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VBS 2025

Camp Kindness 2025
Monday, June 23 – Friday, June 27

Inspired by The Wild Robot film and book series, St. John’s Camp Kindness will invite children to consider how following Jesus’ command to love and look out for others is the very best way to survive and thrive in a wild, wild world. Children will create their own large-scale art projects at the “Craft Cabin,” learn to play handbells at the “Music Hut,” develop their own skits in the “Theatre House,” and more to discover that kindness can be a survival skill.  

Who?
All children 4 years old (and potty-trained) – 4th graders, both St. John’s members and non-members alike, are invited to join us for this awesome week at St. John’s. 

The Wild Robot Screening!
Free screening of The Wild Robot at the historic Princess Theatre on Sunday, June 22 at 4:00 PM included with registration!

Questions?
Please review the FAQs below and/or contact The Rev. Sam Burcham, Deacon and Director of Outreach and Family Ministries. 

Contact Sam
Daily Schedule
English Registration
Registro Español
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Frequently Asked Questions

What time does VBS start each day?

9:00 AM

What time does VBS end each day?

12:00 PM

Will my child receive a t-shirt?

Yes!

What does VBS cost?

Nothing! Its absolutely FREE!

What can I expect when dropping my child off?

We can’t wait to meet your children! Please drop them off by coming inside the covered drive (at the Gordon Drive entrance) where they will sign in each day and receive a pretty snazzy name-tag!

Are snacks provided?

Yes, each day there is a snack at the Snack Shack!

How do I sign up for the free screening of The Wild Robot at The Princess Theatre on Sunday, June 22 at 4:00 PM?

When you register for VBS, your seat is confirmed!

What will my child do each day?

From making life-sized self portraits, to learning to play handbells – and so much more – your child will engage in art and action to learn that kindness can be a survival skill!

Is there a closing program?

Yes, on Sunday, June 29 during the 10:30 AM service, children will play handbells, sing a song, and then show you’re their creations from the week! Oh, and we’ll have some tasty snacks 😊.

Where is St. John’s Episcopal Church located?

202 Gordon Drive SE Decatur, AL 35601 (we’re across the street from Banks-Caddell Elementary School!)