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.

Full week Summer reservations: Register and new family and you both receive $100 for your stay! Labor Day-May nightly rates are available. Full-time pastors receive 1 night free with a minimum 2-night stay (some accommodations are excluded)"

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!

View 2021 Schedule

2021 Summer Program Preview

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.

2021 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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In need of some relaxation and spiritual renewal? Maranatha has got you covered! Located on the beautiful Lake Michigan, Maranatha offers many affordable options for your vacation this summer. There's ...

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In need of some relaxation and spiritual renewal? Maranatha has got you covered! Located on the beautiful Lake Michigan, Maranatha offers many affordable options for your vacation this summer. There's availability for week 4 running July 15-22 and week 8 running August 12-19. Come listen to speakers morning and evenings, and when you're looking for a little more rest and relaxation use our ammenities like the gym, climbing tower, and lakefront pool!

To book your stay go to vacationwithpurpose.org or call 231.798.2161

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Come work for Maranatha this summer! There are so many opportunites open such as the worship team, house keeping, food service, and more! We can’t wait to have you become a part of our team. Apply online at ...

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Come work for Maranatha this summer! There are so many opportunites open such as the worship team, house keeping, food service, and more! We can’t wait to have you become a part of our team. Apply online at vacationwithpurpose.org or call 231.798.2161 to request an application.

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Is your marriage in need of some TLC? Is your family looking for a way to connect? Want a get-away that brings you together with believers for a time of worship and fellowship? Then join us for Maranatha’s ...

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Is your marriage in need of some TLC? Is your family looking for a way to connect? Want a get-away that brings you together with believers for a time of worship and fellowship? Then join us for Maranatha’s Marriage and Family Retreat!

It takes place at our 88-acre property on Lake Michigan. Maranatha is affordable, with a wide range of accommodations, from basic hotel rooms to luxury condos. Great food options are available in our wonderful dining facility, Sweet Shop, and several units have full kitchens if you want to cook your own food. Room packages for two people with two meals each day for five days and four nights start as low as $877, not including a special discount for pastors and ACBC-certified counselors and their families! Join us August 19-23, 2023!

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‼️REGISTRATION NOW OPEN‼️

Sports camps are such a great part of the Summer! So many dedicated and hardworking athletes come to be instructed by the talented coaches that help make this program ...

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‼️REGISTRATION NOW OPEN‼️

Sports camps are such a great part of the Summer! So many dedicated and hardworking athletes come to be instructed by the talented coaches that help make this program great. It's always a part of the Summer that brings us a lot of excitement!

Be sure to check out the full schedule and register your child at vacationwithpurpose.org

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Are you looking for something fun to do this Summer?

Maranatha offers are wide variety of activities from mini golf to zip lining, your Summer is sure to be packed when you book your stay with us! We ...

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Are you looking for something fun to do this Summer?

Maranatha offers are wide variety of activities from mini golf to zip lining, your Summer is sure to be packed when you book your stay with us! We have availablity for Week 4 taking place from July 15-22 and Week 9 from August 19-23. If you want to have the best Summer ever make sure to book your stay with us!

#vacationwithpurpose #puremaranatha #summercamp #summer23

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Spread the news!📢 This May Maranatha will be holding the annual Spring Seniors' Retreat

From May 9-12 enjoy Bible teachings from Bill Crowder and even a full day trip to Holland Michigan for ...

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Spread the news!📢 This May Maranatha will be holding the annual Spring Seniors' Retreat

From May 9-12 enjoy Bible teachings from Bill Crowder and even a full day trip to Holland Michigan for the famous Tulip Time event! The senior's retreat is open to adults ages 55 and up, and group discounts are available. Space is limited for this retreat, so sign up today and secure your spot! For more information go to vacationwithpurpose.org or call at 231.798.2161

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Are you missing Summer sweet shoppe runs? We sure are! Only a few more months until we're open again!🍦🌮🍨

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Are you missing Summer sweet shoppe runs? We sure are! Only a few more months until we're open again!🍦🌮🍨

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‼️Don’t forget‼️

This Wednesday make your way down to Calvin University’s Hekman Library and come talk to representatives from Maranatha! From 10-2 you’ll be able to find our table and ...

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‼️Don’t forget‼️

This Wednesday make your way down to Calvin University’s Hekman Library and come talk to representatives from Maranatha! From 10-2 you’ll be able to find our table and ask as many questions as you want. We can’t wait to see you there!

#vacationwithpurpose #puremaranatha #recruitment #recruitmentevent

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Our 2023 Summer program released a few weeks ago, which means everyone gets to look forward to the Summer concert lineup! We have a huge assortment of artists to keep your live music needs met this Summer. ...

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Our 2023 Summer program released a few weeks ago, which means everyone gets to look forward to the Summer concert lineup! We have a huge assortment of artists to keep your live music needs met this Summer. Every Saturday night you'll be able to hear artists like Kerrie Roberts, Avalon Worship, Selah, and so much more!

Purchasing a dinner ticket will let you into the concert early, so if you want to guarante a spot inside make sure to check out this great option!

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Calvin is such a valued member of the Maranatha Children's Department team. Lower El just wouldn't be the same without him there! He's the next supervisor to answer the question: "What makes...

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Calvin is such a valued member of the Maranatha Children's Department team. Lower El just wouldn't be the same without him there! He's the next supervisor to answer the question: "What makes Maranatha special to you?"

"I like working for Maranatha because of the lasting impact it has had on my life, and it allows me to be in a position to change the children’s lives as well."

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Mark your calendars! The annual Easter brunch is coming soon. On April 9th, come to Maranatha and enjoy Easter ham, breakfast favorites, and much more!

Tickets are available for purchase right now at ...

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Mark your calendars! The annual Easter brunch is coming soon. On April 9th, come to Maranatha and enjoy Easter ham, breakfast favorites, and much more!

Tickets are available for purchase right now at vacationwithpurpose.org. Tell your friends!

#vacationwithpurpose #puremmaranatha #easterbrunch #easter #event

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Don’t worry Calvin students! Maranatha can’t be held back by some winter weather. Look out for our table in the Hekman Library from 10am to 2pm on March 8th!

#vacationwithpurpose #puremaranatha ...

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Don’t worry Calvin students! Maranatha can’t be held back by some winter weather. Look out for our table in the Hekman Library from 10am to 2pm on March 8th!

#vacationwithpurpose #puremaranatha #recruitment #calvinuniversity

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Tuesdays just aren't the same without tie dye! We can't wait for summer to come again.

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Tuesdays just aren't the same without tie dye! We can't wait for summer to come again.

#vacationwithpurpose #puremaranatha #tiedye #crafts

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The sunset is always a treat to watch. Whether it be Summer, Fall, Winter, or Spring, we are extremely lucky and thankful to have this spot right on Lake Michigan!

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The sunset is always a treat to watch. Whether it be Summer, Fall, Winter, or Spring, we are extremely lucky and thankful to have this spot right on Lake Michigan!

#vacationwithpurpose #puremaranatha #sunset #lakemichigan

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Recruitment team at Taylor and Indiana Wesleyan = Amazing! We had such a fun time getting to meet all the students at these schools as well as someone you may recognize too!

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Recruitment team at Taylor and Indiana Wesleyan = Amazing! We had such a fun time getting to meet all the students at these schools as well as someone you may recognize too!

#vacationwithpurpose #puremaranatha #recruitmentevent #recruitment

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