At Encounter Church we support local and international ministries
LOCAL
ICE
Supporting Christian Education in Ilfracombe
Alongside other churches in Ilfracombe, we are proud to support the Initiative in Christian Education (ICE)—a vital organization that funds a Christian youth worker at Ilfracombe Academy. ICE is dedicated to giving every young person the opportunity to explore and understand the Christian faith in a way that is relevant, engaging, and accessible.
Through this partnership, we help provide spiritual guidance, encouragement, and a safe space for students to ask questions and grow in their faith. We believe in investing in the next generation, equipping them with the truth, hope, and love of Jesus as they navigate life’s challenges.
If you’d like to learn more about ICE or get involved, we’d love to connect with you!
Groundlevel network
Encounter Church is proud to be part of the Ground Level Network—a family of churches dedicated to empowering, supporting, and caring for local churches, their leaders, and their ministries. Ground Level is committed to seeing the Church grow in influence, standing as a prophetic voice with a strong foundation in both the Word and Spirit.
The network provides incredible opportunities for connection and growth through events such as Awaken in Lincoln, National Forum Days for Senior Leaders, Tuesday Leaders’ Gatherings, Leaders’ Conferences, and Leaders’ Long Lunches—all designed to equip and encourage church leaders across the nation.
As a church, we actively invest in and support Ground Level, and we’re excited to see its influence expand even further in the South West. We believe in the power of unity and collaboration to see God’s kingdom advance in our region and beyond.
If you’d like to know more about Ground Level and how you can be part of this growing movement, we’d love to connect with you!
INTERNATIONAL
Israel
Supporting Kehilat Hamaayan in Israel
We are honored to support Kehilat Hamaayan, a vibrant Israeli fellowship in Kfar Saba. The name Hamaayan means “the wellspring”, reflecting their vision to plant congregations and establish a School of Ministry dedicated to training young people in the Word of God.
Middle East
Our Missionary in the Middle East
The Middle East is one of the most challenging regions in the world—where people face significant socioeconomic hardships and have the least access to the Christian message and resources. Despite these challenges, we believe in the power of the Gospel to bring transformation.
Since 2005, Encounter Church has been privileged to send and support one of our own members as a long-term missionary—first in Africa and now in the Middle East. Their mission is to reach unreached people, share the love of Jesus, and make disciples who will, in turn, make more disciples.
We are passionate about standing with them in prayer, encouragement, and financial support as they serve in this vital work.
Would you like to know more or find ways to support this mission? We’d love to connect with you!