5/7/2026

Breakaway Day Camp Needs YOU!

This Sunday at Sparta Church

Title: Faith That Moves Mountains, And The King Who Splits Them
Passage: Matthew 17:20
Speaker: Joe Lipari: Director of Worship
Service Times | 9am & 10:30am | Livestream | 10:30am

Upcoming Sermon Series

God Sees the Heart:  A Series on 1 Samuel—Pastor Doug Thuen 

Starting May  10th. 

Ministry Updates

Upcoming Events

Join us for trapshooting on Saturday, May 2nd, from 10 am- 12 pm.
The range is located in the back field of the church property. Park in the gravel lot and walk down the path in the parking lot corner. Take the path to the left to the back field.
If this is your first time shooting, please arrive at 9:30 for a safety training. A short devotional and shooting will begin at 10:00.
Cost: $20/round of trap (25 targets) shooting our ammo; $10/round of trap (25 targets) shooting your own ammo (#7 1/2 sporting clay shot only).
You can pay with cash or check upon arrival.
Register Here
We will be having our quarterly Church Membership Meeting  on Wednesday, May 6th at 7pm in the multipurpose room.
 This is a time where we as members gather to discuss what God is doing in and through out church!
Non-members are welcome to attend but cannot vote.
Join us this Saturday, May 9th from 10am-2pm, for our 7th Annual Car Show!
Come enjoy a day full of cars, food, music and family fun.
Click Here to register your car.
$15 early registration, $20 at entrance.
25 Awards will be handed out
All proceeds benefit the Single Moms Oil Change Program
 Apologetics Conference Rescheduled due to illness. 
Click Here for more information.
Friday, June 5th: 6pm- 8pm, Saturday, June 6th : 9am- 5pm, Sunday, June 7th: 1pm-2pm
The goal is to equip every believer to have confidence in their faith and defend it to those around them.
The conference will consist of fellowship, sessions, and breakout groups!  Available for ages 12-100.
Register Here!
The Healthy Kids Running Series kicked off last week.
 HKRS is a five-week program that aims to engage communities and families by providing a youth running experience, inspiring kids, ages 2-14 years old,  to believe in themselves and lead an active healthy lifestyle.
You can still register your kids for any of the remaining races in the series!
Race Dates: 5/3, 5/10, 5/17, 5/31 at 2pm.
Click Here to Register
Huddle Up to Build Influence!  
Take the opportunity to invest in your father-son relationship with this active and engaging weekend, full of adventure and great teaching. We promise to keep you moving all weekend! Recommended as a resource for family ministries and small groups of fathers and sons, age 6 through 17.
Register Here  To Register
Thursday, May 21st at Black Bear Golf Course.
Check-In: 1pm, Tee Time: 2pm, Dinner: 7pm
18 Hole, Shotgun Start, Four-Man Scramble and Prizes for Winning Foursome

We are excited to launch this year’s annual Sparta Church Golf Classic, hosted by Sparta Youth and proudly sponsored by TRS! This event has been a much-enjoyed day for our community over the years, and we were thrilled to bring it back last spring. We invite you to join us again, or for the first time!
Your support at this event will invest significantly in the youth of our community for many years to come! To Learn more about our cause and to register, click the button below!
 Thank you for your generous partnership in this goal! 
On Friday May 29th from 4:30-6:30pm, we're having a Family Rock Painting Party and Picnic.
We'll be painting rocks to create a rock garden around our Children's Ministry Wing. All supplies are provided!
So pack a picnic dinner, bring your creativity, and enjoy a night of fun and fellowship with other church families!
Registration is not required but is appreciated!
Registration for Breakaway Day Camp IS NOW OPEN! Camp is open to children 6-12 years old with a counselor in training (CIT) program available for teens ages 13-15 years old. Don't miss your chance to secure a spot for a summer full of Jesus, fun, friendship, and unforgettable memories!
 Partial scholarships are available for children of Bible teacher volunteers.
Email [email protected] for more info.
To learn more about camp and to register Click Here!
To learn more about the CIT program Click Here!
If you have any questions, email [email protected] or call 973-222-9955.

SERVE OPPORTUNITIES

There are a wide variety of ways to get involved here at Sparta Church!  We would love for you to be a part of it!
 Fill out the form below and select all areas you would be interested in serving in.
 A pastor or staff member will connect with you shortly.
Click Here To Get Involved!
West Virginia Missions trip is an opportunity to serve the community of Webster Springs, West Virginia.
 Our team serves this community through sports camps, house building projects, outreach and so much more!
Click here to register!
 We hope you’ll consider being part of this meaningful week of service! 
Looking for a way to serve this summer?
Breakaway Day Camp is  looking for Bible Teachers and Teacher Assistants!
Adult volunteers are the heart of camp, and have the opportunity to make a long-standing impact in the lives of campers! 
Help make summer unforgettable for a child by sponsoring a camper!
 Your support gives kids the chance to grow, have fun, and experience a week filled with faith and community.
 If you feel led, we'd love for you to be apart of making that happen. 

FINANCIAL UPDATE

Thank you for your generous giving and supporting the work of the Gospel at Sparta Church!   Currently, our expenses are $33,379.66 above giving .   Please consider how you can support the ministry of Sparta Church.