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Compassion Month


  • Encounter Community Church 1213 W State St Belding, MI, 48809 (map)

Compassion Month at Encounter Church

November 16 – December 14, 2025

Join us in extending compassion to families in need right here in Belding during the holiday season. Compassion Month is our church-wide initiative to come together and care for our community in tangible ways.

Thanksgiving Basket Sponsorship

  • Sponsor sign-up begins: Sunday, October 19

  • Basket donation drop offs: Sunday, November 16 & Sunday, November 23

  • Basket delivery date: Monday, November 24

  • Prepare a Thanksgiving Basket to bless a local family. Sign up to sponsor a basket and bring it to Encounter by November 23.

COMING SOON - Christmas Gift Sponsorship

  • Gift return deadline: Sunday, December 14

  • Pick up a tag in the lobby, purchase the gift described, wrap it, and return it with the tag securely attached. These gifts will go directly to families in our community.

Let’s be the hands and feet of Jesus this season. Whether you’re preparing a basket or wrapping a gift, every act of kindness makes a difference.

Earlier Event: November 13
Men's Ministry Knockout
Later Event: November 23
Children's Pantry Diaper Drive