Plans for 2006 VBS set to be on the 'arctic edge'

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (BP) - In 2006, Vacation Bible School will go to the top of the world and then some.

Arctic Edge: Where Adventure Meets Courage is the 2006 theme for the main line of VBS curriculum published by LifeWay Christian Resources of the Southern Baptist Convention. In this VBS, children will trek north to the Arctic, where daily excursions from Big Bear Lodge will have them hiking across the tundra, exploring the seascape by kayak and skimming the back country in a float plane.

As VBSers test their limits in the challenges of the vast Arctic wilderness, they will learn that God is always with them and that they can find the courage required to follow Jesus in the everyday challenges of life. The Scripture for the Arctic Edge VBS is Joshua 1:9 - "Haven't I commanded you: be strong and courageous? Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go" (HCSB). The motto for the week is "Be strong! Be courageous! Follow Jesus!"

Arctic Edge VBS curriculum is designed for all age groups and offers a three-hour schedule for five days. The website www.lifeway.com/yourvbs is available and includes helps, resources, games and a prayer calendar.

Club VBS: Space Quest! is LifeWay's second line of VBS and will use John 14:6: "I am the way, the truth, and the life" (HCSB) as its Scripture. The motto is "Jesus: The Way, the Truth, the Life!"

Club VBS curriculum is designed for a traditional weeklong summer VBS, spring break, fall break, day camps, mission trips and mid-week programs. It offers a two-hour schedule for five days - Bible study, crafts and recreation/snacks rotation - and an all-in-one pack that includes everything needed for 40 children and 10 preschoolers, including a website with helps and year-round accessibility. It can be used with any Bible translation.

VBS curriculum is available at Lifeway stores and online at www.lifeway.com.