8
Follow Christ to the Summit! “Therefore God exalted him to the highest place...that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow...” Philippians 2:9, 10 2013 Catalog An Epic VBS Expedition

VBSRA 2013 Upward Bound Catalog

Embed Size (px)

DESCRIPTION

Eight page catalog with Vacation Bible School materials for 2013 Upward Bound Theme.

Citation preview

Page 1: VBSRA 2013 Upward Bound Catalog

Follow Christ to the Summit!

“Therefore God exalted him

to the highest place...that at

the name of Jesus every knee

should bow...”Philippians 2:9, 10

2013Catalog

An Epic

VBS Expedition

Page 2: VBSRA 2013 Upward Bound Catalog

2 • 1-866-GO•VBSRA (468-2772)

Profound Content clearly conveys the love and glory of God in Christ

presents a grace-filled Biblical world and life view

teaches that each person must personally respond to God’s offer of salvation

calls kids to wholehearted obedience in following Christ

AdVenture theme makes VBS meaningful and fun

VBS “Backpackers” are called to follow Christ’s rugged and radical trail all the way to the Summit of God’s Kingdom

costumed “eyewitness” storytellers bring God’s Word to life

fun-filled “Scaling the Peak Contest” includes Scripture memory drills and service projects

exCiting ACtiVities motivate kids to learn God’s Word and serve others

age-graded “Trail Journals” engage kids in service at VBS, at home, and in the community

“Guidebook Guidelines” (daily Scripture readings) help establish personal devotions

theme-related songs and crafts reinforce daily Scripture memory and Bible lesson content

Effective Scripture Memory• kids learn verses that

reinforce lesson truths• exciting daily drills help kids

retain Scripture for a lifetime

Powerful Content for Maximum Impact!Daily Gospel Presentation• theme-related, illustrated

“Crossover to Life” • high-impact evangelistic

message is memorized to share with others

Whole-Family Focus• siblings learn the same concepts &

age-appropriate Scripture memory verses• parents explore God’s Word with their

kids by helping them with simple “homework” each day

In-depth Bible lessons

Challenging Scripture memory

Daily Gospel presentation

Meaningful service projects

Maximum impact on churched and unchurched families

The epic VBS Expedition that shows kids—both churched and unchurched—that it’s all about Jesus!

PHOT

O TO

P © ST

udiO

1OnE

/SHu

TTER

STOC

k.CO

m

Page 3: VBSRA 2013 Upward Bound Catalog

“i highly recommend Reachout Adventures! ...i love how it’s Gospel-focused while holding

strongly to the Reformed faith.” Dr E Brent Turner, Executive Director,

ARP Christian Education Ministries, Greenville, SC

“…a stellar example of scholarship with a burning heart...an excellent example of creative

educational tools to advance deep spiritual truth.”Senior Pastor Joseph Novenson, Lookout Mountain

Presbyterian Church, Lookout Mountain, TN

“...God-driven, theologically rich, with the Gospel message and life applications beautifully woven throughout. We are overwhelmed by this

VBS experience!” VBS Director Amey Watson, Bethlehem

Baptist Church, Laurel, MS

“These VBS programs are an annual highlight for us... every year young lives are touched and changed.” Senior Pastor Alistair Begg, Parkside Church, Chagrin Falls, OH

“The only curriculum that really gets kids into the Bible — reading, memorizing, and doing extra activities all connected with the Word of God.

kids and parents love these programs.”Children’s Ministries Director Laurie Beavers,

Alderwood Community Church, Lynnwood, WA

“Reachout’s materials are Bible-centered and get the message of salvation across to everyone involved—children and adults. The children love it, and our staff

say they get as much out of it as the kids!” VBS Director Diane Speights,

Scots Kirk ARP Church, Summerville, SC

“...exciting, Gospel-centered...the children can’t wait to get to VBS and don’t want to leave...our dedicated volunteers say Reachout makes our VBS a success!”

Senior Pastor Bruce O’Neil, Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Annapolis, MD

www.vbsreachout.com • 3

HigH PraiSeS!Mission StatementOur mission is to support the Church in fulfilling Christ’s call to evangelize and disciple children and their families. Our commitment is to create high-caliber, spiritually engaging, Christ-centered VBS curricula whose profound, grace-filled content and Christian world and life view are presented through fun-filled challenge and adventure.

Reachout Coaching & CommunityPlacing a high priority on knowing and caring for our customer churches and their VBS directors, Reachout offers free personal coaching by seasoned Reachout VBS directors who provide expert advice, individualized planning help, and prayer support. Client churches are also networked if desired with other area Reachout churches for in-the-trenches fellowship, encouragement, and resource sharing.

“Mapping the Route” Bible Lessons at a Glance

upward Bound’s adventure-filled Bible lessons lead Backpackers through the gospel of Luke, following Jesus’ incarnate journey from the Courts of Heaven to the cross on earth, then back again to his heavenly Summit.

“Eyewitness” storytellers bring Christ’s journey to life through their unique perspectives as Gabriel, the angel; mary, Jesus’ mother; Gaius, the desert gecko; Simon of Cyrene; and mary magdalene.

By trail’s end, each Backpacker is encouraged to make his or her own upward-bound journey by faith in Christ by the power of the Holy Spirit.

Day 1 The Greatness of the Journey: Luke 1 and 2Jesus Leaves the Courts of Heaven—God Becomes man for us

Day 2 The Purpose of the Journey: Luke 2To do the Father’s Will—Jesus’ upward Bound Attitude

Day 3 The Trials of the Journey: Luke 3 and 4The Temptation—The upward Bound Living of the Christian Life

Day 4 The Sacrifice of the Journey: Luke 22 and 23The Cross

Day 5 The Summit and the Goal of the Journey: Luke 24 Salvation is Accomplished—Jesus Returns to the Courts of Heaven

Upcoming Adventures• Genesis 1: Space Probe 2014Cruise the cosmos on an awesome Genesis adventure to seek out the Lord of the universe.

• Summer Seaquest 2015Plumb the depths of the adventure-filled book of Jonah and meet the God who saves.

• Olympion 2016Run the challenging Christian race of faith following Joshua’s heroic example of wholehearted obedience to God.

14830 Wallingford Avenue northSeattle, WA 98133-6620

1-866-GO•VBSRA (468-2772)(206) 365-0860

email: [email protected]: www.vbsreachout.com

3% Discount Deadline March 8, 2013 Guaranteed Order Deadline March 15, 2013

Page 4: VBSRA 2013 Upward Bound Catalog

Student Packet Trail Journal

Contains age-graded memory work, daily Bible reading, worksheets; “backpacker” sticker page; original theme-related Gospel presentation; content-reinforcing songs; service projects; glossary & more! 44–56 pages depending on grade level. Comes with attractive cover sticker designating child’s team assignment. Grade levels based on grades completed.

Sticker SetOver 40 full-color peel-off stickers, including intriguing backpacking gear & a forest of trees, spur children on in their upward Bound trek.

Team IDSturdy color-coded, custom-designed “Team id” (matches Trail Journal cover sticker) to identify each Backpacker with his team. Button provides space for writing in Backpacker’s name.#101A 4’s–K completed $3.79#101B Grades 1 & 2 completed $3.79#101C Grades 3 & 4 completed $3.79#101D Grades 5 & 6 completed $3.79

2’s & 3’s Student Packet Upward Bound Memory Book

daily activity pages & “Climbing Cheers” that reinforce Bible lesson truths, Scripture memory verse, & “Trail Chores.”

Sticker Set & Team IDSee Student Packet above.#101E $3.79

Hit the trail today with this bird’s-eye view of upward Bound’s curriculum. kit contains all you need to get on your way:

4 • 1-866-GO•VBSRA (468-2772)

Starter Kit

Student Materials

“The children loved the stickers and were really motivated to learn their Scripture memory

verses. The parents were thrilled to see their children doing service projects at home

and even for neighbors!” VBS Director Sarah Kitts, Redeemer ARP, Moore, SC

A $4.50Value!

#101A–101d

#101E

30-DAY REVIEW! Pay $49.99 (plus s & h) and have it credited toward your director kit purchase when you place your full order. Or, return it in 30 days & we’ll refund you the cost of the Starter kit. #100 Starter Kit $49.99

• director Guide• Teacher Guide (director’s

version)• Grades 1–6 Teacher Guide• QuickStart Guide• Bible Lesson Curriculum

• Bible Lesson “At a Glance” overview

• Student Trail Journal• Student Sticker Set• Student name Button• Wristband

• Leader’s music Cd• Publicity Poster• Publicity Postcard• Records Sheet samples

3% Discount Full Payment Deadline:March 8, 2013

Risk-Free 30-DAyReview!

PHOT

O LE

FT ©

PHA

SE4P

HOTO

GRAP

Hy/S

HuTT

ERST

OCk.

COm

Prices subject to change without notice.

Page 5: VBSRA 2013 Upward Bound Catalog

www.vbsreachout.com • 5

Director KitThis all-in-one organizer is a must-have for new upward Bound directors & Reachout veterans! Only one needed per church; order additional director Packets (#201) as needed for Co-directors.

Director Guide Comprehensive guide to planning & directing upward Bound including the following (& more!):• VBS overview • reproducible job descriptions• recruiting & training guidelines • 6-month planning calendar• decoration, snack, costume • guidelines for use in large & publicity aids & small settings Teacher Guide (Director’s Version) Complete instructions for classroom teachers, department heads & assistants. QuickStart Guides At-a-glance reference cards with Teacher Guide highlights; age-graded, 5 included (1 per grade level). Bible Lesson Curriculum 5 exciting, in-depth Bible lessons from the book of Luke, presented as intriguing “eye-witness” accounts. includes background notes, costume ideas, & simplified storyline for 4’s–2nd grade. Bible Lessons “At a Glance” Full-color quick reference summary chart of Bible Lessons. Trail Journal Student book; see page 4. Craft Curriculum Crafts for all ages, suitable for any size group! developed to complement & reinforce the Bible lesson truths & upward Bound’s adventure theme. includes detailed instructions, reproducible patterns, & teacher introductions. includes both Crafts & Lesson Handwork for 2’s & 3’s and 4’s–k. Supplies not included. Gospel Presentation Manual Complete guidelines for preparing & presenting “Crossover to Life,” upward Bound’s unique, 6-step Gospel presentation. Leader’s Music CD See page 7 Artwork CD Contains all upward Bound artwork & instructions. use to create decorations, signs, fliers, banners, guidons, & more. includes PowerPoint® Gospel Presentation Visual Aid & Song Lyrics presentations. Customize and/or print your own records sheets

using the files included on the Artwork & Totals Tracker Cd’s (or order pre-printed below).

#200A Director Kit $78.50#200B* Director Kit $28.50*If you purchased a 2013 Starter Kit, order 200B to complete your Director Kit with: Director Kit binder, QuickStart Guides, Craft Curriculum, Gospel Presentation, & Artwork CD.

Director Packetincludes director Guide, Teacher Guide, QuickStart Guide, Bible Lesson Curriculum, Bible Lessons “At a Glance,” Student Trail Journal; perfect for Co-directors.#201 Director Packet $28.00

Also available separately:#202 Gospel Presentation Manual $6.50#203 Craft Curriculum $16.00#204 Artwork CD $18.00 Records Sheet Setused by classroom teachers for daily recordkeeping & reporting attendance. Order 1 set for every 100 students. Customize and/or print your own records sheets using the files now included on both the Artwork Cd & Totals Tracker Cd.#205 Records Sheet Set $15.00

Totals Tracker CDSimple, recordkeeping at your fingertips! Excel PC® program calculates team points, tracks attendance & totals offering figures. includes 4 ready-made files—one for each Reachout school! ALSO includes records

sheet files for all four adventures themes to customize and/or print.#206 Totals Tracker CD $10.00

Director resources

200A & 200B

Page 6: VBSRA 2013 Upward Bound Catalog

Memory Work Poster17" x 22" poster of age-graded Philippians 2 memory verses. Great for display on classroom walls.#210A 4’s–K Poster $3.50#210B Grades 1 & 2 Poster $3.50#210C Grades 3 & 4 Poster $3.50#210D Grades 5 & 6 Poster $3.50

Recreation PacketLively theme-related recreation schedule for all grade levels, written exclusively for upward Bound. Comes with detailed game instructions, materials list, theme-related introductions, plus rainy day suggestions.#211 $6.50

Staff Name ButtonsSturdy custom-designed upward Bound name button identifying your staff.#212 $5.50 (pkg of 10)

6 • 1-866-GO•VBSRA (468-2772)

Bible Lesson Acrostic SetFive-lesson visual aid for Bible lesson storytellers. Some preparation & additional material necessary.#207 $10.00

Base Camp Assemblies ManualFabulous “Setting up Camp” & “Breaking Camp” scripts that do it all for you! Everything you need for great daily assemblies, including introductory skits to the Gospel Presentation & a comprehensive Closing Program plan.#208 $19.50

Memory Work Packetmemory work list for all four grade groups, plus pull-out Scripture memory drill card listing questions by day (a great tool for “Shoot for the Summit” Scripture memory drill leader!).#209 $6.50

(Grades 5 & 6)

Teacher resourcesTeacher PacketTeacher GuideVBS overview & complete instructions for classroom teachers, assistants & department heads; 3 age-graded guides—4’s–k, Grades 1–6, and 2’s & 3’s.

QuickStart GuideAt-a-glance reference card highlighting Teacher Guide essentials; 5 age-specific guides.

Bible Lesson CurriculumSee description under director kit, page 5.

Bible Lessons “At a Glance”Full-color quick-reference summary chart of Bible Lessons.

Trail Journal & Answer SheetsStudent book (see Student Packet, page 4), plus accompanying answer sheets for Grades 1–6.#300A 4’s–K Teacher Pkt $14.50#300B Grades 1 & 2 Teacher Pkt $14.75#300C Grades 3 & 4 Teacher Pkt $14.75#300D Grades 5 & 6 Teacher Pkt $14.75#300E 2’s & 3’s Teacher Pkt* $14.50*2’s & 3’s student book is the Upward Bound Memory Book (see page 4).

#300A-300E

Director resources, cont’d.

Assistant Teacher PacketQuickStart GuideAt-a-glance age-graded reference card highlighting Teacher Guide essentials.

Bible Lessons “At a Glance”Full-color quick-reference summary chart of Bible Lessons.

Trail Journal & Answer SheetsStudent book (see Student Packet, page 4), plus accompanying answer sheets for Grades 1–6.#300F 4’s–K Asst Teacher Pkt $7.25#300G Grades 1 & 2 Asst Teacher Pkt $7.50#300H Grades 3 & 4 Asst Teacher Pkt $7.50#300I Grades 5 & 6 Asst Teacher Pkt $7.50#300J 2’s & 3’s Asst Teacher Pkt* $7.25Also available separately:**#301 Bible Lesson Curriculum $8.50#301B Bible Lessons “At a Glance” $2.75#302A 4’s–K Trail Journal $2.75#302B Grades 1 & 2 Trail Journal $2.75#302C Grades 3 & 4 Trail Journal $2.75#302D Grades 5 & 6 Trail Journal $2.75**Though these items are available separately, we strongly advise ordering complete packets for your teachers. Their understanding of Upward Bound’s entire content and format will make all the difference in your VBS!

#300F-300J*

Prices subject to change without notice.

Page 7: VBSRA 2013 Upward Bound Catalog

www.vbsreachout.com • 7

Publicity resources

“Reachout Adventures songs are fabulous!

Our family always keeps VBS CD’s in the car—a must

on vacation!” Mother of five

“I loved VBS because I learned about God in fun ways! I remember a lot of the songs and Bible verses, and I use

them when I feel sad or afraid.”Allison, age 11

PosterFull-color 11” x 17” poster printed with upward Bound design, leaving room for your church’s specific publicity info.#500 $1.50

PostcardsSpread the word about your upward Bound with these full-color postcards! Space on reverse side for church information & mailing label. Four perforated cards per 8½” x 11” sheet for easy backside copying on your laser printer. #501 $9.00 (pkg of 52 cards; 13 sheets)

Outdoor BannerFull color 5’ x 3’ sturdy vinyl banner, complete with grommets for easy mounting. Leaves room for your church’s specific publicity info. Reusable! #502 $44.99

Artwork for producing fliers & other publicity items is available on the Artwork CD (included in Director Kit or sold separately); see page 5.

FREE coaching available1-866-GO•VBSRA

(468-2772)

Music resourcesMusic CD’s14 great upward Bound songs with engaging music & lesson-reinforcing lyrics! Excellent for use in training meetings, VBS assemblies, classrooms, as well as for purchase by parents & staff. Leader’s version includes songs & instrumental-only tracks.#400 Music CD $12.25#401 Leader’s Music CD $14.25 Take a 20% discount if purchasing 20 or more CD’s!

Piano MusicPiano music & guitar chords for all upward Bound songs, with cross-reference guide to corresponding Bible lessons. Assembled in coil-bound book convenient for page turning.

#402 $18.00

Song Overhead Set*Song lyrics overhead transparencies to project for all to see. Allows visiting parents to join in; great for your Summit Celebration Closing Program!#403 $18.00

20/20Discount!

#500

#501

#502

*PowerPoint® Song Lyrics Presentation included on Artwork CD (#204, page 5).

Page 8: VBSRA 2013 Upward Bound Catalog

WristbandsRemind your Backpackers of upward Bound’s Gospel Presentation message with these “ ‘Crossed Over’—to Life!” silicon wristbands. Popular with children & adults, these wristbands make great conversation starters. Available in the 3 team colors (red, green, blue) and staff color (gold). #600A Red $5.25 (pkg of 5)#600B Green $5.25 (pkg of 5)#600C Blue $5.25 (pkg of 5)#600D Gold $5.25 (pkg of 5)

Upward Bound T-ShirtsOutfit your entire VBS—Backpackers, Guides, staff, parents, & siblings too!—in these awesome 50/50 T-Shirts. Verse text reads: “…God exalted Him to the highest place…” Philippians 2:9. Optional: church name and/or logo printed on shirt back (locker patch style at nape of neck) for extra publicity. Shipped separately. See order form for deadlines & ship date options.

#700 youth S (6–8) $6.99#701 youth M (10–12) $6.99#702 youth L (14–16) $6.99#703 Adult S (34–36) $7.99#704 Adult M (38–40) $7.99#705 Adult L (42–44) $7.99#706 Adult XL (46–48) $7.99#707 Adult XXL (50–52) $9.99#708 Church Name Drop Price chart below#709 Church Logo Drop $20.00

Church Name Drop PricesTotal Qty Shirts Cost per Shirt24–47 $1.5048–71 $1.2572–143 $1.10144–287 $1.00288–499 $.90500 and up $.80

Accessories “…rich biblical theology ...unsurpassed for interest and fun.”

Pastor Robert Rayburn, Faith Presbyterian Church, Tacoma, WA

“ Love the Scripture memory focus! With so little of that these days, our teachers and parents were surprised

by the enthusiasm and ease with which even the youngest children learned their verses!”

Nancy Myers, Coddle Creek ARP Church, Concord, NC

“By far one of the most biblically-saturated and God-centered curricula we’ve ever used! Numerous

staff expressed how much they liked the depth of the lessons, and several noted how they themselves

were impacted as they prepared the lessons.”Elder Taj Eaton, Providence Mennonite Church, Montgomery, IN

“I highly recommend Reachout! This program proves you don’t have to sacrifice

in-depth Bible teaching to have a creative, fun-filled week with children!”

Sue Jakes, PCA Children’s Ministry Coordinator, Lawrenceville, GA

Take a 10% discount for 250 or more

shirts!

PHOT

O CO

VER ©

STEF

AnOL

unAR

di/S

HuTT

ERST

OCk.

COm

“Christ-centered, Bible-based, doctrinally sound, and delightfully creative. I heartily

recommend these materials!”

Senior Pastor J Ligon Duncan First Presbyterian Church, Jackson, MS

Prices subject to change without notice.