October 3–4, 2026 | Stockton, California
THE ENCOUNTER:
JESUS IN THE CITY
2026

This is not just an event.
This is a city coming together for Jesus.

Experience The Encounter

The Encounter is a two-day citywide outreach bringing people together through worship, prayer, outreach, and acts of love. This is where communities unite, lives are impacted, and people encounter Jesus in a real way.

What Is The Encounter?

The Encounter is a free, citywide outreach designed to bring hope, unity, and the message of Jesus to the community.

Churches, volunteers, families, and organizations come together to serve, connect, and uplift the city through faith and action.

This is more than an event.
This is a movement.
What to Expect
Live worship and music
Outreach and evangelism
Free food and BBQ
Groceries and community
resources
Prayer and ministry support
Connection with local churches
Information booths and
community programs
Free clothing distribution (while supplies last)
Something for Everyone
General Area
Open gathering space
Information Booths
Programs and resources
Clothing & Resource Areas
Free items available
Youth Section
Space for young people to connect
Children's Section
Safe, fun activities
Day 2 – Community Fellowship &
Celebration
The second day is a fun-filled fellowship experience.
Food trucks with different types of food
Local businesses promoting their services
Continued music, worship, and prayer
Community connection
Remaining free items available (if any)
Impacting the City Together
Thousands
of people reached
Hundreds
of volunteers
Families
served with food,
clothing, and resources
Churches
and ministries united
Be Part of The Encounter

There are many ways to be part of this event.

Support the Mission

Sponsorship helps us reach more people and provide more resources to the community.

Become a Sponsor
Why We Do This

The Encounter exists to serve people, bring unity, and share the love of Jesus through action.

Join Us October 3–4, 2026

We invite you to be part of what God is doing in Stockton.

Get in Touch
Have questions or want to get involved?
209-687-7597
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