Encounter Jesus As Never Before
Four unique adventures to meet Jesus personally
and experience the life He created you for.
Who Is This Adventure For?
For The Curious
Wondering what a relationship with Jesus looks like? Start here.
For The Faithful
Ready to grow closer to Jesus and experience Him in new ways?
For The Busy
Life is hectic—but this experience meets you where you are, on your schedule.
Why Encounter Jesus?
Simple, accessible, and crafted to fit your life.
- Accessible: Short, approachable weekly sessions fit into any schedule—at home, with friends, or in person.
- Personal: Meet Jesus, wherever you are in life.
- Purposeful: Learn how to embrace God’s plan for your life and inspire others to do the same.
Explore Four Encounters With Jesus
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Encounter Jesus 1: The Rescue
Discover how God created you for an eternal adventure and experience His plan to rescue you for that adventure.
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Encounter Jesus 2: Walking As A Disciple
How to actually live your adventure. Walk humbly with Jesus and live as a Spirit-filled disciple in His Church.
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Encounter Jesus 3: Sharing The Good News
Living an adventure is great, sharing it is even better. Learn how to share your relationship with Jesus authentically in your daily life.
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Encounter Jesus 4: Your Divine Purpose
Discover your God-given purpose and and the gifts the Holy Spirit has given you so you can fulfill the adventure you were created for.
Why Join A Small Group?
- Everything is better when it’s shared with people we care about.
- Participating with others can deepen your experience and open the door to rich conversations.
- Whether it’s friends, family, or fellow church members, small groups are a great way to grow together.
Small Group Why & How – Read More
How Does It Work?
There are 4 Encounters to walk you, or someone you invite to go with you, from a new relationship with Jesus to fulfilling the purpose you were created for. Each encounter consist of 4 session between 30-60 minutes each. The sessions are led by Jesus and designed to ignite faith and inspire action. No commitment is required—come as you are, when you’re ready. It would be ideal to take them in order, but definitely not necessary. Jesus will meet you wherever you are.
Join the Team That’s Changing Eternities
Leading people to live the eternal adventure Jesus created them for.
Why Join? This Is What We’re Working On
You were made to do great things for God, and you don’t have to do it alone. By joining Christian Teams Excel, you’ll be part of a growing movement to deepen your faith, build connections, and help others experience the life-changing love of Jesus.
Here’s what being part of the team means:
- Grow in Faith: Access free resources, event links, and recordings to grow closer to Jesus.
- Find Your Role: Be inspired to fulfill your God-given purpose.
- Build Relationships: Connect with others on the same mission.
- Make an Impact: Equip yourself to lead others to Jesus
Are You Ready To Encounter Jesus?
Jesus Is Ready To Meeting You. Start Your Encounter Today!
Encountering Jesus FAQs
Who is the Encountering Jesus Series For?
Have you ever felt like something was missing?
Maybe you’ve been to church your whole life but have never truly met Jesus in a personal way. Maybe you’re curious about what a real relationship with Him could look like. Or maybe you’ve encountered Him before, but you’re longing to go deeper or share that joy with others.
We live in a world full of noise and distractions, making it easy to lose sight of what truly matters. The Encounter Jesus Series offers a simple way to experience Jesus personally, whether you’re just beginning to seek Him or you’re ready to deepen your faith.
This isn’t about religion or routine—it’s about relationship.
Why this series?
- Meeting Jesus in a Noisy World
In today’s fast-paced culture, connecting with Jesus can feel impossible. This series makes it simple: four short, approachable weekly sessions that fit into busy lives. In person or online. Alone or part of a group. Even those who are hesitant about faith can say, “I’ll give this a try.” - Walking Humbly as a Disciple
Encountering Jesus changes everything. But knowing how to live as His disciple can feel overwhelming. This series helps you take those first steps with clarity, purpose, and practical guidance rooted in the Holy Spirit. - Sharing Jesus with Others
If you’ve ever wanted to share your relationship with Jesus but didn’t know how, this series equips you to reach out authentically and walk alongside others. It’s about meeting people where they are and sharing the joy of knowing Jesus.
What makes this series unique?
- Short and Focused: Four-week sessions designed to fit into busy lives.
- Accessible to All: Start alone or as a small group—in person or online—whatever works for you.
- Real Encounters: These aren’t just lectures. Each session is crafted to help you meet the living Jesus, build your relationship with Him, and share Him with others.
Imagine what your life—and the lives of those you love—could look like after Encountering Jesus. This series is your opportunity to deepen your relationship with Him, and help others do the same.
How are these encounters structured?
Each encounter has 4 sessions and each session is approximately 60 minutes. They can be done online or you can check the events for live Encounters near you. The series is designed to ignite faith, inspire action and faithfully guide you to meet Jesus personally and walk with Him daily, showing others the path to do the same. No commitment, come and go as you please.
Encountering Jesus: The Rescue
Explain Jesus Encounter 1 – The Rescue
Goal: Walk through a life-changing encounter with the living Jesus. Jesus is patient, go at your own pace. He is always calling. Will you answer the call and be transformed?
- Session 1 : You Were Created For An Eternal Adventure With God.
- Session 2: The Problem of Sin—Why We Need Rescued.
- Session 3: Jesus’ Rescue Mission—You, Jesus, the Cross & Resurrection.
- Session 4: What Will You Do After What Jesus Has Done?
Explain Jesus Encounter 2 – Walking As A Disciple
Goal: Be Spirit inspired and empowered to begin to walk humbly with Jesus and live as Spirit-filled disciples within the Catholic Church.
- Session 1: Picking Up Your Cross Daily—Walking with Jesus.
- Session 2: Encountering All Of Jesus in the Mass and Eucharist
- Session 3: Being Sanctified by the Holy Spirit Through the Sacraments
- Session 4: Live as Part of the Body of Christ—Serving Him Through His Church
Explain Jesus Encounter 3 – Sharing The Good News
Goal: Share your relationship with Jesus simply and authentically through your daily life. Meet others where they are, giving them what you have…Jesus!
- Session 1: Holy Spirit Listening—Hearing Others Through Christ’s Ears
- Session 2: Seeing Their Path—An Adventure With You, Them & Jesus
- Session 3: Sharing Your Stories—Jesus Encounters That Changed You.
- Week 4: Sharing The Story Of Jesus—Inviting Others To Know Him.
Explain Jesus Encounter 4 – Your Divine Purpose
Goal: Discern the purpose God created you for. Embrace the spiritual gifts the Holy Spirit has provided to fulfill that purpose. Live your eternal adventure.
- Session 1: Hearing God’s Call for Your Life
- Session 2: Discovering the Charisms the Holy Spirit Has Given You
- Session 3: Testing and Developing Your Spiritual Gifts
- Session 4: Living Your Mission as a Spirit-Led Disciple