STRENGTHENING OUR COMMUNITY THROUGH ENCOUNTERS WITH GOD
Encounter Ministry exists to reconnect people with the joy and purpose God intended each us to experience in our lives.
We were designed to be overflowing with hope, and to be a blessing to others.
Unfortunately, the world we live in is full of despair and distractions. It’s easy for us to be pulled into the fray, and to sink into a daily life of fear and anxiety.
Our ministry offers life-changing events, mentorship programs, Biblical counseling, and a community of those who enjoy serving others to provide healing and renewal for our community.
In 2026, we are launching the region’s first School of Biblical Counseling and Discipleship approved and supported through the ABC (Association of Biblical Counselors). This is going to have a large impact on our ability to serve our community with biblically-based counseling support.
We are a ministry characterized by inclusivity, welcoming people from all walks of life, from seekers of truth to all Christian denominations.
It’s our goal to provide programs which result in profound personal change, allow for new friendships and a sense of community. We desire for all to embrace a deeper commitment to Christ and His teachings.
A Life-Changing Opportunity
LATEST ARTICLES
Detroit Encounter Results In New Ministry Calling
It was John Thompson’s job to work in a place of darkness. As someone who had served 23 years in the Melvindale Police Department in South Detroit, Michigan, he had experienced some of the worst actions of humanity. As a detective tasked to deal with homicides and sex...
Radically Changed Lives In San Diego
Many of you may be aware there have been a group of men from San Diego who have been attending Men’s Encounters in Reno, Nevada this year with the intention of bringing the ministry to churches in their community. Led by Ron Flores, these men have been focused on...
The Key To Healthy Marriages
One of the most transforming services provided by Encounter Ministry is their weekend event for couples. The ministry’s Men’s Encounters and Women’s Encounters typically fill up shortly after they open for registration. The Marriage Encounters remain more of a hidden...
Encounter Ministry Steps Up In Service For CityFest
Hopefully you had a chance to experience Reno-Tahoe CityFest, which featured multiple events through the end of August. If you did, you might have noticed some familiar faces from Encounter Ministry. The reason is the ministry’s collective servant heart was on full...
Celebrating Marriage
Encounter Ministry launched initially as a men’s ministry. A few years later it expanded to serving both men and women. Yet, if you ask Encounter Ministry Co-Founder Richard Wenschlag what he believes is the most important ministry focus of the organization today, his...
Women Lift Prayers Up For The City
More than 120 women from churches all around the region assembled last night for food, fellowship, and prayer at Encounter Ministry. To get things kicked off in a tasty manner the men of Encounter Ministry (including one young man) served up a barbecue for the ladies...