Vacation Bible School
June 22-26, 2026
Children are not the church of tomorrow
— they are part of the church today.
Why it matters
At Hope Lutheran Church, Vacation Bible School is more than a fun summer event. It’s one of the ways we share the love of Jesus with children and families in our community.
Through Bible stories, music, games, crafts, and hands-on activities, kids experience Christ-centered joy while building friendships in a safe, welcoming environment.
Many families take their first step into church life through VBS, and those moments often grow into lasting faith, friendships, and belonging.
Fast Facts
- Day Time Session: 8:30 AM - 12 PM
- Evening Session: 5:30 - 7:30 PM
- Special Needs Session: 5:30-6:30 PM
- Participant Ages: 4 years (potty trained) – Rising 5th Grade
- Special Needs Ages: Under 18 to 4 years
- Volunteer Ages: Rising 6th grade through adults
Registration
What to Expect at VBS
Theme Days
| Day of the Week | Dress Up Theme | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | Red White & Blue | Kick off the week in patriotic style. Wear your favorite red, white, and blue. |
| Tuesday | Tourist Tuesday | Break out your best tourist gear. Hawaiian shirts, sunglasses, cameras, fanny packs, socks with sandals… the more “tourist,” the better. |
| Wednesday | Jersey Day | Wear a jersey from your favorite USA sports team. Any sport counts! |
| Thursday | Crazy Hair Day | The wilder the hair, the better. Just make sure hair is completely dry before arriving — hair chalk can get very messy on wet hair. |
| Friday | VBS Shirt Day | Wear your VBS shirt and celebrate the final day of the week together. Shirts can be purchased during registration (price coming soon). |
Session Details
Daytime Participants
Dates: June 22–26, 2026
Who Can Attend:
- Children ages 4 years old (by August 31, 2026 and potty-trained)
- Through rising 5th grade
Session Time:
- 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Cost:
- Hope's VBs is Free
- Donations are appreciated
- The VBS budget averages about $30 per child
Registration Opens:
- April 1, 2026
Evening Participants
Dates: June 22–26, 2026
Who Can Attend:
- Children ages 4 years old (by August 31, 2026 and potty-trained)
- Through rising 5th grade
Session Time:
- 5:30PM – 7:30 PM
Cost:
- Hope's VBs is Free
- Donations are appreciated
- The VBS budget averages about $30 per child
Registration Opens:
- April 1, 2026
Special Needs
We are excited to welcome children and youth with special needs to Evening VBS.
Dates:
- June 22–26, 2026
Who Can Attend:
- Participants under age 18
Session Time:
- Evening session 5:30-6:30Pm
Important Information:
- An adult caregiver or support person must stay during the session
- Volunteers are not able to provide one-on-one care
- Our goal is to create a safe, welcoming, and engaging experience for everyone
If you would like to talk through specific needs ahead of time, please reach out through the contact form below so we can plan together.
Volunteering
We welcome volunteers to help make VBS possible. Whether you enjoy working directly with kids or helping behind the scenes, there is a place for everyone.
Who Can Serve
Students who have completed 5th grade through adults
Background Checks
- Required for volunteers age 18 and older
Volunteer Registration Opens
- April 1, 2026
Volunteer Training
- June 6, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Volunteer Schedule
Daytime VBS
- 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Evening VBS
- 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Childcare is available for children under age 4 when a parent or guardian volunteers the full week. Childcare registration happens during volunteer sign-up.
VBS Mission Project
Tri-Area Birthday Packs
During VBS this year, kids and families will help collect supplies for Tri-Area Birthday Packs, a local ministry that provides birthday celebrations for children whose families may not otherwise be able to celebrate.
Birthdays are a big deal for kids, and something as simple as cake mix, candles, and decorations can make a child feel seen, celebrated, and loved.
Throughout the week, VBS families will have the opportunity to bring in items that will be used to create birthday kits for local families. Together we can help make sure more children in our community get to experience the joy of a birthday celebration.
| Day of the Week | Supply to Bring |
|---|---|
| Monday | 9x13 Foil Pans |
| Tuesday | Box of Cake Mix |
| Wednesday | Container Icing |
| Thursday | Small Bag of Balloons |
| Friday | Birthday Candles |
Kids can also bring a cash donation instead.
Volunteer Prep & Work Days
VBS starts long before the first child arrives, and we need helping hands to help bring it all together.
Volunteer Prep & Work Days are a time for our church family to gather, prepare supplies, decorate spaces, organize materials, and get everything ready for an amazing week of VBS. Whether you can help for a short time or stay for the whole work session, every bit of help makes a difference.
No special skills are needed—just a willingness to pitch in and have a little fun while we prepare for VBS.
Ways You Might Help
- Preparing craft materials
- Making Decorations
- Decorating rooms and hallways
- Organizing supplies
- Printing and sorting materials
- General setup for the week
Work Days
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Coming Soon |
Support VBS
Because of the generosity of our church family and community, Vacation Bible School at Hope is able to welcome hundreds of children each summer for a week filled with faith, joy, and connection.
Every craft, snack, game, decoration, and activity helps create a space where kids can hear God’s Word, build friendships, and experience the love of Jesus in a meaningful way.
There are several ways you can help make VBS possible. Whether through financial gifts, donated supplies, or simple everyday items we can reuse creatively, your generosity helps bring this week to life for more than 500 children and volunteers.
VBS Giving
VBS GivingFinancial gifts help support the many parts of VBS that make the week meaningful for kids.
Donations help provide things like craft supplies, snacks, decorations, music resources, activity materials, and more. Our estimated cost is about $30 per child, and your generosity helps ensure that every child can participate regardless of their family’s ability to pay.
Every gift—large or small—helps create a welcoming, joyful environment where children can learn about Jesus and grow in faith.
Snack Donations
Snacks are an important part of the VBS experience. They give kids time to pause, connect with their group, and recharge before the next activity.
Each year, generous donations from our church family help make it possible to provide snacks for hundreds of children and volunteers throughout the week.
A snack donation list will be shared soon with opportunities to sign up and bring specific items.
Recyclable Materials
Some of the most creative parts of VBS come from items that might otherwise be thrown away.
Recycled materials are used for crafts, decorations, and hands-on activities throughout the week. What might look like everyday household items can become something special in the hands of our creative volunteers.
If you have materials that could be repurposed for VBS, we would love to hear from you. A full list of requested items will be shared soon.