Vacation Bible School

Vacation Bible School Articles

VBS Update: Roar!

BuildFaith Editors

VBS reviews are foundational to the work we do at Lifelong Learning at VTS. It was brought to our attention that our review of Group, Publishing’s Roar! VBS was agregiously incomplete. Please accept our apologies. We are committed to doing better.

VBS Summer of Service

Polly Redd

Older elementary and middle schoolers often feel left out of summer service projects. This VBS connects church to community with scripture and service.

The Best VBS Programs of 2019

BuildFaith Editors

Top publisher picks and full reviews for 2019 Vacation Bible School!

VBS 2019: Reviews Are In!

BuildFaith Editors

2019 VBS review booklet is available! Updated annually, we review brand new curricula & old favorites on the basis of theology, age-appropriateness & fun.

The Best VBS Programs of 2018

Center for the Ministry of Teaching

Each year the Center for the Ministry of Teaching compiles reviews on VBS programs for the current year. We believe that Vacation Bible School helps churches spread the Good News of God in Christ, and that VBS is a powerful intergenerational program.

This Summer We Took VBS “On Location”

Vicky Koch

One church revisions VBS into community outings where parents can meet one another and bring crafts and faith formation home.

Webinar: Planning for VBS (recording & resources)

BuildFaith Editors

Join the CMT for a free webinar on VBS. Goals/objectives of VBS, practical tips for running a successful program. Panelists Lisa Brown and Emily Given.

The Reviews are in: The Best VBS Programs for 2017!

BuildFaith Editors

2017 VBS reviews, new programs and recaps of perennial resources including CMT’s Top Picks, five programs we found stood out from the rest. We believe VBS can be a powerful tool for evangelism for your church. Be sure to select a program that mirrors the mission and theology of your church and community.