VBS 2017
One Woman's Vision Becomes a Movement
I was recently asked how Vacation Bible School started. It is a great story worth telling again. The following is an excerpt from New Horizons in Vacation Bible School, a 1993 publication of Convention Press, compiled by Willie R. Beaty, and previously printed in a May 3, 2011 post. “Initially, it was a plan of a…
Planning Family Night Now? Seriously?
September may seem a little early to begin planning your VBS17 Family Night or VBS Celebration, however it is not too early to start thinking about what you hope is accomplished as a result of the night. While the evening is certainly an opportunity to celebrate the week and introduce parents to the VBS experience,…
We No Longer Have VBS…
10 Tips from Top Christian Educators
I recently attended a workshop led by some of the top Christian educators in the Nation – Bruce Raley, Alan Taylor, Eric Geiger, Jeff Young, and Alan Raughton. Here are a few of my take-a-ways: We never create momentum just by fixing problems. Take advantage of the blessings and try to move them along further….
20 Ways Your VBS Says Guests Not Welcome
Fail to put date, time, location, and contact information on all publicity. Don’t reach out to families who have not attended church in a while. Fail to clearly identify the parking lot and building entrances guests are expected to use. Fail to have someone personally greet guests and escort them to their rooms. Don’t act…