2025 Vacation Bible School
Monday, July 13- Friday, July 17
from 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Walkersville, Maryland
In a world filled with worry and confusion, kids need to know there is a God who cares for them. At Emerald Crossing VBS, they'll journey through Ireland's lush landscapes, exploring the powerful words of Psalm 23. They'll discover the life of the shepherd-king David and will learn how to cross from worry to peace, from fear to faith, and from uncertainty to a firm foundation in God's Word through a relationship with the Good Shepherd.
Journey through Ireland in Emerald Crossing, where Psalm 23 comes to life! Kids will explore God as Shepherd, Guide, Comforter, Provider, and King through David's story, hands-on activities, and apologetics.
From Donegal's green pastures to Dublin's Viking history, each day reveals how God leads, protects, and provides.
Join the adventure!
ANIMAL PALS
Day One
Mia
The Connemara Sheep
Lost to Found
Bible Story
1 Samuel 17:34-37
Lesson Focus
Like David, I can be a child of God and have the Lord as my shepherd.
Memory Verse
Psalm 23:1
Apologetics Focus
Is the Lord MY shepherd?
Day Two
Guide
The Border Collie
Wrong Path to Right Path
Bible Story
1 Samuel 17
Lesson Focus
Like David, I need the Lord to lead me on the right path through his Word.
Memory Verse
Psalm 23:2-3
Apologetics Focus
Do you love God's Word and want to read, study, and obey it so you can stay on his right path?
Day Three
Shadow
The Raven
Fearful to Peaceful
Bible Story
1 Samuel 19-23
Lesson Focus
Like David, I can turn to the Lord for comfort when I am anxious or afraid.
Memory Verse
Psalm 23:4
Apologetics Focus
Do you turn to God when you are anxious?
Day Four
Pesky
The Woolly Aphid
Grumbling to Grateful
Bible Story
2 Samuel 5:1-5
Lesson Focus
Like David, I can have an attitude of gratitude in every situation.
Memory Verse
Psalm 23:5
Apologetics Focus
We can be thankful for who God is and what he's done for us rather than grumbling about our circumstances. Do you grumble or are you grateful?
Day Five
Shirley
The Highland Cow
Shaky to Sure
Bible Story
1 Chronicles 22, 2 Samuel 7
Lesson Focus
Like David, I need to look for God's goodness and mercy, my traveling companions through life.
Memory Verse
Psalm 23:6
Apologetics Focus
Are you sure you belong to God?