First United Methodist
The First United Methodist Church all family Vacation Bible School, “Christians Under Construction,” will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday through Wednesday. On Sunday, meet at the Jones Aquatic Center (admission, $1); Monday, meet at Peter Pan Park for fishing; Tuesday, Peter Pan Park for Animal Adventures; and Wednesday, Peter Pan Park for a cookout and “creative construction.” For more information, call Cindy Kienholz, 342-6186.
Lebo Baptist
The Lebo Baptist Church Vacation Bible School for the entire family, a waterpark adventure, “Take and the Plunge and Make a Splash with Jesus!” will be from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday. Participants will take the Plunge at Raise the Reef Praises, the Snack Shack, Craft-Away Cove, Oceans of Motion and Bibleland Bay. On Friday, July 13, there will be a program and meal for the families. For more information or to register, call Pastor Bill at (620) 256-6416 or VBS coordinator Leanna Carman at (620) 256-6067.
Americus United
Methodist
Vacation Bible School will begin at 6:30 p.m. Sunday and continue through Friday.
Twelfth Avenue Baptist — Centro Cristiano
Bilingual Vacation Bible School is being offered for all children, especially those 5-12, and families from 6:30 to 8:45 p.m. Monday through Thursday at Las Casitas Park. There will be fun games, crafts, music, snacks and Bible stories. On Thursday, July 12, there will be an event for the whole family to attend. In case of rain, the VBS will be moved to the church. For more information and to register, call Sharae Crouch, 343-6786 (English speaking) or Marvin Nance, 343-6188 (bilingual).
Faith Lutheran
Faith Lutheran Church Vacation Bible School for children from the age of 3 through 6th grade, “Quest for Truth — Jesus, The Way, The Truth, The Life,” will be from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Sunday through Friday. They will explore Bible stories, “uncover new evidence,” do fun activities, sing songs, make crafts, play energetic games, eat creative snacks and more! For more information and to register, call 342-3590.
Grace United Methodist
Grace United Methodist Church Vacation Bible School will be from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. The children will experience the ways Bible people lived in Bethlehem. Call 342-2240.
First Church of the
Nazarene
The First Church of the Nazarene Vacation Bible School, “Tumbleweed Gulch — Where God’s Love Changes Everything,” will be held from Monday through Friday. Call 342-2858.
Madison First Christian, Presbyterian
and United Methodist
Madison churches will have Vacation Bible School, “Great Bible Reef,” for those preschool age through those just completing sixth grade beginning at 6:30 p.m. July 13 at the First Christian Church until 8 a.m. July 14. Younger children will be dismissed at 9 p.m. July 13. There will be stories about Jesus, crafts, reef tunes and games. To register, call Lisa Kile at (620) 437-2399 or Karen McIlvain at(620) 437-6786.
First Christian
“Quest for Truth — Jesus: The Way, the Truth, the Life” is the theme for VBS at First Christian Church. VBS will be from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. July 15 through 19 and will feature supper, Bible stories, crafts, games, songs and treats for children from age 3 through adults. Registration forms are available at the church. For more information, call the church office at 342-1582.
Lebo United Methodist
Lebo United Methodist Church Vacation Bible School, “Lift Off! Soaring New Heights with God,” will from 6 to 8:30 p.m. July 15-20. The children, “Sky Scouts,” will have a different “flight plan” each day. To register or for more information, call (620) 256-6485. Registration forms are available at the church or at Allegre’s in Lebo.
First Baptist
First Baptist Church Vacation Bible School, “Adventure of the Treasure Seekers: Exploring God’s Promises,” will be from 6 to 8 p.m. July 16-20 at HIS Place, 801 Constitution St. There will be daily “Discovery Digs” for children to explore the Scriptures and “find God’s promises.” This program offers fun, interactive activities that combine the world of archaeology with the discovery of treasure in the Bible. Children will take part in an actual dig and find treasures that remind them of the Bible story and God’s promise for that day. Children also will be involved in local mission projects, sing Treasure Seekers tunes, create some memorable crafts and make new friends. For more information, call 343-3112.
Lamont Wesleyan
Lamont Wesleyan Church Vacation Bible School, “Avalanche Ranch — A Wild Ride Through God’s Word,” will be held from July 16-20. For more information, call Gena Ott at (620) 437-2458 or e-mail at ottg@madtel.net.
First Congregational
The First Congregational Church Vacation Bible School, “Galilee-By-The-Sea!” for children from four years old to adult will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. July 23-27. Participants will enjoy authentic Bible--times crafts, experience “thrilling real-life dramas,” play traditional Bible -times games, sample Middle Eastern snacks and hear unforgettable music. For more information or to register, call 342-6854.
Life Church
Life Church Vacation Bible School, Mega Sports Camp, for children from three years old to sixth grade, will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. July 23-27at the church, 1801 Graphic Arts Road. Children three and four will learn T-ball and children five years old through sixth grade can choose between softball and soccer. The group will also sing songs, eat snacks and hear stories about God’s love. Friday night is for the entire family with hot dogs, games, songs and stories and an awards ceremony. For more information or to register, call 342-8620.
Hartford Christian
Hartford Christian Church Vacation Bible School, “Avalanche Ranch,” will be from 6 to 8:30 p.m. July 23 through July 27, with a closing program at 6 p.m. July 29. All children, pre-school through junior high school, are welcome to attend.
First Church of God
The First Church of God, 133 N.W. Mayes, in Melvern will have Vacation Bible School for children from 5 to 12 years from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. July 23 to July 27. Children will learn about the “Wave of God’s Love” through participation in “water theme park attractions.” For more information and to register, call Christine Smith at (785) 549-3520 or Audrey Cop at (785) 549-3657
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