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Paul and the Underground Church
An immersive adventure into ancient Rome following the apostle Paul and the Underground Church.
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Starter Kit + Digital
$269.99
At Rome, everyone gets to explore first-hand the culture of Paul's world. They'll experience the heartbreaking trials, joyous victories, and tear-filled celebrations of this unique Bible hero. God's Word comes alive as families enjoy traditional Bible-times customs, occupations, food, and even games!
What We Love about Rome:
Rome VBS gives kids and families a one-of-a-kind opportunity to step into the world of the early church. Through hands-on experiences, engaging storytelling, and life-changing truths from the book of Romans, this VBS is deeply Gospel-centered and perfect for all ages. It's an unforgettable family faith experience that brings the Bible to life.
Discover
a bustling Roman marketplace.
Meet Paul
and hear his stories about his incredible journey.
Experience Bible Times
what life was like in ancient Rome.
A map of the daily VBS rotations, from opening to closing!
Opening Extollo
Everyone of all ages starts off together with worship and celebration!
Family Time
Roman Families (small groups) will get ready to step back in time by looking at a daily "travel itinerary," preparing to share God's love throughout Rome.
Marketplace Shops
Families explore the Marketplace, where they experience a surprising Daily Drama and might create a craft, or sample unique treats at the Food Shop.
Paul & the Underground Church
Families tiptoe past Roman guards to visit Paul in a secret cave where they'll learn about God's love through Paul's eyes.
Apprenticeship Games
Play high-energy games that reinforce the daily Bible Point.
Closing Extollo
Finally, everyone gathers for singing and announcements. This unique, hands-on approach to Bible learning is one that kids and adults won’t soon forget.
Each day, kids will visit Paul, under house arrest, and explore five powerful truths from the book of Romans: God's love is a gift, it changes us, it's always with us, it saves us, and it's meant to be shared. These lessons are woven into every activity, helping kids understand and respond to the Gospel in a way that's personal, memorable, and transformative.
Rome VBS transforms your church into a bustling ancient city—complete with Marketplace shops, costumed volunteers, and house churches. Kids are fully immersed in Paul's world as they explore Roman culture and walk alongside the early Christians, experiencing the lives of the Underground Church.
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The theme for Rome VBS is ancient Rome! Step into cobblestone streets, bustling marketplaces, and underground churches as you experience Paul's world in a vibrant, hands-on way—minus the togas and sandals (unless you want them!).
Kids will be transported to ancient Rome to experience the life of the Apostle Paul and the early church. Through daily dramas, hands-on activities, and family time sessions, they'll discover how God's Word gave strength to believers facing trials—and learn that God's love is always with us, even in difficult times.
Group Publishing is the publisher of Rome VBS. Group VBS makes it easy for you to create your best VBS. All of Group's programs are field tested and designed with you in mind. They do the work so you don't have to! Group provides fun, engaging, hands-on Bible learning experiences that are easy to do and adaptable to your church size and budget. It's a win-win! All of Group Publishing applies R.E.A.L. learning to engage kids with Bible content in a way that sticks and is fun!
R.E.A.L. Learning is Relational, Experiential, Applicable, and Lifelong, and is the foundation of all activities at this VBS.
Rome VBS is non-denominational.
New Living Translation (NLT)
Rome VBS is the perfect family experience but is catered to engage Preschool to Elementary ages."
No, Spanish resources are not available for Rome VBS.
The mission project for Rome VBS is Operation Kid-to-Kid.
Rome VBS is a 5-day VBS, but modifications to this schedule for shorter or longer VBS can be found in the Ultimate Director Go-To Guide."
Our Mission
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