VBS
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Great Planning Kit Value along with Words by Heart DVD Movie!
Welcome to The Jesus Connection…What a Friend! Vacation Bible School Program Join the Connection Counsel at the Jesus Connection Academy (or JCA) as we explore God’s Word through print, online, and through social media and learn character-building qualities that teach us how to live in fellowship with Jesus. To live in fellowship is to have a real-time connection with Jesus because when you are connected to Jesus, you want to live like Him. Through The Jesus Connection program, we’re certain your students will obtain a scripturally sound education that will last a lifetime. There is never any down time or slow access to Jesus, so this connection will last forever! It’s a connection for eternity that will build and enhance the spiritual qualities needed to live today.
VBS HIGHLIGHTS:
• Ten lessons that can be used interchangeably for a 5- or 10-day program
• Easy-to-follow lessons that meet the needs of the preschooler to the adult student
• I nteractive DVD with vignettes and upbeat music and videos that can be used for opening programs
• R esource CD-ROM with extra activities for all age levels, training tips for teachers and directors, reproducible forms for skits, litanies, registration forms, a color logo, and so much more!
• Lessons that are easily integrated for after school, holiday, or special event programs
• New activities as well as discounted crafts
• W ords by Heart DVD family friendly movie. At the turn of the century, a bright young African-American girl triggers anger in her all-white town by winning a Bible memorization contest. The anger escalates to violence against her father when he’s given a demeaning job that had been done by a white man. The film shows how the father’s forgiveness changes the little girl’s life.
10 COMPLETE LESSONS—Flexible for a 5-day Program
The Jesus Connection…What a Friend! Theme Scripture: “God…invited you into this wonderful friendship with His Son, Jesus Christ our Lord” (from 1 Corinthians 1:9, TLB). Theme Focus: Students will study Bible personalities to identify character traits that can help them live in fellowship with Jesus and others.
Lesson
What’s Trending
Profile (Character Trait)
Background
Spotlight
Key Word
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Created With A Purpose
Adam (Trustworthiness)
Genesis 1:26-27; 2:19
We are created in God’s image
Genesis 1:27
2*
Say “No” To Sin
Joseph (Purity)
Genesis 39:2-9
Sinning displeases God
Deuteronomy 6:18
Winners Pray
Asa (Trust)
2 Chronicles 14:8-13
God answers prayer
2 Chronicles 14:11b
It Takes Courage
Esther (Faith)
Esther 4:9-16
Be proud of who you are
Psalm 56:3
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Caring Calls for Action
Ebed-Melek (Compassion)
Jeremiah 38:7-12; 39:16
We must care about others
1 Thessalonians 5:15
6*
Tell It Everywhere
John the Baptist (Salvation)
John 1:19-33
Stand up for what you believe
John 3:16
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Forgiven
Peter (Salvation)
Luke 22:34, John 18:25-27; John 21:15-17
You can be forgiven
1 John 1:9
8*
Available For Service
Simon of Cyrene (Christian Service)
Matthew 27:32, 5:13-16
God can use ordinary people
Galatians 6:10
True Blue
Mary Magdalene (Loyalty)
John 20:11-18, 23:49
It pays to be loyal to Jesus
I Want To Know
The Ethiopian Eunuch (Salvation)
Acts 8:27-38
Diligence pays off
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*Recommended for five-day program
Proverbs 17:17
Acts 16:31b
Start your connection by purchasing The Jesus Connection...What a Friend! Leader's PLANNING KIT!
PLANNING KIT INCLUDES: • Director’s Guide • Planning DVD (Includes Theme Song, Videos, and Vignettes) • One Teacher Guide which includes 10 lessons for each level (Preschool, Primary, Junior, Teen) • One Student Book which includes 10 lessons for each age level (Preschool, Primary, Junior, Teen) • Words by Heart DVD Movie • Resource CD-ROM • You are Invited Poster • Theme Poster • Sample Name Tag
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The Jesus Connection Sun Visor The Jesus Connection Silicon Bracelet Theme Verse Drawstring Bag The Jesus Connection Travel Water Bottle 24-Piece Puzzle The Jesus Connection Word Search Puzzles Activity Book Sunglasses Flashing Ring Sample The Jesus Connection Shoelace The Jesus Connection VBS Catalog The Jesus Connection Order Form Adult Sample Lesson
GREAT VALUE @ $ 79.99! 50% Savings! ITEM NO. 6-0054 $79.99
Director's Resources
THE JESUS CONNECTION…WHAT A FRIEND! DIRECTOR’S GUIDE
THE JESUS CONNECTION…WHAT A FRIEND! RESOURCE CD-ROM
This 80-page Director’s Guide has everything you need for a successful Vacation Bible School program. There are instructions from pre-program planning, to teaching, budgeting, publicity, training teachers, and follow-up strategies. Also included are easy-to-follow opening and closing programs, staff devotions, reproducible take-home devotionals, and so much more!
The Resource CD-ROM offers extra activities for all age levels: litanies that can be reproduced for assembly participation, song lyrics, reproducible pages for registration, bulletin inserts, recruiting fliers, skits, color logo, take-home devotionals, teaching tips, and much more. Not sold separately. Available only in The Jesus Connection… What a Friend! Planning Kit.
ITEM NO. 6-0645 $11.99
THE JESUS CONNECTION…WHAT A FRIEND! Planning DVD To help with planning your program and training your staff, the planning DVD provides an overview of the program, lesson vignettes, decorating tips, music and videos. There are engaging vignettes and videos for all ages that can be played during opening and closing programs or to use for publicity purposes. This year, we’ve added NEW animated videos for the younger students in which the director can read the story while the song is played. The DVD is a great resource to direct you to a wonderful start for planning a successful program. ITEM NO. 6-0619 $21.99
THE JESUS CONNECTION…WHAT A FRIEND! TEACHER RESOURCE KITS These resource kits for each age level include 1 Teacher’s Guide, 1 Student Folder (10 lessons for one student), a set of 10 Bible Verse Posters (reiterates visual Scripture memory and can be used for classroom décor), Application Poster (reinforces teachings on following Jesus), the Bible Storybook in Preschool and Primary (gives a visual aid with paraphrased Bible story and reflects a presence of people of color in the Bible), and the ABC’s of Salvation Kit in primary and junior levels (used for individual or group study to lead children to Christ and includes the teacher booklet, “How Can I Be Saved?,” children’s leaflets, and three visual aids). PRESCHOOL ITEM NO. 6-0119 $20.99 PRIMARY ITEM NO. 6-0219 $20.99 JUNIOR ITEM NO. 6-0319 $20.99 TEEN ITEM NO. 6-0419 $20.99
Teacher and Student Resources
PRESCHOOL—TEEN TEACHER’S GUIDES
PRESCHOOL—TEEN STUDENT FOLDERS
These easy-to-follow Teacher’s Guides are perfect for the first-time leader or the seasoned Bible teacher. Each guide provides a step-by-step overview for the Bible program for all ten lessons and offers clear direction for leading VBS students. Teachers can expect thorough guidance for Bible teaching, including opening activities, Bible background information, snacks, games, and so much more!
With these folders, your students will be able to share what they’ve learned with their friends and family members or with those who don’t know Christ. Each folder contains TEN LESSONS with colorful, engaging, and educational experiences that include Scripture references and fun written activities!
PRESCHOOL ITEM NO. 6-0109 $6.99 PRIMARY ITEM NO. 6-0209 $6.99 JUNIOR ITEM NO. 6-0309 $6.99 TEEN ITEM NO. 6-0409 $6.99
PRESCHOOL ITEM NO. 6-0129 $3.99 PRIMARY ITEM NO. 6-0229 $3.99 JUNIOR ITEM NO. 6-0329 $3.99 TEEN ITEM NO. 6-0429 $3.99
Adult Resources
UMI continues its tradition of offering adult resources for Vacation Bible School. This year’s theme, Jesus’ Wireless Connection...Faith, Hope, and Love, focuses on character-building traits and principles to develop and strengthen adult students’ faith. ADULT STUDENT BOOK Designed to encourage individuals to learn, study, and grow together in God’s Word, these 10 lessons offer adult students Biblical principles and ideas on how Jesus is the connecting principle in our lives. ITEM NO. 6-0519 $11.99 ADULT LEADER’S GUIDE A guidebook for teachers providing a teaching checklist, time management ideas, questions about selected passages, practical application, and activities to lead in-depth discussion for each lesson. ITEM NO. 6-0529 $10.99 ADULT STUDY GUIDE This study guide includes word discoveries, fill-in-the-blank sentences, and key concepts to assist participants in connecting to Jesus and developing their faith. ITEM NO. 6-0559 $3.99 ADULT LEADER’S KIT (Best Value!) This inclusive Leader’s Kit contains a Student Book, a Leader’s Guide, and a Study Guide. ITEM NO. 6-0549 $22.99
* BEST VALUE! To assist directors with a limited VBS budget, UMI offers three different bundle packages to meet your needs! Build your VBS program with these bundles then add supplements as needed. Student Bundle Package #1: ü 1 Director’s Guide ü 12 Preschool Folders ü 12 Primary Folders ü 12 Junior Folders ü 12 Teen Folders ü 1 The Jesus Connection…What a Friend! Music CD ü 1 Music Songbook ü 1 Pack of Certificates of Awards for Students ü 1 Set of Bible Verse Posters (Preschool/Primary) ü 1 Set of Bible Verse Posters (Junior/Teen) ITEM NO. 6-9939 only $200 ($250 Value!) Student Bundle Package #2: ü 1 Director’s Guide ü 20 Preschool Folders ü 20 Primary Folders ü 20 Junior Folders ü 20 Teen Folders ü 1 Preschool Teacher Resource Kit ü 1 Primary Teacher Resource Kit ü 1 Junior Teacher Resource Kit ü 1 Teen Teacher Resource Kit ü 1 The Jesus Connection…What a Friend! Music CD ü 1 Music Songbook ü 1 Reproducible Craft Booklet ü 1 Outdoor Publicity Pack ITEM NO. 6-9940 only $375 ($500 value!) Adult Bundle Package: ü 20 Adult Student Books ü 20 Adult Study Guides ü 1 Pack of Certificates of Completion for Adults ITEM NO. 6-9941 only $225 ($325 value!)
Workbook
Bundle Packages For for VBS!
Gifts and Recognition Materials
T-Shirts! THE JESUS CONNECTION…WHAT A FRIEND! T-SHIRTS Every director and teacher will enjoy his or her own t-shirt for unity and recognition. These stand out t-shirts are not only great gift ideas for staff and teachers, they can be used as prize gifts for your high-achieving students.
NEON YELLOW CHILD SMALL (Neon Yellow) ITEM NO. 6-0813Y $6.49 CHILD MEDIUM (Neon Yellow) ITEM NO. 6-0823Y $6.49 CHILD LARGE (Neon Yellow) ITEM NO. 6-1833Y $6.49
NEON BLUE CHILD SMALL (Neon Blue) ITEM NO. 6-0813B $6.49 CHILD MEDIUM (Neon Blue) ITEM NO. 6-0823B $6.49 CHILD LARGE (Neon Blue) ITEM NO. 6-1833B $6.49
ADULT SMALL (Neon Yellow) ITEM NO. 6-1753Y $7.49 ADULT MEDIUM (Neon Yellow) ITEM NO. 6-1953Y $7.49 ADULT LARGE (Neon Yellow) ITEM NO. 6-1853Y $7.49 ADULT XL (Neon Yellow) ITEM NO. 6-1863Y $8.49 ADULT XXL(Neon Yellow) ITEM NO. 6-0873Y $8.49 ADULT XXXL (Neon Yellow) ITEM NO. 6-0883Y $8.49
ADULT SMALL (Neon Blue) ITEM NO. 6-1753B $7.49 ADULT MEDIUM (Neon Blue) ITEM NO. 6-1953B $7.49 ADULT LARGE (Neon Blue) ITEM NO. 6-1853B $7.49 ADULT XL (Neon Blue) ITEM NO. 6-1863B $8.49 ADULT XXL(Neon Blue) ITEM NO. 6-0873B $8.49 ADULT XXXL (Neon Blue) ITEM NO. 6-0883B $8.49
GIVEAWAYS FOR EXCEPTIONAL EFFORTS Encourage your students to learn all their Bible memory verses, to invite friends and family to the program, or to participate in all activities with these giveaways for your attendees! JESUS CONNECTION Sun Visor (Available in Black) A great gift for staff or volunteers! Adult size only ITEM NO. 6-1159B $8.99 JESUS CONNECTION Baseball Cap (Available in Black) Available in adult and child sizes. A great gift for staff or students! Child ITEM NO. 6-1154B $7.99 Adult ITEM NO. 6-1158B $9.99 JESUS CONNECTION Silicon Wrist Bands An excellent gift for students who bring in the most visitors! Neon Yellow ITEM NO. 6-1120Y $7.99 (pack of 10) Neon Blue ITEM NO. 6-1120B $7.99 (pack of 10) THE JESUS CONNECTION TRAVEL WATER BOTTLE These lightweight water bottles are great appreciation gifts for staff and teachers that can be used over and over again all through summer and the rest of the year! ITEM NO. 6-0685B $5.99
Gifts and Recognition Materials
JESUS CONNECTION SHOELACES These cool neon shoelaces will look great adorning students’ shoes while spreading the message of Jesus. They make for an easy-to-give gift at registration for all age levels! ITEM NO. 6-1148Y (Neon Yellow) / 6-1148B (Neon Blue) $15.99 (5 Pairs) SUNGLASSES Your students will enjoy these cool sunglasses for indoor or outdoor. A great gift for young children! ITEM NO. 6-1128B (Blue) / 6-1128Y (Yellow) $7.99 (Pk/5) FLASHING LIGHTS RINGS Bring a little “bling bling” and digital fun to your program with these LED flashing light rings. ITEM NO. 6-1167 $15.99 (Pk/5)
Iron-on Transfer Spread the message of The Jesus Connection with these colorful iron-on patches. Measures 8.5”x11”; available in packages of 12. ITEM NO. 6-0694 * $25.99 CERTIFICATE OF AWARD FOR YOUTH ITEM NO. 6-0919 $8.99 (Package of 25) APPRECIATION CERTIFICATE FOR VOLUNTEERS ITEM NO. 6-9620 $5.99 (Package of 20)
JESUS CONNECTION Flashing Foam Multicolor Light Stick This fun LED Light Stick is made of durable foam that’s safe for students to use. It flashes and glows in blue, green, and red, and comes with a three speed selection switch. ITEM NO. 6-1162 $3.99 each
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION FOR ADULTS ITEM NO. 6-5530 $8.99 (Package of 20)
JESUS CONNECTION Yo-Yo A great “old school” toy students can play with all year long. Available in blue. ITEM NO. 6-1161 $3.99 JESUS CONNECTION Decal Stickers These Jesus Connection theme stickers easily affix onto phones, laptops, computers, books, and other personal items. ITEM NO. 6-1165 $7.99 (Pk/3)
CROSSBODY MESSENGER BAG Whether you’re carrying your curriculum for VBS or looking for an attractive bag to carry your laptop or tablet, this beautiful crossbody bag makes a great gift. The bag features the theme Scripture with various compartments and pockets to carry all your digital resources. ITEM NO. 6-1159 $24.99 DRAWSTRING BAG Available in two colors, each featuring The Jesus Connection...What a Friend! theme Scripture, the drawstring bag measures 14”x17” to carry all of your students’ VBS resources. ITEM NO. 6-1138Y (Neon Yellow) $5.99 ITEM NO. 6-1138B (Neon Blue) $5.99
Music Resources
Music by GRAMMY Awardwinning artist Edwin Hawkins!
THE JESUS CONNECTION…WHAT A FRIEND! MUSIC CD This Music CD features songs that will lead your students of all ages to praise and worship God with engaging, upbeat sounds and memorable words. Your students will be singing these songs well after the program! This CD also includes split track, instrumental-only versions of every song, making it perfect for sing-alongs for children and an enjoyable rhythm for teens and adults. Additionally, we’ve included a bonus song, Testify, by GRAMMY Award-winning artist Edwin Hawkins! ITEM NO. 6-0629 $11.99 THE JESUS CONNECTION…WHAT A FRIEND! LEADER’S SONGBOOK Available for those musical artists with a passion for reading and performing worship music, this Songbook features lyrics and piano sheet music for all VBS songs. ITEM NO. 6-0659 $10.99 THE JESUS CONNECTION…WHAT A FRIEND! THEME SONG CD Featuring “The Jesus Connection...What a Friend!” theme song. Not sold separately. Available in the VBS Planning Kit or call UMI to request a sample.
Classroom Materials THE JESUS CONNECTION…WHAT A FRIEND! NAME TAGS Make sure each student has his or her own Jesus Connection name tag. ITEM NO. 6-0795 $15.99 (Package of 25) APPLICATION POSTERS The “I Connect to Jesus” Life Application Poster for Preschool/Primary students and for Junior/Teen students encourage VBS participants to explore ways to stay connected to Jesus through the lessons and in various situations. Size: 36”x24”. PRESCHOOL/PRIMARY ITEM NO. 6-0793 $7.99 JUNIOR/TEEN ITEM NO. 6-0794 $7.99 BIBLE VERSE POSTERS Bible Verse Posters from each lesson reinforces Scripture truth for the preschooler to the teen with lively imagery of young people in action. Size: 11”x17”. (Pk/10) PRESCHOOL/PRIMARY ITEM NO. 6-0692 $7.99 JUNIOR/TEEN ITEM NO. 6-0693 $7.99 THE BIBLE STORYBOOK Each Bible story is colorfully illustrated and written for Preschool and Primary students. These stories come to life with original artwork reflecting the presence of people of color in the Bible. ITEM NO. 6-0664 $9.99 THE ABC’S OF SALVATION KIT This resourceful kit uses ageappropriate language and colorful artwork to lead students to Jesus Christ. ITEM NO. 8-2003 $10.99 REFILL PACK (PK/12) ITEM NO. 8-2002 $3.99 ATTENDANCE CHART ITEM NO. 6-9650 $4.99 ENROLLMENT CARDS ITEM NO. 6-9630 $5.99 CLASS RECORD BOOK ITEM NO. 8-7411 $2.99
Activities and Crafts
NEW ACTIVITIES FOR VBS 2014 VBS LOGO SIX-PIECE PUZZLE (Preschool ages) Preschool children will enjoy putting together the VBS logo puzzle as they connect the six jumbo puzzle pieces and unfold The Jesus Connection. ITEM NO. 6-1154 $3.99 VBS LOGO 24-PIECE PUZZLE (Primary and Junior ages) Primary and Junior students will have fun while being slightly challenged to connect the 24 puzzle pieces that reveal The Jesus Connection logo. ITEM NO. 6-1154 $4.99
2013 VBS Crafts (discounted 25%)
1 Jesus Family Reunion: The Remix! Coloring Book The coloring book is packed with family drawings that will inspire artistic creativity in Preschool students. (Available in packages of 10 books.) ITEM NO. 6-0138 $11.99 2 I Love My Family Award Craft Kit Preschool students can proudly display their love for their spiritual and biological family members. (Available in packages of 10.) ITEM NO. 6-0148 $11.99
This year, UMI offers NEW ACTIVITIES, and is providing prior year crafts to assist with your budget! All prior year crafts are discounted, offering greater savings.
MOUSE PAD AND MARKER SET (Primary and Junior ages) Students will love using colorful markers to bring their mouse pad to life. The mouse pad comes with four washable markers. Mouse pad measures 9.5”x8”. ITEM NO. 6-1160 $6.99 WORD SEARCH PUZZLES ACTIVITY BOOK (Teens and Adults) Teen and adult students will have fun searching for the words shared in the 10 lessons. This activity can be done individually or in groups. (Available in packages of 10 books.) ITEM NO. 6-1157 $19.99 THE JESUS CONNECTION…WHAT A FRIEND! REPRODUCIBLE CRAFT BOOKLET Create your own crafts following easy-to-understand directions from this wonderfully illustrated instruction book. These fun and easy-tomake crafts are cost-effective and made from everyday items found at home or in craft supply stores. ITEM NO. 6-0750 $14.99
3 I Love God Cross Craft Kit Primary students can demonstrate their love for God and His Word by creating this colorful keepsake to share with others. (Available in packages of 10.) ITEM NO. 6-0238 $11.99 4 Joshua Doorknob Hanger Craft Kit Primary students will create decorative doorknob hangers featuring Joshua 24:15 KJV. (Available in packages of 10.) ITEM NO. 6-0248 $11.99 5 Beaded Cross Necklace Kit Junior students can proudly show their love with their very own handmade cross necklace. (Available in packages of 10.) ITEM NO. 6-0338 $16.49
Activities and Crafts
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Prior Year Crafts (discounted 25%) (Please note: These crafts require your own glue and paint. Brushes and other supplies are included.) 1 Celebrate Jesus Loves Me Preschool Paper Crafts Your preschool students will have fun cutting out and coloring various figures and shapes as they learn about Jesus. Reproducible. ITEM NO. 6-9942 $5.99 2 Primary Space Gliders Craft Kit Primary students will have a blast creating space gliders. These gliders are made of lightweight Styrofoam materials that are safe and fun. (Available in packages of 12.) ITEM NO. 6-9943 $5.99
8 I Love My Family Picture Frame Craft Kit Teen students can capture the special memories from Vacation Bible School or a church event with this colorful reminder. (Available in packages of 10.) ITEM NO. 6-0448 $16.49 9 I Love My Family Adult Bookmark Craft Kit Adult students will have the opportunity to share their love for family members with this distinctive, one-of-a-kind design. (Available in packages of 10.) ITEM NO. 6-0648 $16.49
5 Adult Shell Frames Craft Kit Crafts are great fun for adult students too! Adults will create picture frames using real shells. These frames will make a great take home craft commemorating their Vacation Bible School experience. (Available in packages of 10.) ITEM NO. 6-9946 $5.99 6 Craft Bundle (for all ages!) Your best bargain yet! Receive a craft kit (for 12 students) for each age level—Preschool, Primary, Junior, Teen, and Adult students. You will receive a total of 60 crafts from the above 75% discounted crafts. (Available in packages of 60.) ITEM NO. 6-9947 $24.99 2 1 3
3 Junior Expandable Journal Craft Kit Junior students can create journals to document their experiences from Vacation Bible School and church activities. Journals are a great way for students to express themselves and capture memories that do not go viral. (Available in packages of 12.) Item No. 6-9944 $5.99 4 Teen Gold and Silver Galaxy Picture Craft Kit Teen students will have a chance to showcase their creative flair to be shared and admired as they create memorable galaxy pictures. (Available in packages of 12.) ITEM NO. 6-9945 $5.99
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Publicity Materials YOU ARE INVITED POSTER ITEM NO. 6-0729 $8.99
$49.99
PUBLICITY VALUE PACK
Best Value! This pack contains 50 door hangers, 50 invitation postcards, 2 invitation posters, and 1 outdoor banner. ITEM NO. 6-0709
DOOR HANGERS
ITEM NO. 6-0724 $11.99
OUTDOOR BANNER
ITEM NO. 6-0723 $35.99
INVITATION POSTCARDS ITEM NO. 6-0739 $10.99
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