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Valentine’s Day is just 19 days away!😱

Our Valentine’s getaway dinner is here! The chef has created a delicious assortment of dishes for the special night.

Be sure to get your tickets ...

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Valentine’s Day is just 19 days away!😱

Our Valentine’s getaway dinner is here! The chef has created a delicious assortment of dishes for the special night.

Be sure to get your tickets by visiting vacationwithpurpose.org or calling 231.798.2161 

#vacationwithpurpose #puremaranatha #valentinesday #event #dinner #concert
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We had a great time repping Maranatha at Cornerstone University yesterday! It was such a good chance to meet so many new people and get to tell them about our mission. Thank you Cornerstone for hosting us!
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We had a great time repping Maranatha at Cornerstone University yesterday! It was such a good chance to meet so many new people and get to tell them about our mission. Thank you Cornerstone for hosting us!

#vacationwithpurpose #puremaranatha #recruitment #recruit #cornerstoneuniversity
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Have you been looking for a way to join the Maranatha family? Well you’re in luck! Tomorrow, January 24, 2023, we will be at Cornerstone University located in Grand Rapids, MI. Make sure to look out for our ...

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Have you been looking for a way to join the Maranatha family? Well you’re in luck! Tomorrow, January 24, 2023, we will be at Cornerstone University located in Grand Rapids, MI. Make sure to look out for our table in the Corum Student Union. We’ll see you there!

#vacationwithpurpose #puremaranatha #recruitment #recruitementevent #event #cornerstoneuniversity
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Hang in there everyone! We’re only five months away from Summer’23! 🎉☀️🧗‍♀️

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Hang in there everyone! We’re only five months away from Summer’23! 🎉☀️🧗‍♀️ 

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Don’t fall behind when planning for Valentine’s Day! Make sure to mark your calendars and tell your friends that Maranatha’s annual Valentine’s Day concert and getaway packages are available!

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Don’t fall behind when planning for Valentine’s Day! Make sure to mark your calendars and tell your friends that Maranatha’s annual Valentine’s Day concert and getaway packages are available!

The getaway package is $250 per couple, but if you don’t want to stay the night we have tickets to dinner and a show for just $150

To claim your spot or find out more information about our two bundles go to vacationwithpurpose.org or call us at 231.798.2161 

#vacationwithpurpose #puremaranatha #michaelobrien #concert #getaway #valentinesday2023
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Next up on our roster of supervisors is Emily! She is one of two toddler and nursery supervisors and the next to answer the question “What makes Maranatha special to you?”

“Hello!! My name is ...

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Next up on our roster of supervisors is Emily! She is one of two toddler and nursery supervisors and the next to answer the question “What makes Maranatha special to you?”

“Hello!! My name is Emily Byrd and I have been working at Maranatha for 2 years now, serving last summer as a Nursery supervisor! I have loved every single minute of working with this wonderful camp and ministry! Maranatha and the people that come point me towards showing the love of Christ everyday, whether they stay for a week or the whole summer! Sharing the Gospel with kids as low as the age of 2 has really changed me life and I think it can remind each of us to have a childlike faith! The other supervisors and workers at Maranatha have truly made a difference in my life as well as they truly are an example of what the body of Christ should look like! Maranatha has such a unique and special place in my heart because there is no other place where I feel the Lord’s presence more!!”

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📢 Don’t forget to save the date and spread the news! 📢

We have had an amazing early response for our Valentine’s Day getaway, so we’re EXTENDING our early bird pricing!

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📢 Don’t forget to save the date and spread the news! 📢

We have had an amazing early response for our Valentine’s Day getaway, so we’re EXTENDING our early bird pricing! 

Check out our website vacationwithpurpose.org or call (231)-798-2161 to book your spot!

#vacationwithpurpose #puremaranatha #valentinesday #getaway #concert #michaelobrien
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Maranatha teens had a groovy summer with Lydia as the awesome leader 🕺🪩💃 She’s next to answer the question “What makes maranatha special to you?”

“There is no place quite like the ...

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Maranatha teens had a groovy summer with Lydia as the awesome leader 🕺🪩💃 She’s next to answer the question “What makes maranatha special to you?”

“There is no place quite like the Maranatha Teens program. When I came to Maranatha in the summer as a teenager, I got to be mentored and discipled by my incredible teen leaders. That experience was formative in my walk with Christ and my personal growth. The impact was immeasurable. By God’s grace, He opened the door for me to lead as a member of Teen Staff for three summers and each summer I got to see the Lord work mightily in every one of our teens. I have found that Middle School and High School are such tumultuous seasons of life, that what our teens truly need is someone to listen to them, engage with them, and see them. In this way, Teen Staff is able to show the teens how Christ listens to them, engages with them, and loves them so deeply. We have SO much fun in this program, our games and activities have given me some of the most treasured laughs of my life. The staff I have had the opportunity to lead with are some of my best friends and have walked with me through every season, both good and bad. Getting to serve on Teen Staff is an opportunity I thank Maranatha and Jesus for every day, and I pray that every person, whether staff or teen, who engages with the teen program will get to see Jesus in the sweetest of ways.”

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A little winter #asmr for your Thursday! Just a few more months and it’ll be summer again. Isn’t that hard to believe on this snowy January day? We are so excited to see you all again, and can’t wait for ...

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A little winter #asmr for your Thursday! Just a few more months and it’ll be summer again. Isn’t that hard to believe on this snowy January day? We are so excited to see you all again, and can’t wait for Summer ‘23 to start.

#vacationwithpurpose #puremaranatha #lakemichigan
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“Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving”

Let’s welcome in the new year and welcome in our new theme for Summer 2023! Steadfast in Prayer Colossians 4:2 ESV is our...

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“Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving” 

Let’s welcome in the new year and welcome in our new theme for Summer 2023! Steadfast in Prayer Colossians 4:2 ESV is our theme for this summer. We can’t wait to see you there!

#vacationwithpurpose #puremaranatha #theme #summer23
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Next supervisor on our list is Livi! Livi was the preschool room supervisor for Summer 22, and this is her answer to “what makes Maranatha special to you?”

“Hey! My name is Livi Herrington!! I ...

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Next supervisor on our list is Livi! Livi was the preschool room supervisor for Summer 22, and this is her answer to “what makes Maranatha special to you?”

“Hey! My name is Livi Herrington!! I have worked in Maranatha children’s for 5 summers, and last year I served as a preschool supervisor!! I absolutely love working for maranatha for so many reasons! It is so cool to be able to serve the guests and really make an impact on the kids lives! I cannot think of a better job than getting to share the gospel with kids all while also having so much fun and building lasting relationships! I get to teach the kids, but most days I feel like I’m the one who’s blessed and is learning from them. I also love getting to work with the other staff members. It’s so amazing to be in a community of other believers having fun and pushing each other towards Christ daily. In addition to it all living at the beach is a nice plus :) There’s truly no other place that lives up to maranatha, and I have been so blessed by it throughout the years! I love this place and am forever grateful for it!”

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“For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon His shoulder: and His name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of ...

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“For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon His shoulder: and His name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace” (Isaiah 9:6).

From our Maranatha family to yours: Merry Christmas!

#christmas #vacationwithpurpose #puremaranatha
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We’re sure you’ve seen this guy around campus before! Brigham is the next supervisor to answer the question: what makes Maranatha special to you?

“Hey there! My name is Brigham Johnson, and this ...

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We’re sure you’ve seen this guy around campus before! Brigham is the next supervisor to answer the question: what makes Maranatha special to you?

“Hey there! My name is Brigham Johnson, and this past summer was my 7th year working at Maranatha. I have grown up coming here every summer since I was a kid, which is a blessing within itself. My Grandpa introduced our family to this beautiful place, and I am incredibly thankful for him and that decision to do so. The reason why I love working at Maranatha is because of the people! Without the people who come and visit, the people who work and serve week after week, or the people who live here year round, this place would not be what it is. I love my family, friends, co-workers, bosses, and the families that visit. Maranatha is truly one of a kind. I have never experienced a place like it. The ice cream is pretty great too!”

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And we are officially halfway to Maranatha Summer 2023! In just six months Maranatha will be busy at work delivering a meaningful and memorable Summer to you and your families. We can't wait!

To ...

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And we are officially halfway to Maranatha Summer 2023! In just six months Maranatha will be busy at work delivering a meaningful and memorable Summer to you and your families. We can't wait!

To find more information or to book your stay go to vacationwithpurpose.org

#vacationwithpurpose #puremaranatha #vacation #summer2023
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Don’t forget about Valentine’s Day this year! Spread the word that February 11-12, 2023 Maranatha will be hosting the annual Valentine’s Day dinner, concert, and getaway!

This year the special ...

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Don’t forget about Valentine’s Day this year! Spread the word that February 11-12, 2023 Maranatha will be hosting the annual Valentine’s Day dinner, concert, and getaway!

This year the special concert artist will be Michael O’Brien, so be sure to get your tickets at vacationwithpurpose.org!

#valentinesday #getaway #vacationwithpurpose #puremaranatha #concert
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