Surviving VBStress
I have put together camps, major Halloween/Easter events and lock-ins, but VBS is the monster of all kids ministry events. I haven’t even had the time to blog these last few weeks since all my spare time is consumed with planning. There are so many details that go into planning a VBS that it is easy to get stressed out for weeks or months about just one event. I have put together five steps to help us all survive the stress of VBS, and make it to the fall in one piece.
Summer Blast! {Vacation Bible School Alternative}
Some people have discussed whether VBS is worth it. What do you think, and what alternatives have you tried? Check out one church’s thoughtful approach here:
I didn’t want to be the “no fun” church. But I didn’t really want to make a big decision just to stay in the VBS club. So we came up with a plan. We’re bringing VBS back! Sort of.
Beyond Vacation Bible School Ideas: 18 Ways to Have Church Summer Fun
Granted, not all of these ideas are specific to VBS. But these fun summer ideas can help your children’s ministry beat the “summer slump.” Kids will surely love them (and so will you)!
Did you realize that God’s work doesn’t take a sabbatical during summer months? How can your church seize the unique evangelism and fellowship opportunities of the season? Try some of these fresh summertime ideas:
5 Things Every Vacation Bible School Must Accomplish
Amid the inevitable hustle and bustle of VBS, don’t lose sight of what it’s all about! No matter which program you’re leading, helping children grow their faith is the main point.
It’s time for Vacation Bible School, the one week in summer where children go to church to learn incredible stories from the Bible and songs that will get stuck in everyone’s head. It’s a transformative time for many kids. From making new friends to coming to Jesus, everyone has a vacation bible school story they remember. Here are a few ways you can make sure your VBS week has maximum impact on you and the kids.
Find more than 100 Bible games for kids here.
