4 Ways to Promote Your Church’s VBS

I believe that VBS can still be a valuable tool for reaching new families.  Vacation Bible School is still the largest kids ministry outreach in many churches. It all starts with getting the word out.  Here are a few easy things we have tried to communicate with our community about VBS or other big events. … Read more

Church Sued Over VBS Game Injuries

I just heard about a West Virginia church is facing lawsuits over a poorly run VBS games. According to this report, a 9-year-old boy was seriously injured in their Vacation Bible School program. It sounds like individual church volunteers were named in the lawsuit too! I’m not familiar with the situation, but it’s a good … Read more

Review: Kids of Courage Vacation Bible School

I wasn’t sure what to expect when I asked to review the new Kid of Courage VBS starter kit from Voice of the Martyrs.  I have a great deal of respect for Voice of the Martyrs and their work in promoting the plight of persecuted Christians around the world.  That said, I wasn’t sure what … Read more

Kids of Courage VBS Starter Kit (Voice of the Martyrs VBS)

Voice of the Martyrs is a well-known ministry that raises awareness about persecuted Christians. Now they have produced a Vacation Bible School program called “Kids of Courage.” It’s built around five different countries where the church is restrained or attacked. I am certainly interested in learning more. Even if this wasn’t a main VBS program … Read more

How To Maximize the Long-Term Effect of VBS

VBS requires months of preparation.  During the week, it demands cups of coffee and perseverance.  We love VBS and yet we feel relief when Friday comes because the week has been exhausting.  Many people mistakenly believe VBS is finished when the last child is picked up on Friday.  But, the work of VBS continues even … Read more

Policies & Training for Teenage VBS Helpers

The success of a church’s VBS often hinges on the help of teens from the church’s student ministry.  Middle-school and high-school-aged youth can bring enthusiasm and valued assistance to an over-packed class of energetic children.  But without screening or training, teens can unintentionally add to the chaos. Setting expectations and outlining seemingly common sense pointers for youth … Read more

Free VBS Material: The Fruit of the Spirit

Last year we posted a free VBS curriculum written by Tara Tegard called “Bible Boot Camp VBS.” It is still available for download and hundreds of churches have used it in their ministry. Tara has written a second Vacation Bible School curriculum and wants to share it with readers on our website. It is titled “BigHeart … Read more