Annual Easter Sunrise Service on the Beach

The 35th Annual Easter Sunrise Service on the Beach will be held Sunday, April 20 at 7:00 AM at the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort, 400 S. Collier Boulevard, Marco Island. Beginning over 35 years ago with 240 people, the one-hour event is one of the largest gatherings on Marco Island, open to the whole community and led by diverse collaboration of denominations.

Mike McNees, City Manager, will give the welcome; Pastor Ed Brandt, United Church of Marco Island will lead opening prayer; Pastor Casey Nowlin, The Family Church, will lead prayer of adoration; Pastor Scott Kerens, Marco Presbyterian Church, will deliver the message; Pastor Thomas McCulley, New Life Community Church, will lead the closing moments and prayer.

World-renowned hymn writer Matt Papawill lead the Easter sunrise singing with his full band.

Beach access is north of the Marriott Spa and the public access path north of the Madeira Condominium. The Marco police and volunteers will direct traffic and assist with parking, including double parking along Collier Boulevard. Additionally, the Resident's Beach parking lot will open at 6:00 AM for member parking. Dress is casual; bring your own blanket or chair. Musical prelude begins at 6:45 AM. For those who need assistance, handicap parking will be available near the Marriott Spa with golf carts to assist to the edge of the beach.

For information call Marco Presbyterian Church at 239-394-8186.