Frequently Asked Questions
Q. With which church is Encore Mingles Ministry connected?
A. Kensington Community Church
1825 E. Square Lake Rd.
Troy, Michigan 48085
Q. Do I have to attend or be a member of Kensington Church to go to Encore activities?
A. You do not need to attend Kensington or be a "Member." All are welcome!
Q. Is Encore on Facebook?
A. Yes! Join our growing group on Encore's brand-new Facebook Page! Wee some of our upcomoing events there!
Click on this link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/298628738896090/
Q. What age group is Encore for?
A. Single adults who are 45+ with most being in their 50’s and older.
Q. How can I get on the mailing list?
A. If you would like to receive weekly updates, write to us at
248-786-0760 and leave a message.
Let us know your wishes and leave your full name, contact information, and email address.
Q. Does Encore meet as a whole group?
A. No. Kensington has seven campuses and covers a large geographical area; therefore, we do not all meet together. Encore Mingles meet in smaller groups at specific events of interest to them. Attend an event that you are interested in and you will find others that like to do the same things.
Q. How many attend Encore’s events?
A. Attendance varies depending on the event and individual interests.
Q. Are all Encore events held at the Troy Campus?
A.No. Events are usually planned at other venues around the Oakland/Macomb County area.
Q. I attend one campus. How can I find out about singles at other campuses?
A. Write to
Let us know your wishes and leave your full name, phone, and email address information.
Q. Will there be a specific Encore Singles Group formed in other campuses?
A. If you are interested in being a part of a group that may start up at another campus in the future, write to
Let us know your wishes, leave your full name, contact information, and email address. If a group starts up, you will be contacted.
Q. What if I want to talk to a real live person?
A. Call Encore at 248-786-0760 and leave a message. Someone will return your call as soon as possible.
Q. I’d like to volunteer to help plan, co-host, or assist with Encore events. Who do I contact?
A. Write to
Let us know your wishes and leave your full name, phone number, and email address. We will respond as soon as possible.
Q. I have a question that is not covered here. Who do I contact?
A. Write to
Let us know what your question is and we will respond as soon as possible.
Q. How can I have my monetary donation go to Encore Singles Ministry?
A. Thank you for asking!
Simply write a check and make it payable to Kensington Church.
On the memo line be sure to write Encore Mingles Ministry and we will receive your donation.
Also, so that we may thank you and assure that our records are correct, please let us know that you are making a donation by writing to
Q. May I receive credit for my donation on my income tax return?
A. Yes. Check with your tax preparer.
Q. I’m a Catholic? Is it ok for me to be a part of Encore?
A. Absolutely! You do not need to attend Kensington or be a "Member." All adult singles are welcome at any activity!
Q. Does Encore have a Web Site?
A. Yes! www.encoresingles.org (You're on it now!) Browse around and check it out!
You may also check out other activities on Kensington’s Web site: www.KensingtonChurch.org
Q. What is Encore’s Privacy Policy?
A. Personal contact information (phone numbers, email addresses and home addresses) received by the Leadership Team of Encore will be used solely for the purpose of Encore communications (Newsletters, Invitations, Updates, Changes, Cancellations, etc.) and will NOT be shared with others. Those attending Encore activities may choose to share/not share their own personal contact information at their discretion. Please DO NOT share contact information of other participants without their expressed permission.
YOUR PRIVACY IS IMPORTANT TO US!