Mission and Vision
At Encounter Church, our mission is to make disciples who love Jesus, live like Jesus, and lead others to Jesus. We are dedicated to fostering a supportive and spiritually enriching community where individuals can grow in their faith and serve others. God has entrusted us with a space to nurture this kind of community, and we are its caretakers. As our congregation grows, so does our need for expanded facilities and enhanced resources to better serve our community.
refreshing our space. maximizing our mission.
Our current facilities have served us well, but we are now at a point where growth and development are essential. The increasing number of community members and our expanding programs require more space and updated amenities to continue our mission effectively. In addition, some parts of our facility simply need repair or updating.
refreshing our space. maximizing our mission.
Campaign
Overview
Your gift to Refresh will...
Enhance Facilities: Create more space in the narthex; create better flow in spaces for children and youth; maximize seating in the sanctuary, add bathrooms near the sanctuary and air conditioning throughout the church.
Strengthen Community: Provide additional
support for community outreach programs and services.
Maximize Ministry Longevity: Improve the
lifespan of our facility for future ministry.
refreshing our space. maximizing our mission.
Campaign
Goals
$1.5M is ~50% of the total remaining need for the Refresh campaign. We currently have an additional ~$1.5M saved.
There were 236 unique givers who support Encounter financially. Therefore, our participation goal is to receive 188 pledges towards Refresh.
The Impact of Your Gift
“We are planting seeds that will grow into a harvest for generations. Every brick, every gift, every sacrifice builds more than walls; it builds faith, hope, and opportunities to encounter Jesus.”
Michael Lee | Lead Pastor
Make your Pledge
Pick up a paper pledge card in the lobby of
Encounter Church -OR- for a digital pledge
card click on the link below.
NOTE: Pledge cards are due no later than 2/1/26. Please put your paper pledge card in the box at the church lobby display.
Ready to Give?
Click on the link below to give online and by selecting "Refresh" in the Giving Type -OR- see the below options to give now.
Options to Fulfill Your Pledge
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Donor Directed Fund: Mail check made out to Encounter Church with REFRESH in memo line to: Encounter Church, PO BOX 2, Mercer Island, WA 98040
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Online giving via credit/debit card: Visit www.encountereastside.org, Click on REFRESH, then GIVE NOW
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Check: Mail check made out to "Encounter Church" with REFRESH in memo line to: Encounter Church, PO BOX 2, Mercer Island, WA 98040 -OR- use sanctuary offering boxes
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Cash: Put cash in an envelope labeled for REFRESH and place in sanctuary offering boxes
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Stock Transfers: DTC: 0226, Receiving Firm: Fidelity; Receiving Account Number: RZ4040809; Receiving Account Registration: Encounter Church; Contact; Paul Chun paul@hogenhoutassociates.com
refreshing our space. maximizing our mission.
Thank you for your support
Your support is crucial to the success of Refresh and the future of Encounter Church. We invite you to be a part of this transformative journey. Together, we can build a stronger, more vibrant community. Thank you for your commitment to our mission and your dedication to our community.
For more information or personalized assistance, please contact:
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Refresh Lead: Ron Johnson
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Text/Call: (206) 679-2183
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Email: RNJ777@mac.com
