Challenge Accepted—With God, I Am Strong!Get ready to turn your next summer VBS into an unforgettable adventure with
Snowball Mountain Challenge VBS 2026! This program invites kids to an exciting winter sports event, where they become Challengers, gearing up for frosty games, snowy surprises, and hands-on lessons about resilience and faith. Your kids will be guided daily by your energetic Activities Director and the lovable Ollie the Arctic Seal puppet, who is reporting on the events. Challengers aren’t just playing games; they learn to draw strength from their faith through powerful stories of courage and hope. With a unique winter theme and solid theology at its core, this VBS delivers joy and meaning in equal measure, teaching kids that “I can do all things through him who strengthens me” (Philippians 4:13 NRSV). Transform your program into a mountain-top experience filled with laughter, life lessons, and lasting faith. Transform your VBS experience with Snowball Mountain Challenge and watch your kids find their strength in God!
Mountain Motto (Theme Verse): I can do all things through him who strengthens me." (Philippians 4:13, NRSV)
Lift Lessons (Key Learnings):
I can share my gifts!
I can be brave!
I can give my all!
I can pray!
I can hope!
Bible Stories
Session 1: Joseph Interprets Dreams (Genesis 40:1-41:45)
Session 2: Esther Shows Courage (Esther 3:7-8:8)
Session 3: The Widow’s Offering (Mark 12:41-44)
Session 4: Jesus Prays in the Garden (Matthew 26:36-46)
Session 5: Peter and John at the Temple(Acts 3:1-10)
The Ultimate Starter Kit (includes Digital Content) has everything the director needs to plan and execute a joyous VBS experience for the children and volunteers as Snowball Mountain Challenge comes to life in your church!
The
Snowball Mountain Challenge Ultimate Starter Kit includes:
Print versions of the Director Guide and 9 Leader Guides
Student Book Samples
Physical Copies of media items (CDs, DVDs)
Sample Promotional Items
Sample Scripture Lanyard
Digital Content Download Card*
*Digital Content Download Card provides access to digital copies of the following:
- Director Guide
- Bible Storyteller
- Leader Guides: Preschool/Kindergarten, Craft, Music, Science, Assembly, Recreation, and Reflection Time
- Decorating Guide
- Complete Music CD
- Bible Adventure Video DVD/CD-ROM
- Music Video DVD
- Decorating and Publicity Materials
- And more…
The printed materials, including the Digital Content Download Card, will arrive in early 2025 and come in a box kit, making it easy to transport and store your materials as you plan for and during your VBS!
