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Backstage with the Bible - A "Go Fish Guys" Bible School Program

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The Best VBS I've seen in 30 Years

Are you looking for your next Vacation Bible School Curriculum? If so, look no further (actually, you will have to click a link below, because I'm not selling this. I just love it so much, I want to tell the world.) Backstage with the Bible is the absolute best VBS program we've ever used. In fact, we liked it so much, that in September of 2010 we pre-ordered "Kickin' it Old School" (Go Fish's NEXT VBS release) to be sure we'd have it for the Summer of 2011. And now we're looking at samples of their third VBS to use in 2012.

I've been a fan of "The Go Fish Guys" for a few years now, but this unexpected treat from them put me at the top of their fan club. What? You've never heard of "The Go Fish Guys"?!?! Well, then keep reading and click on some links below. And if you're a fan, be sure to leave your thoughts below so others will discover how blessed we are to have them writing songs (and now curriculum) for Jesus!

During the Summer, more than 100 people a week drop by this page to get more information about "The Go Fish Guys" Bible School Curriculum, "Backstage with the Bible." in 2010, at least 58 people e-mailed me to get our game ideas! I'm excited that so many churches are using and considering this fabulous program. Sycamore Tree Church used this material in 2009. Our kids, VBS staff and all of our volunteers fell in love with it. One young man asked if we'd be using the same music in 2010, he loved it so much last year. Fortunately, he's in for a treat in 2011, because The Go Fish Guys are BACK in 2011 with "Kickin it Old School." Keep scrolling to find out how you can order this curriculum (yep, it's ready now!! We have ours already)



Who are the Go Fish Guys?

"The Go Fish Guys" have some of the tightest harmony and catchiest songs I've heard in years. They write and play for the younger crowd, but not only do they live up to their motto, "To create kids music that won't drive parents bonkers," they exceed it. Go Fish brings accapello music to a whole new level.

As if that wasn't enough, in 2009 they created thieir own Vacation Bible School Curricullum that focuses a bit more on scripture and the plan of salvation than most, plus has music and music videos that are unsurpassed by any VBS program I've found in my history of working with them.

I encourage you to follow the links you'll find below, get to know the "Go Fish Guys" and take a moment to enjoy their music. You'll be glad you did!

PS - I just want to thank everyone who has e-mailed for our game ideas. That kind of encouragement keeps me writing and building lenses. I hope God blesses you and your ministry richly!

The Top Six Reasons "Backstage With the Bible" is the BEST Bible School Ever!

  • Absolutely AMAZING Music with great Music Videos.
  • Easy to use manuals and easy to prepare for curriculum
  • The kids love it. They invite their friends. Even the 10-12 year olds are singing, dancing and bringing friends.
  • The message is clear - Every one is created special, but no matter how special we are, we can't manage to obey God's rules. So, God sent His Son to die on a cross so we can be saved by grace and then go tell others about His marvelous gift.
  • The Rock Concert theme allows for an easy transformation of your church into a backstage pass concert event!
  • months later the kids are still asking to sing Go Fish songs in worship!

What's available with this VBS?

Just about everything you need comes with this package
  • Promoters Manual (for the VBS Director)
  • Music Book (with all the notes and chords)
  • Concert/Encore Overview with a great skit for each day
  • Catering Manual (aka snacks)
  • Set Design Manual (aka crafts)
  • Bible Story Guide
  • CD with all the songs
  • DVD with music videos for all the songs, choreography, an opening concert and closing encore for each day, extra stuff from "The Go Fish Guys"
  • CD-ROM with templates for all the crafts
  • Access to all the materials online

Kickin' it Old School

The 2011 Go Fish Vacation Bible School

Sycamore Tree Church enjoyed "Kickin' it Old School VBS this year. While I still have to say that "Backstage with the Bible" is my all time favorite VBS, I think you'll enjoy "Kickin' It" also. We had a blast, and once again, even our sixth graders were up on their feet dancing and singing!

Check it out Here and go to the Go Fish Guys website to order!

And now we're waiting for the previews to be available for Go Fish's third VBS. Get all the details at the Go Fish Guys Website

Kickin' It Old School

My Two Cents

Our VBS is the second week of July, so I'll have more info for you by July 20; until then you'll find my initial thoughts below
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The official Go Fish VBS Site

All the info and a place to order the Go Fish VBS1 point

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YouTube - Go Fish - A Vacation Bible School Experience

The Go Fish Guys are putting the Bible back into V more...1 point

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YouTube - Go Fish - Superstar

From the Go Fish "Showtime" DVD.1 point

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Jamie's Blog

Comments from folks who've used the Go Fish VBS1 point

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The Go Fish Guys

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More Children's Ministry Helps

Here are a few things I've written for our Children's Ministry.
Perhaps they can help yours too!
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Decorating ideas from Sycamore Tree Church VBS

Photobucket At Sycamore Tree Church we hung about 100 old CD's from the ceiling in our game area. If you're interested in the games we used to go with the lessons, just e-mail me I'd be happy to share.

Our Craft area had old VBS backdrops as well as our VBS Director's (professional photographer) Photo backdrops. We added some paint cans and a few extra monitors that our worship leader had laying around at home.

We turned the Bible Story area into a "dressing room." Someone had wigs and allowed us to put them all over the room. We moved a couch into the room as well as a coat rack where we hung old dance costumes, some prom gowns and suit jackets. Feather boas hung from every possible place and we put a big yellow star on the door.

The sanctuary (Our Concert Area) lost 1/2 of it's light bulbs to black lights, and all the windows were covered so we could control the lighting (we have a 100 year old sanctuary with phenomenal stained glass windows). Two DJ's allowed us to borrow some lights that move to the bass, so we had lighting flying all over the sanctuary.

Our kids loved every moment of it. We closed with a prayer for salvation. This Bible School program is the best I've ever seen . . . yep, the BEST EVER!

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    Amanda Feb 3, 2011 @ 11:54 am | delete
    If any one wouldlike to sell or trade Backstage with the Bible VBS Kit please contact me. Amanda fbcofw@live.com
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    Melissa, Valdese, NC Aug 16, 2010 @ 10:12 pm | delete
    We had a Go Fish VBS this year. It was my first year as co-host. The curriculum was staight forward and I had everything I needed. There were no game ideas, but our game leader is crafty and found many on the internet. One of our best decorations was a HUGE CD (with shiny silver wrapping paper and a black middle) that sat on stage in front of the church organ. It was so big, we had to take it apart the last night...it wouldn't fit through the door. We also used one of those disco balls that is colorful and the church's spotlight. The crafts were wonderful and the bible lessons were right on target of presenting the gospel. I researched many different curricula and found this one to be the best. I will use the 2011 Go Fish curriculum next year!
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    Betty Jun 12, 2010 @ 8:25 pm | delete
    Looking for decorating ideas and backdrop ideas for Backstage with the Bible VBS.
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    rlmodranski Jun 12, 2010 @ 8:29 pm | delete
    http://s913.photobucket.com/albums/ac339/sycamoretree/Kids%20at%20Sycamore%20Tree/backstage%20VBS%202009/ - this is a link to pictures. Plus, check below for more decorating ideas!
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    Stacy Jun 11, 2010 @ 11:20 pm | delete
    We just finished up our Go Fish VBS and it was so awesome!!! Even our 6th graders had a ball!!! Truly the best VBS I have seen! Pure gospel message!!! The kids absolutely loved it and so do our teachers. So stress free to use and implement. As far as games go , our youth minister did the games with some our youth and did basics like kick ball and dodge ball a few nights and some more "specialize" games other days. Our youth led the "concert" each day and did a wonderful job!! We couldn't be happier with the result!
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Where is Sycamore Tree Church?

Here's the info you need to find out more about Sycamore Tree . . .

Sycamore Tree Church
Sycamore Tree Church offers contemporary worship in Steubenville, OH. Nursery is available every Sunday!
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The Newest Curriculum From Lynne Modranski

Heroes, Heroines, Champs & Chumps

We can learn a lot of lessons from the everyday people of the Bible.
The first quarter of this curriculum is ready to ship.
Abraham, Jacob, Joseph, Ruth, Lot, Deborah and Samuel are just a few of the folks that help children learn to be a hero for Jesus Christ
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More for Moms and Families

I'm guessing if you're looking for a VBS program, that must mean you know some Moms trying to raise their kids in a Christian environment. I have a weekly devotion I send to Moms who request it. The archive can be found at one of the links below. If your moms want to get it in their inbox every Wednesday there's a form they can fill out on that page

Additionally, another link is a book I've recently published to help families create God moments.

Plus every devotion you'll find in the lenses below is also available in a printed book on LuLu.com Click Here to visit my Lulu store

And the third are my parenting tips
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Lynne Modranski has been working as a leader in VBS's all over Eastern Ohio for more than 30 years. She usually leads music, but also enjoys teaching.... more »

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