2016 Gaithersburg Presbyterian Church Vacation Bible School

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Vacation Bible School (VBS) is an interactive program where children learn about the Christian Faith through Bible stories, crafts, games, songs, puppet shows, and skits.

What is Gaithersburg Presbyterian Church's (GPC’s) Vacation Bible School  (VBS) 2016 Theme?
    Surf Shack: Catch the Wave of God’s Amazing Love.

When is GPC’s Vacation Bible School?
     July 11-15, 2016 from 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Where is GPC’s Vacation Bible School?
    Gaithersburg Presbyterian Church
    610 South Frederick Ave., Gaithersburg, MD 20877

    Church Office: 301-948-9418
    Web: http://www.gpchurch.org/

When is GPC’s Vacation Bible School Registration Period?
    Registration is now open and closes on 5/30/16 or when it is full.

How do I register for GPC’s Vacation Bible School?
    Complete and submit the registration form: 2016 Registration Form

Who can attend GPC’s Vacation Bible School?
    Any child who is 4 years old by 07/01/16 up to those entering 5^th grade in Fall 2016-2017 school year.

Can non-Christians attend GPC’s Vacation Bible School?
    Yes. This is the perfect opportunity to learn about others.

How much does it cost to attend GPC’s Vacation Bible School?
    A voluntary contribution to assist with costs of materials is much appreciated:

    1 child=$30; 2 children=$40; 3 or more children= $50

Whom do I contact for more GPC Vacation Bible School information?
    Jeanette Shields at 301-948-9418

Safety Measures
     GPC asks about food allergies and prohibits any snacks with peanuts.

Sources:
http://www.abingtonfbc.com/VBS/vbs.htm
http://www.fumcpalatine.org/ministries/childrens/vacation-bible-school.html
http://www.ehow.com/facts_5136079_vacation-bible-school.html
http://virginialynne.hubpages.com/video/What-is-Vacation-Bible-School

GPC’s Vacation Bible School

Vacation Bible School (VBS) is an interactive program where children learn about the Christian Faith through Bible stories, crafts, games, songs, puppet shows, and skits.

What is Gaithersburg Presbyterian Church's (GPC’s) Vacation Bible School  (VBS) 2013 Theme?

International Fun Fair: God Welcomes Neighbors from All Around the World including their own neighborhoods.

When is GPC’s Vacation Bible School?

July 15-19, 2013 from 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Where is GPC’s Vacation Bible School?

Gaithersburg Presbyterian Church
610 South Frederick Ave., Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Church Office: 301-948-9418
Web: http://www.gpchurch.org/

When is GPC’s Vacation Bible School Registration Period?
Registration begins on 3/11/13 and closes on 5/30/13 or when we are full.

How do I register for GPC’s Vacation Bible School?

Complete and submit the registration form: 2013 Registration Form
Registration forms are also available at GPC’s Welcome Desk and Church Office.
You may also register online using PayPal: GPC PayPal Option     

Who can attend GPC’s Vacation Bible School?

Any child who is 4 years old by 7/30/13 up to those entering 5^th grade in Fall 2013.

Can non-Christians attend GPC’s Vacation Bible School?

Yes. This is the perfect opportunity to learn about others.

How much does it cost to attend GPC’s Vacation Bible School?

A voluntary contribution to assist with costs of materials is much appreciated:
    1 child=$30; 2 children=$40; 3 or more children= $50

Can I volunteer for GPC’s Vacation Bible School?

Yes. Complete and submit the Adult and/or Teen Registration form:
         2013 Adult Volunteer Form
         2013 Teen Volunteer Form

Whom do I contact for more GPC Vacation Bible School information?

Gayle Luckenbaugh at luckenbear@yahoo.com
Diane Franetzki at dfranetzki@gpchurch.org   

Safety Measures

We ask about food allergies and we prohibit any snacks with peanuts.

Sources:

http://www.abingtonfbc.com/VBS/vbs.htm
http://www.fumcpalatine.org/ministries/childrens/vacation-bible-school.html
http://www.gpchurch.org/Children/VBS2013/tabid/47895/Default.aspx
http://www.ehow.com/facts_5136079_vacation-bible-school.html
http://virginialynne.hubpages.com/video/What-is-Vacation-Bible-School

 

Series - Losing Our Moral Compass (Harry Thomas Jr.)

Like a lot of other people, I am not a native Washingtonian. In the almost 20 years, I’ve seen a lot of unethical behaviors come and go. However, the news story yesterday about how DC Ward 5 Councilmember Harry Thomas Jr. executed his kickback scheme two days after he was elected, was just too much.

Alan Suderman of the City Paper says it best “Harry Thomas Jr. wasn’t particularly subtle in how he went about stealing more than $350,000 in D.C. taxpayer funds.”  Arrogance and lack of ethics combined. “He plunked down nearly $70,000 for an SUV and $25,000 for a motorcycle. He even spent $1,374 on three pairs of what federal prosecutors describe as “exotic shoes.”"

I fail to understand why theft and lack of morality are so much a part of this area. Maybe it’s my calling to alert people to the obvious – it’s wrong to steal. It’s worse to steal from children. All I pray for is God to work this evil to an even greater good.

Source: http://www.washingtoncitypaper.com/blogs/looselips/2012/05/02/who-is-watching/”