SPARK

SPARK is a grass roots multi-site equipping retreat that began in 2011 by two Indiana Church of the Nazarene districts partnering together. The following year, all four Indiana districts partnered together. Fast-forward 10 years: we now have 15 different SPARKs in 15 regions of the USA and Canada. In 2020, we are excited to add SPARK in Washington and Illinois.

SPARK is a 3 day/2 night retreat for Local Children’s Leaders at Camp and Conference Centers. What can you expect at this retreat? Leadership development, connect with others, and learn together for a low cost. Each year, we are reminded that we are one team from different cities and on different districts, but all called to serve God, children and their families.

For more information about hosting a SPARK in your area, click here.

Upcoming Locations

FOR ADULTS SERVING IN MINISTRY…

2020 LOCATIONS

SPARK::Southwest                  April 16-18, 2020     Prescott, AZ     Rescheduled to 2021

SPARK::Northwest                 April 30-May 2, 2020     Leavenworth, WA     Rescheduled to 2021

SPARK::Pacific Northwest     May 7-9, 2020     Oakland, OR   Rescheduled to 2021

SPARK::Intermountain           May 14-16, 2020     Cascade, ID     Rescheduled to 2021

SPARK::Canada West                May 21-23, 2020     Olds, AB     Rescheduled to 2021

SPARK::Great Lakes                 October 22-24, 2020     Howell, MI     Registration Opens 06.01.20

SPARK::Central                         November 5-7, 2020     Greenville, IL     Registration Opens 06.01.20

2021 LOCATIONS

SPARK::Florida                        February 4-6, 2021     Lake Placid, FL   Registration Opens 10.01.20

SPARK::Southeast                   February 11-13, 2021     Adrian, GA    Registration Opens 10.01.20

SPARK::MidSouth                   February 18-20, 2021     Dickson, TN   Registration Opens 10.01.20

SPARK::South Central            February 25-27, 2021     TBD     Registration Opens 10.01.20

SPARK::Indiana                       March 4-6, 2021     Marion, IN     Registration Opens 10.01.20

SPARK::Midwest                     March 11-13, 2021     West Harrison, IN     Registration Opens 10.01.20

SPARK::Ozarks                        March 18-20, 2021     Quapaw, OK     Registration Opens 10.01.20

SPARK::Southwest                  April 15-17, 2021     Prescott, AZ     Registration Opens 10.01.20

SPARK::Northern California April 22-24, 2021     Forbestown, CA     Registration Opens 10.01.20

SPARK::Pacific Northwest    April 29-May 1, 2021     Oakland, OR     Registration Opens 10.01.20

SPARK::Northwest                 May 6-8, 2021     Leavenworth, WA     Registration Opens 10.01.20

SPARK::Intermountain        May 13-15, 2021     Cascade, ID     Registration Opens 10.01.20

SPARK::Canada West          May 27-29, 2021     Olds, AB     Registration Opens 10.01.20

FOR STUDENTS EXPLORING THEIR CALL INTO MINISTRY…

SPARK::Explore                       Email [email protected] for more information.

2020 PROMO VIDEO

2019 PROMO VIDEO

Dr. David Roland

District Superintendent - Northeast Indiana District Church of the Nazarene

I have observed a remarkable fresh outlook and confidence in children's workers who have attended SPARK each year. SPARK has been a great benefit for us, Indianapolis, Northwest Indiana and Southwest Indiana Districts as we partner together. It has brought a team spirit between the districts, served as a great encouragement to children's workers in the local church, and is full of creative ideas to build on in their local church. SPARK will have a great benefit for your district and local children's workers and their ministry.

SPARK Attender

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you! When I got here I was not sure I was going to stay a Children's Pastor, but God has met me in a BIG way. I am refreshed, renewed, refocused, redirected and ready to move forward with new insight, new vision, new goals and lots of hugs from Jesus (with skin on). Thank you for this weekend. Signed - a weary warrior who received rest and relaxation and is ready for battle!!