VBS Handbook 2011

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Before VBS 7 Days before VBS: Pray for our

pastor and VBS director. Pray that God will give wisdom in final

planning. Pray for the safety and

health of participants, workers, and their families.

6 Days before VBS: Pray for the

spiritual preparation of all workers. 5 Days before VBS: Pray that God will

protect the church facilities and

mechanical systems. Pray for good weather.


unchurched families who will attend VBS. Pray that God will help them

find love and acceptance at our

church.

3 Days before VBS: Pray for a clear

presentation of Jesus Christ to all age

groups. Pray that the Holy Spirit will prepare the hearts of every person

who attends our VBS.

2 Days before VBS: Pray that leaders will be filled with joy and

enthusiasm.

1 Day before VBS: Pray for all leaders, final lesson planning, room

preparation, and smooth preparation

at home for a busy week.

During VBS Day 1 of VBS: today is the day! Pray

for all workers as they deal with fast

paced schedules, learning new names, and unexpected events. Ask God to

give them strength and flexibility.

Day 2 of VBS: Pray for increased attendance and transformed lives.

Pray that all participants will

experience God’s presence today.

Day 3 of VBS: Pray for joy and

enthusiasm for all workers. Pray for

each person attending VBS and their families.

Day 4 of VBS: Today, “The ABCs of

Becoming a Christian” will be presented to children. Pray for the

moving of the Holy Spirit, for

Brother Morgan as he presents the Gospel, those who will hear, and the

decision counselors.

Day 5 of VBS: Pray that leaders will be sensitive to those who still need to

respond to the Gospel. Pray for

children as they continue learning about living with Christian character.

Pray for Commencement Night activities and that unchurched

families will come and feel welcome.

After VBS Pray for rest and relaxation for all VBS workers. Pray for the openness of parents as

follow-up contacts are made during Outreach on July 6. Pray that our church will begin to help meet needs discovered during VBS. Pray that what was learned during VBS will make a difference in the lives of those who

participated. Pray that VBS prospects and their families will come to Sunday School and worship. Pray that people who have accepted Christ as Savior can be brought into the fellowship

of our church (or another church) and begin growing in Christlikeness. Pray that people who worked in VBS will sense God’s pleasure and satisfaction with

their efforts. Give thanks for an awesome week.

3...2...1...COUNTDOWN

Everyone can pray

BEFORE, DURING AND AFTER VBS!

PRAYER GUIDE

First Baptist Church of McAllen

1200 Beech Ave.

McAllen, TX 78501

956-686-7418

fbcmcallen.com

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Purpose 3

Minis ter ia l Sta f f 4

“Ci ty Ta lk ” Termino logy 5

Bib le Lesson Plans 6

Motto / Key Verse 8

Stat is t ics and Goals 9

Meet ings / Workdays 10

Dai ly Schedule 11

Dai ly Broadway Shows - Alternate Schedules 12

Skyscraper V iew - Ground Plan 14

Room Assignments 15

Church Map 16

Parade L ine up 18

Parade March 19

Times Square Seat ing Arrangements 20

Worship Ral ly Program 21

Exi t ing Times Square 22

Mission Compet i t ions 23

VBS Drama / Commerc ia ls 24

Lunch - NYC Street Food 25

Fol lowing the Rules 26

Commencement Night 30

Bus Route 31

Prayer Guide 32

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BUS ROUTE

Route Locations Address City Arrive Depart

Orange Charlene Apartments 1400 Pecan Mc 7:30 7:35

Orange Memorial High Apts. 501 E Jasmine Ave. Mc 7:40 7:45

Orange Valley View Apts. 602 E Ebony Mc 7:48 7:53

Orange Centro Cristiano Church 614 W Hawk Pharr 8:02 8:05

Orange Sunset Terrace 800 E Egly Pharr 8:05 8:10

Orange Sugar Rd & Palm Dr. Apts. Neighborhood Apts. Pharr 8:13 8:15

Orange Memorial Civic Center Kelly St & S Palm Dr. Pharr 8:15 8:17

Orange Jorsay Apts. 300 S "G" & Dallas Mc 8:18 8:20

Blue Retama Village 900 N 26th St. Mc 7:30 7:35

Blue Alvarez Elementary Gumwood & 27th and 1/2 Mc 7:38 7:45

Blue Casa Grande Apts. Ivy & 27th Mc 7:48 7:53

Blue McAllen Manor 2215 Quince (near 23rd St.) Mc 8:00 8:05

Blue El Camino Real Apts 1600 Tamarack Mc 8:10 8:15

Green Trailer Park & Apts from Lunds to Ebony on 28th St Mc 7:30 7:35

Green Garden Inn 30th St. & Business 83 Mc 7:36 7:45

Green Westway Mobile Park South Ware Road Mc 7:50 7:55

Green Taylor Christian School Jackson Ave. & S 21st St. Mc 8:05 8:10

Yellow Uvalde Trailer Park Ware Rd & Uvalde St. Mc 7:30 7:35

Yellow Palmview Apts. S Ware Road & Yuma Ave. Mc 7:40 7:45

Yellow Apts. On Jordan Jordan & 27th - 29th Mc 7:45 7:48

Yellow Bonham Elementary Jordan & 23rd St Mc 7:50 7:55

Yellow Balboa Church S 22nd St & Balboa St. Mc 8:05 8:10

Red Nolana Apts. 1200 Nolana Mc 7:30 7:35

Red Hidden Orchid Apts. 4712 N 12th St. & Violet Mc 7:40 7:45

Red McAuliffe Elementary 3000 Daffodil Ave. Mc 7:50 7:55

Red Apts. On 29th Street 29th St - 31 St. from Highland to

Daffodil Mc 8:00 8:10

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C o m m e n c e m e n t N I G H T S u n d ay, J u n e 2 6

World’s LARGEST Banana Split! After the Commencement Service

in the GYM

5:30 pm Parade Line up in the GYM

5:30 pm Open Seating in the AUDITORIUM

Ushers pass out programs

Bible and Flag Bearers Report

6:00 pm Parade into the AUDITORIUM

7:00 pm ··············· World’s Largest Banana Split and

Prize Drawings in the GYM

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Our Vacation Bible School is a fun-filled

spiritual adventure for “city tourists” that

provides concentrated Bible study and

encourages real life application.

The goal of Vacation Bible School is to

reach people of all ages, leading them to

know and respond to Jesus Christ as their

Lord and Savior.

VBS is a wise investment of our time and

resources.

WHY DO VACATION

BIBLE SCHOOL?

Dr. Morgan J. Browning

First Baptist Church of McAllen | Education Department

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MINISTERIAL STAFFMINISTERIAL STAFF

The Ministerial Staff is very thankful to the 160+ volunteers it

takes to have a great VBS. God bless you!

Park Activities Director

Morgan Browning

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Vacation Bible School should be a pleasant experience for all

children. Therefore a disruptive or rude child should be dealt with in a loving and caring manner. If you need assistance, please consult your DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR. If the problem persists, the child should be taken

to the VBS RECORDS OFFICE where a VBS staff person will pray and counsel with the child. Hopefully, this will resolve

our problem and the parents will not have to be contacted.

A nurse will be available during VBS to handle accidents,

bruises, scratches and illnesses. Please take the child to the VBS RECORDS OFFICE for attention.

Every child receives 2 cookies

Refills are available on drinks after your group has been served.

Throw away your cups and napkins in the trash can.

No running in the snack area.

If you know someone who has a food allergy, please inform your class leader.

ACCIDENTS

DISCIPLINE

COKE WAGON

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1) In your VBS teachers guide you will find a list of supplies necessary to teach your lessons.

2) Please include other items you will need on your list.

3) As you know, we have the RESOURCE ROOM and the CHILDREN’S DIRECTOR’S OFFICE where supplies are kept. Check with ALENE HART, SHANNON MCCOY, or MORGAN BROWNING if you do not find what you need.

4) We can advertise in the church publications to try to secure items not on hand.

5) Please submit your final VBS supply list for approval by VBS Staff by Tuesday, May 27. Please do not place your own orders.

6) Please laminate only VBS items that will have repeated use.

Maintenance crews are available to help you with your room

set-up. Pick up a MAINTENANCE REQUEST FORM at the main office or from SHANNON MCCOY or ALENE HART and

turn it in by June 6.

Classroom set-up includes tables, chairs and other items along with the suggested arrangement.

Please be considerate, custodial crews will only take requests from the main office.

SUPPLIES

ROOM SET-UP

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VBS Terminology

Park Activities Director VBS Director

Tourists The Kids

Tour Guides Leaders/Teachers

S I TES

PLACES TO WHICH THE TOURISTS WILL ROTATE

Worship Rally at Times Square

Worship Rally in the

Auditorium

Bible Study At Battery Park Bible Study Rooms

Music Backstage Music Site

Crafts District Craft Site

Playground 1017 Recreation Sites

Midtown Snacks Snack Site

Missions Central Mission Site

Lunch - NYC Street Food Gym

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Day 1 CONNECT WITH FAITH! (Matthew 8:5-13) Bible Story: A Soldier Asked Jesus for Help

Day 2 CONNECT WITH LOVE! (Luke 7:36-38, 44-48) Bible Story: A Woman Showed Love to Jesus

Day 3 CONNECT WITH TRUST! (Matthew 14:22-33) Bible Story: Peter Walked To Jesus

Day 4 CONNECT WITH OTHERS! (John 4:6-11, 19-30, 39-42) Bible Story: A Woman Told Her Friends About Jesus

Day 5 CONNECT WITH LIFE! (Mark 2:1-12) Bible Story: Four Men Brought Their Friend To Jesus

Day 1 CONNECT WITH FAITH! (Matthew 8:5-13) Bible Story: The Centurion Acts in Faith Bible Verse: Romans 10:17

Day 2 CONNECT WITH LOVE! (Luke 7:36-38, 44-48) Bible Story: A Woman Responds with Love Bible Verse: 1 John 4:9

Day 3 CONNECT WITH TRUST! (John 3:18; 19:38-42) Bible Story: Nicodemus Chooses to Trust Bible Verse: John 3:16

Day 4 CONNECT WITH OTHERS! (John 4:1-30; 39-42) Bible Story: The Samaritan Woman Tells Others Bible Verse: Matthew 28:19-20

Day 5 CONNECT WITH LIFE! (Acts 1:1-11) Bible Story: The Disciples Receive Instruction Bible Verse: 1 Corinthians 16:13-14

PRESCHOOL

CHILDREN

BIBLE LESSON PLANS

Babies Activity

Pack

Special Friends Guide

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MARKING ATTENDANCE

Mark those present by putting

a check mark by their name on the class roster.

NEW KIDS OR HELPERS

If a person appears in your

room whose name is not on your class roster, please:

Make sure they fill out a

REGISTRATION FORM

Write their name on the bottom of the roster near the

Roll Statistics information

Visitors must go in the proper department, the grade just completed.

EVERY PERSON COUNTS

Accurate and complete records are needed for effective follow-up.

All decisions for salvation should be recorded and reported daily to Morgan Browning or the VBS RECORDS OFFICE.

Fill out all blanks on enrollment forms.

Name

Address (with apartment # if applicable)

Home or cell phone number

Parent and emergency contact information

If children fill out the cards, please verify that all information is legible and complete.

Please turn in attendance records with your lunch count no later than 10:00 am.

DAILY UPDATED

ROSTERS

NURSERY - 5YRS

Delivered to Your

Classrooms

K-8TH GRADE

On Your Table in the

Parking Lot

RECORDS

Friends must go to the

grade of the younger friend.

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1) If a child is 4 or 5 years old, they must register in their classroom.

2) All children, Kinder through 8th grade will go to their age/grade group table, and will be given a name tag.

3) If a child has not pre-registered they must fill out a registration card (one per person). If they have pre-registered, their name will appear on the VBS roster.

4) Say to the parents, “Thank you for entrusting your children to us!”

5) Each class must have a representative who remains behind to register latecomers.

6) Add names of newly registered boys and girls to your class roster.

7) Take REGISTRATION FORMS to the VBS RECORDS OFFICE so they can be entered into the computer and rosters can be updated.

8) Take class roster with you to your classroom and check attendance there. Attendance records due by 10:00 am.

9) In case of an emergency please escort the child to the VBS RECORDS OFFICE for help.

10) If parents need to be contacted they will be contacted by a staff member.

11) The VBS RECORDS OFFICE is open from 8:15 am - 12:30 pm.

REGISTRATION

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Day 1 FAITH AND HEALING (Matthew 8:1-17, 23-27) Bible Truth: We can have faith that Jesus cares about and will help us and those we love. Key Verse: Hebrews 4:16

Day 2 FORGIVENESS & LOVE (Luke 7:36-50) Bible Truth: When Jesus forgives us we can take actions that show our love for Him. Bible Verse: 1 John 4:9

Day 3 BELIEF & SALVATION (John 3:1- 18; 19:38-42) Bible Truth: We are born again and have eternal life when we put our trust in Jesus Christ. Bible Verse: John 3:16

Day 4 EVERYDAY & ETERNAL (John 4:1-42) Bible Truth: We can find opportunities to connect with others and talk to them about Jesus. Bible Verse: Matthew 28:19-20

Day 5 LIFE & OBEDIENCE (Acts 1:1-14; 2:1-6, 36-47) Bible Truth: We obey Jesus’ instructions by living out our Christianity through our words and actions. Bible Verse: 1 Corinthians 16:13-14

YOUTH IN TRANSIT

5th/6th Guide

1st/2nd Guide

3rd/4th Guide Kinder Guide

7th/8th Guide

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“So faith comes from what is heard and what is heard comes through

the message of Christ.” Romans 10:17

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MONDAY

Hot Dog Bar and Chips

TUESDAY

Chicken Strips and Fries

WEDNESDAY

Burgers and Fries

THURSDAY

Hoagies and Chips

FRIDAY

Pizza

WORKER’S AND FAMILY LUNCH

Meal is only provided for workers and their children.

If your family brings guests, reservations must be made when records are turned in at 10:00 am. $1.00 per person (pay at the door).

You must make new reservations each day and have a meal ticket to eat lunch (a form will be provided in department packets and must be turned in by 10 am).

All workers must have a lunch ticket upon arrival at the gym.

Please dispose of plates, cups, etc. after you finish eating.

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FBC Kids and Friends

Present: VBS Commercials

Sunday, June 12 “What’s in the Bag?”

Sunday, June 19 “VBS Man!”

Drama and Musical

Sunday, June 26

6:00 pm

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VBS 2011 GOALS

Go for it!

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What Date Day Time

Workday March 11 Thursday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Meeting In Gym March 27 Sunday 5:15 pm - 6:15 pm

Workday March 29 Tuesday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Workday April 14 Thursday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Workday April 19 Tuesday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm


Workday May 3 Tuesday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm


Workday

Lunch Provided May 21 Saturday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm


Workday June 2 Thursday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm


Workday -Pizza

Lunch Provided June 16 Thursday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Set-up and Meal June 19 Sunday 4:00 pm

Meetings and Workdays are provided for your convenience in networking and preparing for Vacation Bible School.

Nursery and older childcare are available for the stated dates and times, however, you are welcome to work on your VBS plans at any time that church meetings are not in session.

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MISSION COMPETITIONS

The team that raises

the MOST money

will PAINT the

LOSING team

representative

GIRLS TOM HARRISON from

BROADMOOR

BOYS MORGAN BROWNING from

FBC MCALLEN

CANNED FOOD DRIVE

Winning class gets a jar of CANDY!

EVERYONE WINS

IN OUR

MISSION

COMPETITION!

The Offering Will

Provide A

VBS

July 25-29

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EXITING TIMES SQUARE

Buckets for our Missionary Offering Competition are located

at the exits as marked.

FOLLOW

YOUR LEADER...

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4 Years 5 Years Kinder 1st Grade 2nd Grade 3rd Grade* 4th Grade* 5th Grade* 6th Grade* Youth*

7:45 AM

7:50 AM

8:20 AM

8:25 AM

8:30 AM

9:00 AM

9:05 AM

9:10 AM

9:15 AM

9:20 AM

9:25 AM

9:30 AM

9:35 AM

9:40 AM

9:45 AM

9:50 AM

9:55 AM

10:00 AM

10:05 AM

10:10 AM

10:15 AM

10:20 AM

10:25 AM

10:30 AM

10:35 AM

10:40 AM

10:45 AM

10:50 AM

10:55 AM

11:00 AM

11:05 AM

11:10 AM

11:15 AM

11:20 AM

11:25 AM

11:30 AM

11:35 AM

11:40 AM

11:45 AM

11:50 AM

11:55 AM

12:00 PM

12:05 PM

Each level will provide two leaders to help with forms and taking children to proper location afterwards

Recreation

A Gym

Snack

Music A

Choir Room

SHOW

TIME

SHOW

TIME

Missions

A108 - 110

SHOW

TIME

Missions &

Wrap Up

Dismissal and pick-up of classes in Parking Lot - 4 & 5 Years and 5K dismissed from classrooms only

Lunch provided only for workers and their children in the gym - Children must be with parent to enter

* Thursday ONLY Gospel Presentation 9:00 am - 9:45 am - 3rd Grade through Youth will stay in the Worship Center

SHOW

TIME

SHOW

TIME

Missions

A108 - 110

Crafts A208-

210

Recreation

A Gym

Snack in

RoomMusic A

Choir Room

SnackRecreation B

North

Grassy Lot

SnackRecreation

B North

Grassy LotMissions

108 - 110Crafts F200

Music B

F200

Crafts F200

Snack

Crafts A107-

109

Snack

REC TIME

Snack

Talk TimeMusic B

F200

Crafts

A203-200 Service

Project

Snack in

RoomCrafts F200

Snack in

RoomMusic A

Choir Room

Recreation

A Gym

Music A

Choir Room

Snack

Missions

108 - 110

Recreation

A GymMusic B F200

Recreation B

North

Grassy Lot

Missions

A108 - 110Mix It Up

Recreation

A Gym

Music A

Choir Room

SHOW

TIME

Missions

A108 - 110

SHOW

TIMEBible Study

All teachers due in the parking lot to greet children - 5 K through 8th Grade

Registration Open - 4 Years through 8th Grade

Line up to go into Worship Center - 4 Years through 8th Grade

Start Procession into Worship Center - 4 Years through 8th Grade

Opening Assembly in Sanctuary - 4 Years through 8th Grade

SHOW

TIME

SHOW

TIME

SHOW

TIME

Music A

Choir Room

Recreation

A Gym

DAILY SCHEDULE

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TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

CORN POP

THE CLOWN

HANK HOUGH’S KINGDOM

DOGS

INFLATABLES H.I.S. PRODUCTIONS

PUPPETS

WEDNESDAY

NIGHT

Hank’s Kingdom Dogs Parents, Kids & Church Members

6:30 pm - Auditorium 1 Hour Life-Changing Presentation

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Parade March All Kids

Music “Big Apple Adventure”

S it Do wn C ho r d

Welcome Park Activities Director

Motto “Hear It! Believe It! Connect It!”

Key Verse Romans 10:17 “So faith comes from what is heard and what is heard comes through the message of Christ.”

S t a n d Up C h or d

Pledges U.S. Flag

Christian Flag

Bible

S it Do wn C ho r d

Announcements

Song “Live It Out”

P r a yer Tim e

Dismissal Park Activities Director


Exiting By Grades (See pg. 22)

O ffer in g

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SEATING ARRANGEMENT

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10:4

0 - 1

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11:0

5 - 1

1:25

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11:3

0 - 1

1:50

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Follow Regular

Schedule - Adjust for

Class Time

Gospel Presentation

Replaces Missions -

Adjust Class Time

Gospel Presentation

Replaces Missions -

Class Time Replaces

Recreation - Recreation

Moved to 11:30 am

Follow Regular


Class Time

Follow Regular


Class Time

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SKYSCRAPER VIEW

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Monday, June 20 8:15 am 6th Grade

Tuesday, June 21 8:15 am 5th Grade

Wednesday, June 22 8:15 am 4th Grade

Thursday, June 23 8:15 am 4th Grade

Friday, June 24 8:15 am 5th Grade

C O M M EN CE ME NT

Sunday, June 26 5:45 pm 6th Grade

T H E P L ED GE S E R V I CE

I P L E D G E AL LE G IA N CE T O . . .

The following departments will supply two boys and

one girl to help with the processional and the

pledges. Please have a worker instruct them in the

correct procedures prior to the day they serve.

They will need to be present by 8:15 am.

FLAGS BIBLE

Attention

Position

Salute

Position

Attention

Position

Attention

Position

PARADE MARCH

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PARADE LINE-UP

Each class needs to make a half-size poster board sign

for their class to be placed on their table in the parking

lot. Height from the table should be about 6 feet.

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D E PA RTM ENT ROOM

0-14 Months (Infants) E103

14-24 Months E102

Nursery—2 Years E104


4 Year Olds E106, E108, E110

5 Year Olds (Pre-Kinder) E107, E109

Kindergarten E200, E201, E202

1st Grade E218, E220

2nd Grade E204, E206, E208

3rd Grade E203, E207

4th Grade A111, A112



Special Friends E212B

Youth (7th & 8th Grade) Y200

Crafts District 1st , 2nd, 3rd Grade Y107

Crafts District 4th Grade A107, A109



Crafts District Youth Y200

Recreation A (4, 5, K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd) FLC Gym

Recreation B (4th, 5th, 6th Grade) North Grassy Lot

Recreation Youth Youth Building

Music Backstage A (4, 5, K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd) Music Suite

Music Backstage B (4th, 5th, 6th) F200

Lunch—Street Food FLC Gym

VBS Records Office FLC Control Room

Missions Central A108, A110

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CHURCH MAP

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SECURITY NOTICE:

Every VBS staff person, helper and student will

be given a name tag. If you should spot a

person on our campus without one, please take

them to the VBS Records Office so that they

may obtain one.

Please leave all items of value at home or locked in your vehicle.

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CHURCH MAP

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SECURITY NOTICE:

Every VBS staff person, helper and student will

be given a name tag. If you should spot a

person on our campus without one, please take

them to the VBS Records Office so that they

may obtain one.

Please leave all items of value at home or locked in your vehicle.

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PARADE LINE-UP

Each class needs to make a half-size poster board sign

for their class to be placed on their table in the parking

lot. Height from the table should be about 6 feet.

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D E PA RTM ENT ROOM

0-14 Months (Infants) E103

14-24 Months E102



4 Year Olds E106, E108, E110

5 Year Olds (Pre-Kinder) E107, E109

Kindergarten E200, E201, E202

1st Grade E218, E220

2nd Grade E204, E206, E208

3rd Grade E203, E207




Special Friends E212B

Youth (7th & 8th Grade) Y200

Crafts District 1st , 2nd, 3rd Grade Y107




Crafts District Youth Y200

Recreation A (4, 5, K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd) FLC Gym

Recreation B (4th, 5th, 6th Grade) North Grassy Lot

Recreation Youth Youth Building

Music Backstage A (4, 5, K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd) Music Suite

Music Backstage B (4th, 5th, 6th) F200

Lunch—Street Food FLC Gym

VBS Records Office FLC Control Room

Missions Central A108, A110

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SKYSCRAPER VIEW

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Monday, June 20 8:15 am 6th Grade

Tuesday, June 21 8:15 am 5th Grade

Wednesday, June 22 8:15 am 4th Grade

Thursday, June 23 8:15 am 4th Grade

Friday, June 24 8:15 am 5th Grade

C O M M EN CE ME NT

Sunday, June 26 5:45 pm 6th Grade

T H E P L ED GE S E R V I CE

I P L E D G E AL LE G IA N CE T O . . .

The following departments will supply two boys and

one girl to help with the processional and the

pledges. Please have a worker instruct them in the

correct procedures prior to the day they serve.

They will need to be present by 8:15 am.

FLAGS BIBLE

Attention

Position

Salute

Position

Attention

Position

Attention

Position

PARADE MARCH

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SEATING ARRANGEMENT

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10:1

5 - 1

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10:4

0 - 1

1:00

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11:0

5 - 1

1:25

am

11:3

0 - 1

1:50

am

Follow Regular


Class Time

Gospel Presentation

Replaces Missions -

Adjust Class Time

Gospel Presentation

Replaces Missions -

Class Time Replaces

Recreation - Recreation

Moved to 11:30 am

Follow Regular


Class Time

Follow Regular


Class Time

Gos

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TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

CORN POP

THE CLOWN

HANK HOUGH’S KINGDOM

DOGS

INFLATABLES H.I.S. PRODUCTIONS

PUPPETS

WEDNESDAY

NIGHT

Hank’s Kingdom Dogs Parents, Kids & Church Members

6:30 pm - Auditorium 1 Hour Life-Changing Presentation

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Parade March All Kids

Music “Big Apple Adventure”

S it Do wn C ho r d

Welcome Park Activities Director

Motto “Hear It! Believe It! Connect It!”

Key Verse Romans 10:17 “So faith comes from what is heard and what is heard comes through the message of Christ.”


Pledges U.S. Flag

Christian Flag

Bible

S it Do wn C ho r d

Announcements

Song “Live It Out”

P r a yer Tim e

Dismissal Park Activities Director


Exiting By Grades (See pg. 22)

O ffer in g

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EXITING TIMES SQUARE

Buckets for our Missionary Offering Competition are located

at the exits as marked.

FOLLOW

YOUR LEADER...

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4 Years 5 Years Kinder 1st Grade 2nd Grade 3rd Grade* 4th Grade* 5th Grade* 6th Grade* Youth*

7:45 AM

7:50 AM

8:20 AM

8:25 AM

8:30 AM

9:00 AM

9:05 AM

9:10 AM

9:15 AM

9:20 AM

9:25 AM

9:30 AM

9:35 AM

9:40 AM

9:45 AM

9:50 AM

9:55 AM

10:00 AM

10:05 AM

10:10 AM

10:15 AM

10:20 AM

10:25 AM

10:30 AM

10:35 AM

10:40 AM

10:45 AM

10:50 AM

10:55 AM

11:00 AM

11:05 AM

11:10 AM

11:15 AM

11:20 AM

11:25 AM

11:30 AM

11:35 AM

11:40 AM

11:45 AM

11:50 AM

11:55 AM

12:00 PM

12:05 PM

Each level will provide two leaders to help with forms and taking children to proper location afterwards

Recreation

A Gym

Snack

Music A

Choir Room

SHOW

TIME

SHOW

TIME

Missions

A108 - 110

SHOW

TIME

Missions &

Wrap Up

Dismissal and pick-up of classes in Parking Lot - 4 & 5 Years and 5K dismissed from classrooms only

Lunch provided only for workers and their children in the gym - Children must be with parent to enter

* Thursday ONLY Gospel Presentation 9:00 am - 9:45 am - 3rd Grade through Youth will stay in the Worship Center

SHOW

TIME

SHOW

TIME

Missions

A108 - 110

Crafts A208-

210

Recreation

A Gym

Snack in

RoomMusic A

Choir Room

SnackRecreation B

North

Grassy Lot

SnackRecreation

B North

Grassy LotMissions

108 - 110Crafts F200

Music B

F200

Crafts F200

Snack

Crafts A107-

109

Snack

REC TIME

Snack

Talk TimeMusic B

F200

Crafts

A203-200 Service

Project

Snack in

RoomCrafts F200

Snack in

RoomMusic A

Choir Room

Recreation

A Gym

Music A

Choir Room

Snack

Missions

108 - 110

Recreation

A GymMusic B F200

Recreation B

North

Grassy Lot

Missions

A108 - 110Mix It Up

Recreation

A Gym

Music A

Choir Room

SHOW

TIME

Missions

A108 - 110

SHOW

TIMEBible Study

All teachers due in the parking lot to greet children - 5 K through 8th Grade

Registration Open - 4 Years through 8th Grade

Line up to go into Worship Center - 4 Years through 8th Grade

Start Procession into Worship Center - 4 Years through 8th Grade

Opening Assembly in Sanctuary - 4 Years through 8th Grade

SHOW

TIME

SHOW

TIME

SHOW

TIME

Music A

Choir Room

Recreation

A Gym

DAILY SCHEDULE

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What Date Day Time

Workday March 11 Thursday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Meeting In Gym March 27 Sunday 5:15 pm - 6:15 pm

Workday March 29 Tuesday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Workday April 14 Thursday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm





Workday

Lunch Provided May 21 Saturday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm




Workday -Pizza

Lunch Provided June 16 Thursday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Set-up and Meal June 19 Sunday 4:00 pm

Meetings and Workdays are provided for your convenience in networking and preparing for Vacation Bible School.

Nursery and older childcare are available for the stated dates and times, however, you are welcome to work on your VBS plans at any time that church meetings are not in session.

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MISSION COMPETITIONS

The team that raises

the MOST money

will PAINT the

LOSING team

representative

GIRLS TOM HARRISON from

BROADMOOR

BOYS MORGAN BROWNING from

FBC MCALLEN

CANNED FOOD DRIVE

Winning class gets a jar of CANDY!

EVERYONE WINS

IN OUR

MISSION

COMPETITION!

The Offering Will

Provide A

VBS

July 25-29

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FBC Kids and Friends

Present: VBS Commercials

Sunday, June 12 “What’s in the Bag?”

Sunday, June 19 “VBS Man!”

Drama and Musical

Sunday, June 26

6:00 pm

9

VBS 2011 GOALS

Go for it!

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“So faith comes from what is heard and what is heard comes through

the message of Christ.” Romans 10:17

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MONDAY

Hot Dog Bar and Chips

TUESDAY

Chicken Strips and Fries

WEDNESDAY

Burgers and Fries

THURSDAY

Hoagies and Chips

FRIDAY

Pizza

WORKER’S AND FAMILY LUNCH

Meal is only provided for workers and their children.

If your family brings guests, reservations must be made when records are turned in at 10:00 am. $1.00 per person (pay at the door).

You must make new reservations each day and have a meal ticket to eat lunch (a form will be provided in department packets and must be turned in by 10 am).

All workers must have a lunch ticket upon arrival at the gym.

Please dispose of plates, cups, etc. after you finish eating.

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1) If a child is 4 or 5 years old, they must register in their classroom.

2) All children, Kinder through 8th grade will go to their age/grade group table, and will be given a name tag.

3) If a child has not pre-registered they must fill out a registration card (one per person). If they have pre-registered, their name will appear on the VBS roster.

4) Say to the parents, “Thank you for entrusting your children to us!”

5) Each class must have a representative who remains behind to register latecomers.

6) Add names of newly registered boys and girls to your class roster.

7) Take REGISTRATION FORMS to the VBS RECORDS OFFICE so they can be entered into the computer and rosters can be updated.

8) Take class roster with you to your classroom and check attendance there. Attendance records due by 10:00 am.

9) In case of an emergency please escort the child to the VBS RECORDS OFFICE for help.

10) If parents need to be contacted they will be contacted by a staff member.

11) The VBS RECORDS OFFICE is open from 8:15 am - 12:30 pm.

REGISTRATION

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Day 1 FAITH AND HEALING (Matthew 8:1-17, 23-27) Bible Truth: We can have faith that Jesus cares about and will help us and those we love. Key Verse: Hebrews 4:16

Day 2 FORGIVENESS & LOVE (Luke 7:36-50) Bible Truth: When Jesus forgives us we can take actions that show our love for Him. Bible Verse: 1 John 4:9

Day 3 BELIEF & SALVATION (John 3:1- 18; 19:38-42) Bible Truth: We are born again and have eternal life when we put our trust in Jesus Christ. Bible Verse: John 3:16

Day 4 EVERYDAY & ETERNAL (John 4:1-42) Bible Truth: We can find opportunities to connect with others and talk to them about Jesus. Bible Verse: Matthew 28:19-20

Day 5 LIFE & OBEDIENCE (Acts 1:1-14; 2:1-6, 36-47) Bible Truth: We obey Jesus’ instructions by living out our Christianity through our words and actions. Bible Verse: 1 Corinthians 16:13-14

YOUTH IN TRANSIT

5th/6th Guide

1st/2nd Guide

3rd/4th Guide Kinder Guide

7th/8th Guide

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Day 1 CONNECT WITH FAITH! (Matthew 8:5-13) Bible Story: A Soldier Asked Jesus for Help

Day 2 CONNECT WITH LOVE! (Luke 7:36-38, 44-48) Bible Story: A Woman Showed Love to Jesus

Day 3 CONNECT WITH TRUST! (Matthew 14:22-33) Bible Story: Peter Walked To Jesus

Day 4 CONNECT WITH OTHERS! (John 4:6-11, 19-30, 39-42) Bible Story: A Woman Told Her Friends About Jesus

Day 5 CONNECT WITH LIFE! (Mark 2:1-12) Bible Story: Four Men Brought Their Friend To Jesus

Day 1 CONNECT WITH FAITH! (Matthew 8:5-13) Bible Story: The Centurion Acts in Faith Bible Verse: Romans 10:17

Day 2 CONNECT WITH LOVE! (Luke 7:36-38, 44-48) Bible Story: A Woman Responds with Love Bible Verse: 1 John 4:9

Day 3 CONNECT WITH TRUST! (John 3:18; 19:38-42) Bible Story: Nicodemus Chooses to Trust Bible Verse: John 3:16

Day 4 CONNECT WITH OTHERS! (John 4:1-30; 39-42) Bible Story: The Samaritan Woman Tells Others Bible Verse: Matthew 28:19-20

Day 5 CONNECT WITH LIFE! (Acts 1:1-11) Bible Story: The Disciples Receive Instruction Bible Verse: 1 Corinthians 16:13-14

PRESCHOOL

CHILDREN

BIBLE LESSON PLANS

Babies Activity

Pack

Special Friends Guide

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MARKING ATTENDANCE

Mark those present by putting

a check mark by their name on the class roster.

NEW KIDS OR HELPERS

If a person appears in your

room whose name is not on your class roster, please:

Make sure they fill out a

REGISTRATION FORM

Write their name on the bottom of the roster near the

Roll Statistics information

Visitors must go in the proper department, the grade just completed.

EVERY PERSON COUNTS

Accurate and complete records are needed for effective follow-up.

All decisions for salvation should be recorded and reported daily to Morgan Browning or the VBS RECORDS OFFICE.

Fill out all blanks on enrollment forms.

Name

Address (with apartment # if applicable)

Home or cell phone number

Parent and emergency contact information

If children fill out the cards, please verify that all information is legible and complete.

Please turn in attendance records with your lunch count no later than 10:00 am.

DAILY UPDATED

ROSTERS

NURSERY - 5YRS

Delivered to Your

Classrooms

K-8TH GRADE

On Your Table in the

Parking Lot

RECORDS

Friends must go to the

grade of the younger friend.

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1) In your VBS teachers guide you will find a list of supplies necessary to teach your lessons.

2) Please include other items you will need on your list.

3) As you know, we have the RESOURCE ROOM and the CHILDREN’S DIRECTOR’S OFFICE where supplies are kept. Check with ALENE HART, SHANNON MCCOY, or MORGAN BROWNING if you do not find what you need.

4) We can advertise in the church publications to try to secure items not on hand.

5) Please submit your final VBS supply list for approval by VBS Staff by Tuesday, May 27. Please do not place your own orders.

6) Please laminate only VBS items that will have repeated use.

Maintenance crews are available to help you with your room

set-up. Pick up a MAINTENANCE REQUEST FORM at the main office or from SHANNON MCCOY or ALENE HART and

turn it in by June 6.

Classroom set-up includes tables, chairs and other items along with the suggested arrangement.

Please be considerate, custodial crews will only take requests from the main office.

SUPPLIES

ROOM SET-UP

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VBS Terminology

Park Activities Director VBS Director

Tourists The Kids

Tour Guides Leaders/Teachers

S I TES

PLACES TO WHICH THE TOURISTS WILL ROTATE

Worship Rally at Times Square

Worship Rally in the

Auditorium

Bible Study At Battery Park Bible Study Rooms

Music Backstage Music Site

Crafts District Craft Site

Playground 1017 Recreation Sites

Midtown Snacks Snack Site

Missions Central Mission Site

Lunch - NYC Street Food Gym

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MINISTERIAL STAFFMINISTERIAL STAFF

The Ministerial Staff is very thankful to the 160+ volunteers it

takes to have a great VBS. God bless you!

Park Activities Director

Morgan Browning

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Vacation Bible School should be a pleasant experience for all

children. Therefore a disruptive or rude child should be dealt with in a loving and caring manner. If you need assistance, please consult your DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR. If the problem persists, the child should be taken

to the VBS RECORDS OFFICE where a VBS staff person will pray and counsel with the child. Hopefully, this will resolve

our problem and the parents will not have to be contacted.

A nurse will be available during VBS to handle accidents,

bruises, scratches and illnesses. Please take the child to the VBS RECORDS OFFICE for attention.

Every child receives 2 cookies

Refills are available on drinks after your group has been served.

Throw away your cups and napkins in the trash can.

No running in the snack area.

If you know someone who has a food allergy, please inform your class leader.

ACCIDENTS

DISCIPLINE

COKE WAGON

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C o m m e n c e m e n t N I G H T S u n d ay, J u n e 2 6

World’s LARGEST Banana Split! After the Commencement Service

in the GYM

5:30 pm Parade Line up in the GYM

5:30 pm Open Seating in the AUDITORIUM

Ushers pass out programs

Bible and Flag Bearers Report

6:00 pm Parade into the AUDITORIUM

7:00 pm ··············· World’s Largest Banana Split and

Prize Drawings in the GYM

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Our Vacation Bible School is a fun-filled

spiritual adventure for “city tourists” that

provides concentrated Bible study and

encourages real life application.

The goal of Vacation Bible School is to

reach people of all ages, leading them to

know and respond to Jesus Christ as their

Lord and Savior.

VBS is a wise investment of our time and

resources.

WHY DO VACATION

BIBLE SCHOOL?

Dr. Morgan J. Browning

First Baptist Church of McAllen | Education Department

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Purpose 3

Minis ter ia l Sta f f 4

“Ci ty Ta lk ” Termino logy 5

Bib le Lesson Plans 6

Motto / Key Verse 8

Stat is t ics and Goals 9

Meet ings / Workdays 10

Dai ly Schedule 11

Dai ly Broadway Shows - Alternate Schedules 12

Skyscraper V iew - Ground Plan 14

Room Assignments 15

Church Map 16

Parade L ine up 18

Parade March 19

Times Square Seat ing Arrangements 20

Worship Ral ly Program 21

Exi t ing Times Square 22

Mission Compet i t ions 23

VBS Drama / Commerc ia ls 24

Lunch - NYC Street Food 25

Fol lowing the Rules 26

Commencement Night 30

Bus Route 31

Prayer Guide 32

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BUS ROUTE

Route Locations Address City Arrive Depart

Orange Charlene Apartments 1400 Pecan Mc 7:30 7:35

Orange Memorial High Apts. 501 E Jasmine Ave. Mc 7:40 7:45

Orange Valley View Apts. 602 E Ebony Mc 7:48 7:53

Orange Centro Cristiano Church 614 W Hawk Pharr 8:02 8:05

Orange Sunset Terrace 800 E Egly Pharr 8:05 8:10

Orange Sugar Rd & Palm Dr. Apts. Neighborhood Apts. Pharr 8:13 8:15

Orange Memorial Civic Center Kelly St & S Palm Dr. Pharr 8:15 8:17

Orange Jorsay Apts. 300 S "G" & Dallas Mc 8:18 8:20

Blue Retama Village 900 N 26th St. Mc 7:30 7:35

Blue Alvarez Elementary Gumwood & 27th and 1/2 Mc 7:38 7:45

Blue Casa Grande Apts. Ivy & 27th Mc 7:48 7:53

Blue McAllen Manor 2215 Quince (near 23rd St.) Mc 8:00 8:05

Blue El Camino Real Apts 1600 Tamarack Mc 8:10 8:15

Green Trailer Park & Apts from Lunds to Ebony on 28th St Mc 7:30 7:35

Green Garden Inn 30th St. & Business 83 Mc 7:36 7:45

Green Westway Mobile Park South Ware Road Mc 7:50 7:55

Green Taylor Christian School Jackson Ave. & S 21st St. Mc 8:05 8:10

Yellow Uvalde Trailer Park Ware Rd & Uvalde St. Mc 7:30 7:35

Yellow Palmview Apts. S Ware Road & Yuma Ave. Mc 7:40 7:45

Yellow Apts. On Jordan Jordan & 27th - 29th Mc 7:45 7:48

Yellow Bonham Elementary Jordan & 23rd St Mc 7:50 7:55

Yellow Balboa Church S 22nd St & Balboa St. Mc 8:05 8:10

Red Nolana Apts. 1200 Nolana Mc 7:30 7:35

Red Hidden Orchid Apts. 4712 N 12th St. & Violet Mc 7:40 7:45

Red McAuliffe Elementary 3000 Daffodil Ave. Mc 7:50 7:55

Red Apts. On 29th Street 29th St - 31 St. from Highland to

Daffodil Mc 8:00 8:10

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Before VBS 7 Days before VBS: Pray for our

pastor and VBS director. Pray that God will give wisdom in final

planning. Pray for the safety and

health of participants, workers, and their families.


spiritual preparation of all workers. 5 Days before VBS: Pray that God will

protect the church facilities and

mechanical systems. Pray for good weather.


unchurched families who will attend VBS. Pray that God will help them

find love and acceptance at our

church.

3 Days before VBS: Pray for a clear

presentation of Jesus Christ to all age

groups. Pray that the Holy Spirit will prepare the hearts of every person

who attends our VBS.

2 Days before VBS: Pray that leaders will be filled with joy and

enthusiasm.

1 Day before VBS: Pray for all leaders, final lesson planning, room

preparation, and smooth preparation

at home for a busy week.

During VBS Day 1 of VBS: today is the day! Pray

for all workers as they deal with fast

paced schedules, learning new names, and unexpected events. Ask God to

give them strength and flexibility.

Day 2 of VBS: Pray for increased attendance and transformed lives.

Pray that all participants will

experience God’s presence today.

Day 3 of VBS: Pray for joy and

enthusiasm for all workers. Pray for

each person attending VBS and their families.

Day 4 of VBS: Today, “The ABCs of

Becoming a Christian” will be presented to children. Pray for the

moving of the Holy Spirit, for

Brother Morgan as he presents the Gospel, those who will hear, and the

decision counselors.

Day 5 of VBS: Pray that leaders will be sensitive to those who still need to

respond to the Gospel. Pray for

children as they continue learning about living with Christian character.

Pray for Commencement Night activities and that unchurched

families will come and feel welcome.

After VBS Pray for rest and relaxation for all VBS workers. Pray for the openness of parents as

follow-up contacts are made during Outreach on July 6. Pray that our church will begin to help meet needs discovered during VBS. Pray that what was learned during VBS will make a difference in the lives of those who

participated. Pray that VBS prospects and their families will come to Sunday School and worship. Pray that people who have accepted Christ as Savior can be brought into the fellowship

of our church (or another church) and begin growing in Christlikeness. Pray that people who worked in VBS will sense God’s pleasure and satisfaction with

their efforts. Give thanks for an awesome week.

3...2...1...COUNTDOWN

Everyone can pray

BEFORE, DURING AND AFTER VBS!

PRAYER GUIDE

First Baptist Church of McAllen

1200 Beech Ave.

McAllen, TX 78501

956-686-7418

fbcmcallen.com

Documents

VBS Handbook 2011