choose your journey
WEDNESDAYS
6:30-8PM
SEPT 23-NOV 4
Grow Nights is a 7-week journey designed to help you go deeper in your walk with Jesus through practical, biblical, and relational discipleship. Choose one track to journey through for all 7 weeks. Space is limited in some tracks, so register early.
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Track 1: Rooted Identity
Wayne cauvto & silvanna Kneeland
— Living as Sons & Daughters
Go deeper than surface-level identity and learn how your view of God shapes the way you see yourself, your worth, your relationships, and your purpose. This track explores the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, core Christian beliefs, and what it means to live as a son or daughter of God—especially in the places where shame, striving, insecurity, or past experiences have distorted what you believe about yourself.
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Track 2: The Transforming Word
bonny Hoeflien & jerard Spencer
— Encounter God, Hear His Voice & Live His Word
Whether you’re just beginning to read the Bible or have followed Jesus for years, there is always more depth to discover in Scripture. Learn practical ways to study and interpret the Bible, understand context, hear God through His Word, apply biblical truth to everyday life, and grow in confidence communicating what you’ve learned. You’ll also learn how to take a passage of Scripture and develop it into a clear, meaningful Bible teaching or sermon message.
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Track 3: Faithful Stewardship
Tad Rowley & Karl Hoeflien
— Faithful With What’s in Your Hands
Learn how to bring order to the areas of life that can easily feel overwhelming—money, time, responsibilities, priorities, and the gifts God has entrusted to you. This track will help you create practical systems for budgeting, managing bills, reducing debt, building healthier rhythms, using your time more intentionally, and becoming more faithful with what’s already in your hands.
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Track 4: Living in Abba
Chris & DIck O'Riley
— Hearing His Voice & Learning to Pray
Prayer is more than a spiritual discipline, it’s an invitation into an ongoing relationship with God. Learn how to recognize His voice, pray Scripture, intercede for others, grow in confidence, and develop a personal, consistent rhythm of prayer that becomes part of everyday life.
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Track 5: Marriage & Family
Pastor Zack & Rachelle
— Building Healthy Homes in the Presence of God
Healthy homes are built with intention, grace, and practical tools for navigating real relationships. This track explores communication, conflict, marriage, parenting, and family dynamics while helping you create stronger connection and cultivate a home where people can grow, heal, and experience the presence of God together.
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Youth: DISCOVERING THE REAL YOU (AGES 11-18 ONLY)
Mikey Cabrera, Youth Director
— Knowing Who You Are. Living It Out.
Teens will use the SOAP Bible study method to explore Scriptures about identity, purpose, belonging, and who God says they are. Each week will help them learn how to read the Bible for themselves, understand what it means, apply it to real-life situations, and allow God’s truth to shape the way they see themselves and live.
NEED CHILDCARE?
Please register any children who will be attending so we can plan accordingly for childcare.
Childcare is available for ages 3–10 only. Children ages 11–18 have their own class and should be registered separately above.
Childcare Note: If you need childcare for a child under the age of 3, please email david@encounterny.com for availability.
GROW NIGHTS NAVIGATOR
Not sure which track is right for you?
I know sometimes the hardest part is just figuring out where to start. If you’re looking through the different Grow Nights tracks and aren’t sure which one would be the best fit for you, I’d love to help.
Whether you have questions about a track, want help deciding what might be best for the season you’re in, or just need a little direction before registering, feel free to reach out.
You don’t have to figure it out on your own. I’m here to help you find your next step.
Amanda Williams
amanda@encounterny.com
frequently asked questions
What is Grow Nights?
Grow Nights is a 7-week discipleship experience designed to help you grow in your relationship with God and learn how to live out your faith in everyday life. Each Wednesday from 6:30–8:00 PM, you’ll gather with the same class to learn, ask questions, build community, and grow together through practical teaching and conversation.
Who can attend?
Grow Nights is for every stage of the journey. Whether you’re exploring faith, newly following Jesus, rebuilding your foundation, or have walked with Him for years, each track is designed to help you keep growing with intention, depth, and community.
Do I have to sign up in advance?
Yes. Please register for the Grow Nights track you plan to attend and complete separate registration for any teens or children joining you. Registration helps us prepare enough space, materials, and volunteers so everyone can be welcomed and cared for well.
Can I switch tracks after I sign up?
Because each track is designed as a 7-week journey, we ask that you choose one track and commit to it for the full experience. Staying with the same group gives you space to build relationships, go deeper each week, and get the most out of what you’re learning together.
What about my kids?
Kids and teens have their own Grow Nights experience happening at the same time as the adult tracks. Please register each child or teen separately so we can prepare the right space, materials, and leaders for their age group.
What if I miss a week?
That's okay! We'd love for you to attend all 7 weeks, but you're welcome to jump back in the next week even if you miss one.
Where do I go when I arrive?
Each Grow Nights track will meet in a different room throughout the building. Your group leader will let you know where your class will be meeting before the first night.
Who do I contact with questions?
Please contact your group leader or amanda@encounterny.com for any questions.