Tonight was the first night of four for VBS (Vacation Bible School). This is a community event that is sponsored by the area churches. It is the next four nights M-TH from 5:30 – 8:45. They serve a light supper; have wonderful music and many exciting activities for the kids to take part in while learning about Christ. What could be more fun that that? :)
In previous years, my husband and I have used this time to get some things done. We usually would plan shopping or a household "to do" while the kids were at the event. Last year, I dropped my kids off at the camp and returned to work until 8:30. (How foolish!) In the past, we used the event as free childcare which always left me feeling guilty. I always thought I should help out but never did. Well this year, I was directly approached and asked to help. My time was due so I more than willing agreed!
This year’s theme is based upon a science lab. I am assisting Bonnie in the memory room where we give out the nightly characters. Pictured is the little figurines each student gets each night. They made a key chain tonight in order to keep them all together. They help to remember the learned bible verse for each night.
The kids are broke up into crews. Five crews of kids rotate through and spend 25 minutes in our room learning the bible verse for the day. The time flew by so fast and it is just great to see all the children laughing, smiling and learning about Jesus! And God's children said "Amen"!
Note to kids: Have a fun week at VBS and remember “use your manners”!
