jesus.
Resources
Hey parents! Our Student Ministries Team now has faith-based parent resources, and they want to share them with you!
If you have questions about subjects such as mental health, anxiety, smartphone addiction, suicide and self-harm, sexuality and gender, spiritual growth, identity, or pop culture, we encourage you to take advantage of these resources.
To receive resources or to set up a pastoral counseling meeting with our team please reach out using the form below.
Parent Email
Stay in the know by signing up for our Encounter parent emails!
Still have questions?
Email us!
Want to know more about what your student is doing during their time at Encounter or want to find out more about the ministry?
Volunteer
If you are an adult who has a heart for seeing students take next steps in their faith, consider joining our Encounter leader team! Fill out the form below, and we will be in touch soon!
Student Leaders
We believe that students have the potential to be great leaders if they step up to the challenge and are given ownership! This team is a place for you to have a voice in Encounter and to learn how to impact your church and the world around you. If you are interested in becoming a student leader, fill out the form below.
Volunteer Portal
This portal is your one-stop page to access leader handbooks, training resources, and other important volunteer information. To receive access to this portal, check your volunteer email or contact your ministry leader for a password.
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