2026 ASI Spring Retreat
Hartland will host the 2026 Columbia Union ASI Chapter Spring Retreat
From April 10–12.
Speakers:
Eric Flickinger serves as the associate speaker for It Is Written. Raised in a military family, his extensive travels fostered an early appreciation for diverse cultures. After studying the Bible during his years at the University of Florida, he pursued evangelism training and has since conducted more than 90 campaigns across multiple continents. With 15 years of experience as an evangelist and school administrator, he is known for explaining complex biblical topics clearly. He ministers alongside his wife, Hildelisa, and their children, Noelani and Justin.
Mark and Ernestine “Teenie” Finley have ministered together for over 40 years, conducting more than 100 global evangelistic series. Mark has served extensively within the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, conducting more than 200 evangelistic campaigns in nearly 100 countries and authoring close to 100 books, seminar materials, and articles. Teenie is internationally known for Natural Lifestyle Cooking and health evangelism. Since 2016 they have operated an evangelism training center in Virginia, mentoring pastors and partnering with Southern Adventist University on a master’s program. They have three adult children and five grandchildren.
Celeste Ryan-Blyden – Executive Secretary, & CUASI Liaison. Celeste Ryan-Blyden leads the union’s strategic communication work, including serving as liaison for CUASI. For nearly two decades, she has helped tell the stories of how God is moving across the Columbia Union and has championed the role of lay members, media, and communication in mission. As “one of our own,” Celeste brings a unique perspective on how CUASI members can use their platforms, voices, and stories to lift up Jesus across our territory.
Schedule
| Friday, April 10 | |
| Time | Speaker |
| 4:00–6:45 PM | Welcome to Hartland Registration |
| 5:30 PM | Supper |
| 6:45 PM | Celeste Ryan-Blyden |
| Sabbath, April 11 | |
| 9:30 AM | ASI Members In Action |
| 10:45 AM | Eric Flickinger |
| 1:00 PM | Lunch |
| 3:30 PM | Afternoon Seminars and Music |
| 5:30 PM | Supper |
| 6:45 PM | Eric Flickinger |
| Sunday, April 12 | |
| 6:30 AM | Prayer Session |
| 9:30 AM | Eric Flickinger |
Registration
Register at: www.cuasi.org or email dr@novahomeworks.com
Meals:
Accommodations:
- 4 cabins ($45/cabin/night)
- 4 Mansion rooms ($125/night)
- 5 RV sites ($20/night with water and electricity)
Date
- Apr 10 - 12 2026
Time
- All Day
Location
- 278 Dogwood Lane
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Opening Hour
1:30 – 3:30 pm
