Encountering God
Devotion and Prayer Calls
Why Should You Join
Our prayer calls offer a unique and transformative opportunity to deepen your spiritual journey and foster a meaningful connection with God and others. Each call is centered around the annual theme of “Encountering God,” with monthly topics guiding participants to experience different facets of God’s presence in their lives. These gatherings provide encouragement and practical teachings to help you align your life with God’s Word and grow spiritually.
Joining the calls allows you to become part of a supportive and welcoming community where like-minded individuals share their faith journeys, offer encouragement, and lift each other in prayer. The interactive format, which includes your prayer requests and shared testimonies, fosters a deeper sense of connection and accountability. You’ll find comfort in knowing you are not alone in your walk with God.
Conveniently scheduled bi-weekly on Sunday evenings via Zoom, the calls are designed to fit into even the busiest of schedules, offering a concise yet impactful 30-minute session. Whether you are seeking spiritual growth, community, or guidance, our prayer calls are a powerful way to Encounter God, gain encouragement, and be equipped to live out your faith with renewed purpose and hope. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, grow, and be inspired.
Encounter God in 2026!
Get ready for a powerful new journey with our 2026 theme: Encountering God Through His Name.
Each month, we’ll explore the Names of God—revealing His power, promises, and presence (Jehovah Gibbor, Rapha, M’Kaddesh, Misqabbi, and more).
Set your reminders, invite a friend, and come grow deeper in God’s Word. We can’t wait to Encounter God together in 2026! #Encounter #EncounterGod #encouragement #encourage #newyear #newjourney
This Month calls:
5 Apr 2026 and 19 Apr 2026 7:00 PM EST
Encountering God - Jehovah Nissi (The Lord My Banner)
- Location: Online via Zoom
- Meeting ID: 822 7417 2259
- Passcode: 809474
Prayer calls schedule
Minister Frances Howell
Encountering God - Jehovah Tsidkenu
(The Lord Our Righteousness)
Jeremiah 23:6
In His days Judah will be saved, And Israel will dwell safely; Now this is His name by which He will be called THE LORD OUR RIGHTEOUSNESS.
| This powerful promise declares God’s faithfulness to His people and points to the coming of the Messiah. It assures us that under His rule there is salvation, safety, and restoration. The name “The Lord Our Righteousness” reminds us that true righteousness does not come from our own efforts, but from God Himself. Through Him, we are made right, covered by His grace, and able to live securely in His promises. |
Prayer Call Details
- Date: 4 Jan 2026 and 18 Jan 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM EST
- Location: Online via Zoom
- Meeting ID: 822 7417 2259
- Passcode: 809474
Co-Pastor Katina Holmes
Bethel Church, Bowie MD
Encountering God - El Roi: The God Who Sees Me
Genesis 16:13-14
El Roi is one of the most intimate and comforting names of God revealed in Scripture, emerging from a moment of profound human desperation and divine compassion. This name, meaning “The God Who Sees Me” or “The God of Seeing,” appears in the story of Hagar, Sarah’s Egyptian servant. Hagar found herself in an impossible situation—pregnant, mistreated, and fleeing into the wilderness. Cast out by her mistress Sarah and facing an uncertain future, she encountered the Angel of the Lord by a spring of water. In this divine encounter, God not only saw her physical location but understood her emotional and spiritual condition. El Roi reminds us that:
- God sees our circumstances when we feel invisible or forgotten
- God understands our pain even when others dismiss or overlook it
- God provides for us in our most desperate moments
- No one is too insignificant for God’s personal attention
Prayer Call Details
- Date: 1 Feb 2026 and 15 Feb 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM EST
- Location: Online via Zoom
- Meeting ID: 822 7417 2259
- Passcode: 809474
Pastor Jerome Holmes
Bethel Church, Bowie MD
Encountering God - Jehovah Gibbor
Psalm 24:8
Who is this King of glory? The Lord strong and mighty, The Lord mighty in battle.
| This declaration proclaims the unmatched power and authority of God as the King of Glory. He is strong, victorious, and mighty in every battle we face. It reminds us that the Lord goes before us, fights on our behalf, and reigns supreme over every challenge, offering confidence, hope, and assurance of His strength. |
Prayer Call Details
- Date: 1 Mar 2026 and 15 Mar 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM EST
- Location: Online via Zoom
- Meeting ID: 822 7417 2259
- Passcode: 809474
Pastor Carrie Carter
Hope and Deliverance Ministries, Garner NC
Encountering God - Jehovah Nissi
(The Lord My Banner)
Exodus 17:15
“And Moses built an altar and called its name, The-Lord-Is-My-Banner;”
This verse celebrates God as our Banner—the One who gives us victory, identity, and direction. By naming the altar The Lord Is My Banner, Moses declared that triumph comes from the Lord alone. It reminds us that in every battle, God stands over us, leading us, covering us, and calling us to rally under His presence and power.
Prayer Call Details
- Date: 5 Apr 2026 and 19 Apr 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM EST
- Location: Online via Zoom
- Meeting ID: 822 7417 2259
- Passcode: 809474
Emmanuel City Church,
Temple Hills, MD
Encountering God - El Olam
(The Everlasting God or the Eternal God)
Genesis 21:32-33
“Thus they made a covenant at Beersheba. So Abimelech rose with Phichol, the commander of his army, and they returned to the land of the Philistines. Then Abraham planted a tamarisk tree in Beersheba, and there called on the name of the Lord, the Everlasting God.”
This passage highlights God as the Everlasting God, faithful through every season and generation. By planting a tamarisk tree and calling on the Lord, Abraham marked a place of peace, covenant, and lasting worship. It reminds us that God’s promises endure beyond circumstances, and our trust in Him can be rooted securely in His unchanging nature.
Prayer Call Details
- Date: 3 May 2026 and 17 May 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM EST
- Location: Online via Zoom
- Meeting ID: 822 7417 2259
- Passcode: 809474
Pastor Stephanie Battle
Word Tabernacle Church, Rocky Mt NC
Encountering God - Jehovah M'Kaddesh
(The Lord Who Sanctifies)
Exodus 31:13
“Speak also to the children of Israel, saying: ‘Surely My Sabbaths you shall keep, for it is a sign between Me and you throughout your generations, that you may know that I am the LORD who sanctifies you.”
This verse reveals the Sabbath as a sacred sign of God’s covenant with His people. It reminds us that the Lord is the One who sanctifies—sets us apart and makes us holy. By honoring times of rest and worship, we acknowledge our dependence on God and deepen our relationship with the One who continually works to shape and renew us.
Prayer Call Details
- Date: 7 Jun 202 and 21 Jun 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM EST
- Location: Online via Zoom
- Meeting ID: 822 7417 2259
- Passcode: 809474
Nehemiah Family Worship Center,
Upper Marlboro MD
Encountering God - Jehovah Rohi
(The Lord, My Shepherd)
Psalm 23:1-3
“The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me to lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside the still waters. He restores my soul; He leads me in the paths of righteousness For His name’s sake.”
This beloved passage portrays the Lord as a caring Shepherd who lovingly provides, guides, and restores. It assures us that in His presence we lack nothing, finding peace, renewal, and right direction for our lives. God leads us in righteousness not because of our strength, but for His name’s sake, revealing His faithful and gracious character.
Prayer Call Details
- Date: 5 Jul 2026 and 19 Jul 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM EST
- Location: Online via Zoom
- Meeting ID: 822 7417 2259
- Passcode: 809474
Encountering God Through Testimonies
Testimonies can be powerful ways to share what God has done and is continuing to do in our lives. Sharing our testimony can lead a person to salvation, as well as healing and bringing us closer together.
This month we will hear some powerful and miraculous testimonies of how God has healed, delivered and saved.
Join us August 3rd and 17th to be encouraged by the testimonies that God can perform miracles in your life.
Revelation 12:11 And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony
Speaker To Be Named
Experiencing God - Jehovah Shalom
(The Lord my Peace)
Judges 6:24
“So Gideon built an altar there to the Lord, and called it. The-Lord-Is-Peace. To this day it is still in Ophrah of the Abiezrites.”
This verse reveals God as The Lord Is Peace, the One who brings calm and assurance in the midst of fear and uncertainty. By building the altar, Gideon acknowledged that true peace comes from God’s presence, not from circumstances. It reminds us that when God meets us, He replaces fear with peace and establishes confidence in His promises.
Prayer Call Details
- Date: 6 Sep 2026 and 20 Sep 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM EST
- Location: Online via Zoom
- Meeting ID: 822 7417 2259
- Passcode: 809474
Miracle Outreach Ministries,
Wilson NC
Encountering God - Jehovah Misqabbi
(The Lord, My Strong Tower)
Psalm 18:2 and 2 Samuel 22:2
“The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer; My God, my [a]strength, in whom I will trust; My shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.; 2 Samuel 22:2 And he said: The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer”
This declaration describes the Lord as our unshakable refuge and source of strength. He is our protector, deliverer, and defender in every season. The imagery of a rock, fortress, and shield assures us that we can fully trust God to guard, sustain, and save us when we place our confidence in Him.
Prayer Call Details
- Date: 4 Oct 2026 and 18 Oct 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM EST
- Location: Online via Zoom
- Meeting ID: 822 7417 2259
- Passcode: 809474
Speaker To Be Named
Encountering God - Jehovah Ori
(The Lord, My Light)
Psalm 27:1
“The Lord is my light and my salvation; Whom shall I fear? The Lord is the strength of my life; Of whom shall I be afraid?”
This verse proclaims the Lord as our light, salvation, and strength, driving away fear and uncertainty. It reminds us that when God is our source of guidance and protection, there is no need to be afraid. His presence gives clarity, courage, and confidence to face every challenge.
Prayer Call Details
- Date: 1 Nov 2026 and 15 Nov 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM EST
- Location: Online via Zoom
- Meeting ID: 822 7417 2259
- Passcode: 809474
Archbishop Quintard S. Caldwell
Experiencing God - Jehovah Jireh
(The Lord, My Provider)
Genesis 22:14
“And Abraham called the name of the place, [a]The-Lord-Will-Provide; as it is said to this day, “In the Mount of the Lord it shall be provided”
This passage reveals God as The Lord Who Provides, faithful to meet every need at the right time. By naming the place The Lord Will Provide, Abraham testified to God’s perfect provision and trustworthiness. It reminds us that even in moments of testing, God sees ahead and supplies exactly what is needed according to His purpose.
Prayer Call Details
- Date: 6 Dec 2026 and 20 Dec 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM EST
- Location: Online via Zoom
- Meeting ID: 822 7417 2259
- Passcode: 80947