Written by: Encounter Church
Article source: JOY! Magazine
What happens when faith meets economists, entrepreneurs, and artists to wrestle with South Africa’s future? Leon du Preez, Founder of Encounter Church, hosts Into The Deep, where leading voices tackle faith, politics, and real solutions.
Your Turn to Lead
At Encounter, leadership isn’t reserved for a few, but it’s the calling of every believer. Through their Pathway journey, serving in the church and leadership camps, men and women are discovering that influence begins at home, in the workplace, and in the community.
3 Ways Encounter Church Equips Leaders:
- Pathway → Discover Purpose
The Pathway journey guides believers to uncover their callings and step into their God-given purpose. - Serving → Training Through Action
Leaders are developed by serving in the church, gaining hands-on experience that builds character and confidence. - Leadership Camps → Spiritual Renewal
Camps create space for fellowship, teaching, and encounters with God that refresh and ignite leaders for greater influence.
This vision continues through the Global School of Ministry (GSOM). More than a Bible school, GSOM is where faith meets real life. It is designed for people from every background, equipping believers to carry Biblical insight into their careers, families, and communities. GSOM makes it clear that leadership is not limited to the pulpit — it belongs in boardrooms, classrooms, homes, and creative spaces. Every believer can lead in their sphere of influence without stepping away from their profession.
Examples of These Courses Include:
- Dream Interpretation
- Biblical Cryptology
- Attachment Theory
- …and MANY more designed for you!
Leadership is the calling of every believer.
Your journey with Encounter Church starts here: encounterchurch.co.za
Explore how GSOM can transform your everyday world: www.globalschoolofministry.tv
This article is featured in the November issue of JOY! Magazine. Read a digital version of this magazine here: joygifts.co.za
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Date published: 24/10/2025
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