Why VBS Matters

Vacation Bible School has got to be one of the most familiar, participated in, and long- running programs in the church.  Adult members of all ages remember their own VBS experiences and many have helped lead countless sessions of this summer staple. 

I told you last week that 15% or more of American churches have held their last VBS in the past decade, the old program falling victim to our busy life-styles and glitzy competition from all sorts of summer camps and seminars for our on-their-way-to-unimagined-success kids. 

VBS remains a strong program at LPC, and I pray that it remains strong as it swims against the cultural currents.  So, why does VBS matter? Continue Reading »