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    Deepen your relationship with God, family, and friends as you enjoy the beauty of the West Michigan coastline.

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    For over 80 years, Maranatha has been a destination for vacation with a purpose.

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    Biblical programming and events crafted for all ages.

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Summer Vacations

Plan Your Next Summer Vacation

A summer vacation here is more than just a trip to the beach. It’s a “Vacation with Purpose” - a chance to grow and be refreshed in your Christian faith in a beautiful lakeside setting. Each week kicks off with a fun and encouraging free concert by a well-known musical group on Saturday night. For the rest of the week, adults can learn from respected Bible teachers and mission representatives. Kids and teens enjoy fun, age-appropriate programming during the morning and evening - also giving them opportunities to grow in their faith.


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Accommodations

We have many accommodations to meet your needs and budget. Between our beautiful lodge, cozy cottages, spacious apartments and luxury condos on Lake Michigan, you will be sure to find comfort and rest during your stay with us!

Apartments

Cottages

Founder's Home

Lakeside Condos

REFERRALS AND DISCOUNTS

20% off Lodging - Clergy & Active Duty Military
10% off Lodging- Return for a Second Full Week or Labor Day Weekend.

Discount applies to full time active clergy, military, missionaries, and immediate family paying for the full amount of their stay. Verification is required. Discount must be applied prior to check in (exclusions: Cambodia, Founders, Condos, and Ecuador.) No multiple discounts. Full week only.

Register a new family and receive $100 off the weekly cost for both you and your guest!
Weekend packages excluded.
Enjoy a “Personal Getaway” during fall, winter and spring!

Nightly rates available. Receive a 15% discount for stays Sunday through Thursday. Full time pastors receive their first night free! One free night per year with two night stay minimum.

Dining

One thing’s for sure: you will never go hungry while vacationing at Maranatha. Our food service team is committed to providing delicious and affordable meal options to all of our guests in several different venues. The Maranatha Dining Room offers delicious buffet style meals each morning and evening. In addition to their famous ice cream treats, the Sweet Shoppe offers a variety of lunch, dinner and snack options. For quick and easy eats, visit the hot dog cart or pool Snack Shoppe.

Summer Programs + Activities

Enjoy morning and evening sessions full of Bible teaching, worship, and games - and in between, join in on the abundance of activities happening around Maranatha's campus! From swinging down the zip line to swinging on the beach, from building muscle in our exercise room to building friendships over a game of pickleball - we've got something for you.

Beach Volleyball

Climbing Tower

S’mores on the Beach

Playground

Tie Dye

Popsicles by the Pool

Lower El Program

Sweet Shoppe

Campfires

 

2019 Summer Program

Each week features a different Bible teacher, mission focus, and Saturday concert as well as a variety of recreational activities for all ages. Click below to see the lineup for our Summer Program!

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↓ 2019 Summer Program Guide

Recreation Activities

Use your free time in the afternoon and after the evening program to explore our campus. From building muscle in our exercise room to building friendships over a game of pickleball, there’s something for everyone.

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Sports Camps +
Children & Teens Program

While mom and dad are soaking in the rich teaching and presentations of our featured speakers and mission organizations each day, kids and teens have tons of options that will keep them going and growing. Our sports camps and Children’s + Teens programs are specifically designed to help kids meet God in new and fresh ways.

Nursery

Preschool

Lower Elementary

Upper Elementary

Teens

 

Sports Camps

Kids and teens ages 7-17 can enjoy one (or several!) of our sports camps, led by trained Christian professionals and designed to teach physical and spiritual discipline.

2019 Sports Camp Schedule

Teen & Children Programs

Designed for ages 0-17, our summer programming offers VBS and youth camp-style programs that include group teaching, age-appropriate worship, and more!

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Thank you to all of the men and women that have sacrificed so much for us all. We honor those families today. #vacationwithpurpose

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Thank you to all of the men and women that have sa Thank you to all of the men and women that have sacrificed so much for us all. We honor those families today. #vacationwithpurpose

Loving these beautiful spring sunsets at Maranatha! Stay safe! #vacationwithpurpose

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Loving these beautiful spring sunsets at Maranatha Loving these beautiful spring sunsets at Maranatha! Stay safe! #vacationwithpurpose

Every Saturday in the summer Maranatha hosts a free show, and Saturday, August 15, Theater for the Thirsty will be our Artist #MeetOurMaranathaArtist

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Every Saturday in the summer Maranatha hosts a fre Every Saturday in the summer Maranatha hosts a free show, and Saturday, August 15, Theater for the Thirsty will be our Artist #MeetOurMaranathaArtist Join us August 15th, at 7pm to see Theater for the Thirsty For over two decades, Jeremiah and Vanessa Gamble’s passion has been creating and performing original works together through their theater ministry, Theater for the Thirsty. Portraying over 75 characters in six original shows, the Gambles put on performances that explore redemptive themes and provide a taste of Living Water to all who watch. Come see Theater for the Thirsty in concert August 15th, 2020! #vacationwithpurpose

Thanking God for blue skies and warm spring days! Missing all of you! #vacationwithpurpose #bluesky #lakemichigan

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Thanking God for blue skies and warm spring days! Thanking God for blue skies and warm spring days! Missing all of you! #vacationwithpurpose #bluesky #lakemichigan

Every Saturday in the summer Maranatha hosts a free show, and Saturday, August 8, Michael Card will be our Artist #MeetOurMaranathaArtist

Join us August 8th, at 7pm to see Michael Card

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Every Saturday in the summer Maranatha hosts a fre Every Saturday in the summer Maranatha hosts a free show, and Saturday, August 8, Michael Card will be our Artist #MeetOurMaranathaArtist Join us August 8th, at 7pm to see Michael Card In a career that took off with his debut album First Light (1981), Michael Card has recorded over 37 albums. While he has penned such favorites as “El Shaddai”, “Love Crucified Arose”, and “Immanuel”, he never imagined writing over 19 number one hits. In everything he does, Card seeks to encourage his audience to join in his own journey to know and be known by God. Come see Michael Card in concert August 8th, 2020, then stay for the week and hear Micheal Card speak! Want preferred seating? Purchase our delicious Italian dinner and get preferred seating to any of our Saturday night Concerts

Happy Mother's Day, Moms!

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Happy Mother's Day, Moms! #vacationwithpurpose #M Happy Mother's Day, Moms! #vacationwithpurpose #Mothersday

Every Saturday in the summer Maranatha hosts a free show, and Saturday, August 1, Charles Billingsley will be our Artist #MeetOurMaranathaArtist

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Every Saturday in the summer Maranatha hosts a fre Every Saturday in the summer Maranatha hosts a free show, and Saturday, August 1, Charles Billingsley will be our Artist #MeetOurMaranathaArtist Join us August 1st at 7pm to see Charles Billingsley! It’s no secret Charles Billingsley is one of Christian music’s most captivating Inspirational voices, but for this singer, worship leader, husband, father and teacher—to name but a few of his leading roles—it’s what’s behind the music that has truly made the man. Launching his career more than two decades ago fronting GRAMMY®- nominated genre giants NewSong, Charles has since headlined more than 3,000 concerts and released 24 recordings as a solo artist. Also a sought-after worship leader, he regularly appears at such popular events as Women of Joy, Gridiron Men and Celebrators, among numerous others. Come see Charles Billingsley in concert August 1, 2020! Want preferred seating? Purchase our delicious Italian dinner and get preferred seating to any of our Saturday night Concerts

Don't forget to order you Take-Home meal for Mother's Day by tomorrow, May 5!
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Don't forget to order you Take-Home meal for Mothe Don't forget to order you Take-Home meal for Mother's Day by tomorrow, May 5! #vacationwithpurpose

What a beautiful blue sky this Friday afternoon! We miss you and hope everyone is staying safe and healthy #vacationwithpurpose

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What a beautiful blue sky this Friday afternoon! W What a beautiful blue sky this Friday afternoon! We miss you and hope everyone is staying safe and healthy #vacationwithpurpose

Every Saturday in the summer Maranatha hosts a free show, and Saturday, July 25, Jenny Simmons will be our Artist #MeetOurMaranathaArtist

Join us July 25th at 7pm to see Jenny Simmons!

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Every Saturday in the summer Maranatha hosts a fre Every Saturday in the summer Maranatha hosts a free show, and Saturday, July 25, Jenny Simmons will be our Artist #MeetOurMaranathaArtist Join us July 25th at 7pm to see Jenny Simmons! Jenny Simmons is a dynamic storyteller and lover of people who uniquely sees redemption at work in the world around her. She is a sought-after musician, author and speaker known for her whimsical and hopeful writing and speaking style. Whether she is speaking to a room full of moms, performing at a music festival or writing for publications, Simmons infuses her laugh-out-loud, painfully honest and relentlessly hopeful view of life into every audience she encounters. When not traveling, you will find Jenny on her back porch in Nashville, TN with a cup of coffee, watching the birds. You may also find her using excessive amounts of glitter with her daughters, Annie and Lucy, reading memoirs, eating Mexican food and enjoying the company of friends and neighbors. Come see Jenny Simmons in concert July 25, 2020! Want preferred seating? Purchase our delicious Italian dinner and get preferred seating to any of our Saturday night Concerts Jenny Simmons will also be our Women's Breakaway artist July 23 & 24th!

Can’t decide what to make for Mother’s Day? Maranatha has you covered! This year Maranatha wants to celebrate moms by doing a Mother's Day take-home Meal.

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Can’t decide what to make for Mother’s Day? Ma Can’t decide what to make for Mother’s Day? Maranatha has you covered! This year Maranatha wants to celebrate moms by doing a Mother's Day take-home Meal. Maranatha’s Chef has created a delicious menu sure to spoil mom and the rest of the family! Choose from 3 different entrees and several side dishes. Optional add-ons available. View full menu on our website! Order online by May 5th and there will be a contact-less pick up May 9th! #vacationwithpurpose

Every Saturday in the summer Maranatha hosts a free show, and Saturday, July 18, Ellie Holcomb will be our Artist #MeetOurMaranathaArtist

Join us July 18th at 7pm to see Ellie Holcomb!

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Every Saturday in the summer Maranatha hosts a fre Every Saturday in the summer Maranatha hosts a free show, and Saturday, July 18, Ellie Holcomb will be our Artist #MeetOurMaranathaArtist Join us July 18th at 7pm to see Ellie Holcomb! Ellie Holcomb is the daughter of producer Brown Bannister and the wife of Drew from Drew Holcomb & the Neighbors. Holcomb is a CCM singer/songwriter who played in her husband’s band before launching her solo career. Born and raised in Nashville, Tennessee, Holcomb began her music career in 2005 by joining her future husband in Drew Holcomb & the Neighbors. The two married in 2006, and in 2013 the couple welcomed their first child, daughter Emmylou. Holcomb started her solo career in 2011 with the EP Magnolia, then in 2014 she released her debut album, As Sure as the Sun. The album debuted at number 34 on the Billboard 200 album chart. She reentered the Billboard 200 with the follow-up, Red Sea Road, released in 2017. The following year saw Holcomb issue the children’s record Sing: Creation Songs. Come see Ellie Holcomb in concert July 18, 2020! Want preferred seating? Purchase our delicious Italian dinner and get preferred seating to any of our Saturday night Concerts

Every Saturday in the summer Maranatha hosts a free show, and Saturday July 11, Point of Grace will be our Artist #MeetOurMaranathaArtist

Join us July 11th at 7pm to see Point of Grace!

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Every Saturday in the summer Maranatha hosts a fre Every Saturday in the summer Maranatha hosts a free show, and Saturday July 11, Point of Grace will be our Artist #MeetOurMaranathaArtist Join us July 11th at 7pm to see Point of Grace! The women of Point Of Grace have provided a soundtrack to our lives for over two decades. With faith filled, and passionate lyrics, their memorable melodies and soaring harmonies have inspired generations to live boldly and keep Gods love as the foundation of their lives. With over 8 million recordings sold, 3 GRAMMY nominations, multiple Dove awards, and countless accolades – the story of a few gifted college girls with a simple passion to unite and share their musical gifts for the Glory of God continues to evolve and engage thousands of fans, both old and new . Their unique ability to affect audiences with heartfelt song and story is stronger than ever. Each new season of life seems to challenge the trio to reach even higher and dig deeper into their craft as seen in the musical and lyrical depth of their more recent projects. One can only think that the days ahead are like a burst of light on the horizon, ready to yield even more of the Heavenly and timeless artistry we have come to know and love. Come see Point of Grace in concert July 11, 2020! Want preferred seating? Purchase our delicious Italian dinner and get preferred seating to any of our Saturday night Concerts #vacationwithpurpose #MaranathaConcertSeries

Wishing you a safe and blessed Easter, from all of us at Maranatha!
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Wishing you a safe and blessed Easter, from all of Wishing you a safe and blessed Easter, from all of us at Maranatha! #vacationwithpurpose #HappyEaster #HeisRisen

We love walking by the lake and witnessing God’s beautiful work! #vacationwithpurpose #lakemichigan

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We love walking by the lake and witnessing God’s We love walking by the lake and witnessing God’s beautiful work! #vacationwithpurpose #lakemichigan
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