Spring Forward Weekend
April 11 - April 13
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Join us for our Spring Forward Weekend! This weekend is full of activities geared toward the whole family. Enjoy a dip in the pool, organized games, or a walk around the lake!
This is a great opportunity to bring the whole family for a weekend of relaxation, fun, and growing closer to the Lord.
Speaker: Pastor Randy Smith
Randy Smith was born in Manhattan but moved early in life to the Chicago suburbs. He graduated from Illinois State University in 1988 (BS) and Chicago State University in 1994 (MA). For nine years, Randy worked as a public-school educator and athletic coach (football and wrestling). In 1997 he began full-time ministry at Grace Church of DuPage in the Chicago suburbs, seven years after coming to Christ. He graduated from Wheaton College in 2001 (MA), the same year he moved to the New Jersey Shore to become the lead pastor of Grace Bible Church (www.jerseygrace.org). There he authored the book, “Battle-Tested” and received two mayoral proclamations from different towns for distinctive service. After experiencing 23 years of God’s amazing blessings in ministry, he and his family moved to Michigan in 2024 to be closer to their biological family. Randy loves spending time with his wife (Julie) and four children (Hailey, Kayla, Natalie and Shane) and enjoys exercising, reading, visiting National Parks and rooting for Chicago sports teams. He has two YouTube channels: One recording his explorations at America’s National Parks (@americasparks) and the other weekly lessons for living a fulfilled life in Christ (@trustedlifelessons). He also maintains a committed hobby of managing his “Grace Quotes” database, the largest collection of organized Christian quotations on the Internet (www.gracequotes.org).
Worship: Keswick Grad Band
The Keswick Grad Band is the praise and worship band from America’s Keswick, composed entirely of graduates from its addiction recovery programs. With a legacy spanning over 127 years, America’s Keswick has been a beacon of hope, teaching that Jesus Christ is the ultimate answer to addiction. Each member of the band has experienced a profound transformation through the gospel of Jesus Christ, and their lives stand as testaments to His redeeming power. Their passion for Jesus shines through in their music, as they lead the body of Christ in heartfelt and inspiring worship.
Weekend Schedule & Activities:
- Sunday AM service
- Good-Egg Contest
- Easter Egg Hunt
- Movies each night
- Devotions each morning
- Easter Choir Concert
- And more!
Weekend Packages:
*Note: Pricing is subject to change
Friday evening – Sunday afternoon
- Private Bath $125
- Hall Bath $110
- Teens $50
- Children $25
Day Rates:
- Full Weekend $60
- Friday $15
- Saturday $40
Call (800) 453-7942 to book your stay TODAY!
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