“The King comes!” This powerful message echoes through the history of Maranatha Christian Reformed Church. Let’s delve into the story of this unique place of worship.
Maranatha Christian Reformed Church emerged from within an evangelical community. This happened as a result of a foretold event for the present time. It is written in the book of Joel 2:28. “I will pour out My Spirit on all flesh; Your sons and your daughters shall prophesy. Your old men shall dream dreams. Your young men shall see visions.”
The founder and foundation of Maranatha Christian Reformed Church is the Lord Jesus Christ. The church does not emphasize any other name. Its existence is part of God’s prophetic plan for our days. As a religious institution, the Maranatha Christian Reformed Church was established in January 1968. Vila Velha is a municipality in Espirito Santo, Brazil. Its purpose is to worship God and preach the Gospel. The church follows the Old and New Testament scriptures. These scriptures are the only rule of faith and practice. The church instructs man’s spiritual and social formation and provides Christian education. It promotes charitable works and non-profit moral and educational assistance in Brazil and internationally.
In the mid 1980s, members started gathering in the United States and Canada. The church was officially established in North America in 1988.
The word “Maranatha” is not just a name. It’s a spiritual heritage. It identifies a call from the Holy Spirit. This call is for a special moment in the history of the Church: the Rapture. The Maranatha Christian Reformed Church embodies this historic and prophetic moment. Paul used the word Maranatha to describe the great message of the Church. It means “The King comes”. In other words, “Jesus will return.” In January 1980, the Lord Jesus revealed the name Maranatha Christian Church. It signifies that the church would be known worldwide for preaching the message: “Maranatha, the Lord Jesus comes”.
Maranatha Christian Reformed Church is a Pentecostal church. Its headquarters are in Vila Velha, ES, Brazil. It has 5,000 churches and temples throughout that country. It is also present in several other countries. There are 40 churches in the United States and Canada. The Holy Spirit directs all things. All members are volunteers.
Maranatha Christian Reformed Church of York connects people to the heart of God since 1957. The goal is to inspire through holiness and prayer services. Prayer and worship form the basis. The church offers services and opportunities to participate. The calendar includes time for prayer, sermons, and personal reflection. They offer guided Bible studies and Youth Ministries.
As you stand here, remember the story of Maranatha Christian Reformed Church. It’s a story of faith, prophecy, and a global message. “Maranatha, the Lord Jesus comes”.