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Vacation Bible School Overview:Vacation Bible School (VBS) is a ministry outreach churches provide to educate children about God. Each church runs its own Vacation Bible School program but may use a purchased religious curriculum in its teachings.
Vacation Bible School Teachers:
Teachers at VBS are church staff as well as church members volunteering their time. Many of the church members helping out with Vacation Bible School are parents too.
Vacation Bible School Themes and Activities:
Many VBS programs choose one theme for the week. They use this theme to creatively adapt it to God's Word.
A typical day at Vacation Bible School may include:
* Prayer
* Bible stories
* Arts and crafts
* Games
* Skits
* Songs
* Puppet shows
* Sports activities
* Snack breaks
* Team lessons
* Character-building activities
Preschoolers up to high school age children benefit the most from Vacation Bible School. Age guidelines vary from church to church with many focusing on the elementary school ages. Some also offer free childcare for volunteers who have children too young to attend VBS.
Benefits:
* Children learn about religion through fun, age-appropriate activities.
* Life lessons help every child learn how to be a good person and a friend to others.
* Perfect for younger children to get a feel for camp without having to go away overnight.
* Kids meet new friends who share their beliefs.
* You don't have to be a church member to attend VBS.
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