Health Immersion Program
Health Guests Application 2026
The Village Church’s Health Immersion Program is a non-residential lifestyle program modeled after Adventist “immersion” programs like Weimar’s NEWSTART. It offers an intensive, practical experience in total lifestyle change—renewing body, mind, and spirit through the eight laws of health.
Trainees Application 2026
“… A unique opportunity that combines online learning, spiritual evangelism training and practical application of skills in collaboration with medical professionals to treat people who desire to improve their health following Biblical principles…
The Village Health Immersion Program is a two-week intensive lifestyle experience. We believe in Jesus as a healer and Great Physician, and let the Bible and Holy Spirit lead and guide us as we work to renew lives.
Rooted in the eight laws of health—Nutrition, Exercise, Water, Sunshine, Temperance, Air, Rest, and Trust in God—the program combines medical insight, natural therapies, hydrotherapy, plant-based nutrition, health education, and spiritual encouragement. Participants are guided step-by-step in applying lifestyle principles that promote whole-person healing and sustainable change. This immersive experience is ideal for anyone looking to prevent or manage lifestyle-related conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and stress, or simply wanting to live more fully in harmony with God’s design for health.
The program was founded by Doctor John Kelly, with the aid and support of former Senior Pastor Ron Kelly. Doctor Kelly has a wealth of knowledge on natural health methodologies and has the distinction of being the Founding President of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine.
Program Highlights
- Personalized Health Assessments: Learn your current health status and set goals with professional support.
- Medical and Lifestyle Consultations: Gain insight into your unique health needs with our health team.
- Daily Lectures & Workshops: Understand the science of natural healing and practical lifestyle change.
- Hydrotherapy & Natural Treatments: Experience hands-on applications for circulation, pain relief, and immune support.
- Plant-Based Cooking Classes: Enjoy delicious, whole-food meals and learn recipes to use at home.
- Physical Activity & Exercise Sessions: Engage in practical movement for energy, strength, and endurance.
- Spiritual Renewal: Daily devotions, prayer, and reflection for peace and hope in Christ.
Schedule
Next Session: April 8–23, 2026
Location: Village Seventh-day Adventist Church, Berrien Springs, MI
📍 Address: 635 St. Joseph Ave, Berrien Springs, MI 49103
Why Join the Health Immersion Program?
- Reclaim your health naturally through preventive lifestyle medicine
- Receive individualized attention from caring professionals
- Connect with a supportive faith-based community
- Learn practical skills for long-term wellness
- Experience physical, mental, and spiritual restoration
“Pure air, sunlight, abstemiousness, rest, exercise, proper diet, the use of water, trust in divine power—these are the true remedies. Every person should have a knowledge of nature’s remedial agencies and how to apply them. It is essential both to understand the principles involved in the treatment of the sick and to have a practical training that will enable one rightly to use this knowledge.”—The Ministry of Healing, 127.2
Our multidisciplinary team includes physicians, lifestyle educators, hydrotherapists, and volunteers from the Village Health Ministry Department. Under the leadership of Dr. Michael Hess, MD, MDiv, and the support of trained health professionals, each session offers compassionate, Christ-centered care.
Get Involved
Would you like to volunteer or sponsor a participant? The Health Immersion Program thrives because of the dedication of church members and community supporters who share a vision for heath ministry.
📞 Contact us at 269-262-1195 or ✉️ healthministry@villagesda.org to learn how you can help.
Or Fill out the questionnaire by clicking on the LEARN MORE button below.
Learn more in the video below:
Health Guests Application 2026
The Village Church’s Health Immersion Program is a non-residential lifestyle program modeled after Adventist “immersion” programs like Weimar’s NEWSTART. It offers an intensive, practical experience in total lifestyle change—renewing body, mind, and spirit through the eight laws of health.
Trainees Application 2026
“… A unique opportunity that combines online learning, spiritual evangelism training and practical application of skills in collaboration with medical professionals to treat people who desire to improve their health following Biblical principles…