JAMESTOWN — Christ First United Methodist Church is gearing up to host its annual Vacation Bible School from August 5 to August 9, inviting children from the community to participate in a week-long program centered on the theme of “God’s Garden.”
Led by local educator Kenzie Mason, who serves as the children’s program director at Christ First and is an early childhood special education teacher at Southwestern Elementary School, the curriculum promises engaging and interactive lessons designed to cater to a wide age range of students.
“Our VBS lessons are highly interactive, aimed at captivating children through various activities,” Mason explained. “Our objective is to make learning about faith both enjoyable and memorable.”
Dubbed “Planting Seeds of Faith,” the program will unfold over the course of five days, each focusing on a distinct concept. Activities planned include hands-on experiences in planting and nurturing seeds, story reading and discussions, musical exploration, artistic endeavors, games, and curated video presentations. All activities will be rooted in biblical narratives that revolve around the theme of gardens. Key lessons include exploring “Fruits of the Spirit,” “The Farmer and the Seed,” and “The Vine and the Branches.”
Vacation Bible School will be hosted daily from 9 a.m. to noon at Christ First United Methodist Church. Children aged 5 to 12 are encouraged to participate, with accommodations available for younger siblings upon request.
For registration and further information, interested parties are encouraged to contact the church office at 716-664-5803 or email [email protected] no later than Friday, August 2.