Director Guide - On the Boardwalk VBS 2027 by Cokesbury
Director Guide - On the Boardwalk VBS 2027 by Cokesbury
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- Activity bank featuring decorating concepts, registration workflows, music cues, crafts, and science activities adaptable for Weekend, One-Day, or full-day formats
- Included in the Ultimate Starter Kit
- VBS 2027 - On the Boardwalk by Cokesbury
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Description
The On the Boardwalk Director Guide equips directors to lead a joyful, faith-filled VBS experience focused on friendship with Jesus. This 96-page guide provides everything directors need to plan, organize, and lead their team from early preparation through the final celebration. Released March 2, 2027, it supports both first-time and seasoned directors.
- Planning Made Easy - Step-by-step strategies, checklists, and timelines to lead with confidence and stay organized.
- Volunteer Success - Practical tips for recruiting, training, and building a strong volunteer team.
- Fun and Engaging Ideas - Creative decorating, registration, promotion, music, crafts, and science activities.
- Flexible Formats - Adaptable plans for Weekend VBS, One-Day VBS, or full-day camp.
- Five Bible stories and daily themes that teach friendship with Jesus through scripture and activities.
Rooted in 1 John 4:7, the On the Boardwalk program helps kids discover that loving others is what Jesus had in mind. Daily lessons highlight friendship themes: Day 1 - Jesus is a friend (Luke 5:1-11); Day 2 - Friends are kind (John 4:4-30); Day 3 - Friends are faithful ((more...)
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Additional Information
UPC: 9781791043070Age Level: AdultsYear: 2027Audience: AdultsLanguage: EnglishVBS Category: Leader ResourcesFilter Product Type: PhysicalBrand : CokesburyProduct Category: VBSCondition: New
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On the Boardwalk VBS
Where Friendship Starts With Jesus. On the Boardwalk by Cokesbury is a VBS that brings a fun, coastal summer energy to your church while anchoring kids in deep faith lessons. Grounded in 1 John 4:7, this program explores five essential Bible truths about biblical friendship and love, equipping children with practical tools to live and love like Jesus. Plus, Taffy the Seagull puppet is a friend kids will love seeing every day at VBS! On the Boardwalk is the newest VBS theme from Cokesbury.
Cokesbury VBS
From the moment VBS begins, Cokesbury's VBS is designed to introduce a child to a deeper relationship with God through Jesus Christ. Each activity is developed, tested, and refined to be an engaging, age-appropriate experience to bring the word of God alive to every participant and volunteer. Cokesbury's VBS is based on the Bible and the gospel of the living Christ.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does the On the Boardwalk Director Guide include?
The 96-page Director Guide (released March 2, 2027) includes step-by-step planning strategies, checklists, and timelines; practical volunteer recruitment and training tips; an activity bank with decorating concepts, registration workflows, promotion ideas, music cues, crafts, and science activities; adaptable plans for multiple VBS formats; and five Bible stories/daily themes that teach friendship with Jesus.
- Is this guide suitable for first-time VBS directors?
Yes. The guide supports both first-time and seasoned directors by providing clear timelines, ready-to-use checklists, and step-by-step strategies to plan, organize, and lead the team from early preparation through the final celebration.
- Which VBS formats does the Director Guide support?
The guide provides adaptable plans and activity variations for Weekend VBS, One-Day VBS, and full-day camp formats so you can scale schedules, rotations, and sessions to fit each format.
- How does the guide help with recruiting and training volunteers?
It offers practical tips plus checklists and timelines for recruiting, orienting, scheduling, and equipping volunteers, helping directors assign roles and train teams efficiently for smooth VBS operations.
- What biblical focus and daily themes are included?
The program is rooted in 1 John 4:7 and uses five Bible stories to teach friendship with Jesus. Example daily themes include Day 1 — "Jesus is a friend" (Luke 5:1-11) and Day 2 — "Friends are kind" (John 4:4-30).
