Get inspired for a Summer church outreach event with these Vacation Bible school ideas.
No matter if the church is hosting an entire week of Vacation Bible school, or a weekend church camp, these VBS decorations and activities may help in the planning.
There are so many Vacation Bible school themes for 2025 and 2026.
A lot will depend on the church budget, you can do a whole week of Vacation Bible school during the day, evening, and also a weekend event.
In addition, almost all these church Children’s Ministry are suitable for any weekend class, Summer Bible School, as well as, a Bible camp trip.
Church Carnival Decorating Kit
Bible School Fun
Photo by: U.S. Army Garrison Humphreys.
VBS Psalm 23 Activities and Craft Ideas
Emerald Crossing VBS Coloring Page Printable
Bring Psalm 23 to life with this Emerald Crossing–themed Christian coloring page designed especially for kids!
VBS Psalm Lord is my Shepherd Bundle Printable
The Lord is my Shepherd Psalm 23 activity pack for kids includes the following:
Coloring flip book, banner, bookmark, coloring cube, and a coloring page.
The flip book contains 5 pages to create an 8-page booklet.
Psalm 23 VBS Picture Frame Craft Printable
This printable Jesus Loves Me picture frame coloring craft is a fun and easy craft do for an Emerald Crossing VBS activity.
Also, find more Psalm 23 ideas on the Bible Study Tools for Kids page.
In addition, find Bible Camp Themes on this page!
Shine With Jesus VBS Crafts
Jesus Light of the World Printable VBS Lantern Craft
This 3D printable coloring Christian lantern craft set can be used for an Illumination Station activity.
Each lantern has a message like: Let Your Light Shine and Jesus is the Light of the World.
Once the lantern is completed, add a plastic LED tealight candle inside the paper candle and make it glow!
Be the Light VBS Picture Frame Craft Printable
This Shine a Light on Jesus coloring picture frame will be a an easy craft for children to complete during an Illumination Station VBS activity time.
Vacation Bible School Ideas and Prizes
Generic VBS Certificate of Completion Printable
Christian Carnival Handout Kit for 48
Prize bundle for Vacation Bible School and any Church Carnival during the year. This bundle of Christian Carnival prizes for kids include: flying discs, party blowouts, bracelets, stickers, as well as, gift bags.
In addition, find more Vacation Bible School resources on this page!
Christian Superhero Giveaways and Prizes
Bible School Class Photo
Photo by First Baptist Nashville.
In addition, find so many more Sunday School Awards on this page!