Online Vacation Bible School event, featuring performers and entertainers from around the world, offers free registration to churches of all denominations
New Dimensions Evangelism and Faith Kidz Ministries have announced a four-day Virtual Bible Spectacular Event (www.wowvbs.live) during the last two weeks of June. The WOW VBS live stream broadcast event will feature a variety of children’s ministry hosts, guest artists, and celebrity cameos from around the world. Each 30 to 40 minute program will include worship, Bible stories and teaching, magic, games, and a presentation of the Gospel message. New Dimensions president and long-time family entertainer/evangelist, Scott Humston, says these events will be free of charge for churches to host and share with their children’s ministries, and with churches from 17 different countries already registered, they are anticipating this may be the “largest online Vacation Bible School event ever created.”
“WOW can be used by churches of all denominations, even if they already have virtual Vacation Bible School plans,” says Humston. “WOW is flexible enough to be combined with Zoom parties, crafts and game activities or any other programs churches want to offer to their families.”
Steve Pennington, director of Faith Kidz, says the events will also help the participating entertainers who have been hurt financially due to tour and event cancellations.
“These kids ministry performers have lent their time and talent to make these shows fun, engaging, and highly entertaining,” says Pennington. “Though the events are completely free to everyone, we are accepting donations that will help cover the production costs as well as pay these incredible ministry leaders. We hope to also raise funds and awareness for our sponsoring partners World Vision, Because International, New Missions, Sunday Cool, and All-Star Kids Club.”
The WOW VBS events will feature eleven magicians, comedians, bands, singers, teachers and children’s ministry leaders from New Zealand, United Kingdom, and Australia to name a few. Churches can join the live stream events in a variety of ways, and Humston says churches who register online will receive free materials and instructions to share with their congregations.
“We are hoping to get 10,000 churches to join the WOW live streams,” says Humston. “Our goal is to have one million kids be part of this incredible, first-time event. In a scary, uncertain time when our children need some laughter and fun in their lives, we are also mindful that our kids also need to hear the Good News that can change their lives forever. That’s what WOW is all about.”
WOW VBS will stream live June 22-25 with repeat streaming June 29-July 2. Churches, families, and individuals can register at http://www.wowvbs.live.
“WOW can be used by churches of all denominations, even if they already have virtual Vacation Bible School plans,” says Humston. “WOW is flexible enough to be combined with Zoom parties, crafts and game activities or any other programs churches want to offer to their families.”
Steve Pennington, director of Faith Kidz, says the events will also help the participating entertainers who have been hurt financially due to tour and event cancellations.
“These kids ministry performers have lent their time and talent to make these shows fun, engaging, and highly entertaining,” says Pennington. “Though the events are completely free to everyone, we are accepting donations that will help cover the production costs as well as pay these incredible ministry leaders. We hope to also raise funds and awareness for our sponsoring partners World Vision, Because International, New Missions, Sunday Cool, and All-Star Kids Club.”
The WOW VBS events will feature eleven magicians, comedians, bands, singers, teachers and children’s ministry leaders from New Zealand, United Kingdom, and Australia to name a few. Churches can join the live stream events in a variety of ways, and Humston says churches who register online will receive free materials and instructions to share with their congregations.
“We are hoping to get 10,000 churches to join the WOW live streams,” says Humston. “Our goal is to have one million kids be part of this incredible, first-time event. In a scary, uncertain time when our children need some laughter and fun in their lives, we are also mindful that our kids also need to hear the Good News that can change their lives forever. That’s what WOW is all about.”
WOW VBS will stream live June 22-25 with repeat streaming June 29-July 2. Churches, families, and individuals can register at http://www.wowvbs.live.
About Scott Humston:
For over two decades, Scott Humston’s magic has been seen by over three million people in the U.S. as well as Canada, England, Scotland, Turkey and Belize. He was featured on the #1 television show, “Now You See It,” on the BBC channel in the United Kingdom. He has performed for major corporations such as Southwest Airlines, LEGO, Warner Brothers Records, as well as three performances at the White House. He is the associate editor of The Linking Ring magazine, a trade publication for the International Brotherhood of Magicians. He also serves as Territorial Vice-President for that organization, as well as being a member of the Magic Circle in London, England. For more information visit http://www.scotthumston.com.
About Steve Pennington:
Steve Pennington has spent four decades as a writer, director, video producer, and performer. He has written show for theme parks such as Six Flags and Silver Dollar City. His Pro-Kids family show has been performed in over 2000 elementary schools as well as for the White House Easter Egg Roll. He served five years as the program director for children’s ministries at Saddleback Church and is currently the children’s pastor at Trevecca Community Church in Nashville, Tennessee. For more information visit www.faithkidz.org.
Additional Performers and Presenters for WOW VBS include:
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Yoly Pacheco
What started as a glove puppet in 1990 has blossomed into a full-time ventriloquist ministry for Yoly Pacheco. With humor and heart, Yoly keeps kids mesmerized as they learn about God and laugh a lot! Yancy Richmand
Known early in her career for writing hit songs for contemporary Christian artists such as Avalon, Jaci Velasquez, and sharing the stage with Michael W. Smith and Newsboys, Yandy Richmand embraced a calling to lead worship and write songs for children’s ministry. Her Little Praise Party series of CDs and DVDS are now wildly popular, and her VBS curriculum for Standard Publishing reaches over one million kids every year. The Lads
Hailing from New Zealand, The Lads have been leading worship at Vacation Bible Schools, kids camps, discipleship weekends for over 13 years. Their Big, Big Worship is a popular resource for kids worship around the globe. Joey Evans
For over a decade, magician and illusionist, Joey Evans’ unique blend of comedy and magic has taken him across the world—from the stage of the Grand ‘Ole Opry to Fortune 500 corporate events to performing for two U.S. Presidents. His unique stand-up comedy alone has earned him a writing spot on television series’ such as the “The Tonight Show.” Dan Warlow
Dan Warlow is an Australian Christian Kids’ Music artist and entertainer performing in schools, churches, festivals and community events. Dan Warlow’s latest album “JUMP FOR JOY!” features 11 brand new original tracks and an incredible line up of special guests: The Watoto Children’s Choir from Uganda and Australian Christian Kids’ Artist Colin Buchanan. Esther Moreno Esther Moreno has over 15 years of children’s ministry experience and is one of the hosts of Children’s Ministry Today on Fishbowl Radio Network. She teaches live webinars on social media and leads virtual training sessions for children’s ministries all over the U.S. She holds a Master’s in Christian Education from Ashland Theological Seminary. Simon Parry Simon Parry is a kids pastor and worship writer from the United Kingdom. He formed the Allstars Kids Club over a decade ago, created a successful magazine for kids, and continues to offer new music, TV shows, and events that reach children all over the world. Jana Alayra Jana Alayra began her ministry to children as musical partner with Mary Rice Hopkins. Jana has an inspiring and natural connection with children, and a knack for writing catchy, biblical songs designed just for them. Jana was the worship leader for the MOPS, Int'l regional conferences as well as their National Convention for two years and is a frequent guest speaker/singer at women's conferences, retreats, and banquets, and conventions. Tim Hannig A multi-talented entertainer, Tim Hannig’s music, magic, and comedy delights over 80,000 people annually. He has performed twice at the White House and has been featured on over 900 stage shows for Six Flags theme parks in various states. David and Teesha Laflin Since 2002, internationally recognized Christian illusionists David and Teesha Laflin have entertained and inspired audiences across the U.S. and abroad through their creative blend of both classic and cutting-edge illusions. Their programs have been featured at the NCAA Final Four, on televisions and numerous conferences and conventions throughout the world. |