Theme: "In the Beginning: Entering the Story God Is Writing Through You"

Suncadia, WA | November 

Join us in Suncadia Washington in the mountains of the Pacific Northwest for our kickoff and commissioning into the program were we will learn from one of our Ember Discipleship Faculty members to prepare the students for their discipleship journey. 

This advance is not just about learning—it’s about living the rhythms of spiritual formation. From fireside conversations and times of solitude to group discussions that explore personal stories and shared experiences, students will walk away refreshed, emboldened, and ready to step into the next chapter of their journey God is writing. 

Suncadia offers not just natural beauty, but also a place to be more than a classroom, where students are invited to encounter God’s presence in creation and community. This is where disciples are formed, leaders are shaped, and callings are confirmed.

Theme: "Pay Attention: Learning to See God’s Movement in the City"

New York, NY | January 

As part of the NYC Cultural Exegesis Trip, students will participate in the Altars Conference, where we will explore the theme: "Pay Attention: Learning to See God’s Movement in the City." Through prayer, discussions, and intentional exploration, this trip is designed to teach you how to discern God’s presence and mission within the hustle and complexity of urban life.

You’ll walk the streets of New York, engage with leaders on the front lines of ministry, and gain insights into how the church is thriving in one of the world’s most dynamic cities. This is more than a learning experience—it’s a chance to see, hear, and feel the heartbeat of God’s work in the city, and to reflect on what that means for your own ministry journey.

Theme: Ancient Future: Learning From History 

Oregon, | March 

As part of the Monastery Trip, students will embark on a reflective journey where the theme is "The Ancient Future: Learning from History." Through prayer, spiritual disciplines, and deep dives into church history, this immersive experience is designed to help you engage with the sacred rhythms of the past and discover how they shape the future of your faith.

You’ll walk the halls of history, learn the practices that have sustained the church for centuries, and find moments of stillness in the ancient ways of monastic life. This is more than a learning experience—it’s a chance to listen to the echoes of the past, draw wisdom from the early church, and integrate those spiritual disciplines into your own journey with Christ.

Set in a peaceful and contemplative environment, this trip offers space for deep personal reflection and connection with God, preparing you to carry forward the traditions of the past while stepping boldly into the future of your faith and ministry in the 21st century.