IS VBS WORTH IT ?
That question was a title from one of the articles in our Kids Ministry 101 magazine. Over the last several months our Children’s Ministry Team has been asked to do some
soul searching and define what our mission and vision is for our Children’s Department here at FBC. Through prayer and patience we are seeking God’s guidance as we lay a foundation to build upon. One thing God has made clear so far is how we need to get back to the foundation of the church, Jesus.
“Welcome kids, love kids, point kids to Jesus” that’s our motto.
Through every event, lesson and activity that is what our focus needs to be on, Jesus.
Vacation Bible School is one of those events that the entire church should be mobilized. It’s one week out of the year where we come together to reach the community with the gospel while simultaneously providing a unique discipleship experience for the individual child and volunteer. VBS is a ministry tool to reach the next generation and equip them for a future and eternity with Christ. Yes it is hard work, yes it takes many hours to plan out, yes by the end of the week you may feel exhausted, yes you may have to deal with children who test your patience. But guess what? Jesus tells us their souls are worth it.
Over the next month we are asking you to be in prayer over Vacation Bible School. Pray over the hearts of the children who will attend, over the volunteers who will be leading and serving, and organizing and also pray that God gives you guidance as to where you can serve.
There is a job for every church member during VBS. Below are job descriptions for the different areas.
--Prepare and lead 1 hour of Bible study time with your assigned group. Rotate your group through the different stations. Also in charge of room decorations, decorations not mandatory.
Please consider helping us this summer in one of these areas and spread the love of Jesus to the children of our community.
--Becca Allen, VBS Director