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VBS FAQ
or, Everything you ever wanted to know about Vacation Bible School (but were afraid to ask)

FAQ is Internet jargon for "Frequently Asked Questions." Here are the answers to the questions many parents ask about Calvary Hill's Vacation Bible School (also known as VBS). We hope you find this information helpful!

Q: When is Vacation Bible School?
A: Vacation Bible School usually begins the second SUNDAY in July. VBS Family Night is on Friday.

Q: What time is Vacation Bible School?
A: Vacation Bible School meets Sunday-Friday nights from 6:00- 8:30 p.m.

Q: Why is Calvary Hill's VBS at night?
A: This is a special night session for families who work and whose children are in childcare during the day- this Vacation Bible School is especially for you!

Q: How much does Vacation Bible School cost?
A: Vacation Bible School is FREE to everyone!

Q: My child is on summer break- the last thing he/she wants to do is go to "school."
A: VBS is absoloutely NOT like "School!" VBS is a fun time- we meet in groups by grades, and we do have a time of Bible Study- but we also have crafts, music, games, snacks and a real fun time! It's more like a party than school!

Q: What should my child wear to Vacation Bible School?
A: Dress comfortably. Shorts, jeans, t-shirts are good. Sneakers rather than sandals are preferable, as there is a time for games, some of which involve running and jumping.

SPECIAL NOTE: PLEASE- NO "HEELIES" OR SKATE TYPE SHOES. They are not safe in the building and they scuff non-carpeted surfaces. Kids caught "heeling" anywhere inside the church facilities will have their skate wheels removed from their shoes. We will gladly give you the skate wheels back at the end of the day.

Q: Should my child eat dinner before he/she comes?
A: YES. Although we have a snack time during Vacation Bible School, it is not an adequate substitue for dinner.

Q: Where is the church?
A: Click HERE for a map and directions.

Q: When I get to the church, where do I go?
A: We ask that everyone enter using the Fellowship Hall entrance- this is the second entrance on the North side of the building (not the one with the overhang, but the one with the staircase). This is where everyone will meet before and after VBS every night.

Q: Must I come in every night or can I just drop off my children?
A: We ask that you come in for the beginning of Vacation Bible School on the first night your children attend (Sunday night). At the end of VBS every night, we ask you to come inside and "claim" your children.

Q: Must I come inside to get my children every night? Can't they just come to my car?
A: We understand the inconvenience that parking the car and coming inside can be. We only ask this for the saftey and security of the children. With so many children, and many new to us, we ask that you come inside. If you live in the immediate area around Calvary Hill, and you wish for your children to walk home, we can make special arrangements with you to have them escorted home.

Q: This is great! Are you sure all this is free?
A: Yes! We care about you and your family, and we look forward to getting to know you and your children.

Q: What is the "Missions Offering" I have heard about? Must I give?
A: We do have a Missions Offering during the Worship Rally (where everyone meets during VBS every night). The proceeds from this offering will go to support our MISSIONS: POSSIBLE missions project supporting missionaries to Mexico and Ethopia. The offering is in the form of a "penny rally" where the boys and the girls compete collecting pennies. In no way is anyone required to give, but any gift is appreciated. At our family night, the two penny continers are weighed, and the winner is determined.

Q: How can I sign up?
A: There are several methods to register. Paper registration forms are readily available at the church. We also invite you to register online. Online registration is available by clicking here.

Q: I have more questions!
A: Please feel free to contact us via email, or call the church office at (904) 721-5730. We'd be happy to answer your questions!