Campfire VBS

Campfire VBS takes kids on a journey through a classic camping-themed Vacation Bible School experience, as they explore the powerful truth that Jesus is the light of the world. It’s the perfect VBS camping theme for a summer full of fun, faith, and friendship.

Created by the makers of the One Story curriculum and available exclusively on RaiseUpFaith, Campfire VBS is a joy-filled, media-rich, 5-day camping VBS that your kids will love.

Why Choose a Camping-Themed VBS?

All of the best things happen around a Campfire! Light, warmth. Friends, family. Stories, laughter. S'mores and more! There's something about that glow, that invitation to linger that stirs up some amazing memories and ideas.

And who better to introduce a camp out VBS than legendary adventurer Bear Grylls? He knows a thing or two about campfire chats and outdoor adventures. Watch his special message to kick off your Campfire VBS experience!

Getting Set - Starting the Campfire!

Every good campfire starts with just one match being struck. As you read on you'll learn how to set up your very own camping-themed VBS so that your kids can take the light and pass it on.

Kids Will Love Campfire VBS

From the games, crafts, snacks, Bible stories, songs and campfire chats to the everyday moments with their camp counsellors and fellow campers. This camping VBS experience will help kids discover that they can be light-bringers in their families, communities and beyond!

Strike A Match

No camping VBS is complete without a great singalong, and this one is no different. Campfire comes with its very own theme song for you to sing together every day. Careful though, this one will stick in your head for months to come. Here's a sneak peak.

Foundational Verse

We take our inspiration for Campfire VBS straight from the book of Hebrews - the idea that our young people will take the light that lives in them, and pass it on to help each other do good works, and light up the world with the love of Jesus.

Scope and Sequence

Campfire is a five-day camping-themed VBS experience with a clear structure, strong biblical foundation, and powerful daily takeaways. Each day includes a key Bible passage and a Big Idea that ties everything together.

DAY 1

Big Idea: Jesus is speaking to us.

Scripture: Philip and the man from Ethiopia | Acts 8:26-40

DAY 2

Big Idea: Jesus loves everyone. Absolutely everyone.

Scripture: Paul Meets Jesus | Acts 9:1-31

DAY 3

Big Idea: Jesus is the light of the world.

Scripture: Paul and Silas in jail | Acts 16:16-40

DAY 4

Big Idea: Jesus is our safe place.

Scripture: Paul's Wild Voyage | Acts 27

DAY 5

Big Idea: Jesus is unstoppable.

Scripture: Paul arrives in Rome and shares about the Kingdom | Acts 28:1-16; 30-31

Content flow

Every day on Campfire follows the same flow, and includes a multitude of video elements. Here are some examples of the kinds of content you'll get to use!

Campfire Chat: Does Jesus Love Bullies?

Game Time Key Verse

So, what are you waiting for? Strike a match, fan the flame, and start your camping VBS adventure with Campfire today.