VBS Volunteers

Everything you need to lead well at VBS

Volunteer Information

State of IL DCFS Mandatory Reporter Training

All volunteers 18+ are required to complete the State of IL DCFS Mandatory Reporter Training. Our staff will reach out to you with more information if this applies to you.

Complete the DCFS

Background Check

All volunteers 18+ must undergo a background check. Our staff will reach out to you with more information if this applies to you.

Volunteer Info Packet

Discover a treasure trove of helpful information specifically for VBS volunteers.

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Complete Child Protective Policy Training

Every volunteer is required to have completed this training before they serve. This is done on a yearly basis per our insurance policy.

Online Training

Preschool Leader Packet

Find detailed information and best practices for volunteers who work with preschoolers.

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Elementary Group Guide Packet

Find detailed information and best practices for volunteers who work with elementary students.

get the packet

Facebook Group

Our Facebook Group serves as a companion to this page and is a place where you can share photos, ask questions, and stay in the loop about all things VBS. This is a private group designed for individuals who are participating in the 2024 VBS at Village Church of Bartlett. Please note: If your Facebook name is different from your VBS registration name, please indicate that when requesting to join the group.

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VBS 2024 Fundraiser & Service Project

The Local Outreach Ministry at Village Church is devoted to the good of our neighbors and community as we grow as disciples of Jesus. We use our resources to partner with local organizations and social workers to serve vulnerable populations in Bartlett and surrounding areas. A percentage of the funds we raise will be allocated to each of these organizations.

Safe Families for Children – Chicago, IL
The Ruth Project – Elgin, IL
Evangelical Child & Family Agency – Wheaton, IL
The Forgotten Initiative – Elgin, IL
A gift for Department of Child & Family Services (DCFS) Employees
School Supply Backpack Drive for The Forgotten Initiative – Elgin, IL

Fundraiser Info

Linger Longer Schedule

Volunteers and their families are invited to connect after a morning spent serving together. Find the schedule for each Linger Longer throughout the week of VBS.

Linger Longer Schedule

VBS Photos

Find photos of each day’s activities on our Breaker Rock Beach photo album! New photos uploaded daily.

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School Supply Backpack Drive

Your donations will outfit a child in foster care with the school supplies necessary to begin the school year. Help us meet our goal of filling 30 backpacks. Please sign up for the items you wish to donate here. Drop off new school supplies through Friday, July 19. Find the flyer for this service project on page four of the Fundraiser & Service Project Information packet.

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Fundraiser & Service Project Information

Kona Ice Fundraiser

July 19 | 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. | Village Church of Bartlett

Grab some delicious tropical shaved ice from Kona Ice at our Bonfire Beach Party celebration picnic on Friday, July 19. 20% of the proceeds will go toward this year’s fundraiser.

Sing With Us!

Want to keep singing along? Stream or download all of the Breaker Rock Beach music right here! You can also sing along on the following streaming platforms.

Spotify

YouTube Music

Apple Music

Pandora

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