VBS 2025: Workers' Info & Registration

What is VBS? Who can attend VBS?

Vacation Bible School, or VBS for short, is a special holiday program primarily aimed at ministering to children from the International Baptist Church (IBC) of Singapore. It is also an outreach and evangelism opportunity for children who have not heard the Gospel, or do not attend church. Children ages 3 1/2 to 12 will learn about God through Bible stories, activities, music, crafts, games, and even fellowship over tasty snacks, all set to a creative theme that changes yearly!

What is this year's theme?

Theme: MAGNIFIED 🔍

Motto: Declaring the bigness of God in the smallest things.

Verse: Psalm 34:3 — “Proclaim the Lord's greatness with me; Let us exalt His name together.”

When and where will VBS be held this year?

VBS will be hosted by IBC from June 11-14, 2024 (yes, 4 days this year!). We are located at 81 King’s Road, Singapore 266358. Key dates and timings for this year's VBS week are listed below. Save the dates!

VBS DAY

June 11-13 (Wed-Fri) - 9:00am-1:00pm

June 14 (Sat) - 12:30pm-4:30pm



VBXpress

June 11-13 (Wed-Fri) - 6:00pm-8:00pm

June 14 (Sat) - 12:30pm-4:30pm



Family Night

June 14 (Sat) - 5:00pm-7:00pm

What are the time commitments for VBS Workers?

Thank you for asking! All VBS Workers are needed at:

• All Workers Training: May 4 (Sun), 1:00pm-4:00pm
• Set Up Day: June 8 (Sun), 1:00pm-4:00pm
• Family Night: June 14 (Sat) 5:00pm-7:00pm

VBS DAY Workers are needed at:

• June 11-13 (Wed-Fri), 8:30am-1:30pm
• June 14 (Sat), 12:00pm-5:00pm

VBXpress Workers are needed at:

• June 11-13 (Wed-Fri), 5:30pm-8:30pm
• June 14 (Sat), 12:00pm-5:00pm

Please note: All workers need to be 16 years old or older and available to serve on all four days of VBSDay or VBXpress.

What can we look forward to at VBS?

This year at VBS, children ages 3 to 12 will learn that while God is big and great and created everything, He also pays attention to the smallest of details—and He sees and loves each and every one of us.

We will MAGNIFY God's love, forgiveness and faithfulness!

As VBS workers, we will come together to deliver a series of meaningful programs for the attending children. Packed with Bible stories, activities, music, crafts and games, VBS will propel kids to follow Christ!

How can I serve?

Below is a list of areas that you can serve in.

[VBXpress only needs workers in Bible Activity, Games, Crafts, Music and Photography/Media.]

1. DECORATION (pre-VBS) : Create spectacular decorations, backdrops, banners and artistic props to dress up the sanctuary, stage, hallways and special rooms at IBC.
2. REGISTRATION (pre- & during VBS) : Receive, process and confirm registrations as parents sign up their children. Sort, pack and prepare goodie bags. Welcome all our eager children on the first morning of VBS. Be deployed to departments of need when VBS is in session.
3. PRAYER (pre- & during VBS) : Pray over all aspects of VBS. From the leadership team to the littlest ones attending VBS, cover and commit everyone and everything in faithful prayer.
4. BIBLE ACTIVITY : Bring Bible stories to life and explain God's big plan for each precious child.
5. DRAMA : Perform for our children in engaging short skits.
6. MUSIC : Teach children to worship God through song and dance.
7. CRAFTS : Prepare craft materials and guide children in daily art activities.
8. GAMES : Challenge our children in teamwork and high energy games.
9. GUIDES : Journey with the 5-12 year olds through daily stations. Be available and love on every child in your charge.
10. PRESCHOOL : Lead and guide the 3-4 year olds in Bible Activities, Crafts, Music and Games.
11. NURSERY (for 9 months to 3 year olds) : Care for the babies of VBS Workers who are serving wholeheartedly in various departments.
12. KITCHEN : Prepare delicious snacks for all the hungry children and hardworking volunteers who come to VBS.
13. AUDIO/VISUAL : Provide audio and visual support during daily assemblies and Family Night.
14. PHOTOGRAPHY/MEDIA : Capture action, expression and memories of VBS. Create content for photo and video montages.
15. SECURITY/TRAFFIC : Ensure everyone at VBS is secure. Regulate human flow and vehicular traffic during arrival and dismissal.
16. FIRST AID : Make VBS a safe and healthy environment for all our children. Respond to any minor accidents and injuries calmly. First aid certification is a plus.
17. FAMILY NIGHT (Saturday) : Plan, set up, host and serve a delicious dinner to all performing children and their adoring families after our VBS grand finale.
18. FOOD CONTRIBUTION : Contribute nourishing food items during VBS.
19. SPONSORSHIP : Sponsor needy children to participate in VBS and/or to defray overall VBS expenses.

Will food be provided?

Yes, light refreshments will be available for workers, and snacks will be provided for children attending VBS. On June 14, Saturday, after our finale at Family Night, all VBS workers, children, and their families will also get the chance to have fellowship over a light dinner.

I am a parent. Can I serve in VBS to be with my child?

VBS is a children-only program. This means that parents are not allowed to be with their child(ren) during the daily sessions. Please rest assured that your child(ren) will be in the good and able hands of our workers.

You are welcome to serve with us in various capacities! Please note, however, that you will not be assigned to an area where you are able to accompany your child. If there are special circumstances that require you to be with your child during the duration of the program, please write to us at vbs@ibcs.org. 

I would like to serve in VBS but need childcare for my little ones. Can you help? 

Nursery childcare is provided for children from 9 months to 3 years old who have a parent serving in VBS. Spots are very limited and all children in the Nursery must be pre-registered. Please do so when you sign up to serve.

I’m ready to serve! Where do I sign up? How much is it?

Registration is free for VBS Workers! Just complete the Workers' Application Form linked here and we will be in touch with you soon.

How will I receive announcements on VBS?

Please ensure your email address and contact number are entered correctly upon registration. We will be communicating with you through these means. If you have any other questions, please write to us at vbs@ibcs.org.