Megan Wood's Concert Dinner
2026-04-18 17:00 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | Maranatha, 4759 Lake Harbor Road, Norton Shores, MI, 49441, United States
Since their self-titled debut in 2014, this Contemporary Christian group has charted a parade of hits led by Chad Mattson’s unmistakable vocal, including “Who You Are,” “Lift My Life Up,” “Good Fight” and “Start A Fire,” which
Pre-Concert Dinner Ticket – Italian Buffet
Enhance your concert experience with a Pre-Concert Dinner Ticket! Enjoy a delicious Italian buffet before the show! This ticket does not include the concert. Please purchase concert ticket at unitychristianevents.com/megan-woods-norton-shores.
Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable to other events.

Mother’s Day Brunch
2026-05-10 11:30 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Maranatha, 4759 Lake Harbor Road, Norton Shores, MI, 49441, United States
This Mother’s Day let Maranatha do the cooking for mom! Join us for a special Mother’s Day Brunch. With chef-carved Prime Rib, breakfast favorites, a seafood bar, an extensive salad bar, fan-favorite entrees & side dishes, and a wide assortment of desserts & fresh fruit.
Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable to other events/brunches.

Three Seating Times:
11:00 AM
12:30 PM
02:00 PM

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Maranatha Spring Retreat - Preparing the Next Generation
2026-05-18 - 2026-05-21 | MI
The indomitable Erwin Lutzer will lead a biblical teaching series on contending for the next generation in a time of unprecedented cultural confusion, but also a time of remarkable Gospel opportunity. Dr. Lutzer will address how believers can stand with courage, clarity, and conviction as they pass on the faith to their families and communities.
Joining him is noted Christian apologist, speaker, and author Abdu Murray, who will speak from his new book Fake ID. Murray will examine the collision of identity politics, artificial intelligence, and modern cultural narratives, and the profound implications these forces have for our youth.
Whether you are a parent, grandparent, church or ministry leader, or simply someone committed to contending for the faith, this retreat offers a rich few days of serious teaching, inspired worship, and Christ-centered fellowship with plenty of pickleball, hikes, special group sessions, and AMAZING food!
Single: $648 pp | Double: $525 pp
Includes lodging meals & taxes in the price.
Non-Lodging $366 pp
Includes meals and taxes in the price.
Register now by clicking below or by calling 231-798-2161.

Andrew Davis - Week One
2026-06-27 - 2026-07-04 | Maranatha, 4759 Lake Harbor Road, Norton Shores, MI, 49441, United States
Dr. Andrew M. Davis, a native of Boston, Massachusetts, is the senior pastor of the First Baptist Church of Durham, North Carolina, and the founder of Two Journeys Ministry. He holds a bachelor’s degree from MIT, a master’s in divinity from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, and a Ph.D. from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is also a visiting professor of church history at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, a Vice-Chairman of The Gospel Coalition.
In addition to his preaching and teaching, he is the author of An Approach to the Extended Memorization of Scripture, An Infinite Journey: Growing Toward Christlikeness, Revitalize: Biblical Keys to Helping Your Church Come Alive Again, Christ Centered Exposition: Exalting Jesus in Isaiah, The Power of Christian Contentment: Finding Deeper, Richer Christ – Centered Joy, The Glory Now Revealed: What We’ll Discover About God in Heaven, and How to Memorize Scripture for Life: From One Verse to Entire Books.
He and his wife Christi reside in Bahama, NC and have five children and four grandchildren.
“To access all of Dr. Davis’ work, please visit TwoJourneys.org.”

Mission of the week:

Africa Inland Mission
AIM AIR exists to provide safe, reliable aviation support that is personalized to enhance the effectiveness of AIM and our ministry partners. We are a lifeline that enables missionaries to live incarnationally among the least reached.

Phil Ayres - Week One
2026-06-27 - 2026-07-04 | Maranatha, 4759 Lake Harbor Road, Norton Shores, MI, 49441, United States
Phil Ayres has spent the last 23 years serving at LifePoint Christian Church (Orlando), where for 19 years he has been the lead teaching pastor. Beyond the pulpit, he’s the voice of “Zach” on Keys for Kids Radio, bringing God’s Word to life for children around the world. As the author of books like Flannelgraph Jesus and Little Lessons from the Fairway, Phil’s deepest passion is helping people encounter Christ through clear, contextual Bible teaching that makes Scripture come alive in practical ways. He has been married to his college sweetheart, Stefanie, for 34 years, and together they have two grown children.

Mission of the week:

Africa Inland Mission
AIM AIR exists to provide safe, reliable aviation support that is personalized to enhance the effectiveness of AIM and our ministry partners. We are a lifeline that enables missionaries to live incarnationally among the least reached.

Charles Billingsley
2026-06-27 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Maranatha, 4759 Lake Harbor Road, Norton Shores, MI, 49441, United States
Charles Billingsley has been one of Christian music’s most distinctive voices for nearly 30 years. After emerging as a lead vocalist for the GRAMMY®-nominated group NewSong, he launched a prolific solo career that includes more than 3,200 concerts, performances at Carnegie Hall and the Kennedy Center, 24 solo recordings, and seven #1 Inspirational radio hits. Known for his dynamic stage presence and heartfelt ministry, Charles is equally at home leading worship, speaking, or creating new music that points listeners to Christ. He and his wife, Shae, have been married 28 years and have two sons, Caleb and Cooper.
Saturday Night Concert Dinners are non-refundable and non-transferable to other Saturday Night Concert Dinners.

Baseball Camp 2026
2026-06-29 - 2026-07-03 | Maranatha, 4759 Lake Harbor Road, Norton Shores, MI, 49441, United States
Week 1: June 29-July 3(ages 7-17)
9:30am-12:00pm
Participate in drills taught by former professionals to make you a better hitter, catcher, thrower, and base-runner. The first part of the week will focus on technique. The rest of the week will be putting what you learned to test with intra-camp scrimmage.
Location: DelMar Field
Lead by: Unlimited Potential Inc.
Coaches: Brian Hommel, Bill Curtis, Terry Evans, Nick Hundley, Tyler Keele, Russ Ortiz

Sports Camps are non-refundable

Michael Rydelnik - Week Two
2026-07-04 - 2026-07-11 | Maranatha, 4759 Lake Harbor Road, Norton Shores, MI, 49441, United States
Dr. Michael Rydelnik is Emeritus Academic Dean/Professor of Jewish Studies and Bible at Moody Bible Institute. He is also the Host/Bible Teacher on Open Line with Dr. Michael Rydelnik, answering listener Bible questions on 300 stations nationwide across Moody Radio. The son of Holocaust survivors, he was raised in an observant Jewish home in Brooklyn, New York. As a high school student, Michael became a follower of Jesus the Messiah and began teaching the Bible almost immediately.
Besides his work on The Moody Bible Commentary and The Moody Handbook of Messianic Prophecy as co-editor and contributor, Michael is also the author of 50 Most Important Bible Questions, The Messianic Hope: Is the Hebrew Bible Really Messianic? and Understanding the Arab Israeli Conflict. In addition to leading Bible lands tours and his wide speaking ministry, Michael has also contributed to multiple study Bibles, books, and theological journals. Michael and his wife Eva live in Grand Rapids, love hiking with their collie and boxer, and have two terrific adult sons, a delightful daughter-in-law and the cutest two grandchildren in the world.

Mission of the week:

Moody Bible Institute
Moody exists to equip people with the truth of God’s Word to be maturing followers of Christ who are making disciples around the world.

Cisco Cotto- Week Two
2026-07-04 - 2026-07-11 | Maranatha, 4759 Lake Harbor Road, Norton Shores, MI, 49441, United States
Dr. Cisco Cotto is a professor of Pastoral Studies at Moody Bible Institute. He served as a pastor at churches in Oak Park, IL and Naperville, IL for more than a decade before joining Moody. He also serves as the morning host on WBBM Newsradio in Chicago. Cisco is a graduate of Moody Theological Seminary and Talbot School of Theology. He and his wife Anna have been married for more than 20 years. They’ve spent summers at Maranatha along with their three children for many years.

Mission of the week:

Moody Bible Institute
Moody exists to equip people with the truth of God’s Word to be maturing followers of Christ who are making disciples around the world.

Fernando Ortega
2026-07-04 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Maranatha, 4759 Lake Harbor Road, Norton Shores, MI, 49441, United States
Fernando Ortega is a celebrated singer, pianist, songwriter, and arranger whose contemplative style has shaped Christian music for decades. Classically trained and rooted in the hymns of his New Mexico upbringing, Ortega is known for blending ancient church music, traditional hymns, and folk influences into rich, reflective arrangements. He has released 22 albums, toured internationally, and earned wide acclaim for both his musical craftsmanship and pastoral storytelling. A devoted naturalist, Ortega has also published a book of bird photography and essays. He continues to write, perform, and invest in his local community while enjoying life with his daughter, Ruby.
Saturday Night Concert Dinners are non-refundable and non-transferable to other Saturday Night Concert Dinners.

Tennis Camp 2026
2026-07-06 - 2026-07-10 | Maranatha, 4759 Lake Harbor Road, Norton Shores, MI, 49441, United States
Week 2: July 6-10 (ages 7-17)
9:30am-12:00pm
Swing, shuffle, and volley your way through the week as you improve your technique and strength. Play singles or doubles mini-matches to show off what you’ve learned by the end of the week.
Location: Maranatha Tennis Courts
Lead by: Maranatha
Coaches: TBD
Limited Spots: 60 campers

Sports Camps are non-refundable

Women of Maranatha Luncheon
2026-07-08 | Maranatha, 4759 Lake Harbor Road, Norton Shores, MI, 49441, United States
WOMEN OF MARANATHA FUNDRAISING LUNCHEON
JULY 8 FOR WOMEN AND GIRLS OF ALL AGES
Join us for this annual event to hear an inspiring message from noted Christian Cindy Bultema
Sharing God’s Truth and sharing His love, Cindy Bultema is a passionate speaker, Bible teacher, visionary leader, and overcomer. Her inspiring books “Red Hot Faith” and “Live Full, Walk Free” reflect her contagious zeal for sharing Jesus around the world. Cindy’s unique understanding of the needs of women, leaders, youth, and families today allows her to serve others with authenticity, wisdom, humor, and hope. She equips and inspires audiences of all ages. Learn more about Cindy at cindybultema.com
Women of Maranatha Luncheon tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable to other events.

Steve DeWitt - Week Three
2026-07-11 - 2026-07-18 | Maranatha, 4759 Lake Harbor Road, Norton Shores, MI, 49441, United States
Steve DeWitt has served as Senior Pastor of Bethel Church in northwest Indiana since 1997. His primary responsibilities include preaching, shepherding the congregation, leading the staff, and providing overall vision for the church. Steve is passionate about expository preaching, the doctrines of grace, cultural engagement, and the beauty of God. He also speaks frequently outside of Bethel, serves on the council of The Gospel Coalition, and sits on the board of Global Action, which provides theological training for church leaders worldwide.
Steve’s teaching ministry, The Journey, airs on stations nationwide, including the Moody and Bott Radio Networks. He is the author of Eyes Wide Open, Enjoying God in Everything, and Loneliness: Don’t Hate It or Waste It. Redeem It.
He holds degrees from Cornerstone Seminary (MTS) and Wheaton College (DMin). Steve enjoys reading, travel, sports, and cheering for the University of Iowa. Married to Jennifer since 2012, they have two daughters, Kiralee and Madeline, and live in Crown Point.

Mission of the week:

Good News Nepal
To reach the unreached people in the 17 target districts of North West Nepal with the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Ed Moore - Week Three
2026-07-11 - 2026-07-18 | Maranatha, 4759 Lake Harbor Road, Norton Shores, MI, 49441, United States
Ed Moore has been the lead pastor of North Shore Baptist Church since 1992. He is originally from DuBois, Pennsylvania and attended the University of Pittsburgh. He is a graduate of the University of Georgia and Columbia International University. He and his wife, Anna, live in Bayside, New York. They have four adult children and eleven grandchildren.

Mission of the week:

Good News Nepal
To reach the unreached people in the 17 target districts of North West Nepal with the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Brandon Heath
2026-07-11 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Maranatha, 4759 Lake Harbor Road, Norton Shores, MI, 49441, United States
Brandon Heath is a Grammy-nominated, Dove Award-winning singer-songwriter known for honest storytelling and faith-filled, relatable lyrics. A Nashville native, he broke onto the national scene with “I’m Not Who I Was” and later the smash hit “Give Me Your Eyes,” earning two Dove Awards and a Grammy nomination. His albums—including Leaving Eden, Blue Mountain, and Enough Already—highlight his warm vocals and thoughtful reflections on identity and grace. In 2022 he returned to No. 1 with “See Me Through It.” Heath continues to create heartfelt music that resonates deeply with listeners across all seasons of life.
Saturday Night Concert Dinners are non-refundable and non-transferable to other Saturday Night Concert Dinners.

Adult Pickleball Camp 2026
2026-07-13 - 2026-07-17 | Maranatha, 4759 Lake Harbor Road, Norton Shores, MI, 49441, United States
Week 3: July 13-17 (ages 18+)
9:30am-12:00pm
Throughout the week, you’ll focus on technique and more as you train with an excellent coaching staff.
This Pickleball Camp is for adults 18 and older!
Location: Maranatha Pickleball Courts
Lead by: Larrin Flint, Pete McCarty
Limited Spots: 40 campers

Sports Camps are non-refundable

Soccer Camp 2026
2026-07-13 - 2026-07-17 | Maranatha, 4759 Lake Harbor Road, Norton Shores, MI, 49441, United States
Week 3: July 13-17 (ages 7-17)
9:30am-12:00pm
Improve your skills and even learn new ones with the help of some of the top coaches around. You’ll work on foot, skills, passing, shooting, and general agility and game awareness to make you the most well-rounded player you can be.
Location: Ross Park Sailor Soccer Complex
Lead by: FCA
Coaches: Mike Colago

Sports Camps are non-refundable

2026 Women's Summer Breakaway
2026-07-16 09:30 - 15:30 UTC | MI
Join Us for the Annual Women’s Summer Breakaway!
When: Thursday, July 16, 2026
Time: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Speaker: Melissa Kruger
Vice President of Discipleship Programming at The Gospel Coalition (TGC)
Author of The Envy of Eve, Walking with God in the Season of Motherhood, Growing Together, and Parenting with Hope. Melissa and her husband, Mike, have three children.
Missionary Spotlight: Lindsey Gray
Chief Pilot for AIM AIR in Nairobi, Kenya
AIM AIR General Manager
Serving to establish Christ-centered churches among Africa’s unreached peoples. Lindsey holds FAA commercial pilot and instructor certifications and is passionate about spreading the Gospel.
What makes this event special?

Inspiring Teaching: Hear from Melissa Kruger, a respected author and leader with The Gospel Coalition, as she shares biblical wisdom and practical encouragement for women in every season of life.
Global Perspective: Be challenged and inspired by Lindsey Gray, a missionary and Chief Pilot for AIM AIR in Kenya, as she shares her incredible story of faith and service among Africa’s unreached peoples.
Community & Connection: Enjoy fellowship with other women who are passionate about growing in Christ.
Purposeful Break: Step away from your daily routine and experience a day of renewal, encouragement, and hope.

Tickets
$50.00 per person
$5 off per person for groups of 10 or more
Click below to purchase or
Call Guest Services: 231-798-2161
Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable to other events.

Eric Moore - Week Four
2026-07-18 - 2026-07-25 | Maranatha, 4759 Lake Harbor Road, Norton Shores, MI, 49441, United States
Dr. Eric Moore is Professor Emeritus of the Applied Theology Department at Moody Theological Seminary-Michigan. He is also the Pastor and co-founder of Tree of Life Bible Fellowship church located in Royal Oak, Michigan. Along with his weekly teaching and preaching duties, Eric speaks regularly at local churches, venues and conferences in greater Detroit and around the country. He has a weekly radio program (Food for the Soul) which broadcasts every Sunday morning on station WLQV in the Detroit Metropolitan area. Eric and his wife, Marilyn, have been blessed with 3 adult children whom love and serve Jesus; Chanel, Samuel and Christina.

Mission of the week:

Mission India
Mission India equips India’s Christians to plant reproducing churches.

Brady Nemmers - Week Four
2026-07-18 - 2026-07-25 | Maranatha, 4759 Lake Harbor Road, Norton Shores, MI, 49441, United States
Brady serves as the lead teaching pastor of Keystone Community Church in Ada, Michigan. He is a graduate of the University of Michigan and holds a Master of Divinity degree from Western Theological Seminary He is passionate about communicating the story of God in a way that is relevant, engaging and applicable. He and his wife, Sarah Anne, share a love for the lands of the Bible and are honored to lead study trips to Israel and Turkey. They have live in Ada with their four boys, two dogs, two cats and three chickens.”

Mission of the week:

Mission India
Mission India equips India’s Christians to plant reproducing churches.

Captivating Keyboards
2026-07-18 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Maranatha, 4759 Lake Harbor Road, Norton Shores, MI, 49441, United States
Captivating Keyboards features pianists Scott Griffin and Alan Curtis Tripp, whose two-piano concerts blend virtuosity, creativity, and joyful worship. The duo began performing together at Moody Bible Institute’s Founders Week, quickly developing a national and international ministry. Scott, an award-winning pianist with extensive touring and church ministry experience, has created music for Unshackled! and the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association. Alan, a pianist, composer, missionary, and educator, has performed in 45 states and 22 countries and is pursuing a graduate degree in counseling. Together they offer high-energy, Christ-centered performances that inspire audiences of all ages.
Saturday Night Concert Dinners are non-refundable and non-transferable to other Saturday Night Concert Dinners.

Mike Fabarez - Week Five
2026-07-25 - 2026-08-01 | Maranatha, 4759 Lake Harbor Road, Norton Shores, MI, 49441, United States
Dr. Mike Fabarez is the founding pastor of Compass Bible Church in Aliso Viejo, California and has been in pastoral ministry for over 40 years. He is committed to clearly communicating God’s word verse-by-verse and encourages his listeners to apply what they have learned to their daily lives. He is also the President of Compass Bible Institute, at which he is also a professor, and recently launched Compass Press.
Mike and his wife Carlynn grew up in Long Beach, California, attending high school together and then the Moody Bible Institute in Chicago. Pastor Mike graduated from Moody with a Bachelor’s degree in Bible and Theology. Mike and Carlynn also attended the University of Arizona with Carlynn receiving her Bachelor’s degree in Education. Pastor Mike earned his Master’s Degree from Talbot School of Theology and a Doctorate from Westminster Theological Seminary in California.
Mike is heard on hundreds of radio programs across the country on the Focal Point radio program and has authored several books, including Envy, 10 Mistakes People Make About Heaven, Hell and the Afterlife, Raising Men Not Boys, Lifelines for Tough Times, Preaching That Changes Lives, Getting It Right, Praying for Sunday, and Why the Bible?
Carlynn and Mike have three adult children – Matthew, John and Stephanie, and have six grandchildren.

Mission of the week:

Crossroads Prison Ministry
Crossroads connects people in prisons with mentors from churches to develop Christ-centered relationships as they study God’s Word together.

Brent and Janet Aucoin - Week Five
2026-07-25 - 2026-08-01 | Maranatha, 4759 Lake Harbor Road, Norton Shores, MI, 49441, United States
Dr. Brent Aucoin serves as President of Faith Bible Seminary in Lafayette, Indiana, where he also chairs the Master of Divinity program and teaches in the areas of pastoral ministry, theology, and biblical counseling. He is the Pastor of Seminary and Soul Care Ministries at Faith Church, an ACBC-certified counselor, and a longtime instructor with Faith Biblical Counseling Ministries. Brent joined the pastoral staff in 1998 and regularly speaks at conferences, retreats, and training events. His academic background includes degrees from Oklahoma State University (B.S.), Purdue University (M.S.), Central Seminary (M.Div.), Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (Th.M.), and Baptist Bible Seminary (Ph.D.).
Janet Aucoin serves alongside Brent as the Director of Women’s Ministries at Faith Church and is also ACBC certified. She leads the Faith Bible Seminary wives’ fellowship and hosts the Joyful Journey Podcast, which encourages women to pursue joy through biblical truth. Janet teaches and speaks at retreats, counseling conferences, and women’s events.
Together, Brent and Janet travel to support churches and ministries through marriage, parenting, and discipleship training. They have two adult children—Joshua (married to Noelle) and Karis—and are the thankful grandparents of Arielle and Elsie. Their shared passion is helping believers grow through Christ-centered, Scripture-focused ministry.

Mission of the week:

Crossroads Prison Ministry
Crossroads connects people in prisons with mentors from churches to develop Christ-centered relationships as they study God’s Word together.

Natalie Layne
2026-07-25 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Maranatha, 4759 Lake Harbor Road, Norton Shores, MI, 49441, United States
Natalie Layne is a pop singer-songwriter, pianist, worship leader, and producer whose music radiates joy and spiritual depth. A Colorado native now in Nashville, she blends pop, jazz, and soulful piano-driven styles shaped by classical training and mentorship under GRAMMY® winner Bernie Herms. Her Centricity Music debut album, All Joy (2025), reflects her desire to help listeners rediscover delight in every season. Layne has performed at Bonnaroo, toured with major Christian artists, and earned a Top 20 radio single with “Amen.” With a growing online following, she hopes her music serves as a “shot of joy” for families and churches.
Saturday Night Concert Dinners are non-refundable and non-transferable to other Saturday Night Concert Dinners.

Football Camp 2026
2026-07-27 - 2026-07-31 | Maranatha, 4759 Lake Harbor Road, Norton Shores, MI, 49441, United States
Week 5: July 27-31 (ages 7-17)
9:30am-12:00pm
One of our most popular camps, athletes keep coming back for a week of well-coached, on-contact touch football. You will see yourself improving your agility, strength, passing, and catching.
Location: Mona Shores High School Football Field
Lead by: FCA
Coaches: Tom Creguer, Adam Gonzaga, Leonard Haynes

Sports Camps are non-refundable

Volleyball Camp 2026
2026-07-27 - 2026-07-31 | Maranatha, 4759 Lake Harbor Road, Norton Shores, MI, 49441, United States
Week 5: July 27-31 (ages 7-17)
9:30am-12:00pm
Using both indoor and outdoor court space, you’ll work on drills to make you a better passer, hitter, setter, and server. By the end of the week, you’ll be ready for a scrimmage to show off your improved techniques.
Location: Maranatha Gymnasium
Lead by: FCA
Coaches: Heather Bolhuis, Mike McGaeth

Sports Camps are non-refundable

Rod VanSolkema - Week Six
2026-08-01 - 2026-08-08 | Maranatha, 4759 Lake Harbor Road, Norton Shores, MI, 49441, United States
Rod VanSolkema is the founding and senior pastor of Crossroads Bible Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and the founder of Ancient Path Study Tours. He is deeply committed to the local church and its mission, and is passionate about helping people encounter Scripture in its historical and cultural setting. Rod’s desire is that by studying the biblical story in community and understanding its context, people will grow in their love for the text and gain a deeper vision for discipleship.
Rod leads study trips to Israel as well as tours through Turkey, Greece, and Rome. He holds an undergraduate degree from Wheaton College (Wheaton, Illinois) and completed his seminary training at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (Deerfield, Illinois). He also studied in Israel, completing graduate work at Jerusalem University College.
Rod lives in Grand Rapids with his wife, Libby, and they are the proud parents of three adult children: Gabe (married to Ally), Bennett (married to Ryli), and their daughter, Cate.

Mission of the week:

Mission Eurasia
Mission Eurasia’s mission is to train, equip, and mobilize Christian leadership throughout Eurasia and Israel, who will engage in indigenous evangelism, church-planting, holistic ministries, and church growth by developing creative and strategic ministries and by facilitating partnerships between nationals and Western Christians.

Phil Tuttle - Week Six
2026-08-01 - 2026-08-08 | Maranatha, 4759 Lake Harbor Road, Norton Shores, MI, 49441, United States
Phil Tuttle has served with Walk Thru the Bible for more than three decades and has been its President and CEO since 2007. He began teaching Walk Thru the Bible live events in 1988 while pastoring in central Illinois and went on to serve as Dean of Faculty, Senior Vice President for International Ministries, and Global Teaching Pastor.
A native of Normal, Illinois, Phil earned his Bachelor of Arts in Christian Education and Bible from Wheaton College and his Master of Theology in Christian Education from Dallas Theological Seminary.
As President, Phil continues to teach around the world in churches, conferences, and leadership gatherings. He is the author of several books, including Detour, Chosen, Crucible, Chiseled, and Rescue. Known for combining biblical clarity with practical stories and warm humor, Phil helps people engage Scripture in fresh and memorable ways.
Phil and his wife, Ellen, have two adult children and four grandchildren.
Mission of the week:

Mission Eurasia
Mission Eurasia’s mission is to train, equip, and mobilize Christian leadership throughout Eurasia and Israel, who will engage in indigenous evangelism, church-planting, holistic ministries, and church growth by developing creative and strategic ministries and by facilitating partnerships between nationals and Western Christians.

Ginny Owens
2026-08-01 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Maranatha, 4759 Lake Harbor Road, Norton Shores, MI, 49441, United States
Ginny Owens is an award-winning singer-songwriter, author, and speaker whose artistry has encouraged audiences for over two decades. She first gained national recognition with Without Condition, launching a career marked by introspective lyrics and a distinctive storytelling voice. Owens has recorded 10 albums, several EPs, and two Christmas projects, earning three Dove Awards and two ASCAP awards. A gifted teacher of Scripture, she has authored multiple books and completed a Master of Biblical Studies at Reformed Theological Seminary. Ginny has performed on major stages worldwide and now serves as Director of Worship Arts and Community Engagement at Redeemer Presbyterian Church Lincoln Square.
Saturday Night Concert Dinners are non-refundable and non-transferable to other Saturday Night Concert Dinners.

Pickleball Camp 2026
2026-08-03 - 2026-08-07 | Maranatha, 4759 Lake Harbor Road, Norton Shores, MI, 49441, United States
Week 6: August 3-7 (ages 10-17)
9:30am-12:00pm
Throughout the week, you’ll focus on technique and more as you train with an excellent coaching staff.
Location: Maranatha Pickleball Courts
Lead by: Larrin Flint, Pete McCarty
Limited Spots: 40 campers

Sports Camps are non-refundable
