At Vacation Bible School, children ages 4 – grade 5 will spend each morning learning the daily Bible point by singing songs, exploring a Bible story, playing games, being imaginative, and learning about their Catholic faith – all while having fun!
Vacation Bible School 2026
Get ready to swing into fun!
Mark your calendar to trek to Rainforest Falls with us June 15-19, 2026 where kids will explore the nature of God!
At Rainforest Falls, kids will trek through a vibrant rainforest adventure filled with unforgettable Bible-learning experiences they can see, hear, and touch. Hands-on science discoveries, exciting team-building games, engaging Bible songs, and delicious treats are just a few of the standout activities that help faith grow deep roots in real life. Since everything is interactive and hands-on, kids might get a little messy—so be sure to send them in play clothes and sturdy shoes! Throughout the week, we’ll help kids discover how to recognize God’s presence and see evidence of His nature in the world around them.
VBS participants 4 years old through completed 5th grade will set out on their rainforest adventure each morning at 9:00 am and return at 12:00 pm. The cost is $60 per student.* Tuition assistance is available for St. Francis parishioners and can be requested here prior to registering.
Participant Registration opens here March 1, 2026!
Adult & Youth Volunteers Needed for 2026 VBS
VBS is a fun and important part of our catechetical mission at St. Francis and we cannot offer this wonderful program without the help of volunteers. We are seeking adult and youth volunteers who would like to help children learn about Jesus in an exciting way. If you are interested in helping plan VBS or taking on of the Adult Lead Roles, reach out to Kasie Nitzel, VBS Director, at VBS@saintfrancischurch.org. It isn’t too soon to let us know you are interested in helping next year!
Adult Lead Roles –
These leads work closely with the VBS Coordinator and are part of the core planning team. Time commitment would include time outside of the training session and VBS week.
- Pre-School Coordinator: Oversee the preschool section of VBS (1-2 hours outside of VBS week)
- Station Coordinator: Oversee VBS Station activities, ensuring station leaders are prepared, equipped and supported throughout the program (10-15 hours outside of VBS week)
- Environment Lead: Oversees all aspects of decorating from planning and design to setup and tear down. (10-15 hours outside of VBS week)
- Nursery Coordinator: Oversees the nursery during the week of VBS, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and faith-filled environment for the children of VBS volunteers (infants to toddlers) (1-2 hours outside of VBS week)
- Crew Mentor: Oversees a group of crews providing support and mentorship to Crew leaders & co-leaders. (1-2 hours outside of VBS week)
Adult & Youth Volunteer Roles
These volunteers are needed the week of VBS and would be supported by the VBS Core Planning Team.
- Crew Leader/Co-leader: Leading a group of children from station to station
- Music Crew: Leading the participants in the songs, dances and assisting in the skits
- Station Leader/helper: Plays a key role in creating an engaging, faith-filled experience for children by leading a designated station at VBS (will also assist with hospitality at opening and closing). Leader Manuals for each station are provided.
- Crafts – Leading crew leaders and the children in how to create the daily craft
- Games – Leading and supervising the children through the daily game
- Bible Adventure – Bringing a Bible story to life each day through reenactment
- Sticky Scripture – Teaching about the daily Scripture verse through a video and follow-up questions
- Snacks – Preparing the snack for each day, supervising children during snack time and clean up after
- Nursery Helper
Adult Volunteer Registration Opens here March 1, 2026!
Youth Volunteer Registration Opens here March 1, 2026!
If you have any questions, please reach out to Kasie Nitzel, VBS Director, at VBS@saintfrancischurch.org.