Vacation Bible School is coming!! June 1st - 5th, 2026
​Providing Hope to a Fearful Generation
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In a world filled with worry and confusion, kids need to know there is a God who cares for them. At Emerald Crossing VBS, they’ll journey through Ireland’s lush landscapes, exploring the powerful words of Psalm 23. They’ll discover the life of the shepherd-king David and will learn how to cross from worry to peace, from fear to faith, and from uncertainty to a firm foundation in God’s Word through a relationship with the Good Shepherd.
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Get your passport ready for Ireland and join the adventure!
Who Can Attend?
Children throughout the community, ages 3 through 6th grade are welcome to attend.
When is it held?
VBS 2026 is June 1st - 5th, from 9:00 AM to 12:15 PM each day.
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The closing program will be Friday, June 5th at 11:45. Parents and family members are encouraged to come!
How do I sign up my child?
Who do I contact with questions?
For basic questions about VBS, contact the CBC office at (605) 224-6730. For more detailed questions, contact Katelyn Todd, Katelyn McPeck or Samantha Schuetzle.
Check-In and Out Procedure
Please know that your child’s safety is important to us! Every adult that serves in VBS (ages eighteen and under) has undergone a background screening. In addition, we have a new check in and check out procedure to make it easier for parents/guardians:
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Upon arrival, parents or guardians please bring your child(ren) to the designated check-in area inside the church.
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Using the iPad touch screen, enter the parent phone number (home or cell).
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The screen will display all adults and children associated with that number. The parent will then select the child attending VBS.
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The program will automatically print two identical stickers for each child (ages preschool–third grade). The parent will put one sticker on the child’s back and keep the other to be presented upon picking up the child.
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When picking up the child, the parent/guardian will give the sticker with the child’s name and security code to the class leader. The leader will compare the label to ensure the child is being released to the correct person. If you have a different person picking up, a photo of the check-in label will be accepted.
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IF YOU HAVE SOMEONE ELSE PICK UP YOUR CHILD, YOU CAN TAKE A PICTURE OF THE STICKER AND SEND IT TO THE PERSON WHO WILL BE PICKING UP YOUR CHILD.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How much does it cost for my child to attend?
A: We do not charge children to attend. This is a ministry provided by the church.
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Q: What do kids do each day?
A: Children will rotate through teaching time, game time, snack time and craft time, and then after finishing the day’s rotations, everyone heads back to the Assembly for the closing that includes more singing, a Creature Feature, contest results, and the hugely anticipated daily drama.
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Q: What should kids wear?
A: Casual attire is best (shorts, t-shirts) with close-toed shoes (no flip flops, please; tennis shoes preferred). Your child will have game time outside every day, and they will need to be comfortably dressed. Also, sometimes crafts can get a little messy, so wear something that you don’t mind getting dirty. Put sunscreen on your child before dropping them off.
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Q: Is there a snack served?
A: Yes, a snack will be served each day.
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Q: Are the helpers screened?
A: All helpers have current approved background checks.
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Q: What time should I arrive?
A: Come early on Monday. Since it’s the first day it takes a little longer to get checked in. Our opening session starts at 9am so make sure you arrive in time for them to get checked in for our opening. Your kids won’t want to miss it!