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The Countdown has Begun!! Register today!!

While we do offer walk-in registration the week of VBS, we ask parents to Pre–Register their kids online by June 6th

Days until VBS (June 16th–20th) 8:30am–12pm

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Are your kids ready for the best week of the summer? We are going on a Northern Adventure this year with our True North VBS!

VBS at First Methodist Bay Minette is the place to be this summer! Join us for a week full of learning about Jesus! Please follow the steps below to make sure your child is a part of the best week of the summer. Activities include making new friends, playing games, crafting, singing, dancing, and some totally tasty snacks!

Mission Project 2025

Each year we do a hands on mission project with the kids, where we show them how to be the hands and feet of Christ right here in our community. We make it fun by having a boys vs. girls competition throughout the week where the kids are encouraged to bring in items or spare change/money depending on the project. On the Friday of VBS we let the kids get really hands on with the project, some years that’s helping assemble hurricane disaster relief kits, pack school supply backpacks for local schools, or food backpacks for the same schools. Our Mission Project this year is going to be a food drive for our local Ecumenical Food Pantry that is run by the North Baldwin Ministerial Association. The Ecumenical Food Pantry has been serving our community for more than 40 years and we are proud to partner with them and serve our community together!

Information for Parents/Guardians

Drop off and Registration is inside the front doors of our main sanctuary (8:30am). Pickup is across the courtyard in our chapel (12pm). More information can be found in our FAQ section.

Free VBS t-shirts will be given out on a first come first serve basis, we encourage kids to wear their VBS shirt everyday so any messes made while having fun are contained.

Please click on the link below to register for VBS

Click here to Register!

FAQs

Do I need to register my child/ren in advance?

While it is not required we strongly encourage parents to Pre–Register their children as soon as they are able. Registering before May 25th insures your child will have a t–shirt in their size, and an expedited drop-off process starting that Monday morning.

What ages attend VBS?

Our program is for Children who are rising K-6th grade.

What should my child wear?

We suggest sending your child in play clothes and close toed shoe.

Will children get a snack?

Yes children get a substantial snack around 10:30am. Examples of a days snack would are grilled cheese sandwich, a fruit cup, and chips. Another example is homemade pizza rollups, veggies & dip, and a cookie.

My child has food allergies what do I need to do?

Please clearly list allergies on the registration form. We suggest parents of food allergy children send a snack that is safe for them to eat. (we try to have fruit and veggies on hand for kids with food allergies (when appropriate) but with so many children running around a snack from home is the best option and safest option)

Do we have to be members of the church for our children to attend?

VBS at First Methodist Church Bay Minette is open to the community and you do not have to be a church member to attend.

Is there a cost for VBS?

No VBS is free to attend. We do have the kids participate in a community mission project each year and that sometimes get them excited and asking for loose change or canned goods. (See section on Mission project for more information)

Are the volunteers vetted?

Yes, all volunteers age 18 & up go through a background check before being able to work with our children & youth. We also have jr. volunteers that are under 18 and a part of our youth group, they are not required to have a background check but are always supervised by adult volunteers.

Can I as a parent volunteer?

We do not guarantee that non members will be able to volunteer but Parents who want to volunteer should fill out the volunteer form and get in contact with the VBS Director listed on your confirmation email. Like all volunteers the parent must be willing to undergo an interview and a background check.

What if my child has to miss a day or can only come for part of the week?

No problem! We understand that things happen and sometimes it is not possible for a child to be there every day. All we ask is, if you know your child is going to miss a day or only be there part of the time please give us a heads up. Everyone working VBS has a heart for children and makes a point to get to know the kids in their group. So if someone stops coming, we worry!!

What if my child is special needs?

While we do not offer a special needs only option for VBS please fill out a registration form and contact the VBS Director listed in the confirmation email. Depending on your Childs needs we might be able to accommodate them. (Part of that accommodation might include requesting a parent or guardian fill out the appropriate forms and attend with their child.)

Information for Volunteers

Are you a Member of FMC Bay Minette and want to Volunteer? Click on the link below to start the process to become a volunteer for VBS! We ask that our Volunteers arrive 30 minutes before the official start of VBS each day. During this time we will have a team meeting and a time of devotion, there is also a brief meeting each day after the end of the days activities that we ask you stay for.

Please note after following the link and signing up you will also be contacted to fill out a background check if you do not have a current one on file at the church.

Click here to Volunteer!

The safety of your children is our top priority. As such all Volunteers in the Youth and Children’s departments must undergo background checks.

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