Vacation Bible Camps in Green Bay Area: Summer 2016

As a kid when I was growing up in lower Michigan I went to Vacation Bible School–now typically referred to as Vacation Bible Camp–every summer at our church and it was always a fun time. Now that I have my own kids I make it a point for them to attend one Vacation Bible Camp every summer. Depending on our schedule it doesn’t always work out to attend the one at our home church so they have attended VBC at Spring Lake Church, St Mark Lutheran, Pilgrim Lutheran and a couple of different ones in Kentucky (where my parents live) when we are visiting them in the summer. They have had great experiences at all of them and I love that when they go they are learning about the Bible and God, having fun and making new friends. There are many great options in the Green Bay area this summer as you will see listed below (in chronological order).
Also, if you know of a VBC/VBS that I’m missing, please send the info to me at lindy@letsgomommy.com!

 

Faith Lutheran Church

2335 S Webster Avenue | Green Bay, WI 54301
920-435-5524
www.flcgb.com
Theme/Description: “Egypt: Joseph’s Journey from Prison to Palace.” Each day, you can become a part of history as you see what it was like to live in Pharaoh’s empire. You will explore the marketplace shops, visit Joseph (who’s in Pharaoh’s prison…then gets promoted to Pharaoh’s palace!), take part in games, enjoy the lively Bible songs, and sample tasty tidbits as you discover more about how God was with Joseph in good times and bad. These experiences make God’s Word come alive with new meaning for all who participate!
Ages: 3 years old (potty trained) through 6th grade
Dates: June 13-17
Times: 9AM-11:45AM
Cost: FREE
Registration: Registration is now open! Click here to find the registration page.


Our Saviour Lutheran Church

120 South Henry Street | Green Bay, WI 54302
920-468-4065
www.oslc-gb.org
Theme/Description: “Cave Quest: Following Jesus, the Light of the World.” The whole family can come to Our Saviour Lutheran Church at 4:30PM, prior to the start of VBS, to enjoy a family meal. Plus, parents can stay from 6:30-7:30 for a free parenting class if desired!
Ages: 3 years old (potty trained) through 6th grade
Dates: June 20-24
Times: 6PM-8:15PM (with optional free family meal beginning at 4:30 PM–free-will offering only)
Cost: FREE
Registration: Registration is now open! Click here to register.

 

Green Bay Community Church

600 Cardinal Lane | Green Bay, WI 54313
920-434-9225
www.gbcommunitychurch.com
Theme/Description: “Cave Quest: Following Jesus, the Light of the World.” At Cave Quest Vacation Bible School kids will experience God’s Word in surprising and unforgettable ways! Leaders reinforce one simple Bible truth each day to ground kids in the rock-solid foundation of God’s love. A love that takes us through life’s dark times! New this year, Friday will be a family movie night to benefit Feed My Starving Children! Parents and siblings are invited to join us for a wrap of the week at VBS, singing and viewing a family-friendly movie on the 4 big screens in the GBCC gym.
Ages: 4 years old (by June 20th) through entering 5th grade in 2016-2017 school year
Dates: June 20-24
Times: 6PM-8:15PM
Cost: $15 per child
Registration: Registration is now open! Space is limited–register early to guarantee a spot for your child(ren)! Children will not be registered until payment is received. Register here. T-shirt (by June 1), snacks and crafts are included in the registration fee. If interested, music CDs will be available for $6 during Sunday morning services starting May 1 at the Children’s Check-In Center and during the week of VBS while supplies last. It is our desire that cost isn’t a factor in your child’s ability to participate in VBS. If this is an issue, please contact Marcia at marciac@gbcc.me or 920-593-3476 for scholarship information.

 

Destiny Church

418 Destiny Drive | De Pere, WI 54115
920-336-7910
www.destinydepere.org
Theme/Description:
Join us for Kids’ Summer Jam–Surf Shack: Catch the Wave of God’s Amazing Love!
Ages:
4K through 5th grade
Dates:
June 23-25, plus a fun event following the 10:35 AM Performance during the Sunday service on June 26. The “ONE” event will be from 12-3PM with FREE lunch/booyah along with inflatables, games and fun for the whole family! There will be a Motorcycle and Car Show with an Alternative Class (for anything that has a motor).
Times:
6:00PM-8:30PM
Cost:
FREE
Registration: To register, contact Destiny Church at 920-336-7910 or hello@destinydepere.org

Pilgrim Lutheran Church (Green Bay & Suamico)

1731 Agnes Drive | Green Bay, WI 54304
2999 Lakeview Drive | Suamico, WI 54173
Theme/Description: “Ocean Commotion: Diving into Noah’s Flood” for Morning Preschool VBS for kids ages 3 through first grade in 2016-2017 school year. “Start a Fire” for Day Camp for kids entering 2nd-7th grade in the 2016-2017 school year.
1) Morning Preschool VBS
Ages:
3 years old (by 1/1/16 & potty trained) to entering 1st grade in 2016-2017 school year
Dates: June 27-30 (Green Bay location) AND August 1-4 (Suamico location)
Times: 9AM-11:30AM plus optional free lunch 11:30AM-12PM
Cost: FREE (with optional free-will offering during lunch each day from 11:30-12)
Registration: Registration is now open! Find registration form and instructions here.

2) Day Camp
Ages:
Kids entering 2nd-7th grade in 2016-2017 school year
Dates: June 27-30 (Green Bay location) AND August 1-4 (Suamico location)
Times: 9AM-3PM
Cost: $20 per child (includes lunch)
Registration: Registration is now open! Find registration form and instructions here.

New Hope Presbyterian Church

2401 Deckner Avenue | Green Bay, WI 54302
920-468-8565
Theme/Description: “Ocean Commotion: Diving into Noah’s Flood”
Ages: 4-11
Dates: July 11-15
Times: 9AM-12PM
Cost: FREE
Registration: Registration is now open! Register online here.

St. Mark Lutheran Church

2066 Lawrence Drive | De Pere, WI 54115
920-336-2485
Theme/Description: “Rock On!” Kids Camp is a week of stories, music, crafts, snacks, puppets, and fun–all focused on God’s Word. The camp is led by staff members from Camp Phillip and is always a great time for the kids. It is free of charge and all are welcome. Watch for online registration to open in May, and we’ll look forward to seeing you in July!
Ages: For children entering grades 1-6 in 2016-2017 school year
Dates: July 11-15
Times: 9AM-3PM
Cost: FREE
Registration: Look for online registration to open in May on the St Mark website. Register early to guarantee a spot!

Spring Lake Church

2240 Klondike Road | Green Bay, WI 54311
920-983-9090
www.springlakechurch.org
Theme/Description: The Kids Kamp 2016 theme is “iCreate”! The camp will be divided into two groups based on age/grade: Preschool (ages 3-Kindergarten) and 1st-5th graders. Preschoolers will Play, Learn, Sing, Craft & Move. First through fifth graders will Explore, Build, Perform, Invent OR Dance and Cheer. Choose one of these exciting activity groups based on your child’s interests to be a part of this year! More information about each of these groups can be found on the registration page.
Ages: 3 years old (by 5/31/16 & potty trained) through 5th grade in 2016-2017 school year
Dates: July 11-15
Times: 9AM-12PM
Cost: $20 per child
Registration: Registration is now open! Space is limited and it fills up quickly (especially preschool) so register early to guarantee a spot. Register online here. For more details you can call Ellen at 920-983-9090 or email her at Ellen@springlakechurch.org.
 

Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church*

2160 Packerland Drive | Green Bay, WI 54304
920-499-7405
www.beautifulsavior.com

Theme/Description: Join us for a night of fun for the whole family while learning about God! There will be childcare for infants and toddlers. The evening will consist of a light meal (make your own sub) starting at 5:00, music, opening prayer, breakout sessions for adults and kids, crafts, games, ice cream sundaes and closing prayer.
Ages:
All ages 3 & up including parents!!
Dates: July 19
Times: 5PM-7:30PM
Cost: FREE
Registration: Registration is open! To register, call 920-499-7405.

Bethel Baptist Church

1601 Libal Street | Green Bay, WI  54301
920-437-2040
Theme/Description: “Ocean Commotion” by AIG. We have a boatload of excitement planned for your kids as we take a look at Noah and the flood. We will learn about the challenges he faced and how we can stand for God during the challenges in our lives. We will have plenty of fun with music, crafts, snacks, games, Bible teaching and more!
Ages: 4-12
Dates: July 18-22
Times: 9AM-12PM
Cost: FREE, includes T-shirt & CD
Registration: Registration will begin June 1 online or by calling 920-437-2040.

 

Celebration Church

3475 Humboldt Road | Green Bay, WI 54311
920-468-1122
www.celebrationchurch.tv
Theme/Description: “Fine Arts Camp: Walk This Way.” WALK THIS WAY encourages us to follow in the footsteps of the Apostle Paul. When you walk, nothing will slow you down. When you run, you won’t trip and fall. Hold on to my teaching and don’t let it go. Guard it well, because it is your life. Proverbs 4:12-13. Starting at 9AM each day, kids will participate in opening chapel. Following chapel, ages 4-5 begin their rotation of activities for the day. Kids in grades 1-8 will go to the cool classes they have selected during registration. Kids grades 1-8 choose 3 special-interest classes each. (In order to ensure safety, our preschool participants rotate through the hallways at separate times from our school-aged kids.) All participants will come back together for an awesome closing chapel that ends at noon. All Fine Arts Festival students are expected to participate in the Friday evening performance on July 22nd. The program will begin at 6PM followed by an ice cream social and other festivities.
Ages: 4 years old (by 7/31/16) through entering 8th grade in 2016-2017 school year
Dates: July 18-22 plus evening program on July 22 at 6PM for kids and parents
Times: 9AM-12PM
Cost: $35 per child before May 25th; $45 per child after May 25th
Registration: Online registration is now open! Early registration is May 3rd-24th. Regular registration May 25th-July 16th. Register here.

 

First United Presbytarian Church*

605 N Webster Avenue | De Pere, WI 54115
920-336-1446
Theme/Description: “Cave Quest: Following Jesus, the Light of the World.” Each day kids will participate in small groups, called Cave Crews, and discover practical ways to follow Jesus, the light of the world! Not only will they experience exciting Bible adventures but they’ll also watch for God in everyday life through something called God Sightings™. You and your kids will discover that God is active in our lives and that His light shines for us to see it daily! Cave Quest is filled with unforgettable Bible-learning experiences kids will see, hear, touch, and even taste! KidVid Cinema shares real stories of real kids who are shining God’s light in everyday life! Plus, team-building games, cool Bible songs, and tasty treats keep everyone on the move. (NOTE: Sunday’s VBS will take place from 12:30-2 following outdoor worship and lunch which begins at 9:45. Monday through Thursday will be from 9-noon.)
Ages: 3 years old through 6th grade
Dates: July 24-28
Times: 9AM-12PM (Sunday, 7/24 kick-off date will be from 12:30PM-2PM)
Cost: $10 suggested donation per child, with $20 maximum per family
Registration: Registration now open! Register online here. Registration will end on July 17th. Contact Meggan Farwell with any questions at dce@firstunitedpc.org

Hope Lutheran Church

700 S Superior Street | De Pere, WI 54115
920-336-9843
Theme/Description: “Cave Quest: Following Jesus, the Light of the World.” Kids will explore the rock-solid foundation of Jesus’ love. Cave Quest VBS is filled with incredible Bible-learning experiences. Kids see, hear, touch and even taste! Team-building games, cool Bible songs and tasty treats are just a few of the stand-out activities that help faith flow into real life. Plus, we’ll help kids discover how to see evidence of God in everyday life–something we call God Sightings.
Ages: 3 years old (as of 9/1/16 and potty-trained) through 5th grade
Dates: July 24-28
Times: 6PM-8:30PM
Cost: $10 donation per child (includes T-shirt)
Registration: Registration now open! Register by completing this form and returning to Kim Thomson at Hope Lutheran by July 3rd, 2016 or contact Kim at 920-336-9843. *If you register prior to June 1, your family will receive one music CD of Cave Quest songs. CDs will sell for $10.00 each after this date.

 

St John Lutheran Church

1700 Lost Dauphin Road | De Pere, WI 54115
920-336-1082
Theme/Description:“Cave Quest: Following Jesus, the Light of the World.” Kids will rotate between fun workshops with games, snacks and songs in between and learn about the rock-solid foundation of Jesus’ love.
Ages: 3 years old through completed 4th grade
Dates: July 24-28
Times: 6PM-8:10PM
Cost: $25 per child or $75 max per family through July 1st; $30 per child or $90 max per family after July 1st
Registration: Registration will open June 1. Check church website for online registration.

Ascension Lutheran Church*

2911 Libal St | Green Bay, WI 54301
920-336-3561

1) Morning Jr VBS
Theme/Description:
“Cave Quest Jr.”: At Cave Quest Jr. VBS, our youngest campers will explore the rock-solid foundation of Jesus’ love. Cave Quest VBS is filled with incredible Bible-learning experiences where kids see, hear, touch, and even taste! Sciency-Fun Gizmos, team-building games, cool Bible songs, and tasty treats are just a few of the standout activities that help faith flow into real life. Plus, we’ll help kids discover how to see evidence of God in everyday life—something we call God Sightings.
Ages: 3 years old (and potty trained) through going into 1st grade
Dates: July 25-29
Times: 9AM-12PM
Cost: $30 per child or $90 max per family
Registration: Registration is open! Register online here.

2) Day Camp
Theme/Description:
“Crossways Day Camp”: Our older campers will have a blast hanging out, playing games, and learning with our fabulous Crossways counselors. These energetic college-aged youth will lead the older kids through a variety of super fun activities to help them learn about Jesus’ love for us.  In the afternoons, we will have more fun by eating lunch together, playing kickball, going on a field trip to Bay Beach, participating in fun service activities, and getting soaked at WATER DAY!  It will be an unforgettable faith-building experience!
Ages: kids entering 2nd-7th grades
Dates: July 25-29
Times: 9AM-3PM
Cost: $40 per child or $90 max per family
Registration: Registration is open! Register online here.

 

Bethany United Methodist Church*

1110 Echo Lane | Green Bay, WI 54304
920-494-8801
www.bethanygreenbay.org
Theme/Description:“Solomon Builds the Temple Beach Bash”. Join us for Solomon’s temple-building journey with amazing science, exciting storytelling, awesome crafts, cool Bible songs, tasty treats and more!
Ages: 3 & up
Dates: July 30
Times: 9AM-3PM
Cost: FREE
Registration: Registration is open! To register, call 920-494-8801 or email bethanyumc@wisconsinumc.org

Incarnation Lutheran Church, ELCA

2071 Ninth Street | Green Bay, WI 54304
920-499-2011
Theme/Description: Incarnation Lutheran Church welcomes all children ages 3 and up to come to VBS this summer! We are ELCA Lutheran, but it doesn’t matter what church affiliation the children have. We are visited each summer by children from many different churches and backgrounds. We have a fun, friendly staff and parents are welcome to stay for as long as they wish while their child/children gets acquainted with the new setting.
Ages: 3 & up
Dates: August 1-4
Times: 8:30AM-11:30AM
Cost: $10 per child
Registration: Registration is now open! To register, simply call Pastor Mike Ashman at 920-499-2011 OR Linda Snell, VBS coordinator and Sunday School teacher at 920-336-2985 or 920-241-0785.

 

First Presbyterian Church of Green Bay*

200 S Ashland Ave | Green Bay, WI 54303
920-437-8121 (ext. 116)
Theme/Description: The theme is “Living Waters for the World” and the focus will be on learning about the water issues in the countries of Honduras, Haiti and Ghana. Our kick-off will be on Monday, August 1st with an outdoor art project by our own artist, Patcee Bucher. We are planning to have a bounce house along with a trip to Seymour Park to utilize the splash pad. The evening schedule will be as follows: 5-5:30 Registration/Check-in, 5:30-5:50 Light Meal, 5:50-6:15 Opening/Music, 6:15-6:30 Bible Story, 6:30-7:30 Outdoor Activity/Inside Craft, 7:30-8 Snack & Closing.
Ages:
3 & up
Dates: August 1-4
Times: 5PM-8PM
Cost: FREE
Registration: Registration is now open! Register online here or stop by the church and register in person.

Calvary Lutheran Church, ELCA

1301 S Ridge Road | Green Bay, WI 54304
920-494-2431
www.calvarygb.com
Theme/Description:
“Barnyard Roundup.” Our Bible stories will include Jesus the Good Shepherd, Jesus feeds 5,000 people, Jesus’ parable about the Sower, Jesus’ parable about the Prodigal Son and Jesus appearing to Mary in the Garden. There will be songs, games, crafts, snacks, stories and lots more!
Ages: 4 years old (by 9/1/16) through entering 5th grade in 2016-2017 school year
Dates: August 1-5
Times: 9AM-12PM
Cost: $10 per child or $30 max per family (before June 1), $15 per child or $35 max per family (after June 1)
Registration: Registration is now open! Get your registrations in early and save! Early registration deadline is June 1st. Register here.

Grace Lutheran Church*

321 S Madison St | Green Bay, WI 54301
920-432-0308
www.gracegb.org
Theme/Description:
“Surf Shack”: Catch the Wave of God’s Amazing Love! There will be parking lot sand…puppet skits…rockin’ music…midweek water event…tasty treats…personalized sunglasses…crafts galore…beach tote…water bottle…games…group open and close…videos…drama…and much more! Plus a family beach party Friday at 4PM! Friends are welcome. Extended child care also available beginning at 8AM. We will serve breakfast, you send along lunch!
Ages: 3 years old through entering 7th grade in 2016-2017 school year
Dates: August 1-5
Times: 1PM-4PM
Cost: $15 per child or $25 max per family. Scholarships available!
Registration: Registration is now open! Register in the lobby of the church, by calling the church office at 920-432-0308 or by emailing Carrie at education@gracegb.org.

Peace Lutheran Church*

1954 County Rd U | Green Bay, WI 54313
920-865-7595
www.peacelc.org
Theme/Description:
“Cave Quest: Following Jesus, the Light of the World.” Kids will have fun learning about the rock-solid foundation of Jesus’ love.
Ages: 4 years old by 6/1/16 through entering 5th grade in 2016-2017 school year
Dates: August 1-5
Times: 9AM-11:45AM plus 6PM Program on Thursday, 8/4
Cost: Suggested donation of $10 per child or $20 max per family
Registration: Registration is now open! To register, download a registration form here and return it to Peace Lutheran Church ASAP!

St Agnes Parish/Holy Family School*

1484 Ninth Street | Green Bay, WI 54304
920-494-2534
www.stagnesgreenbay.org
Theme/Description:
“Marvelous Mystery: The Mass Comes Alive.” Enjoy fun, games, snacks, crafts and faith!
Ages: entering Kindergarten through entering 6th grade in 2016-2017 school year
Dates: August 1-5
Times: 8:45AM-12PM
Cost: $25 per child
Registration: Registration is now open but closes on July 15th! To register, contact Deborah Gretzinger at 920-494-6450

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church*

2736 Glendale Road | Green Bay, WI 54313
920-434-2148
www.gslcgb.org
Theme/Description:
Join us for “S’Mores ‘N More” as we go Camping with Jesus during this summer’s Vacation Bible School! Camping-themed games, stories, crafts, and more. Invite a friend and join us! NEW THIS YEAR: SUMMER FUN NIGHT on Thursday, Aug 11. ALL AGES are invited to join us Thursday night for supper, a ping pong tournament, other games, a meal-pack service project and then to end the evening an outdoor movie night (planned feature showing: Inside Out).
Ages: All students entering 4K through 6th grade in 2016-2017 school year (for Mon-Wed nights; Thursday night is for EVERYONE, but no need to register additional people for Thur)
Dates: August 8-11
Times: 6PM-8PM
Cost: FREE
Registration: Registration is now open! Early registration ends June 15th. Turn in a paper registration form in the collection box at church or register online here. Contact Tarra with any quesitons (call or text) at 920-639-9739 or email her at tarra_g01@yahoo.com

 

St Paul Lutheran Church

514 S Clay Street | Green Bay, WI 54301
920-435-8468
www.stpaulgreenbay.com

TBD–please check back!

 

PLEASE NOTE: All information is accurate as of original publishing date of post on 5/9/16. Information is subject to change and it is advisable to contact churches directly to confirm information or with any questions. Space is limited at some VBS/VBC programs and they can fill up quickly so early registration is recommended and enrollment may be closed at any time. * Denotes new additions after original publishing date of 5/9/16.
 

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