Summer

Vacation Bible School 2025 | June 22-26

Registration is Open

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VBS is staffed entirely by background-checked, trained volunteers!
VBS is for Children in Pre-K to 5th Grade for the 2025-2026 School Year
VBS runs 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday to Thursday
VBS Sunday will be June 29 at 11 a.m.
There is the kick-off meeting for families on Sunday, June 22, 5-7 p.m., featuring yard games, balloon artists, hotdogs and snocones.
There is a t-shirt and snack fee of $30 per child

In the depths of a colorful underground cave, is the beating heart of the hero community, the Hero Hotline Headquarters where everyone’s gifts are valued and every hero has a role to play. Each day at the Hero Hotline Headquarters, superheroes of all ages and abilities answer the call and join the Professor and veteran hero, Super Meer the Meerkat, to provide expert assistance and solutions to Hero Teams everywhere.

If you have trouble with registration, please email Rev. Kena Newkirk at [email protected].

Preference on the waitlist will be awarded to week-of volunteers who serve at least two days and the children Northbrook UMC members.

The cost is FREE for volunteers who serve at least two days during the week of VBS, and a spot is guaranteed for your children. Please contact the Director of Children’s Ministry, Christy Merritt, for more information to answer any questions ([email protected]).

Camp Northbrook (STEAM Camp) 2025 | June 2-5

Registration Opens March 11 at 9:30 a.m.

Camp is for Children in Rising Kindergarden to 3rd Grade for the 2025-2026 School Year
Camp runs 9:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Monday to Thursday
Cost is $175 per child
Children should bring a pack lunch

Calling all young explorers! This summer, embark on an exciting journey through the Desert Stories of the Bible at Camp Northbrook! Kids will discover God’s faithfulness in the wilderness as they dive into the stories of Moses, Elijah, and Jesus in the desert.

Through fun crafts, games, music, and hands-on activities, campers will explore the wonders of God’s creation and learn how He provides, guides, and transforms us—even in the driest places!

If you have trouble with registration, please email Kena at [email protected].

Please contact the Director of Children’s Ministry, Christy Merritt, for more information to answer any questions ([email protected]).

PTO Camp is Rising PreK 2 to Rising PreK 4
Camp runs from 9:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Monday to Thursday
Cost is $185 per child
Children should bring a pack lunch

Worship Arts Camp | July 28-31

Registration Opens March 11 at 9:30 a.m.

Calling all young worshippers! Join us for Worship Arts Camp, where kids will explore creative ways to praise God through music, dance, drama, and visual arts.
Through fun, hands-on activities, campers will learn how to use their gifts to glorify God while growing in faith and friendship. Whether they love to sing, paint, act, or move, there’s a place for everyone to shine!

Camp is for Children in Kindergarten to 5th Grade for the 2025-2026 School Year
Camp runs 9:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Monday to Thursday
Cost is $80 per child
Children should bring a packed lunch
Children will be sharing what they have learned at Worship Arts Camp on Sunday, August 3 during the 11 a.m. worship service

If you have trouble with registration, please email Kena at [email protected].
Please contact the Director of Children’s Ministry, Christy Merritt, for more information to answer any questions ([email protected]).