There are lots of options in the Saratoga area for Vacation Bible School programs! Here’s a breakdown of summer programs in Saratoga County by week. Don’t see your Saratoga church listed? Submit your VBS Program here!
Week of June 25 – 29
- New Life Fellowship
51 Old Gick Road, New York Saratoga Springs Map It
518-580-1810
http://www.newlifeinsaratoga.org
VBS Times: 8:45am – 12:30pm
Description: All are welcome to our 2012 Vacation Bible School program held from June 25th – 29th from 8:45am – 12:30pm. Please register via the link on our website. Also, feel free to browse and find out a bit more about our church fellowship.
- Ballston Center Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church
58 Charlton Road, Ballston Spa, New York 12020 Map It
518-885-7312
http://www.ballstoncenterchurch.org
VBS Times: 9am-12pm
Age Groups Accepted: Pre-K to Grade 6
Cost: Free
Description: SonRise National Park- Children will know that no matter what extreme challenges may come their way, they will have indescribable, all powerful, unchangeable, unwavering Jesus to guide their way! Theme verse: Philippians 4:19
How to register: Please call the church office at 518-885-7312.
Week of July 9 – 13
- The First Baptist Church of Ballston Spa
202 Milton Ave. Ballston Spa, New York 12020 Map It
518-885-8361
http://bspabaptist.org
VBS Times: 6pm-8pm
Age Groups Accepted: Pre-K to Grade 5
Cost: Free
Description: Travel back to Babylon and join Daniel–torn from his home and forced into the king’s service. Imagine the pressure of learning a new language and culture…and the shock of discovering your best friends have been tossed into a fiery furnace. Explore exotic sights and smells in a Babylonian bazaar! Kids and adults will find that they’re not much different from Daniel and his friends, who kept their faith in a faithless culture.
How to register: call 885-8361 or register on the church website
Week of July 16 – 20
- Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church
175 Fifth Ave, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866 Map It
518-584-3720
http://www.saratogaumc.org
VBS Times: 9am-11:30-am
Age Groups Accepted: entering kindergarten to grade 6
Cost: $30.00/child for the week
Description: Operation Overboard…Dare to Go Deep with God! We are bringing an underwater universe to our kids! Our campers will become divers-in-training at Operation Overboard as we plunge into God’s Word and discover stories of deep faith. The children will expand on what they’ve learned by participating ina variety of activities: making their own art projects at Aquatic Arts, singing new music at the Choral Reef, exploring science activities at Exploration Station, particpating in recreational activities at High Tide Hangout, and enjoying tasty snacks at the Diver’s Diner!
How to register: Registration forms available online at www.saratogaumc.org or contact the Saratoga church office at 584-3720
Week of July 23 – 27
- Ballston Alliance Church
518-885-6524
http://www.ballstonspachurch.com
VBS Times: 6pm-8pm
Age Groups Accepted: Pre-K to Grade 5
Cost: Free
Description: At Sky VBS, kids imagine what it would be like to bounce among the clouds, soar with eagles, and reach for the stars. The Bible comes to life in new and powerful ways as kids explore why nothing is impossible with God. Through every experience, kids find that they can trust God. Each day, kids participate in small groups, called Crews, and discover what it means to trust God!
How to register: https://www.groupvbspro.com/vbs/ez/BallstonAlliance
Week of July 30-August 3
- Faith Baptist Church
http://www.faithcrossroads.org
VBS Times: 9am-12pm
Age Groups Accepted: K-5th Grade Completed
Cost: Free
Description: SKY VBS : Everything is Possible With God!
How to register: Call the church or stop in to pick up a registration form beginning June 3rd.
We will have a Mom’s Bible Study taking place at the same time as VBS and will provide childcare/VBS for Infants-Prek as long as mom is attending the Bible Study.
- Saratoga Abundant Life Church
2325 Route 50 South, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866 Map It
518-885-5456
http://www.saratogaabundantlife.org
VBS Times: 9am-12pm
Age Groups Accepted: ages 5 to 12
Cost: Members & first time guest are free; Returning guest = $5 per child
Description: Fit For The Challenge? Be All You Can Be at Adventure Camp 2012
How to register: Pick up registration form at Sunday service or Stop by church office Monday – Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm. Online registration begins June 1, 2012. Registration forms are required for each child who will be attending Adventure Camp
Week of August 6-10
- Temple Baptist Church
142 Lower Newtown Road, Waterford, New York 12188 Map It
518-664-8658
http://www.temple-baptist.org
VBS Times: 9am-12pm
Age Groups Accepted: 3 years – entering 5th grade
Cost: Free
Description: Group Publishing’s “Babylon: Daniel’s Courage in Captivity”
How to register: On our church’s website beginning July 1. www.temple-baptist.org
Week of August 13 – 17
- St. George’s Episcopal Church
912 Route 146, Clifton Park, New York 12065 Map It
518-371-6351
http://www.stgeorgescp.org
VBS Times: 9am-12pm
Age Groups Accepted: preschool to 5th grade
Cost: $10 per child
Description: This summer we will be using the SonRise National Park VBS which includes games, music, stories, crafts and a snack.
How to register: To register, stop by the church to pick up a registration form or visit our website
VBS Director is Jen Andrus
