More VBS

I already got to help with vacation Bible school (VBS) at Holden and Dale, and this week I was in on the festivities at Grace.

Their overall theme was "God's Safety Camp," and they had the usual supper, singing, games, and crafts. My contribution was a Bible story and short discussion that tied in with each night's topics. The first night focused on fire safety, the second first aid, and the third (and final) night on personal and community safety.

It made for some great adventures...like Firefighter Nate in full gear while Firefighter Pat explained what it was about.




The kids got to see the water spray from the truck all the way up to the water tower...




...and then they got to do their own water spraying.




First Responder Carmen taught the kids some great first aid tips, like how to stabilize a broken arm.




And she helped them put together their own first aid kits.




Rice County Sheriff's Deputy Dan talked to the kids about all kinds of safety issues, and also about his job as a deputy and DARE officer.




Then they all had a chance to try out the lights and siren in the car. (Seriously, all of them. My ears haven't yet recovered.)




The committee put together a very educational and engaging experience for these kids, and I was delighted to be a part of it.