Welcome to Restoring The Gift

This Biblically based program helps married couples learn how to survive and thrive in their marriages.

About Us

Do you feel at times like your marriage is on life support?

YOU ARE NOT ALONE!

Restoring The Gift exists to bring hope and healing to hurting marriages.

Praises for Restoring The Gift…

“We came to Restoring The Gift after hitting rock bottom in our marriage. I remember lying in bed one night wondering how I can feel so alone even though Cory was lying right beside me. We were trying to work through anger, bitterness, the affects of infidelity and the fear of the future.

RTG was the catalyst we needed to work through all of these things. We began to realize what drew us together in the first place. It was a safe place for us to share our story with others who were facing similar challenges and without being judged. It helped us to rebuild our relationship and family. It helped us to see that God truly is capable of creating beauty from ashes. Nineteen years later we are still together and in awe of God’s Grace.”

~ Becky Raak

”A friend told us about restoring the gift when our marriage desperately needed help. It was refreshing to hear we were not alone in our struggles. Other couples who have “been there“ walked alongside us and taught us how to face our guilt, anger, and fears. We learned tools on how to improve our communication which brought us closer to the Lord and to each other. We felt so strongly about this program that we went through it a second time and then became leaders for the next 15 years. We lead, not because we had all of the answers, but because we allowed God to continue to work in our marriage and help others in the process. We were beyond blessed to have a front row seat to God‘s work in saving marriages.“ ❤️

~ Robb and Traci VanderKamp

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

1. How often is the RTG class offered?

RESTORING THE GIFT is offered twice per year. There is a 10 week class beginning in January and ending in March. There is also a weekend retreat offered in the Fall.

2. Does the format differ?

Yes. In the Fall, RESTORING THE GIFT is offered as a Friday-Sunday weekend retreat. In the Winter/Spring, it is offered as a 10 week class meeting once per week for two hours per meeting.

2. Is child care available?

Childcare is available for the 10 week class at no charge. Childcare is not available for the Fall Retreat.

3. How will I know if I am registered for the class?

Follow the instructions listed below. You will be contacted by one of our RTG leaders via phone or email confirming your registration.

4. Is there a fee for this class?

There is a $60.00 fee per couple. This fee covers all workshop materials we will use during the class and are yours to keep. This fee is payable in cash or by check made out to: “Restoring The Gift” at the first meeting.

Restoring The Gift - Fall Retreat 2026

JOIN US FOR OUR FALL RETREAT AT THE SHACK IN WHITE CLOUD, MICHIGAN OCTOBER 16-18, 2026!

Registration is now open for the Restoring The Gift Fall Retreat 2026

Testimonials from previous participants at the Retreat…

~ “Excellent material and presentations. Individual stories that were shared and the vulnerability of the leaders.”

~ “Time, tranquility, connecting with others, being open to God.”

~ “Time outside, being loved on, and prayed for, resources for later.”

~ “God centered focus and transparency of the leaders.”

~ “Jesus’s presence here.”

~ “The space to explore my weaknessses, challenge my next days with new tactics.”

~ “The openness of the leadership team and their willingness to personally connect with us as individuals and as couples.”

~ “Everyone being real about where they were and are currently.”

~ “Time between sessions to walk and talk.”

~ “Time spent together in group, but more so, time I was able to spend with my wife and Jesus. Strengthening my faith in both my marriage and our God.”

~ “The teaching and hearing the experience of other couples. To hear the struggle and the hope was so important.”

Fall Retreat 2026

DATES

Friday, October 16 - Sunday, October 18, 2026

TIME

3:00PM Friday - 12 noon Sunday

LOCATION

The Shack

2263 W 14th St.

White Cloud, MI 49349

RETREAT FEE

There is a $440.00 fee per couple. This fee covers 2 nights lodging at The Shack and includes all meals... Dinner on Friday; Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner on Saturday, and Breakfast on Sunday.

There is also a $60.00 fee to cover the cost of the materials used in the class which are yours to keep. This fee is payable in cash or by check made out to: “Restoring The Gift.” Payment can be made upon arrival at The Shack.

How do I register for the RTG 2026 Fall Retreat?

Step One - RESERVE your place in the Restoring The Gift Fall Retreat

Complete the Registration Form below.
2. Click on the “Send” button. Once we receive your registration information, someone from our leadership team will contact you to confirm your registration for the Retreat.

Step Two - RESERVE your room at The Shack

A deposit must be made at the time of booking a room at The Shack. We have blocked a group of rooms that you can choose from when you make your reservation. RESERVATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED BASIS. Once all of these rooms have been reserved, we will be at capacity for this retreat and will not be adding more rooms for our group. So to insure your participation in the Retreat, REGISTER EARLY!
Use the following link to book your room at The Shack.

Click here to reserve a room at The Shack

Step Three - Confirmation and Questions

You will receive confirmation from The Shack once you have successfully booked your room. Please read all information included with this confirmation to familiarize yourself with this Resort.

If you have additional questions about this retreat, please contact Jan (616.405.9692) or Keith (616.405.5961) and we will be happy to assist you.

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Join with us, as together we discuss issues such as: Anger, Guilt, Wounds, Fear, Hope, Forgiveness, Communication, and Legacy. Often times, these are the things that plague our marriages, keep us from moving forward in our relationship with our husband or wife, and threaten to undo us. All of this takes place in a safe, supportive, non-judgmental, and confidential environment. Enter your email and select “Sign up” below to receive more information about upcoming RTG events.

Help Our Cause

To Donate

Your support and contributions will enable us to meet our goal to bring hope and healing to hurting marriages. Your generous donation will fund our mission and help provide scholarships making it possible for everyone who wishes to attend our retreats.

Donations can be made in the form of a check payable to: Restoring the Gift.

Please send donations to:

Restoring The Gift

C/O Keith and Jan Schaap

29 East 6th St. Unit 303

Holland, MI. 49423