The First Encounter

08/02/2026

If you’re not doing anything today come down to Principle Park to Faith and Family day with the Iowa Cubs! We’re playing at noon outside the gates between gates A and B. Weather is perfect!

07/28/2026

We’re excited to play at this weekend’s Faith and Family day with the Iowa Cubs. Come worship with us before the game!

Kick off next Sunday’s Faith and Family Day sponsored by Thrivent with a special pregame performance from First Encounter! Catch them live on the concourse behind home plate before the game starts.

Grab your seats now: https://atmilb.com/4ffOX2A

04/30/2026

We are excited to welcome Sam Halligan as our speaker tomorrow for First Friday Encounter. Sam Halligan is a dynamic speaker with a passion for revitalizing the Church. With an infectious sense of humor and powerful conviction, Sam engages audiences with his unique blend of fun and passion. Sam is a graduate of Benedictine College with degrees in Theology and Evangelization. Since serving in full-time ministry he has spoken to over 15,000 individuals and speaks to thousands every year. He runs a men’s podcast: Modern Man and authors a Substack publication, “Iron and Oak”. Sam is a dedicated and committed husband to Whitney and father to their three children. He serves with FORGE as the Director of Mission for Des Moines and regularly engages the adventure of life through CrossFit, triathlons, travel, authoring books & resources, and mentoring men.

04/10/2026

Happy Octave of Easter!
Take time this week to celebrate the joy of the Risen Lord!

We look forward to celebrating that Easter joy with you on Friday, May 1 at 7:00 pm at St. Pius X Catholic Church. Hope to see you there!