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.

2020 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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2020 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.

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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On Saturday August 7th join Maranatha for a Saturday night concert with The Isaacs! Purchase dinner before the concert and enjoy a delicious Italian buffet and get preferred seating.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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On Saturday August 7th join Maranatha for a Saturd

On Saturday August 7th join Maranatha for a Saturday night concert with The Isaacs! Purchase dinner before the concert and enjoy a delicious Italian buffet and get preferred seating.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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The Isaacs, a multi-award winning family group who began singing 35 years ago are based out of Hendersonville, TN. The vocalists are mother Lily Isaacs and siblings Ben Isaacs, Sonya Isaacs Yeary and Rebecca Isaacs Bowman. Playing their own acoustic instruments and joined by other band members, The Isaacs have a unique style that blends tight family harmony with contemporary acoustic instrumentation that appeals to a variety of audiences. Their musical style has been influenced by many genres of music including bluegrass, rhythm and blues, folk, and country, contemporary, acoustic and southern gospel. ⠀
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They perform frequently at the Grand Ole Opry, are active members on the Gaither Homecoming Videos and Concert Series, and travel internationally throughout the year to perform to welcoming fans in countries such as South Africa, Norway, Holland, Scotland, Ireland ,Israel, Canada and many more. Concert venues include civic centers, auditoriums, arenas, fair grounds, parks, churches and other locations. They have been nominated at and performed on the Dove Awards, IBMA (International Bluegrass Music Association) and NQC (National Quartet Convention) Awards, the ICMA Awards (Inspirational Christian Country). Other notable performances include CMA Fan Fest (Country Music Fan Fest), Carnegie Hall, and many professional sporting events, including a Cincinnati Bengal’s football game, Nashville Predators Hockey games, and an Astros/ Braves baseball game. The Isaacs have won over 7 Doves in various categories and have had several Grammy nominations in their career. They feel blessed to be able to travel and spread the message of hope and grace through song and story. ⠀
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Week Four, July 17-July 24, we have Crawford Loritts and Todd VanEk. This is a ...

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Maranatha summer 2021 is coming up soon and we are so excited for this summer's speakers! ⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Week Four, July 17-July 24, we have Crawford Loritts and Todd VanEk. This is a week of speaking you will not want to miss out!⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Crawford was ordained to the ministry in March 1972. He and his wife Karen have been featured speakers at Family Life marriage conferences. Crawford has written 9 books including the newly released book with Karen, Your Marriage Today … and Tomorrow. Crawford has several degrees, serves on several boards and is the host of two national radio programs, the weekend program Living a Legacy, and the daily program Legacy Moments. They have 4 children and 11 grandchildren. Presently, Crawford serves as Senior Pastor at Fellowship Bible Church in Roswell, GA.⠀
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Todd VanEk is Mission India’s President & CEO. He comes to the ministry with 20 years of experience in church leadership, and has served as an advocate for India and Mission India for more than 10 years. After traveling extensively in India, Todd shares, “I hold a deep passion for advancing God’s Kingdom through evangelism and Church Planting. Advocating for people’s involvement in the Great Commission gives me great joy!” This passion has prompted Todd to speak on the topic throughout the U.S. He and his wife, Jean, have five children, including a daughter adopted from India. They make their home in Holland, Michigan.⠀
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We are excited for the new lights to brighten up the Sweet Shoppe Patio for your evening ice cream cravings!⠀
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We are excited for the new lights to brighten up t

We are excited for the new lights to brighten up the Sweet Shoppe Patio for your evening ice cream cravings!⠀
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#vacationwithpurpose #Maranatha2021 #Summer2021 #icecream

On Saturday July 31st join Maranatha for a Saturday night concert with David Phelps! Purchase dinner before the concert and enjoy a delicious Italian buffet and get preferred seating.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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On Saturday July 31st join Maranatha for a Saturda

On Saturday July 31st join Maranatha for a Saturday night concert with David Phelps! Purchase dinner before the concert and enjoy a delicious Italian buffet and get preferred seating.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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A graduate from Baylor University, David Phelps is credited among today’s most spectacular voices. His seemingly endless vocal range, which extends more than three octaves, coupled with his gift for communicating a song, has brought the house down in the world’s most prestigious venues. For more than 15 years, David served as a member of the popular and prestigious Gaither Vocal Band, and during that time received numerous Dove Awards, Grammy Awards, and multiple platinum-selling recording projects.⠀
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As a solo artist, he received 2009 Dove Award nominations for Male Vocalist of the Year and Long Form Video for the Christmas DVD, O Holy Night to add to his many awards and honors. The recording has been featured on numerous television networks, including the Public Broadcasting System (PBS). In 2015, David released the recording, Freedom. The Freedom companion DVD also debuted at #1 on Billboards’ Music Video Chart. Most recently, in April of 2017, The Best of David Phelps: from the Homecoming Series, peaked at #1 on Billboard’s Music Video Sales Chart, topping such popular video releases as The Beatles’ Eight Days A Week and Eric Clapton’s Live In San Diego, as well as Adele’s Live At The Royal Albert Hall. That same week, David’s Freedom video sat in the top 20. In 2017, David released his latest recording, Hymnal. Throughout the recording, David lends his artistry to some of the most treasured hymns of the church. The recording showcases masterful vocals and lush arrangements as each song takes the listener on a journey of inspiration and worship in song.⠀
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Go online today to purchase you dinner tickets at VacationWithPurpose.org⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
All concerts are free and open to the public! Concert starts at 7:00pm! Hope to see you there!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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#Vacationwithpurpose #SummerconcertSeries #MaranathaSummer2021

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Week Three, July 10-July 17, we have Phil Tuttle and Rob Rienow. This is a week of ...

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Maranatha summer 2021 is coming up soon and we are

Maranatha summer 2021 is coming up soon and we are so excited for this summer's speakers! ⠀⠀⠀
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Week Three, July 10-July 17, we have Phil Tuttle and Rob Rienow. This is a week of speaking you will not want to miss out!⠀⠀⠀
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For more than three decades, Phil Tuttle has been a vital member of the Walk Thru the Bible family. He has served as Dean of Faculty, Senior VP for International Ministries, and Global Teaching Pastor before becoming President and CEO in 2007. As author of serval books, he continues to share God's Word throughout the world in churches, Bible conferences, Christian education conventions, and corporate gatherings. Phil and his wife, Ellen, have two adult children, Emily and Philip, and a daughter-in-law, Erika, and two grandchildren.⠀
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Dr. Rob Rienow’s most important ministry is loving his wife Amy and partnering with her to help their seven children love and follow God. He is the founder of Visionary Family Ministries, a pastor, church planter, international conference speaker, and the author of several books including Visionary Parenting, Visionary Marriage, and Never Too Late. When he is not fishing for men he enjoys fishing for fish. The Rienow family lives in West Chicago, IL.⠀
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Michigan blue sky! Love seeing blue skies and beac

Michigan blue sky! Love seeing blue skies and beach! #vacationwithpurpose #lakemichigan

On Saturday July 24th join Maranatha for a Saturday night concert with Sara Groves! Purchase dinner before the concert and enjoy a delicious Italian buffet and get preferred seating.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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On Saturday July 24th join Maranatha for a Saturda

On Saturday July 24th join Maranatha for a Saturday night concert with Sara Groves! Purchase dinner before the concert and enjoy a delicious Italian buffet and get preferred seating.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Sara Groves is a 20 + year veteran singer/ songwriter and recording artist with a passion for justice. Since 2005 she has been an artist advocate with International Justice Mission, a global organization that works to protect the poor from violence. At home in MN, Sara and her husband Troy run a unique community art center, Art House North, out of a 110 year old church where Sara has recorded her last two of 15 albums – Abide With Me, a collection of hymns, and Joy of Every Longing Heart (Christmas). Troy and Sara live in St Paul with their three children, Kirby, Toby and Ruby.⠀
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Sara is also our Worship leader for our Women's Breakaway July 22 & 23!⠀
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Go online today to purchase you dinner tickets at VacationWithPurpose.org⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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On snowy days like today we tell ourselves, "only 65 days until opening day, only 65 days until opening day!"⠀
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On snowy days like today we tell ourselves, "only

On snowy days like today we tell ourselves, "only 65 days until opening day, only 65 days until opening day!"⠀
#vacationwithpurpose #MBMC #Summer2021 #snowyday #lakemichigan

Not sure what to do for Mother’s Day this year? Maranatha has you covered! Join us for a delicious Mother’s Day brunch. Our chef has created a menu including some brunch “must haves” as well as chef’s...

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Not sure what to do for Mother’s Day this year?

Not sure what to do for Mother’s Day this year? Maranatha has you covered! Join us for a delicious Mother’s Day brunch. Our chef has created a menu including some brunch “must haves” as well as chef’s specialties. It will be a special meal for mom and the whole family!
Purchase tickets online today at vacationwithpurpose.org, hope to see you there!
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Maranatha summer 2021 is coming up soon and we are so excited for this summer's speakers! ⠀⠀
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Week two, July 3-July 10, we have Dr. Mark Jobe, Pastor Christopher Brooks, and Pastor Ron ...

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Maranatha summer 2021 is coming up soon and we are

Maranatha summer 2021 is coming up soon and we are so excited for this summer's speakers! ⠀⠀
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Week two, July 3-July 10, we have Dr. Mark Jobe, Pastor Christopher Brooks, and Pastor Ron & Jody Zappia. This is a week of speaking you will not want to miss out!⠀⠀
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Dr. Mark Jobe, Moody Bible Institute’s tenth President, is the founding pastor⠀
of New Life Community Church, a multiple-campus ministry in Chicago. In⠀
2005, Dr. Jobe founded New Life Centers that provide programs for such⠀
issues as gang violence, unemployment and teen pregnancy. He is also the⠀
author of Unstuck: Out of Your Cave into Your Call and is host of the daily⠀
program Bold Steps on Moody Radio.⠀
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Chris Brooks is the host of the nationally syndicated radio program,⠀
Equipped with Chris Brooks. He is also Senior Pastor of Woodside Bible⠀
Church in metropolitan Detroit and has authored numerous books on⠀
apologetics and marriage. He is currently completing a doctoral degree⠀
at Asbury Theological Seminary where he is studying the integration of⠀
economics and theology. He and his wife Yodit are the proud parents of six.⠀
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Pastor Ron, and his wife Jody, came into a saving relationship with Jesus⠀
while on the brink of divorce in the first year of their marriage. God not only⠀
saved them, he changed them, restored their marriage, and called them into⠀
full-time ministry. After spending 7 years in the business world, Ron went to⠀
seminary, and in 2000 he and Jody planted Highpoint Church in Naperville,⠀
IL. Highpoint has been helping thousands of people believe in, belong to, and⠀
become like Jesus.⠀
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Call today to make your reservations! 231.798.2161⠀⠀
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Want to come to Maranatha for 5-nights at a discount?⠀
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Join us on Week Nine, August 21-28(5-nights) for a discounted week. This week is geared towards homeschool families. ⠀
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Want to come to Maranatha for 5-nights at a discou

Want to come to Maranatha for 5-nights at a discount?⠀
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Join us on Week Nine, August 21-28(5-nights) for a discounted week. This week is geared towards homeschool families. ⠀
Enjoy Bible teaching from radio personality Roy Patterson and youth specialist Greg Speck, with a mission focus of the week by Child Evangelism Fellowship.⠀
We have many activities available for the whole family including: mini golf, beach volleyball, canoeing & Kayaking, large outdoor games, basketball, zip line, climbing tower, and much more!⠀
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Sign up today or call reservations at 231.798.2161 for this discounted week!⠀
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Monday night’s orange sun! 🧡#vacationwithpurpose #lakemichigan #sunset

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Monday night’s orange sun! 🧡#vacationwithpurp

Monday night’s orange sun! 🧡#vacationwithpurpose #lakemichigan #sunset

On Saturday July 17th join Maranatha for a Saturday night concert with Final Harvest! Purchase dinner before the concert and enjoy a delicious Italian buffet and get preferred seating.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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On Saturday July 17th join Maranatha for a Saturda

On Saturday July 17th join Maranatha for a Saturday night concert with Final Harvest! Purchase dinner before the concert and enjoy a delicious Italian buffet and get preferred seating.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Final Harvest is a group of women sold out to the call of Christ.⠀
Through their ministry in song, God binds the broken hearted, delivers the captives that are bound and heals those who are wounded.⠀
Our vocalists are: Pamela Sandberg, Lacy Burdick and Pamela Warren. Marilyn Turpyn runs sound.⠀
We have been ministering together four years as a group and became a non-profit organization in June of 2009. Our board members include: Pastor Ken Marshall of Greece Assembly Of God, Rochester, NY; Pamela Warren and Pamela Sandberg.⠀
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Go online today to purchase you dinner tickets at VacationWithPurpose.org⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
All concerts are free and open to the public! Concert starts at 7:00pm! Hope to see you there!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Maranatha summer 2021 is coming up soon and we are so excited for this summer's speakers! ⠀
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Week one, June 26-July 3, we have Bill Crowder and Ray Pritchard. This is a week of speaking you ...

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Maranatha summer 2021 is coming up soon and we are

Maranatha summer 2021 is coming up soon and we are so excited for this summer's speakers! ⠀
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Week one, June 26-July 3, we have Bill Crowder and Ray Pritchard. This is a week of speaking you will not want to miss out!⠀
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Dr. Ray Pritchard serves as president of Keep Believing Ministries. He ministers extensively across the US and in South Korea, Ukraine, Uganda, Kenya, China, and the Philippines. He has written 31 books, including Stealth Attack, The Healing Power of Forgiveness, and An Anchor for the Soul. He is a co-host of Today's Issues on American Family Radio. He has been married to Marlene for 47 years. They have three sons (all married) and ten grandchildren.⠀
Dr. Pritchard’s hobbies include biking, surfing the Internet, and anything related to the Civil War. He hit the 50,000-mile mark on his bike riding in 2020.⠀
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Bill Crowder joined the Our Daily Bread Ministries staff in 2001 after more than 20 years in the pastorate stretching from West Virginia to southern California to west Michigan. As Vice President of Teaching Content, Bill provides biblical and theological evaluation of the ministry’s content for their various ministry efforts. Additionally, Bill spends much of his time in a Bible-conference ministry around the world, serving ODBM offices and their outreach to their local communities. Bill is a contributing writer for the Our Daily Bread devotional and has written many Bible study booklets for ODBM’s Discovery Series. He has also published several books with Discovery House Publishers, the latest being Before Christmas and The God of Surprise. ⠀
On the personal front, Bill and his wife, Marlene, have been married for over 40 years and have five adult children, most of whom are now married—which means that they have a growing legion of grandchildren. To relax, Bill enjoys playing golf whenever possible, and follows sports, especially the English Premier League’s Liverpool Football Club.⠀
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Call today to make your reservations! 231.798.2161⠀
#vacationwithpurpose #maranathasummer21

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