We wanted to hear about VBS from those who participate - our kids! As you can see, VBS is not only tons of fun, but it also opens their eyes to what the Lord is doing in their own hearts and around the world.
We wanted to hear about VBS from those who participate - our kids! As you can see, VBS is not only tons of fun, but it also opens their eyes to what the Lord is doing in their own hearts and around the world.
Grayson:
My name is Grayson and I am in 6th grade. I like to hunt, fish, shoot and play football. My parents are Chandler and Becca and I have a sister Bryce, along with two wonderful dogs and eight chickens.
I have been going to MCC for 11 years and it is a great church. I have been going to VBS for five years now and it is really fun. I also have helped set up the rooms to get ready for VBS.
I have never had a favorite theme but they were all great. I really like having games in the morning and a lesson.
I learned that God never leaves us and always forgives us. I have also invited friends to VBS. VBS is a great way to come closer to God and get new friendships.
Ava:
I’m Ava and I'm in third grade. My parents are Nathan and Shannon and my siblings are Cache and Hannah. We’ve been going to MCC since I was about two years old. I like hanging out with my cat for fun.
I’ve been going to VBS since I was two and I've helped with several of the workdays.
Probably my favorite VBS theme was the beach. I really liked the beach balls and the music.
I like that Olena and I became friends through VBS. My favorite part of a typical VBS morning is crafts.
My parents already taught me a lot about the stuff we go through at VBS, but it’s fun to do it with friends.
One thing I really like is that it’s fun seeing all the witnesses who have been doing missions and to see how our church affects other people in the world.
Molly:
My name is Molly and I'm in 9th grade. I am the fifth of six kids with three older brothers and an older sister and a little brother. I've been going to MCC with my family since I was born. My parents came to MCC when my older brother Colton was little. I enjoy playing my guitar with my siblings.
I started going to VBS in preschool. Every summer all my siblings and I would be at VBS from 8-12, either participating or helping. My mom did the music for a few years and my older siblings helped. I started helping with VBS my 6th grade year, which was four years ago. I have also helped with the work days.
My favorite theme was probably the Romans theme. I think that was my 4th or 5th grade year.
I have made many good friends through VBS and VBS has also strengthened my friendships.
My favorite part of a typical VBS morning is checking kids in. They are always excited to start and that is very sweet to see.
Through VBS I have learned that God values children and loves them, and wants to teach them about Himself.
One thing I would like the church to know about VBS is that it's a very important part of every kid's childhood. VBS is one of the best ministries for kids. VBS shows little kids things about God that another ministry can’t. Little kids see not just adults helping with VBS, but teenagers helping. It shows them that this isn’t just a faith that’s for your parents; it’s a faith that is for you and that the people at VBS are here to show you God's love. God became more real to me through VBS and it showed that it wasn’t just a thing I believe when I’m older. I learned that God wants a relationship with me and loves me. God can use something as small as a little church in the mountains having a VBS to bring little kids to Christ.
