A weekend of identity, restoration, and return :
A weekend created to help people return to the truth of who they are.
Not by striving.
Not by self-improvement.
But by remembering.
At the heart of this gathering is a simple, ancient truth:
we are made in the image and likeness of God.
Much of what weighs people down comes from losing sight of that reality.
From living beneath identity instead of from it.
From adapting, striving, or surviving rather than resting into original design.
AWAKEN is an invitation to return.
To rediscover identity before pressure.
To reconnect with the God who is already present.
To let shame dissolve as truth becomes clear.
This weekend is not about fixing what is broken.
It is about restoring sight.
What this weekend holds :
• Space to slow down and listen
• Teaching centered on identity and original design
• A relational, Spirit-led atmosphere
• Room for honesty, restoration, and clarity
• A felt sense of God’s nearness, not as concept, but as presence
Many describe these gatherings as moments of quiet recognition.
A sense of, “This is who I’ve always been.”
And, “God has been closer than I knew.”
From that place, life begins to reorganize naturally.
Agenda from Friday 29th to Sunday 31th May 2026 :
Friday evening : 19:00 to 21:00
Saturday :
– 09:30 – 12:00
– 14:00 – 16:00
– 19:00 – 21:00
Sunday morning :
– 09:30 – 12:00
Where :
1163 Avenue du Lac
40550 Léon
France
GPS point : 43.88394, -1.31330
Rate :
€49 (-10%) if you register before 1st May 2026 (included)
€55 (full price) after 1rst May 2026
SUBSCRIPTION TO THE CONFERENCE :
https://www.helloasso.com/associations/father-heart-ministries-france/evenements/awaken
Accomodation :
People can stay at the nearby campsite, “Camping Capfun – Lou Puntaou,” which means you won’t need to use a car once you’re there to get to the meetings.
If you’re interested, contact them directly:
– www.capfun.com – 05 58 48 74 30 – loupuntaou@capfun.com
The prices are attractive: for the weekend, you can expect to pay €193 for four people in a ‘Habana’ bungalow. There are other options for six people or fewer. We recommend choosing an area that allows you to quickly access Avenue du Lac (near the reception).
There are other accommodation options in the area at all prices and with all levels of comfort!
For example: – Les Pins Village Vacances – +33 (0)5 58 48 52 89 – vacanceleon@villagesouslespins.com
The prices are attractive: for a weekend in a bungalow, expect to pay €130 for four people or €175 for six people (plus tourist tax and bed linen rental if required).
Please note: you will need a vehicle to get to the meeting room.
It is also possible to stay nearby (camping, cottages, mobile homes), with options for all budgets!
There are also many dining options within walking distance, as it is close to the town center. And at this time of year, all services are open: pizzerias, restaurants, shops, supermarkets, etc.
How to get to Léon :
By car via the A63 motorway.
To get to Léon by plane:
– 50 minutes’ drive from Biarritz Airport
– 1 hour’s drive from San Sebastián (in Spain)
– 1 hour 30 minutes’ drive from Pau Airport
– 1 hour 45 minutes’ drive from Bordeaux Airport
By high-speed train, it takes 3 hours 30 minutes from Paris – the nearest stop is in Dax (30 minutes’ drive from Léon).
The cheapest option is to take the intercity bus to the town of Dax (30 minutes’ drive from Léon).
Who is Mark Head :
This weekend is led by Mark Head, from New Zealand.
Mark lives from an ongoing, relational walk with God as Father, shaped by love, trust, and closeness rather than effort or performance. His work flows from this lived relationship, helping people rediscover who they are and return to their original design, made in the image and likeness of God.
He is known for creating spaces where people feel deeply seen, at ease, and free to be themselves, where shame loosens and clarity comes naturally. His approach is relational and Spirit-led, grounded in everyday life rather than intensity or striving.
Mark is a keen surfer, a happy husband to Nikki, and a proud father. He carries a love for adventure, deep meaning, and real relationships, and brings the same sense of freedom, presence, and grounded joy into the spaces he holds.
His work is not about trying harder or becoming someone new.
It is about remembering what has always been true.