VBS - Friends Church | East Richland

Vacation Bible School 2026

June 22 - 26, 8:00 A.M - 12:00 A.M

what to expect

At Illumination Station VBS, kids will explore how the bible reveals who Jesus truly is. Each day points them to the truth that Jesus is the Light of the World–the promised, powerful Son of God who brings forgiveness and hope.

Plus, we’ll put the spotlight on Jesus; helping kids understand who He is and why He matters so much!

tips for a successful week at VBS

4 years – Kindergarten are dropped off & picked up at the children’s wing entrance in the Grand Concourse 1st grade-6th grade are dropped off & picked up in their assigned pew in the sanctuary (pew assignments are based on classroom assignments, which can be found printed on their nametag) Registration/check-in begins at 7:30 am & goes until 8:05 am.

Upon check-in every morning, each child will receive a name tag sticker with a printed code. The parent/guardian will receive a tag with the matching code. Upon pickup, each parent/guardian will be asked to present the matching tag/code before any child will be released. If someone else is picking up other than who dropped off: a picture of the matching tag is acceptable. Tags/codes change every day for security so be sure to get your parent tag at check-in each morning. All adults working in any capacity with VBS have been background checked. We also have licensed medical professionals onsite all week

There is no need to send anything extra, however, some children prefer to bring their own water bottle. If you think your child may need extra clothes: be sure to write your child’s name on the clothing and put it in a ziplock bag. Children who bring their Bible or a friend can earn extra tokens to use at the Missions Store!

Since everything is hands-on, kids might get a little messy. Be sure to send them in play clothes. And, we want your kiddos to be able to move around easily and participate in all activities – closed-toe shoes are best for VBS (flip flops and sandals are fabulous for all things summer – just not VBS) Thanks for understanding!

Yes. Be sure to fill out the medical part of the registration with any food allergies your child has. We will also have a sticker at the check-in station for you to put on your child’s tag to ensure we see the allergy.

Parents are welcome to attend the opening or closing session each day of VBS, but are asked to sit in the pews at the back of the sanctuary.

5th & 6th graders spend their day in the IFLC with lessons, activities, games, & crafts that are geared to their age. They still join the opening and closing each day in the sanctuary.

No, any child ages 4 years through 6th grade are welcome to attend.

You can purchase t-shirts when you register your child for VBS participation.