Understanding the VBS Pledges in Evangelical Churches: Allegiance, Christian Flag, and the Bible

Vacation Bible School (VBS) is a popular program in many evangelical churches, especially during the summer months. It’s a time of fun, fellowship, and faith-building for children and youth. An integral part of the VBS experience are the pledges that are often recited at the beginning of each day. These pledges, namely the Pledge of … Read more

Top 10 VBS Game Ideas for Churches Hosting Vacation Bible School

a group of kids playing jumping rope

Vacation Bible School (VBS) is a fantastic opportunity for churches to engage with children and teach them about faith through fun and interactive games. In this blog post, we will share the top 10 VBS game ideas that will keep kids entertained and help them learn valuable lessons about Christianity. 1. Glow Bowling Game[1] This … Read more

What’s your VBS plans? Will stay-at-home cancel your Vacation Bible School?

vbs poll for pandemic online vbs

With the stay-at-home orders covering all 50 states, this summer’s VBS could be in danger. I’d love to hear what you are thinking. Leave a comment below. Should churches cancel VBS for summer of 2020? From what I’m hearing, most churches will wait until the first week of May to start those discussions. My personal … Read more

“Focus” VBS from Orange

Focus VBS from Orange Curriculum

“Focus” is the new VBS theme from Orange curriculum. Last week at the Children’s Pastors Conference, I got a chance to talk with the people behind the exciting new material. Take a look at this new Vacation Bible School and let me know what you think. Focus for VBS 2020 This all-new VBS 2020 from … Read more

What Is the Purpose of Vacation Bible School?

What's the purpose of Vacation Bible School

Unless you’ve grown up attending Vacation Bible School regularly, you may not understand the purpose. Why host a VBS? Are they really necessary? Why did we start this tradition to begin with? Well, there’s a lot of history Vacation Bible School but just know that Vacation Bible School’s purpose hasn’t really changed. In the beginning, … Read more