VBS Material

Vacation Bible School material can offer the opportunity for children and young adults to learn about God, meet new friends, and have fun. The items used in these church programs have evolved over the years to provide an adventure in learning about God and His Word, as they include games, stories, crafts, music, and scripture study. Vacation Bible School materials can also provide an opportunity for outreach in presenting the gospel of Jesus Christ for those who may have not heard, or may have not yet taken the opportunity to accept Christ as their way to salvation. With the broad range of information and programs available today, churches can offer an exciting way to learn and live the Word of God to their own children and youth and to the children and youth of their community. "Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it" (Proverbs 22:6).



The programs offered through these summer church programs have grown over the years to create more of a camp atmosphere. Some Vacation Bible School material will allow children and youth to be taken away on a Safari Jungle in search of the secret treasures of the Word of God. VBS campers can join a select corps of an army of Christian soldiers, experiencing "Bible Boot Camp" with ropes courses and mess hall type snacks. Today's Vacation Bible School materials have pulled together music, snacks, crafts, and Bible lessons into one theme that will leave an everlasting impression upon the attendees, helping them apply all that they have learned on a daily basis.



The curriculums offered through VBS can also include a component for those that may be new to Christianity. Throughout the course of experiencing the Vacation Bible School material, children and youth can be learning valuable lessons in God's grace and mercy, presenting the truthful need for a Savior. And, most Vacation Bible School materials will write into the curriculum the perfect place and time to present the gospel of Christ to those who may not yet believe. VBS can be a wonderful opportunity to extend the salvation of Christ to young ears.



There are many programs available from a variety of sources. Denominations may write and publish their own, or Christian publishing companies may offer a selection of Vacation Bible School materials. The Internet can be an excellent place to start searching for programs suited to the needs and size of the group. It is necessary to be sure that the Vacation Bible School material chosen is friendly and welcoming to those outside of the church family, as VBS is a wonderful outreach opportunity. To start the search for material for your church, the coordinator or church staff member must simply type "VBS" into any online search engine. The ideas and suggestions found on the Internet are endless.