What is TLE?

Total Life Encounters is an exciting ministry that utilizes music, drama, puppetry, signing, and message to reach the "total life" of young people. This ministry began in 1979 under the direction of Mike Bernard, pastor of Central Baptist Church in Athens, Tennessee. TLE has had the opportunity to minister to many churches, groups, and other ministries throughout the eastern United States. Each program has a central theme focusing on a personal and growing relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ.