VBS & TEEN BLAST

*For the TEEN BLAST information, scroll down as it is on the last half of this page.

VBS: *Ages 5 – 12  *JULY 31 – AUGUST 3  *9 am – Noon

THEME:  LEGOS “CONNECT WITH JESUS”

EMPHASIS: We will be helping the children understand that we all need God in this life.  In order to obey parents and make good choices and have good character, we need God’s help.  Using a LEGO theme, we will enjoy demonstrating through skits and Bible lessons and Scripture memory the ways to Connect with Jesus, Praying, and Church attendance, and Good friends.  Most importantly, we will share how Jesus loves each and every one of them and how HE paid our sin debt for us.  

We make it our mission to help the kids HAVE FUN while learning!  

• The songs are lively and teach the message of our theme as well.
• The Bible Memory time is made fun by means of MEMORY GAMES.  Every child is helped to be able to memorize the verse of the day.
• BIBLE TIME in the VBS is taught by Pastor Kaighen who is very good with children.
• Pastor will use object lessons & puppets while teaching clear Bible stories that proclaim the truth of Jesus and His Word. (For a sample of his teaching to children, Check out the YouTube channel for Papa Kaighen’s Bible Time)

We will have singing, classroom time, outdoor games time, toy store, and chapel time. 

• REGISTRATION TABLES will be outside for you to REGISTER your children.  If you could send us an email in advance to let us know that you plan to bring your children, that would be so helpful.  Send your email through the CONTACT US page.
• OR, You may call and leave a message by calling: 816-380-2850

Please include the following information:

• Your contact phone number & any emergency phone numbers
• Your name, the parent or guardian
• The child’s/ children’s names and ages
• Any allergies that we need to be aware of
• And if you would like the bus to give them a ride  – IT IS FREE!

• The GRAND FINALE VBS CELEBRATION ‘PARENT NIGHT’ – will be THURSDAY, AUGUST 3rd.  
• Please plan to attend to see your children’s accomplishments through the VBS.
• All adults and teens attending this special evening will receive vouchers for FREE cotton candy, sno cones, & popcorn.
• Door prizes will be given that night as well.

THE FOLLOWING IS A DESCRIPTION OF WHAT A DAY OF VBS LOOKS LIKE.

• Children, ages 5-12, sign in at the registration tables each morning and then
• Line up to be ready for Marching In
• Opening assembly includes:
  • Pledges to the American Flag, the Christian Flag, and the Bible
  • Skit
  • Fun Songs
  • Penny Offering Contest
  • Recognizing of Visitors
• BIBLE TIME with Pastor
• Bible Memory Time in separate classes with great teachers!
• Outdoor Carnival Games
  • Big Inflatable Slide
  • Obstacle Course Competition
  • Coloring Page Competition
  • Lots of fun games
  • Candy Jar Guessing
  • Candy Shop
  • Toy Shop
  • Extra Bonus Verse Memory Place
• CLOSING ASSEMBLY
  • Fun Songs
  • Another Skit!
  • Recognition of WINNERS of the competitions
  • Announcements
  • More fun songs!

The children are given many opportunities to EARN TICKETS that serve as “money” in the Candy Shop, Toy Shop, and Carnival Games.  PLEASE provide a bag of some kind for your child to keep their “tickets” and Bible in during the VBS.  

The different ways to EARN TICKETS are as follows:

• Attendance
• Bring a Bible (preferably, not the family keepsake… in case it would be misplaced)
• Bring a visiting friend (this is worth even more!)
• Quote the Bible Verse of the day
• Quote more Bible Verses that are provided on paper as Bonus Verses (These are also worth even more!)

For certain, every child is a WINNER if they attend this VBS!  

They will have been blessed to hide God’s Word in their heart!

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TEEN BLAST:  *7^th – 12^th grade  *JULY 31 – AUGUST 2   *6 – 9 pm

Teens will be divided into 2 teams for competitive, sports-like games as well as “minute-to-win-it” games.

To challenge the students spiritually, there will be Scripture Memorization and Preaching from the Bible.

We will provide food at the end of each evening. 

Parents or guardians will need to sign a ‘release’ form in order for their teen/teens to attend as we will be giving them a bus ride to the city park for some of the outdoor activities.  Those will be available at the REGISTRATION TABLES outside.

• If you could send us an email in advance to let us know that you plan to bring your teens, that would be so helpful.  Send your email through the CONTACT US page.
• OR, You may call and leave a message by calling: 816-380-2850

Please include the following information:

• Your contact phone number & any emergency phone numbers
• Your name, the parent or guardian
• The teen’s/ teens’ names and ages
• Any allergies that we need to be aware of

We make it our mission to help the teens HAVE FUN while learning!  

• TEEN BLAST in the evenings provides energetic competition in outdoor games
• TEEN BLAST indoor competition continues with involved singing!
• TEEN BLAST PREACHING will be done by a young, vibrant, energetic preacher who has a great heart for God’s Word and for young people.

The teens will be in two teams.  Each team will earn points while being involved in the:

• Outdoor game competition between the 2 teams
• Indoor game competition
• Memorizing & Quoting Scriptures
• Singing with enthusiasm
• Bringing friends, as visitors!

GREAT PRIZES WILL BE AWARDED ON THE FINAL NIGHT, AUGUST 2nd, FOR THOSE WHO PUT FORTH THE MOST EFFORT.