“SPEC” (Spectacular) is an annual week-long worship, leadership, sports, music, and arts camp held on the campus of Graceland University in Lamoni, Iowa. It is sponsored by Community of Christ and will be attended by high school students and staff from around the U.S. and Canada. This is the largest gathering of youth in Community of Christ. The mission of SPEC is to create a safe, Christ-centered community that encourages teenagers to discover God, their inherent worth, and cultivate and express their giftedness.
The theme for SPEC 2024 is “Be”. Daily themes will be explored through classes, worship, and other activities. We will travel as part of the Northwest Delegation, which consists of campers and staff from Alaska, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Western Wyoming, Northern Utah and Montana, as well as friends in British Columbia and other locations.
When is SPEC held?
SPEC Trip: July 11-20, 2024
July 11-13 – in Independence, MO, for delegation bonding, sports practicing, devotions, dinner on the Independence Square, and more! We will be staying at the Family Life Center.
July 13-20 – in Lamoni, IA at Graceland University for SPEC.
Who Can Attend?
Any high school student who is CURRENTLY in grades 9, 10, 11, or 12 may attend. Invite your friends!
How Do I Sign Up?
Sign-up here to participate with the Northwest Delegation: (payment information below in next section.)
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2024-northwest-spec-tickets-895484888407
Registration deadline: April 24.
This registration link registers you to attend with the Northwest Delegation. The participant will also need to register with Spectacular as well. SPEC will go live with their registration this Spring. Once they do, the link will be emailed to those registered with the Northwest Delegation.
What is the Cost?
The full cost for the 11-day trip varies based on where you are traveling from. The cost includes camp registration and a camp shirt, most meals, lodging, two delegation shirts, and all transportation. The campers will need to bring money for four meals, as well as their own spending money. We suggest about $75 for meals on their own.
The first payment of $500 is due by April 24, 2024, and the second payment amount is determined by your location. Y The second payment is due by May 31, 2024. Please pay online using the links below (no fees), or send payments to: Northwest SPEC, c/o Cindie Ellwanger, 30442 101st Pl. SE, Auburn, WA 98092. All checks should be made payable to “Community of Christ” with the participants name in the memo line.
*PLEASE NOTE* The links below are labeled in bold for the different locations that make up the Northwest SPEC Delegation. So make sure you are using the correct Paypal button for your location. If you are unsure of your location, please do not hesitate to reach out!
Please don’t let money prevent you from attending. If Financial Assistance is needed, a request can be made to Erik Skoor and Kelly Mongrain, at northwestspec@cofchrist-gpnw.org, by April 15.
GPNW SPEC Camper Payments with Airfare:
Hawaii SPEC Camper
Payment 1: Due April 24, 2024 (use the drop down menu to select payment #1 $500.00)
Payment 2: Due May 31, 2024 (use the drop down menu to select payment #2 $123.00)
Inland West SPEC Camper
Payment 1: Due April 24, 2024 (use the drop down menu to select payment #1 $500.00)
Payment 2: Due May 31, 2024 (use the drop down menu to select payment #2 $123.00)
Canada SPEC Camper with Airfare
Payment 1: Due April 24, 2024 (use the drop down menu to select payment #1 $500.00)
Payment 2: Due May 31, 2024 (use the drop down menu to select payment #2 $558.00)
Canada SPEC Camper without Airfare (Only for those who are NOT flying with the group)
Payment 1: Due April 24, 2024 (use the drop down menu to select payment #1 $500.00)
Payment 2: Due May 31, 2024 (use the drop down menu to select payment #2 $123.00)
GPNW SPEC Staff with Airfare
Payment 1: Due April 24, 2024 (use the drop down menu to select payment #1 $500.00)
Payment 2: Due May 31, 2024 (use the drop down menu to select payment #2 $137.00)
Payment: Due April 24, 2024 (payment $473.00)
Hawaii SPEC Staff
Payment: Due April 24, 2024 (payment $473.00)
Canada SPEC Staff with Airfare
Payment 1: Due April 24, 2024 (use the drop down menu to select payment #1 $500.00)
Payment 2: Due May 31, 2024 (use the drop down menu to select payment #2 $408.00)
Canada SPEC Staff without Airfare
Payment: Due April 24, 2024 (payment $473.00)
Your Generosity is Appreciated!
The Northwest SPEC Delegation gladly accepts donations for the Terry Read Financial Assistance Fund. Donations made to this fund goes to help provide financial assistance for campers and staff who can’t afford the entire fee to attend SPEC. Attending SPEC isn’t cheap so your donations help greatly to ensure all who want to attend, can attend.
To donate, send a check made payable to “Community of Christ” to GPNW Community of Christ, P.O. Box 60227 Renton, WA 98058. Please write “TR Fund” in the memo line.
Or you can donate using the PayPal link or QR code below:
https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/4RCMKRHEB3SXN
Who Do I Contact?
Erik Skoor: 425-238-9714
Kelly Mongrain: 253-569-1510
Email: northwestspec@cofchrist-gpnw.org
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