Vacation Bible School
Summer outreach programs are a highlight of the year for many churches. You’ll find everything you need - from tips to trainings - to help your church plan an incredible VBS or day camp program.
2026 Training Schedule
Thurs, March 5 (7-8:30pm)
FREE WEBINAR
VBS Director’s Confidential (Jan Smith)
Leadership doesn’t have to be lonely. Join this confidential, collaborative huddle to gain practical leadership insights, strengthen team relationships, and find encouragement from fellow VBS directors.
Checking Out Lifeway’s Illumination Station (Sandy Coelho)
Take a guided tour of Lifeway’s Illumination Station. Explore the Bible content, key resources, and practical tips to help leaders and volunteers use the curriculum effectively and engage kids in God’s Word.
Mon, March 16 (7-8:30 pm)
FREE WEBINAR
Shine a Light on Leader Appreciation
(Jan Smith)
Showing appreciation to those who serve in VBS is not only kind—it’s biblical. This session will explore how celebrating your leaders can inspire, motivate, and strengthen your ministry team.
Shine the Light on Follow-Up
VBS doesn’t end on the last day. Learn simple, effective follow-up strategies to connect with families, invite them back, and build lasting gospel impact.
Thurs, March 26 (7-8:30 pm)
FREE WEBINAR
Comprendiendo a los Niños a los que Enseñarás (Carol Santiago)
Cada niño aprende y experimenta la verdad de Dios de maneras únicas. En esta sesión, analizaremos cómo piensan, aprenden y crecen los niños, abordando investigaciones sobre la Generación Alfa, el desarrollo cerebral y la formación de fe. Obtendrás conocimientos prácticos para conectar con los niños en su nivel y ayudarlos a ver a Jesus claramente como la luz de la vida.
2nd Session (Luz Toledo)
To be Announced
Tues, March 10 (7-8:30 pm)
FREE WEBINAR
Engaging the Whole Church in VBS (Sandy Coelho)
Discover practical ways to cast vision and invite every church member to play a meaningful role in VBS—before, during, and after the week.
Steps to an Evangelistic VBS (Renee Hauser)
VBS is a powerful gospel opportunity. Learn how to clearly share the gospel, equip volunteers to be gospel-focused, and create intentional follow-up that connects families to your church.
Thurs, March 19 (7-8:30 pm)
FREE WEBINAR
Help! I’m Short Staffed! (Melva Davidson)
Feeling the volunteer shortage? Get practical ideas, creative solutions, and encouragement for leading VBS when help feels limited.
Leading Well Through Feedback (Sandy Coelho)
VBS is joyful, fast-paced, and highly visible—so feedback is part of the journey. This practical and encouraging webinar helps VBS volunteers respond to criticism with wisdom, grace, and confidence. Through biblical insight and real-life VBS scenarios, you’ll learn how to handle feedback in healthy ways that strengthen teamwork, protect joy, and keep the focus on pointing kids to Jesus.
Sat, March 28 (9 am-1 pm)
IN PERSON
Iglesia Casa de Oracion, Worcester, MA
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Thurs, March 12 (7-8:30 pm)
FREE WEBINAR
Understanding the Kids You’ll Teach
(Carol Santiago)
Gain insight into how today’s kids think, learn, and grow. This session explores Gen Alpha research, brain development, and faith formation to help you connect kids to Jesus as the Light of life.
Effective Ways to Engage All Kids in Learning (Melva Davidson)
Learn practical strategies to equip volunteers to support every child, including those needing extra care, so all kids can engage, learn, and thrive.
Mon, March 23 (7-8:30 pm)
FREE WEBINAR
Sharing the Gospel (Renee Hauser)
Learn how to make the most of everyday VBS moments—Bible study, crafts, games, and snacks—to share the gospel while relying on the Holy Spirit’s guidance.
Discipling on the Go: How to Disciple the Family Who Is Always Moving (Jan Smith)
Discover practical ways to disciple families with full schedules through intentional events and everyday faith-building opportunities.
Sat, April 18 ( 9am-1 pm)
IN PERSON
New Hope Chapel
Plymouth, MA
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VBS Resources
Welcome to your VBS information hub! Check out the sections below for VBS trainings, resources, and handouts. We also have several free VBS kits and supplies available for BCNE churches. Contact John Keough if you are interested in these resources.
Short Takes
Short videos that focus on how you can be a GREAT VBS TEAM MEMBER
VBS Training Webinars
We archive all of our webinars for you to watch at your convenience. Check out some of our recent VBS Webinars below.
More resources
Preparation
Teaching
Follow-up
As your church thinks about events you are having in the months ahead, be sure that making a family connection is on your radar. Join us as we talk to a family pastor about some important things to be on your agenda as you plan your events.
Click here to download the resource sheet!
As your church thinks about events you are having in the months ahead, be sure that making a family connection is on your radar. Join us as we talk to a family pastor about some important things to be on your agenda as you plan your events.
Click here to download the resource sheet!