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Follow along with Encounter Youth at Encounter Church in Quarryville, PA! Youth Pastor Jake Ragsdale shares week to week and brings in guests and other students.

Encounter Youth Encounter Church

    • Religion & Spirituality

Follow along with Encounter Youth at Encounter Church in Quarryville, PA! Youth Pastor Jake Ragsdale shares week to week and brings in guests and other students.

    Prayer: A Journey of Faith

    Prayer: A Journey of Faith

    Why does Jesus call his followers into a life of prayer? How are we supposed to enter into it when we have been crushed, disappointed, or filled with doubt because life has turned out the way we expected or prayed it would? Tim shares through the story of Thomas that prayer starts in the place of helplessness. When we stay in the conversation no matter what we are feeling or experiencing, Jesus shows up.

    Encounter Youth meets at Encounter Church (300 Hideaway Dr, Quarryville, PA) on Wednesday nights at 6:45pm. If you would like to join a community of youth who are welcoming, have a blast praising Jesus, and are serious about following the Way, come on out!

    • 24 min
    Session 1 - Connor Mayes

    Session 1 - Connor Mayes

    National Day of Prayer was an incredible day! Over 230 students from all over the southern end joined us for a dedicated time of seeking God's Presence and praying for our generation. We hope you are stirred by Connor's word from session 1!

    • 35 min
    Session 2 - Jake Ragsdale

    Session 2 - Jake Ragsdale

    Jake brought the fire on session 2 from this years National Day of Prayer! Over 230 students came to worship Jesus and pray for our generation. We hope you are encouraged listening to this message!

    • 33 min
    The Fear of the Lord

    The Fear of the Lord

    One incredibly important aspect of worship is our understanding of the fear of the Lord. It may seem strange that, according to the Bible, one of the ways we draw closer to God is through a healthy reverence and respect. Jake dove into the significance of truly acknowledging how powerful and infinite God is while at the same time trusting His revealed character of love and mercy. If you have wondered about this topic, we hope you get a chance to listen in!

    Encounter Youth meets at Encounter Church (300 Hideaway Dr, Quarryville, PA) on Wednesday nights at 6:45pm. If you would like to join a community of youth who are welcoming, have a blast praising Jesus, and are committed to seeking God's kingdom, come on out!

    • 25 min
    Hebrew Words For Praise

    Hebrew Words For Praise

    The English word "praise" basically means to assess someone or some thing's value and tell others about it. Tons of verses through the Bible, and specifically the Psalms, mention praise as something the followers of God are expected to do. However, the Hebrew words translated as praise in English often have more specific and practical actions are a significant part of them. Tim shared about seven words that have impacted him and led us through a series of activations and an extended praise break!

    Encounter Youth meets at Encounter Church (300 Hideaway Dr, Quarryville, PA) on Wednesday nights at 6:45pm. If you would like to join a community of youth who are welcoming, have a blast praising Jesus, and are serious about learning the Way, come on out!

    • 21 min
    Expressing Our Worship (Praise)

    Expressing Our Worship (Praise)

    We're continuing to dive into understanding what the Bible teaches regarding worship and prayer, two of our core values at Encounter Youth! In this message, Tim talked about how praise is a specific action we do in order to express our hearts for God. If you've ever wondered why we spend so much time in musical worship and encourage each to sing and dance, this message is for you!

    Encounter Youth meets at Encounter Church (300 Hideaway Dr, Quarryville, PA) on Wednesday nights at 6:45pm. If you would like to join a community of youth who are welcoming, know how to have fun, and are serious about following Jesus, come on out!

    • 24 min

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