RAISING THE STANDARD TO LEAD AND LOVE LIKE JESUS
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure! At Expedition Faith, kids will journey through icy peaks, wild forests, and exciting challenges as they discover God’s truth and learn what it means to follow Jesus.
Each night will be packed with high-energy games, engaging Bible stories, fun activities, and new friendships. Your child will explore, learn, laugh, and grow in faith during this exciting four-night expedition.
Every explorer will also receive an Expedition Faith survival kit, including a VBS t-shirt and other fun surprises!
Best of all — it’s completely FREE!
Dates:
June 1–4, 2026
Time:
6:30–8:30 PM
Who:
Kids completing PreK–5th Grade (May 2026)
Where:
Highland Park Campus
4777 Lakeland Highlands Rd
Lakeland, FL 33813
We want every parent to feel fully prepared for an incredible week of Expedition Faith VBS! Please read through the details below so check-in, drop-off, pick-up, and each night of VBS can run as smoothly as possible.
group assignments
Each child will be pre-assigned to a VBS group before the week begins.
We will honor as many friend requests as possible, but friend requests are not guaranteed. Our team works hard to create groups that are safe, organized, and best set up for every child to have a great VBS experience.
Group assignments are based on grade level:
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PreK-1st Grade: Grade-specific and co-ed groups
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2nd–5th Grade: Grade-specific and gender-specific groups
Vbs Worship Songs
Start listening to our VBS Worship songs now!
Pre-Check-In
Pre-Check-In will be available on Sunday, May 31st before and after our 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM services.
This is when you can pick up your child’s Expedition Bag. The Expedition Bag will include your child’s VBS shirt, check-in security labels, and other fun goodies for the week.
We highly encourage families to take advantage of Pre-Check-In to help make the first night of VBS smooth and easy!
What to Bring Each Night
Each night of VBS, your child should bring:
*Note: please have each item labeled with your child's first and last name.
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Child's check-in security label
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A water bottle
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We will provide an empty clear water bottle in the Expedition Bag.
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A Bible, if they would like to bring one
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Their Expedition drawstring bag
NO PHONE RULE: Electronic devices are not allowed to be used by children pre-service (6pm-6:30pm) or during our programming (6:30pm-8:30pm). Please reinforce this with your children before drop off and leave all devices at home. If there is an emergency or need to make a phone call, we will take your child to our Registration Team for assistance.
Night 1 Drop-Off
VBS doors open at 6:00 PM each night. Programming will begin promptly at 6:30 PM.
If you completed Pre-Check-In, please have your child’s security code visible when you arrive so they can enter through the main lobby doors.
If you did not complete Pre-Check-In, you will pick up your child’s Expedition Bag and supplies at the check-in tables when you arrive. Our registration tables will open around 5:45 PM.
Pick-Up + Security
For your child’s safety, the only person who can pick up your child must have the matching parent pick-up security code.
This is very important! Please take a picture of your child’s pick-up code so you have it ready each night at pick-up.
Snacks + Allergies
Snacks will be provided each night of VBS, they are not to be replaced with dinner.
If your child has any allergies, please provide a safe snack for your child each night.
Snack Menu:
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Night 1: Animal crackers
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Night 2: Snack craft activity
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Supplies include graham crackers, pretzel sticks, frosting, and gummy bears
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Night 3: Goldfish
Family Night
Our final night of VBS is Family Night on Thursday, June 4th from 6:30–8:30 PM!
Parent drop-off is not permitted on Family Night because the whole family is invited to stay and celebrate with us!
There will be so much fun, including slime, food trucks with savory and sweet options, bounce houses, s’mores, and more!
Don’t miss our final night celebration!
Salvation + Baptism
If your child made a decision to say yes to Jesus at VBS or wants to go public with their faith through baptism, we would love to celebrate with your family and help you take the next step! If you have any questions, please contact Pastor Sara at Sara.davis@churchforthe.one
Register for baptism here:
