The mission of The Youth Encounter is…
“To inform, inspire, and invigorate the youth at Woodlawn Forrest to reignite their passion and zeal for being an integral part of God’s Kingdom and Love Connection.”
JaCory L. Sermons
Youth Minister/ Youth Encounter Director
JaCory has been serving as the Youth Minister at Woodlawn Forrest since December 31, 2012. Prior to becoming the Youth Minister he worked in various ministries throughout the congregation including the Youth Council, A/V Ministry, and Usher Ministry.
JaCory has been preaching since July 2, 2007. He has preached at youth conferences and rallies throughout the southeast.
After spending 2 years in a global pandemic, JaCory realized that many young people were suffering from depression, worry, and anxiety which they had no clue they were facing. The reality is, many of our young people were sick way before the pandemic. The pandemic only exposed what was already prevalent in their lives and has made a tremendous impact on their mental, physical, spiritual, and psychological well being.
“It is my prayer that The Youth Encounter will serve as a revival & a healing mechanism for the young people at Woodlawn Forrest and all those who attend this year’s conference.” ~ JLS