Summer Ministry Ideas to Revitalize Your Church

This spring and summer, engage with those in your church and community in new ways.

Refresh Your Church’s VBS 

Consider rejuvenating your vacation Bible school plans with these ideas:

Scheduling

Most VBS programs run in the morning for four or five consecutive days. However, churches need not be bound by this time schedule. For example, Greenwood Church of the Nazarene (Facebook.com/GreenwoodNaz) in Greenwood, Arkansas, has held VBS in the evenings for years. Volunteers don’t have to take time off from their jobs to help, and in the evening temperatures are cooler.

Training

Jesus sent out his disciples in pairs, so why not use this approach when recruiting and training VBS volunteers? Partner a seasoned volunteer with one who is new to the program not only to cross-train on VBS responsibilities, but also to foster a new connection.

Offering 

Many VBS programs include optional giving opportunities for the kids to support missions. Connect the children at your church with an organization that helps kids in another country, and ensure the funds collected support it.