Encounter 2025
Sunday, January 19th, 6:30-8pm
Monday, January 20th, 6:30-8pm
Tuesday, January 21st, 6:30-8pm
Come enjoy three impactful nights of prayer, worship, and inspirational messages! This year, we are pleased to welcome Mark Spencer, Former Pastor and Leadership Coach, and Pastor John Mark Hamilton, from Grace Church of Chapel Hill, as our featured speakers. Our evenings will include children’s ministry for ages 0-5th grade. We will have Worship, Prayer, Inspiration, and an Encounter with the Holy Spirit!
Mark Spencer
former pastor and leadership coach
sunday, january 19th
Bios often highlight degrees, skills, and achievements. I suppose that is fine, however my greatest joy is this: Mark Spencer is a broken man who daily receives the help and grace of Jesus Christ. That is the source of what I teach. Jesus is alive. Jesus cares. Jesus will help you. One of the Lord’s great gifts to me is my wife, Betsy. Together we have five adult children and six grandchildren (yes, we’re hoping for more!). When we have free time, you will find us in the woods chasing birds.
john mark hamilton
site pastor, grace church of chapel hill
Monday & Tuesday, January 20th & 21st
John Mark Hamilton is a passionate pastor, communicator, and leader with a heart to help people discover their God-given purpose and live a life that reflects Jesus. Born and raised in North Carolina, John Mark joined the staff of Grace Church of Chapel Hill in January 2020, and now serves as the Campus Pastor of their Alamance campus, which launched in January 2024, with a vision to reach people and build lives.
With a strong foundation in leadership, team building, and discipleship, John Mark draws from his 15 years in college football to inspire others to follow Christ and live with a purpose. Whether leading young adults, building teams, or preaching God’s Word, his mission is to see lives transformed through the power of Jesus.
John Mark and his wife Amanda are the proud parents of three children - Emery, Abigail, and Titus. Together, they love sharing life with others, enjoying great food, traveling, and cheering on their favorite teams.